Villa Rica is an amazing place! At I-20 West exits 24 and 26, only 35 minutes from Atlanta, this small West Georgia town overflows with engaging history, authentic early 1900s architecture, local shops and eateries, and entertainment. Stroll along our historic downtown sidewalks lined with crepe myrtles. Stop to appreciate the architecture of Wick’s Tavern, West Georgia’s oldest commercial structure. Experience the feel of an old mercantile. Choose from a variety of shops and restaurants filled with treasures and tastes you can find only here.

Speaking of treasures, panning for gold isn’t just an Old West pastime. Visitors today can pan for gold and gems at the Pine Mountain Gold Museum right here in Villa Rica, site of the first Gold Strike in the United States.

Outdoorsy types will strike it rich in Villa Rica with its many trails, parks and lake fishing. And everyone is invited to pack a picnic and bring a blanket to The MILL Amphitheater for an evening of toe-tapping music by local and regional bands.