Location: Hampton
Top Things to do in Hampton
- 1. Atlanta Motor Speedway
- 2. Stately Oaks Plantation
- 3. Noah's Ark Rehabilitation Center
- 4. Prime Community Park - Secret Garden
- 5. Southern Belle Farm
- 6. JailHouse Brewing Company
- 7. Tanger Outlets Locust Grove
- 8. Road To Tara Museum
- 9. Veterans Wall of Honor
- 10. Sky Soldiers - Huey Helicopter Ride
10 Things to Do in Hampton That You Shouldn't Miss
Hampton is a city in southwestern Henry County, Georgia, United States. As of the 2010 census, the city had a population of 6,987, up from 3,857 at the 2000 census. By 2015 the estimated population was 7,372. "Hampton" mailing addresses outside the city limits reach into rural parts of eastern Clayton County and northern Spalding County. It is a southeastern suburb in the Atlanta metropolitan area.
Restaurants in Hampton
1. Atlanta Motor Speedway
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 171 reviews
Reviewed By FLTravellerUSA
Went to the 2018 Camping World Truck Series Race and Xfinity Race (double header). The speedway is a great place to watch racing! It could use some updating and seating can be a bit cramped, but it is a great overall experience. Tips: Bring a Cushion, binoculars, and Earplugs! I used binoculars to watch the pit road activities. It adds a new perspective.
2. Stately Oaks Plantation
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 209 reviews
Stately Oaks is an 1839 antebellum house listed on the National Register of Historic Places. Its plain Greek Revival architecture is representative of the era in which it was built. It was originally constructed in 1839 by Mr. Whitmill Allen who sold his home to Robert McCord in 1858 and then moved to Tyler, Texas. It is located in Jonesboro, GA., the very city where Scarlett had to pay the taxes on Tara. Even though Tara only existed in Margaret Mitchell's imagination, she placed Tara in Clayton County where she had visited relatives who lived on a large plantation south of Jonesboro. Many of the stories she heard as a child are in the movie. Clayton County is truly home of Gone With the Wind. Also on site, are a one room schoolhouse, a tenant cabin, cook's house, country store, blacksmith shop and Native American Indian Village.
Reviewed By Dawn K
Our guides Colonel Al and Miss Connie were wonderful! Their authentic period clothing and knowledge about the history of the plantation were entertaining as well as educational. Our group had a delicious catered lunch in the one-room schoolhouse. This would be a great place for families, couples, or groups.
3. Noah's Ark Rehabilitation Center
Overall Ratings
5 based on 223 reviews
Noah's Ark is a 250-acre animal rehabilitation center with habitats for more than 1,200 animals. Habitats are open to the public and house tigers, wolves, bears, lions, a leopard, monkeys and more. Call for hours and directions.
Reviewed By Westgalady - Decatur, Georgia
This is a wonderful place for displaced and unwanted animals of all kinds, with a loving crew who works hard to ensure they are healthy and happy. I took the WOW tour which gave me access to areas not available to the general public. We were accompanied by a volunteer who gave us background on each of the animals we visited and she made sure we remained a safe distance from the fencing. We could pet domestic animals like cows and goats through a wood fence, but there was no contact between us and lions, bears, etc. The workers have set rules in place to protect us and the animals.
If you are going to look at the animals and support their cause then go. If you are going just to take photos of some of the larger cats it's not a good setup because of multiple fencing between you and them.
REQUEST: I witnessed several families with children enjoying the walk through the property and was shocked that they allowed the children (some young but mostly teens) to taunt the animals, yell, beat on fence, and scare the animals. Many of these rescued animals came from horrible abuse by their previous owners. Noah's Ark has lovingly worked to help them adjust and get back to as 'normal' as they can be. Please keep this in mind when you visit and treat the animals and volunteers with care.
Parking is free. There are lots of public areas that are free, including a playground and a nice picnic area. They have a beautiful welcome center but for some reason none of the inside restrooms were open; there were several porta-potties outside on the property.
4. Prime Community Park - Secret Garden
Overall Ratings
5 based on 49 reviews
The Prime Community Park, also called the Secret Garden, started with a simple desire: to create a special place for the community to enjoy a tranquil respite. Alfred and Jolene Dingler, Karl Thomason and their families believe in a strong sense of community. As a way to give back, they have opened their gardens free of charge for others to enjoy.
Reviewed By Jeanne T
Took two of my Granddaughters to the gardens for Winter Break. There 1st visit, my 4th. I just recently moved to the area. This place is magical. A true place of wonder. A whimsical garden. I can't begin to describe it. A must see for yourself. It is a photographer dream come true. I made so many pictures of the grandkids. They are working daily and adding new surprises to the gardens. They have a wonderful trail to walk. A place to picnic, a place to relax and read. It is so peaceful and relaxing. Everyone is so nice. And it's a gift to the community. God bless for all you do.
5. Southern Belle Farm
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 129 reviews
Southern Belle Farm in McDonough, GA, (south Atlanta metro) is a 200-acre working farm, with U Pick strawberries, pumpkins, a corn maze, and old-fashioned family fun. Hosting educational field trips, weddings, birthday parties and facilities to host corporate group events year round.
Reviewed By SaDarein W - Atlanta, Georgia
Nice place quaint location. Lots of different farm or country themed activities. Farm animals, trampoline park, air guns (shoots corn) corn mazes, wagon rides, pumpkin patches, food etc. A nice way to experience non urban fun. Great for kids, young adults & grandparents. Teenagers might get bored or may love it. It's close enough to the highway to get good cell coverage (data too) but far enough away to have that mostly untouched feel. The multiple stands & huts that sell food spoil it slightly but they are made of wood. Camp fires are available. They close @ 19:00 [9pm].
6. JailHouse Brewing Company
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 27 reviews
Microbrewery located in Hampton, GA. We are a production brewery offering hand-crafted beers to retail outlets throughout the state of Georgia. We are open to the public on Thursdays from 5:30pm to 9:00pm, Fridays from 5:30pm to 10pm and Saturdays from 12pm to 10pm. Come join us for a beer.
Reviewed By Debbie C - Hampton, Georgia
Really enjoyed my visit to Jailhouse Brewrey. It wasn't quite what I expected, but I enjoyed sampling the various types of beers. It's not really a place for kids under 21, so adults only is best because they do not serve food. It's worth the ticket price!
7. Tanger Outlets Locust Grove
Overall Ratings
4 based on 154 reviews
Find great savings on merchandise from your favorite designer and name-brands direct from the manufacturer at stores like: Polo Ralph Lauren, Under Armour, Lucky Brand Jeans, Reebok, Gap, Nike, Tommy Hilfiger, Chico's, Coach, Reebok, Talbots and many more. Before you travel, check out the Tanger Outlet website to find the latest Coupons & Sales Offers for Tanger Outlets in Locust Grove. Or, when you arrive at the outlets, make your first stop Shopper Services to learn about the benefits of joining TangerClub (Tanger Club information is also available online). In Shopper Services you can purchase a coupon book full of great savings or if you are already a TangerClub member pick up a coupon book for free! Think Outlets, Think Tanger.
Reviewed By Willie C
My family and I visit this outlet mall at least 5 times a year, of course during the holidays, back to school, but sometimes on the weekday, that's the best time to go, the shops are uncrowded and you can sroll the entire place in less than an hour, its big, but not too big, bust, but not too busy. Only drawback is the traffic getting in and out. if you can be patient, it is worth the drive!!!
8. Road To Tara Museum
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 165 reviews
Located in the Official Home of Gone With the Wind, the Road to Tara Museum invites you to relive Rhett and Scarlett's epic romance. From the true stories of the 1864 Battle of Jonesboro to the characters that brought Margaret Mitchell's beloved novel to life, there is something for everyone. See original movie props and wardrobe items, reproductions of some of Scarlett's most famous dresses, items from the 1939 Atlanta premiere and a Civil War exhibit featuring the Atlanta Campaign and Battle of Jonesboro.
Reviewed By Bonnie P
Great museum, Wonderful artifacts, costumes, letters etc. very special for the fan and even those who are not fans!! The staff are awesome, the washrooms lovely and clean the gift shop well priced. We were very happy to have made this stop We took the "Road to Tara" bus tour and our driver/guide "Jack" was very good! It was very special afternoon!
9. Veterans Wall of Honor
Overall Ratings
5 based on 44 reviews
Reviewed By Gingerkat121 - McDonough, Georgia
The Veterans Wall of Honor is a quiet, beautiful memorial area inside a really nice park that also houses historic homes and buildings, a museum, and a train engine. This is a great place to take children for a glimpse into history. I love walking around in this park.
10. Sky Soldiers - Huey Helicopter Ride
Overall Ratings
5 based on 8 reviews
Reviewed By Highpocketsagain - Ocean Springs, Mississippi
I was in this area to attend the annual Viet Nam Dustoff Association (VDA) reunion with my husband in Marietta GA - a poignant, emotional eyeopening experience I'll never forget.
The VDA members had flown in a type of helicopter called a "Huey" during the Viet Nam war. The choppers are huge, have removable doors and are war horses...very reliable and dependable. These veterans are somewhat emotional, even, about these Hueys...the actual Huey my husband flew in 40 years ago during the war is in Conyers GA, displayed as though it were still flying, up on stilts outside an American Legion post.
During the reunion, I had listened to men who's lives have been forever changed, because of the time they spent fighting the North Vietnamese, tell their stories. And there were parts of Hueys on display in the room, available for purchase as fundraisers for the VDA.
I had driven down to Conyers GA to see and photograph my husband's Huey.
Then I learned, while enjoying cold beers in the hotel lounge with the vets, that the special "group outing" for the reunion attendees this year was to actually fly in a Huey with it's doors
removed!!! OMG.
The next morning we van-pooled to Hampton GA, checked in, signed releases, issued ear plugs and waited for the "ceiling to raise" (the cloud cover was very low) so the Hueys could take off. After receiving instructions (that made you feel as though you were an Army recruit) you felt seat-belt-trained and as ready as a soldier could be.
We were marched over to the Huey, we climbed in (I chose to sit backwards behind the pilot, nearly where my husband had positioned himself as Crew Chief during the war), I secured my seat belt and grasped both sides of my chair tightly. My husband sat in the "hell hole" - a sideways seat situated behind the main cabin where your toes literally are over the edge of the chopper floor and you see the earth go by between your knees. The pilot started the rotors, we turned to the left, glided over the ground and ascended.
Wow. Wow. We flew in a huge circle over the airfield, the motor speedway next door, forests, neighborhoods, small lakes, a freight train and highways. The pilot banked, swooped, banked, climbed, dropped, ascended even higher, sped up, slowed down...mouths flew open, eyes got really wide and hands flew up to mouths...but no one said a word.
You've got to do this. But when you do, think of the Vets who rode in these open doored choppers as virtual targets. Back on the ground, this airfield has a Huey graveyard full of dead Hueys they use for parts - many with bullet holes.
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