Experience · Athens-Clarke County

Family Day at Bear Hollow Zoo & Park

Start your day with a quick breakfast before heading to Bear Hollow Zoo to see native wildlife up close. Enjoy a casual family lunch, then let the kids burn off some energy at a nearby park.

A 6-hour Athens-Clarke County full_day plan for families — Molly’s Coffee Company, Bear Hollow Zoo, White Tiger Athens.

Duration
6 hrs
Cost
$35–$60
Stops
3 stops
Walking
Light walking · Total 4.3-mile driving route
Ideal for
Families · Kids
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Family Day at Bear Hollow Zoo & Park

The plan

The plan

  1. 1Molly’s Coffee Company(30 min)→
  2. 2Bear Hollow Zoo(2 hrs)→
  3. 3White Tiger Athens(1 hr)

Why this plan works

The 3 stops cover about 4.3 miles total, which keeps you in one pocket of Athens-Clarke County instead of crossing town between them. Bear Hollow Zoo is the main event and takes the biggest block of time; the other stops are built around it. It finishes at White Tiger Athens — a short, low-effort stop you can skip if you're ready to call it. Best suited to families and families with kids who want a planned Athens-Clarke County outing without improvising between stops.

The story

Overview

Start your day with a quick breakfast before heading to Bear Hollow Zoo to see native wildlife up close. Enjoy a casual family lunch, then let the kids burn off some energy at a nearby park.

The itinerary

3 stops, one great day

  1. Molly’s Coffee Company1
    30 min
    Molly’s Coffee Company

    Food & Drink

    What to do — Pick up your favorite coffee drinks and some delicious baked goods to fuel up before your adventure.

    1.5 mi · 6 min drive

    Then Drive about 10 minutes to Bear Hollow Zoo, located within Memorial Park.

  2. Bear Hollow Zoo2
    2 hrs
    Bear Hollow Zoo

    Family

    What to do — Walk the wildlife trail and learn about the animals. Bring binoculars for a better view of some of the enclosures.

    Scout Side Quest

    Vote on which animal looks the most like it woke up on the wrong side of the bed today.

    2.8 mi · 9 min drive

    Then Drive a short 5 minutes to a casual eatery for lunch.

  3. White Tiger Athens3
    Optional 1 hr
    White Tiger Athens

    Food & Drink

    Quaint, casual eatery with sidewalk seats serving BBQ sandwiches, burgers & vegetarian specialties.

    What to do — Order at the counter and find a table to enjoy classic barbecue and comfort food that's sure to please everyone.

    Scout Side Quest

    Invent a superhero alias based on your favorite side dish or sauce at the table.

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The route

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Common questions

Planning this outing

Is this a good Athens-Clarke County itinerary for families?
Yes. It's built for families and families with kids and runs about 6 hrs across 3 stops, starting at Molly’s Coffee Company.
How long does this outing take?
Plan on 6 hrs door to door, including time between stops.
How much does this Athens-Clarke County itinerary cost?
Roughly $35–$60 per person, before parking and tips. Free and low-cost stops are marked on each card.
Is this itinerary walkable?
Not entirely. The stops cover about 4.3 miles, so you'll drive or rideshare between at least one pair.
Do I need reservations?
No. Every stop on this plan takes walk-ins, though weekends move faster if you arrive early.

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