Dalton - Georgia - United States. Guide & Hotel Reservations from Cheap Hotels

Dalton, Georgia, is known as the Carpet Capital of the World because of the numerous carpet factories and rug outlets located in this city. History buffs will certainly want to explore the many Civil War sites within the town, such as the Tunnel Hill where the Atlanta campaign started. See the outdoor statue of the Confederate General Joseph Johnson when you visit the historic downtown area of the city. Cherokee Indian sites abound, such as the Chief Vann House, Red Clay Historic Park and the New Echota State Historic Park.

The downtown section is the major shopping district of Dalton. Here you will find many unique stores, restaurants and small cafés. The strange sounding names will warrant a look inside just to see what the sales items are - Among Friends, Krazy Knitz , Peacock Alley and Planet of the Grapes are just a few of the names of the stores you will come across.

From bed and breakfast establishments, hotels and motels to campgrounds, you will certainly not be short of choice when it comes to finding suitable and affordable accommodations. You can stay in a historic inn or choose an elaborate hotel. The only thing holding you back is your budget.

Enjoy a round of golf at one of the three golf courses in the city or spend an enjoyable day of miniature golf with an arcade and concession stand. Hiking and biking are very popular in Dalton's city parks. The breathtaking scenery along the 54 miles of the Cohutta-Chattahoochee Byway is something you don't want to miss. If you visit in the fall, you will be just in time for Prater's Mill County Fair - the largest in the Southeast.