Venture 200 Feet Underground For A Tour Of The Consolidated Gold Mine In Georgia

Are you looking for something fun to do in Dahlonega, Georgia? How about descending 200 feet underground to learn about an important slice of Georgia’s history? At the Consolidated Gold Mine in Georgia, guests will be able to enjoy an underground tour of an actual gold mine that was open back in the 1800s. Come and explore, while you learn all about the history of gold and what it was like to be a miner during these times.

The Consolidated Mine in Dahlonega was an actual gold mine that hit its peak during the Georgia Gold Rush.

Visitors to this mine have the option to take a 40-minute tour which will take them underground 200-feet, deep into the depths of the earth.

Descend the stairs with your tour guide, who will tell stories of history regarding the life and times of a miner during the 1800s.

Gold was first discovered in Georgia, specifically the Dahlonega area, back in 1828, twenty years before California’s famed gold rush.

The tour, which is open seven days a week, gives visitors a unique opportunity to explore a real gold mine in the heart of Georgia and learn about how gold was discovered entirely by accident.

After the tour ends, guests will receive instructions on how to pan for gold, then actually try themselves to see what they find!

Make sure to dress comfortably in closed-toed shoes for this walking tour — the mine is a cool 60 degrees and guests will need to enter the mine via three flights of stairs and two ramps.

With tour ticket prices at $18 for adults and $12 for children, this tour is a one-of-a-kind experience the whole family will love.

To find out exactly where the Consolidated Gold Mine in Georgia is check out this Google Map.

Have you experienced the Consolidated Gold Mine in Georgia before? Share with us your favorite parts of the tour! Or, if you're looking for more information about this gold mine tour, check out the website or Facebook Page.