Things to Do in Atlanta
New attractions and activities seem to pop up in Atlanta every month adding to Atlanta travel guides already packed with must-see, must-do experiences. Guided tours offer a good introduction to the city. After getting an overview, here is a sample of favorite experiences from frequent Atlanta visitors. The Georgia Aquarium is the largest saltwater and freshwater aquarium in the world. The new World of Coca-Cola features the world’s largest collection of Coke memorabilia, a 4-D theater, views of a Coke production line and plenty of free tastes. Inside CNN offers a look at what goes on behind-the-scenes at the global center for world news. Turner Field Tours also offers inside view of the home of the Atlanta Braves and the Braves Museum and Hall of Fame. Stone Mountain, the largest world’s largest exposed mass of granite surrounded by a 3,200 acre park with swimming, fishing, golf, hiking and an amazing laser light show is a family favorite.
For history buffs, the Cyclorama houses the world’s largest Civil War diorama. Atlanta History Center, Underground Atlanta, the Martin Luther King Jr. National Historic Site, and Gone With the Wind author Margaret Mitchell’s Home and Museum are also offer historical perspectives. Art aficionados appreciate the High Museum of Art, Woodruff Art Center and Turner First Thursday self-guided tours of downtown art galleries. Save travel dollars with an Atlanta CityPass, good for nine days with 50% savings on top Atlanta attractions.
Atlanta loves professional sports. Sports fans cheer for the Braves baseball team, Falcons football team, Hawks basketball team, Silverbacks soccer team and Thrashers hock team. Nearby, Atlanta Motor Speedway fills the need for speed with NASCAR racing and the chance to get behind the wheel with the Richard Petty Driving Experience. Atlanta golf is also never far away. Shopaholics get plenty of practice at Atlanta’s Lenox Square and Phipps Plaza in trendy Buckhead.
After hours, Atlanta offers a myriad of cultural entertainments options, including theater, opera, symphony and top-name concerts. “Hotlanta” rocks into the night. From hip dance clubs to comedy clubs it’s easy to find a party in progress. And, it’s easy to satisfy your appetite at Atlanta restaurants whether you crave a chili hotdog at the famous Atlanta Varsity or haute cuisine in fine dining venues throughout the city.
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