Atlanta Travel Guide

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Once the home to Martin Luther King Jr. and the 1996 Olympic Games, Georgia’s capital is full of history, culture and fun for the entire family.

The South is known for its charm. Atlanta is no exception. Visit Georgia’s capital city for its variety of museums, nature and amusement parks, charming neighborhoods and notable historic landmarks.

Transport yourself to outer space in Fernbank Science Center’s planetarium and observatory. Understand the natural world through hands-on exhibits including a waterfall hologram at Fernbank Museum of Natural History. Tour historic homes, gardens and Civil War relics in the Atlanta History Center. Learn about one of America’s most iconic brands at the World of Coca-Cola museum.

Meet over 120,000 sea creatures, ranging from massive whales to tropical fish, at the Georgia Aquarium. Zoo Atlanta has exotic animals from all parts of the world.

See journalists in action at downtown’s CNN Center, home of one of the world’s largest news networks. Watch a performance or show at the lavish 1920s-style Fox Theatre.

Explore Atlanta’s many parks. Walk past water gardens and the Fountain of Rings in Centennial Olympic Park, home of the 1996 Summer Olympics. Find walking paths, a lake, sports facilities and picnic areas in the centrally located Piedmont Park. Entertainment meets wilderness in Stone Mountain Park, a sprawling area surrounding a huge piece of exposed granite.

Learn about famous past Atlanta residents. At the Martin Luther King Jr. National Historic Site, see the humble birthplace and final resting place of one of the most important figures in the civil rights movement. In a small apartment building in Midtown, visit Margaret Mitchell House and Museum, where the author of Gone with the Wind wrote her famous novel.

Get cool and experience thrills at Six Flags White Water. Slide, splash and swim through the popular waterpark in Marietta, Georgia. Daredevils of all ages love Six Flags Over Georgia, a sprawling theme park in Austell with over a dozen roller coasters, water slides and other rides.

Explore Atlanta’s many neighborhoods. Outside of Downtown, discover a quirky side of the city in the musical hub of Little Five Points.

Where to stay in Atlanta

World of Coca Cola which includes autumn colours, a skyscraper and skyline

Downtown Atlanta

3.5/5(11 area reviews)

World of Coca-Cola and Mercedes-Benz Stadium are a few top attractions in Downtown Atlanta. Hop around the city on the metro at Five Points Station or Dome-GWCC-Philips Arena-CNN Center Station and check out the area's must-see aquarium, great live music and popular shops.

Downtown Atlanta
Atlanta History Center showing autumn colours and landscape views

Buckhead

4.5/5(4 area reviews)

Known for its fantastic nightlife and popular shops, there's plenty to explore in Buckhead. Check out top attractions like Buckhead Theatre and Atlanta History Center, and jump on the metro at Buckhead Station or Lenox Station to see more of the city.

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Midtown

4/5(4 area reviews)

Travellers love Midtown for its fantastic nightlife, and you can see more of Atlanta by jumping on the metro at Midtown Station or Arts Center Station. You might spend time checking out top sights like Margaret Mitchell House and Museum and Atlanta Symphony Hall.

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Sandy Springs

Enjoy the popular shops in Sandy Springs. Chattahoochee River is a worthwhile stop, and you can jump on the metro at Sandy Springs Station or North Springs Station to see more of Atlanta.

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Dunwoody

If you're looking for abundant dining options, a trip to Dunwoody might be just the ticket. Explore top sights in the area like Perimeter Mall and get around town on the metro at Dunwoody Station.

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Cumberland

5/5(1 area review)

Travellers to Cumberland praise its popular shops. If you've got some more time to explore, be sure to stop by Cobb Energy Performing Arts Centre and Truist Park.

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Courtland Grand Hotel, Trademark Collection by Wyndham
Courtland Grand Hotel, Trademark Collection by Wyndham
4 out of 5
165 Courtland Street NE, Atlanta, GA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is NZ$213 per night from 29 Dec to 30 Dec
NZ$213
includes taxes & fees
29 Dec - 30 Dec
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Atlanta. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a fitness center. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful ...
7.2/10 Good! (3,702 reviews)
"It served its purpose as far as location."

Reviewed on 19 Dec. 2024

Courtland Grand Hotel, Trademark Collection by Wyndham
Radisson Hotel Atlanta Airport
Radisson Hotel Atlanta Airport
3.5 out of 5
4475 Best Road, College Park, GA
The price is NZ$203 per night from 5 Jan to 6 Jan
NZ$203
includes taxes & fees
5 Jan - 6 Jan 2025
Stay at this 3.5-star business-friendly hotel in College Park. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a free airport shuttle. Our guests praise the helpful ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,714 reviews)
"Basic overnight sleep, it was OK"

Reviewed on 18 Dec. 2024

Radisson Hotel Atlanta Airport
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Atlanta Airport South, GA
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Atlanta Airport South, GA
2.5 out of 5
5100 West Fayetteville Road, College Park, GA
The price is NZ$153 per night from 24 Dec to 25 Dec
NZ$153
includes taxes & fees
24 Dec - 25 Dec
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in College Park. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the restaurant ...
7.6/10 Good! (1,563 reviews)
"Very good experience"

Reviewed on 19 Dec. 2024

Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Atlanta Airport South, GA
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Sonder Midtown South
Sonder Midtown South
4 out of 5
126 Renaissance Parkway Northeast, Atlanta, GA
Stay at this 4-star aparthotel in Atlanta. Enjoy a 24-hour fitness center, parking (surcharge), and laundry facilities. Our guests praise the helpful staff and ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (814 reviews)
"I will be back her to stay again"

Reviewed on 19 Dec. 2024

Sonder Midtown South
Kasa Studio Revival Atlanta
Kasa Studio Revival Atlanta
3.5 out of 5
1460 W Peachtree St NW, Atlanta, GA
Stay at this 3.5-star aparthotel in Atlanta. Enjoy free WiFi, memory foam beds, and an in-room coffeemaker. Popular attractions World of Coca-Cola and Mercedes-Benz ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (48 reviews)
"Enjoyed our time at this property. It is really nice and quaint inside however the outside and areas surrounding are a bit run down. The parking is very expensive and the space is very limited so that is the downside. However, they wonderfully decorated our Kasa with birthday things since we were ..."

Reviewed on 16 Dec. 2024

Kasa Studio Revival Atlanta
Extended Stay America Suites - Atlanta - Northlake
Extended Stay America Suites - Atlanta - Northlake
2.5 out of 5
3300 Northlake Pkwy Ne, Atlanta, GA
Book a stay at this business-friendly aparthotel in Atlanta. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
6.8/10 (515 reviews)
"nice tranquile"

Reviewed on 15 Dec. 2024

Extended Stay America Suites - Atlanta - Northlake
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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Reviews of Atlanta

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4/5 - Good

Verified traveller

Good sports options available. Very good cultural activities available.

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveller

Great time had in Atlanta during the labour day weekend.

4/5 - Good

Verified traveller

Do your research! Especially around sports!! They had the college football season kick-off on the only day we had to sightsee. Downtown was PACKED full of cars trying to find parking to get to the football. Didn’t get to see anything.

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveller

Atlanta is amazing, the people are friendly, kind and bubbly.

4/5 - Good

Verified traveller

Fat Matt’s ribs are excellent.

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