Atlanta Travel Guide

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Atlanta

Atlanta Travel Guide Video

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)

Mercedes-Benz Stadium and Centennial Olympic Park 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 Atlanta Symphony Hall and High Museum of Art.

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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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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 Truist Park and The Battery 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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Courtland Grand Hotel, Trademark Collection by Wyndham
Courtland Grand Hotel, Trademark Collection by Wyndham
4 out of 5
165 Courtland Street NE, Atlanta, GA
The price is NZ$181 per night from 27 May to 28 May
NZ$181
per night
27 May - 28 May
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Atlanta. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful staff and ...
7.2/10 Good! (3,031 reviews)
Great location
"Great location downtown. Everything is in walking distance to downtown. We were able to walk to the aquarium, coke-cola, parks, and food. Parking is valet, but if you have every visited any big city's before then you already know that it is the same. Valet parking was very easy to use, and they were ..."

Reviewed on 8 May 2024

Courtland Grand Hotel, Trademark Collection by Wyndham
The Westin Peachtree Plaza, Atlanta
The Westin Peachtree Plaza, Atlanta
4 out of 5
210 Peachtree St. NW, Atlanta, GA
The price is NZ$304 per night from 2 Jun to 3 Jun
NZ$304
per night
2 Jun - 3 Jun
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Atlanta. Enjoy 2 restaurants, 2 bars/lounges, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and ...
7.4/10 Good! (1,710 reviews)
"Great"

Reviewed on 12 May 2024

The Westin Peachtree Plaza, Atlanta
Hyatt Regency Atlanta Downtown
Hyatt Regency Atlanta Downtown
4 out of 5
265 Peachtree St NE, Atlanta, GA
The price is NZ$220 per night from 8 Jun to 9 Jun
NZ$220
per night
8 Jun - 9 Jun
Book a stay at this eco-certified aparthotel in Atlanta. Enjoy free WiFi, an outdoor pool, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (5,424 reviews)
"EXCELLENT and beautiful hotel! Very elegant and upscale."

Reviewed on 11 May 2024

Hyatt Regency Atlanta Downtown
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.
Hyatt Regency Atlanta Downtown
Hyatt Regency Atlanta Downtown
4 out of 5
265 Peachtree St NE, Atlanta, GA
Book a stay at this eco-certified aparthotel in Atlanta. Enjoy free WiFi, an outdoor pool, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (5,424 reviews)
"EXCELLENT and beautiful hotel! Very elegant and upscale."

Reviewed on 11 May 2024

Hyatt Regency Atlanta Downtown
The Georgian Terrace Hotel
The Georgian Terrace Hotel
4 out of 5
659 Peachtree St NE, Atlanta, GA
Book a stay at this spa aparthotel in Atlanta. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and a fitness center. Our guests praise the bar and the helpful staff in ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (2,362 reviews)
"Beautiful hotel centrally located in downtown Atlanta. We were able to walk everywhere. Clean rooms and an awesome bar. Best thing though was the friendly staff! From valet to front desk staff (thanks Nessa!!) to the bartenders…everyone was great. What a nice change of pace from other hotels where ..."

Reviewed on 10 May 2024

The Georgian Terrace Hotel
Embassy Suites by Hilton Atlanta at Centennial Olympic Park
Embassy Suites by Hilton Atlanta at Centennial Olympic Park
3.5 out of 5
267 Marietta Street NW, Atlanta, GA
Book a stay at this business-friendly aparthotel in Atlanta. Enjoy free breakfast, an outdoor pool, and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the breakfast and the ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (2,079 reviews)
"Walking distance to great restaurants and attractions."

Reviewed on 6 May 2024

Embassy Suites by Hilton Atlanta at Centennial Olympic Park
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

3.9
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4/5 - Good

Verified traveller
26 Nov 2019

Good sports options available. Very good cultural activities available.

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveller
3 Sep 2019

Great time had in Atlanta during the labour day weekend.

4/5 - Good

Verified traveller
2 Sep 2019

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
7 Aug 2019

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

4/5 - Good

Rylo
11 May 2019

Fat Matt’s ribs are excellent.

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