Atlanta

Travel Guide
Atlanta
Atlanta
Atlanta
Atlanta
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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

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Downtown Atlanta

4/5(126 area reviews)

Central business district with corporate headquarters, Georgia State University, and government facilities. Explore Underground Atlanta, Woodruff Park, Georgia Aquarium, and The Mall at Peachtree Center. Accessible via MARTA subway lines.

Downtown Atlanta
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Buckhead

4.5/5(35 area reviews)

Uptown Atlanta's commercial hub boasts upscale shopping at Lenox Square and Phipps Plaza, while the mixed-use Buckhead Atlanta offers exclusive boutiques and dining. Easily accessible via MARTA and "the buc" circulator bus.

Buckhead
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Midtown

4.5/5(25 area reviews)

High-density commercial and residential area, Midtown Atlanta boasts the Southeast's highest concentration of art and cultural institutions. Explore Piedmont Park, Atlanta Botanical Garden, and savor the burgeoning restaurant scene. Accessible via MARTA rail and bike lanes.

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Sandy Springs

Chattahoochee River and Morgan Falls Overlook Park are top sights in Sandy Springs, and you should be sure to explore the popular shops. Hop aboard the metro at Sandy Springs Station or North Springs Station to see more sights in the area.

Sandy Springs
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Dunwoody

Historic Dunwoody Village and bustling Perimeter Center offer diverse experiences, while Brook Run's wooded trails and dog park provide outdoor fun. Easily accessible via MARTA, enjoy walkable Georgetown's retail district.

Dunwoody
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East Point

Visitors often come to East Point for its abundant dining options, but many stay to explore sights like Camp Creek Marketplace and East Point Historic Civic Block. Getting around the area on the metro is easy if you catch a ride at East Point Station.

East Point
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 CA $109 per night from Dec. 24 to Dec. 25
CA $109
CA $173 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 24 - Dec 25
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! (3,656 reviews)
"My daughter was in town for one day only and she was arriving very early in the day. They let her early check in which made a huge difference for her day. Definitely would recommend."

Reviewed on Nov. 22, 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 CA $161 per night from Dec. 24 to Dec. 25
CA $161
CA $195 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 24 - Dec 25
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 ...
7.6/10 Good! (1,845 reviews)
"My stay was amazing. The room and the service was very good"

Reviewed on Nov. 21, 2024

The Westin Peachtree Plaza, Atlanta
The Georgian Terrace Hotel
The Georgian Terrace Hotel
4 out of 5
659 Peachtree St NE, Atlanta, GA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is CA $165 per night from Nov. 29 to Nov. 30
CA $165
CA $204 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 29 - Nov 30
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 ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (2,888 reviews)
A night to remember
"Beautiful place to stay and wonderful for getting to a show at the Fox and not having to fight Atlanta traffic to leave after a show. Great service, clean room, very beautiful experience!"

Reviewed on Nov. 20, 2024

The Georgian Terrace Hotel
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.
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 ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (2,888 reviews)
A night to remember
"Beautiful place to stay and wonderful for getting to a show at the Fox and not having to fight Atlanta traffic to leave after a show. Great service, clean room, very beautiful experience!"

Reviewed on Nov. 20, 2024

The Georgian Terrace Hotel
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)
"Perfect for walking downtown or to the Fox. Great food options nearby. Publix too. Will definitely be back!"

Reviewed on Nov. 19, 2024

Sonder Midtown South
BCA Furnished Apartments
BCA Furnished Apartments
3.5 out of 5
44 25th Street NW, Atlanta, GA
Stay at this 3.5-star apartment in Atlanta. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and laundry facilities. Popular attractions World of Coca-Cola and Centennial Olympic ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (463 reviews)
"Amazing property!"

Reviewed on Nov. 11, 2024

BCA Furnished Apartments
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

Clean & Modern.

3/5 - Okay

A.Smith

We enjoyed the Martin Luther King NHP very much. The restaurants near the hotel were either counter-service or expensive. That central part of the city is pretty much a concrete jungle and they have a bit of a homelessness problem. Midtown is better

3/5 - Okay

Verified traveller

The city seems poor. There are lots of homeless or otherwise poor-seeming people around. The US needs to do a better job of sharing the wealth.

4/5 - Good

TC

Great food, great hospitality

3/5 - Okay

Verified traveller

Aquarium was awesome. The area around it was really nice as well.

4/5 - Good

Verified traveller

It’s always a fun place to visit.

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