Atlanta

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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(27 area reviews)

Mercedes-Benz Stadium and World of Coca-Cola 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(12 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(6 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

4.5/5(4 area reviews)

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
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is RM408 per night from 12 Apr to 13 Apr
RM408
per night
12 Apr - 13 Apr
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Atlanta. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast, and a fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in ...
7.2/10 Good! (2,890 reviews)
"Nice"

Reviewed on 27 Mar 2024

Courtland Grand Hotel, Trademark Collection by Wyndham
The Westin Atlanta Airport
The Westin Atlanta Airport
4 out of 5
4736 Best Road, College Park, GA
The price is RM559 per night from 14 Apr to 15 Apr
RM559
per night
14 Apr - 15 Apr
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in College Park. Enjoy an outdoor pool, breakfast, and a free airport shuttle. Our guests praise the bar and the helpful ...
7.8/10 Good! (1,251 reviews)
"Excellent service. Interesting building."

Reviewed on 27 Mar 2024

The Westin Atlanta Airport
Hyatt Regency Atlanta Downtown
Hyatt Regency Atlanta Downtown
4 out of 5
265 Peachtree St NE, Atlanta, GA
The price is RM606 per night from 31 Mar to 1 Apr
RM606
per night
31 Mar - 1 Apr
Stay at this business-friendly aparthotel in Atlanta. Enjoy free WiFi, an outdoor pool, and breakfast. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (5,220 reviews)
"Walking distance to the aquarium and Coca Cola museum."

Reviewed on 25 Mar 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.
Hilton Suites Atlanta Perimeter
Hilton Suites Atlanta Perimeter
3.5 out of 5
6120 Peachtree Dunwoody Rd Ne, Atlanta, GA
Stay at this business-friendly aparthotel in Atlanta. Enjoy free parking, an outdoor pool, and breakfast. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
7.8/10 Good! (1,494 reviews)
10/10
"The hotel was awesome very clean very nice very quiet nice bar and great breakfast. My only gripe is that the parking situation is kind of awkward and I could use a couple more entry points so that there isn’t a long walk after parking."

Reviewed on 26 Mar 2024

Hilton Suites Atlanta Perimeter
Hyatt Regency Atlanta Downtown
Hyatt Regency Atlanta Downtown
4 out of 5
265 Peachtree St NE, Atlanta, GA
Stay at this business-friendly aparthotel in Atlanta. Enjoy free WiFi, an outdoor pool, and breakfast. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (5,220 reviews)
"Walking distance to the aquarium and Coca Cola museum."

Reviewed on 25 Mar 2024

Hyatt Regency Atlanta Downtown
The Georgian Terrace Hotel
The Georgian Terrace Hotel
4 out of 5
659 Peachtree St NE, Atlanta, GA
Stay at this business-friendly aparthotel in Atlanta. Enjoy free WiFi, a free area shuttle, and a fitness center. Our guests praise the bar and the helpful staff ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (2,241 reviews)
"This place was super convenient for catching a show at the Fox across the street which is what we were in town for. The lady that checked us in was nice. The valets were all very nice and friendly. Our room was great! The stuff in the kitchen area is a little dated but we really didn’t use any of ..."

Reviewed on 24 Mar 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.

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