Atlanta

Travel Guide
Atlanta
Atlanta
Atlanta
Atlanta
Atlanta featuring skyline, a city and central business district

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 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(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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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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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 take a ride at East Point 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 €117 per night from 20 Dec to 21 Dec
€117
includes taxes & fees
20 Dec - 21 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! (3,652 reviews)
"Loved the place and price very friendly staff"

Reviewed on 19 Nov 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 €132 per night from 22 Dec to 23 Dec
€132
includes taxes & fees
22 Dec - 23 Dec
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! (1,842 reviews)
"I loved the hotel everything about it from location to cleanliness. It was close to every place I went to and convenient. Things I didn't like was the bathroom shower is outdated it needs to be upgraded. Lastly the amount of parking was extremely high. I paid all that money to stay there in luxury ..."

Reviewed on 19 Nov 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 €138 per night from 30 Nov to 1 Dec
€138
includes taxes & fees
30 Nov - 1 Dec
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! (2,882 reviews)
"Conveniently located directly across the street from the Fox Theater, in which we attended. The hotel was beautiful, just as the pictures online shows. However, our suite was much in need of upgrades."

Reviewed on 18 Nov 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! (2,882 reviews)
"Conveniently located directly across the street from the Fox Theater, in which we attended. The hotel was beautiful, just as the pictures online shows. However, our suite was much in need of upgrades."

Reviewed on 18 Nov 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! (809 reviews)
"Loved the overall vibe and feeling of comfort when walking into the Sonder building. The staff were very friendly and sorted any issues out very quickly. The apartment its self was beautiful and very spacious. Will definitely book again in future"

Reviewed on 19 Nov 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! (464 reviews)
"Nice layout—parking, exterior, interior Surprisingly quiet while adjacent to Amtrak station Heating, cooling closely regulated. Heat max 65. No face-to-face contact under normal circumstance Full kitchen. Rates differ per night. Impressively central, just off Peachtree St."

Reviewed on 20 Nov 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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5/5 - Excellent

MichaelD

I love Atlanta - friendly people.

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveller

Good restaurants and plenty to see and do.

3/5 - Okay

Verified traveller

To be honest other than a couple tourist attractions there doesn’t seem to be much to do and a lot of the areas feel unsafe. If you are visiting however the world of Coca Cola is absolute fantastic and a reasonable price!

4/5 - Good

Verified traveller

Enjoyed the five hour bus tour of Atlanta Very informative

3/5 - Okay

Verified traveller

I didn’t see much of it. There seemed to be lots of trees but no parks and a lot of new buildings.

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveller

Lots to do for all ages