CULTURE  & EDUCATION

Atlanta Historic District
(404) 331-6922
nps.gov/malu/
One of the city’s oldest
neighborhoods, the Sweet Auburn historic district was first settled in the early 19th century. Known as “Sweet Auburn,” and home to Martin Luther King, Jr., the district includes century-old homes that are being restored.

Atlanta History Center
(404) 814-4000
atlantahistorycenter.com
From cotton fields to railroads, the Civil War to civil rights, you’ll find the real story of Atlanta’s past at the Atlanta History Center.

Bodies: The Exhibition
bodiestheexhibition/atlanta
Over 200 actual human bodies and specimens, meticulously dissected and respectfully displayed, offer an unprecedented and wholly unique look into your amazing body. Come explore, experience and celebrate the wonder of the human form.

Carter Presidential Center
(404) 865-7100
jimmycarterlibrary.gov
The Carter Library and
Museum offers a close-up look at the Georgia peanut farmer who became our country’s 39th president.

Center for Puppetry Arts
(404) 873-3391
puppet.org
This internationally acclaimed organization offers performances for children and adults.

Michael C. Carlos Museum of Emory University
(404) 727-4282
carlos.emory.edu
A mummy and other Egyptian artifacts, Greek statues, Pre-Columbian pottery and other ancient treasures are on standing exhibition.

Fernbank Museum of Natural History
(404) 929-6300 (info)
fernbankmuseum.org
Fernbank is one of the nation’s foremost museums of natural history. Visit the museum’s amazing four-story IMAX movie screen.

Georgia Aquarium
(404) 581-4000
georgiaaquarium.org
The world’s largest fish tank, the Georgia Aquarium is home to tens of thousands of animals representing 450 species of freshwater and marine life.

High Museum of Art
(404) 733-HIGH
high.org
The museum encompasses European and American paintings, sculpture, decorative arts and photography, plus a special exhibition area for children.

Kennesaw Mountain National Battlefield Park
(770) 427-4686
nps.gov/kemo
Climb Kennesaw Mountain and relive this pivotal engagement in the Civil War Battle of Atlanta.

Martin Luther King Jr. Center for Nonviolent Social Change
(404) 526-8900
thekingcenter.org
Tour Freedom Hall, Ebenezer Baptist Church, Dr. King’s birth home and gravesite and view a film presentation and exhibit chronicling his life.

Margaret Mitchell House and Museum
(404) 249-7015
gwtw.org
Learn about the creation of one of the world’s most
beloved novels, “Gone With the Wind,” by touring the historic house and apartment where Margaret Mitchell lived and wrote.

Titanic: The Artifact Exhibition
titanicatlanta.com
Titanic 100 years later than through the authentic artifacts that have been recovered from the wreck site that can only be seen in Titanic: The Artifact Exhibition. The Exhibition will be honoring the anniversary throughout the entire year of 2012.

Woodruff Arts Center
(404) 733-4200
woodruffcenter.org
The arts complex is home to several of Atlanta’s top performance groups and art-friendly programs.

ATLANTA CLASSICS

Atlanta State Farmer’s Market
(404) 675-1782
This sprawling complex of outdoor stalls and an indoor market features fresh fruits and vegetables by the bushel or basket, meat, poultry and local specialties.

CNN Center
(404) 827-1500
cnn.com/studiotour
Atlanta’s news and entertainment center is the headquarters of Turner Broadcasting, CNN’s international broadcasting studios and networks.

Stone Mountain Park
(770) 498-5690
stonemountainpark.com
At the base of Stone Mtn. Park’s granite monolith, visitors travel back in time to an 1870s Southern town.

Underground Atlanta
(404) 523-2311
underground-atlanta.com
Buried beneath concrete overpasses of the 1920s and revived as a quaint tourist attraction in the 1970s, this historic area is now a focal point for shopping, dining, history and entertainment.

The World of Coca-Cola at Pemberton Place
(800) 676-COKE
woccatlanta.com
Explore the complete story—past, present and future—of the world’s best-known brand at the new 92,000-square-foot World of Coca-Cola. Discover fascinating exhibits, an eye-popping collection of memorabilia and classic radio and television advertisements.

GREAT FOR KIDS

Imagine It! Children’s Museum of Atlanta
(404) 659-KIDS
imagineit-cma.org
The Children’s Museum of Atlanta offers hands-on experiences that combine fun and education.

Legoland
(404) 848-9252
atlanta.legolanddiscoverycenter.com/atlanta/
Build race cars, visit the 4D theater—it’s the ultimate place for all Lego fans.

Six Flags Over Georgia
(770) 948-9290
sixflags.com/georgia
This state-of-the-art theme park boasts more than 100 rides, shows and attractions.

Six Flags White Water
(770) 424-WAVE
sixflags.com/whitewater
Speed flumes, water slides, wave pools and other thrills abound at this 35-acre water park.

Zoo Atlanta
(404) 624-5600
zooatlanta.org
Spend a day visiting adorable baby pandas, Abu the young giraffe and a baby joey, along with lions, zebras, elephants and gorillas in their natural habitats. Then ride the Zoo Express Train and test your rock-climbing skills.

THE GREAT OUTDOORS

Atlanta Botanical Garden
(404) 876-5859
atlantabotanicalgarden.org
An urban oasis in the city with 15 acres of gardens, the Atlanta Botanical Garden hosts art exhibitions, concerts, classes and workshops throughout the year.

Amicalola Falls State Park
(706) 265-4703
Amicalola Falls State Park is the home of Georgia’s tallest waterfall (729 feet) and leads to the southern end of the famed Georgia-to-Maine Appalachian Trail.

Chattahoochee Nature Center
(770) 992-2055
chattnaturecenter.org
The Chattahoochee Nature Center sits on 127 acres of unspoiled land along the Chattahoochee River.

Georgia State Parks & Historic Sites
(800) 864-7275
gastateparks.org
The state park system is comprised of 63 parks and historic sites, with many close enough to serve as easy day trips from the Atlanta area. All parks require a $2 parking fee and historic sites have a fee range of $1-4 per person.