15 Best Things to Do in Atlanta

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   Georgia Aquarium

   Park & nature

   The Georgia Aquarium in downtown Atlanta is one of the largest in the world, and its signature draw is the vast Ocean Voyager tank, home to whale sharks (the only ones on display outside Asia) and…

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   World of Coca-Cola

   Museum

   The World of Coca-Cola in downtown Atlanta tells the story of the world's most famous soft drink, born in the city in 1886.

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   Fox Theatre

   Landmark

   The Fox Theatre is Atlanta's most opulent and beloved performance venue, a lavish 1929 movie palace whose interior was designed to evoke an exotic Moorish courtyard, complete with a domed 'sky'…

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   Centennial Olympic Park

   Park & natureFree entry

   Centennial Olympic Park is the 21-acre green heart of downtown Atlanta, the legacy of the 1996 Summer Olympics, and now the hub around which the city's top attractions cluster.

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   Martin Luther King Jr. National Historic Site

   LandmarkFree entry

   This National Historical Park in Atlanta's Sweet Auburn district preserves the world of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., where he was born, raised, preached, and is now buried.

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   National Center for Civil and Human Rights

   Museum

   The National Center for Civil and Human Rights in Atlanta is a powerful, immersive museum connecting the American civil-rights movement with the broader global struggle for human rights.

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   College Football Hall of Fame

   Museum

   The College Football Hall of Fame, in downtown Atlanta, is a slick, highly interactive museum celebrating the uniquely American passion for college football.

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   Truist Park

   Landmark

   Truist Park is the state-of-the-art home stadium of the Atlanta Braves, opened in 2017.

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   Jimmy Carter Presidential Library & Museum

   Museum

   The Jimmy Carter Presidential Library & Museum, situated in Atlanta's Freedom Park, offers an immersive journey into the presidency and post-presidency of Jimmy Carter.

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    Oakland Cemetery

    LandmarkFree entry

    Oakland Cemetery is one of Atlanta's most treasured historic sites, serving as the final resting place for many of the city's founders, Civil War soldiers, and notable figures.

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    Ponce City Market

    MarketFree entry

    Ponce City Market, located in the historic Sears, Roebuck & Co. building along the Atlanta BeltLine, is a bustling hub of activity.

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    The Peachtree Trolley

    Landmark

    The Peachtree Trolley offers a charming and convenient way to explore downtown Atlanta.

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    State Farm Arena

    Landmark

    State Farm Arena is a premier sports and entertainment venue located in the heart of downtown Atlanta.

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    Lenox Square

    MarketFree entry

    Lenox Square is one of Atlanta's premier shopping destinations, located in the affluent Buckhead neighborhood.

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    DTours

    Landmark

    DTours is a highly-rated tour company in Atlanta, Georgia, known for its intimate and customized experiences.

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