Atlanta Things to see and do
Atlanta- so many things to see and do – it’s my hometown, and I enjoy sharing it with everyone. I love my southern roots and am happy to call this area home.
I was born in Atlanta and lived there during my early childhood in the SW area of the city. I can still remember going there as a child and swimming in the pool at Mozley Park with my parents watching as my sister, and I played with the other kids. Today Mozley park looks different from my time swimming and running along the paths. But my fond memories keep it alive. It’s a city that welcomes visitors from all around the world. Discover Atlanta – the Atlanta Convention and Visitors Bureau reported in 2019 that 57 million visitors came to Atlanta spending over 16 million in the city’s hospitality industry.
Atlanta is a drive destination for nearby cities and states. That makes it a leisurely road trip to the attractions and events that make our city a lively place to visit.
National Geographic has Atlanta listed for culture and history on their Best of the World list. And there is no denying that. Especially history. From the Civil War to civil rights, Atlanta has a history. And Lonely Planet named Atlanta number 4 for best in travel in 2022.
I recently toured the city with CityPASS and the Atlanta Convention and Visitors Bureau – Discover Atlanta. CityPASS offers a chance to see some of the city’s attractions at a discounted rate by purchasing them together. CityPASS ticket saves 44% off combined admission to five top attractions:
plus a choice of two from either Fernbank Museum, the College Football Hall of Fame, or the National Center for Civil and Human Rights.
Museums in Atlanta
College Football Hall of Fame. Get ready for an interactive experience where you get to be the athlete. Visit their website – cfbhall.com
World of Coca-Cola. Learn the history and taste the flavors from around the world. Check out their website – worldofcocacola.com
National Civil and Human Rights Museum. The exhibits are informative and acknowledge the work of civil and human rights leaders wanting to make a difference in the lives of all people. Visit their website – civilandhumanrights.org
The High Museum of Art. More than 17,000 pieces of American, European, African, photography, contemporary, folk, and decorative art. Visit their website. high.org
Wildlife
The Georgia Aquarium is the largest in the United States, with more than 11 million gallons of fresh and marine water. Visit their website www.georgiaaquarium.org.
Zoo Atlanta experiences their Animal Encounter program to have an unclose visit with an elephant. Visit their website zooatlanta.org
Tour Companies
ATL-Cruzers Electric Car Tour: this is an eco-friendly way to see the site around the city. This 90-minute electric car tours 15 miles through the heart of Atlanta, around city sites and neighborhoods like historic Inman Park, Atlanta’s first planned suburb.
Visit their website – atlcruzers.com
Unexpected Atlanta, you can take a walk on their Martin Luther King Jr. Walking Tour: which offers an in-depth look at the people and locations that inspired Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Plan it and book it on their website – unexpectedatlanta.com
Restaurants
Fox Bros. Bar-B-Q. Twin brothers Jonathan and Justin Fox gave Atlanta their Texas-style barbecue; now we can’t get enough.
BBQ lovers – you can thank me later. Check out their website – www.foxbrosbbq.com
Max’s Coal Oven Pizzeria: It has the only genuine coal-burning oven in Georgia.
Check out their website: www.maxsatl.com
Twisted Soul Cookhouse and Pours: Offers an extensive menu of good southern delights with an international flair. Check it out now – www.twistedsoulcookhouseandpours.com
Place to stay
Glenn Hotel is a boutique property part of the Autograph Collection of Hotels. This 1920’s landmark building is adjacent to Centennial Olympic Park, making it ideal for accessing several downtown attractions.
Visit their website and book a stay glennhotel.com
Check out an article all about the hotel on my website – travelwithannita.com
For more information and to help plan a family fun getaway in Atlanta or the cities where CityPASS is offered. Visit their website – CityPASS.com.
To plan a getaway to Atlanta, everything you need is on the website discoveratlanta.com
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