Attractions in Atlanta
Atlanta Botanical Garden
The Atlanta Botanical Garden offers over thirty acres of unmatched beauty in the heart of Atlanta, with breathtaking gardens, woodlands and more.
Atlanta History Center
You could spend hours just exploring this award-winning Museum. Uncover the human side of the Civil War, discover the everyday artistry of southern folk art, chronicle the life of the legendary golfer Bobby Jones or learn about the history of the ever-changing city of Atlanta.
Braves Museum & Hall of Fame
You'll find unique treasures of the game featuring tributes to Henry Aaron, Phil Niekro and the Championship teams of the 90's. Artifacts from the Braves' years in Boston, Milwaukee and Atlanta. The museum and tours are open year-round and include behind the "seams" visits to Coca-Cola Sky Field, a Braves luxury suite, the press box, broadcast booth, dugout and clubhouse, Scouts Alley and The Plaza.
The Booth Western Art Museum
The Booth Western Art Museum is located in downtown Cartersville, just northwest of Atlanta. The Museum features contemporary Western American art, Civil War art, Presidential portraits and letters, Western movie posters, and Western illustration.
The William Breman Jewish Heritage Museum
The Jewish Heritage Museum tells the unique story of Jews in Atlanta from 1845 to the present through art and artifacts. They depict members of the Jewish community at prayer, home, work and play.
Children's Museum of Atlanta
Kids will enjoy environments and activities where they can experience the power of imagination and the pure delight of learning with each other and with grown-ups. The Museum offers ongoing interactive exhibits, along with special daily programs designed to ignite the imagination, foster confidence and inspire new ideas.
CNN Center
Every city has its center. In Atlanta it's CNN Center... where television, entertainment, shopping and dining all come together. CNN Center is the global headquarters of Turner Broadcasting System and the international broadcast studios of the CNN News Group.
CNN Studio Tours
Visitors who take the CNN Studio Tour at the CNN Center in Atlanta, Georgia, will get a glimpse of the inner workings of CNN, and see exhibits on all 12 of the Turner Networks.
Fernbank Museum of Natural History
Fernbank Museum of Natural History is home to a world of dinosaurs, artifacts, interactive science exhibits, shells, wildlife, IMAX® films and more. Unique permanent exhibits such as A Walk Through Time in Georgia, Sensing Nature and Giants of the Mesozoic combine with distinctive special exhibitions and educational programming to teach visitors about the earth's history, the physical universe, the environment and human culture.
Georgia Aquarium
Visit Atlanta's newest attraction. The Georgia Aquarium located near Centennial Olympic Park, is the world's largest aquarium. 8 million gallons of fresh and saltwater support over 100,000 animals. From whale sharks to jellyfish you are sure to see something you've never seen before.
High Museum of Art
In addition to exciting changing exhibits and the permanent collection, there is an educational gallery offering hands-on activities for children of all ages, a signature white tablecloth restaurant, a causal café offering gourmet refreshments, and a gift shop with a wide range of gifts.
Jimmy Carter Museum & Library
The Museum of the Jimmy Carter Library includes photographs and historical memorabilia from the Carter presidency (1976 - 1981). An exact replica of the Oval Office and gifts received by the Carters are also featured. A permanent exhibit of significant events occurring during Jimmy Carter's life and political career includes photographs with interpretative text.
Margaret Mitchell House & Museum
Located in the heart of Midtown Atlanta, the Margaret Mitchell House, birthplace of Gone With The Wind, is a two block historic site listed on the National Register of Historic Places. Docents will regale you with stories of this extraordinary Southern woman who defied convention.
Marietta Gone with the Wind Museum
Scarlett on the Square, the Marietta Gone with the Wind Museum, houses the extensive private book and movie memorabilia collection of Dr. Christopher Sullivan. Among the artifacts on display are the original Bengaline honeymoon gown worn by Actress Vivien Leigh in the movie, several of author Margaret Mitchell's personal volumes of the novel, and an educational display dedicated to the African-American cast members.