Atlanta, Georgia, is a beautiful city in the USA with a lot to offer.
If you’re here reading this article, then I’m sure you’re thinking about visiting this city with a rich music culture and many tourist attractions.
If you have just shifted to Atlanta, even then, this article might come in handy for you.
Whether you’re planning a trip with friends or family, there is something for everybody in this city.
Let us be your guide through this happening city!
Things to do in Atlanta:
1) Visit World of Coca-Cola:
It’s a museum of Coca-Cola! And it’s as good as the beverage itself.
You have to book a tour and pay an entrance fee to visit this place but it’s all well worth it.
You get to learn about the amazing history of coca-cola, and there are numerous attractions in this place.
They have their best drinks from all around the world available here, and safe to say; people usually want to try them all. Not surprising, we’d do the same.
You get to be part of a tasting session too.
Also, they have a scent discovery exhibit; how exciting is that!
It’s the perfect aromatic experience. Most people go here with their family and more than once.
It is such a fun place with every detail about coca-cola, some that you might already know but some that will impress you.
2) Visit the Georgia Aquarium:
This is next on the list because it’s very close to the World of Coca-Cola.
If you manage your time wisely, you can visit the museum and the aquarium on the same day.
Tip: We did our research and to save your money, we would advise you to park across the street to dodge the parking expense. But it’s up to you.
The Georgia Aquarium prides itself on having a unique selection of marine animals at display.
They treat the animals with love and care, which is very important!
They have a whopping 100, 00 marine life in the aquarium. Safe to say, you’ll be spending at least an hour here.
Some rare (endangered) marine animals for you to check out as well like
- Manta Ray
- Whale shark
- Beluga whale (It’s SO adorable)
- African Penguin
- Zebra sharks
- Longcomb Sawfish
- Grouper
And so many others that you didn’t even know exist.
They also have a dolphin show and a shark show that is extremely eye-catching.
You don’t need to be a kid to enjoy this aquarium. It’s fascinating for all ages!
3) Visit Martin Luther King, Jr. National Historical Park:
According to TripAdvisor, it’s on number 4 of the 244 things you should do in Atlanta, and rightfully so!
If you don’t know who Martin Luther King is, then that is just weird because everybody knows who he was and his contribution to this world.
In this place, there is plenty to see and learn from. It will help you know American history better and more about the civil rights movement.
You can visit his birthplace, where he lived, and the Ebenezer Baptist Church, where he worshipped.
There is an international Civil Rights Walk of Fame that honors exceptional leaders from around the world throughout history.
You have to pay no fee to experience this, which is great news!
There is plenty to see here as it is a land 38 acres wide in Downtown, Atlanta.
There is a lot more to this place than we can cover in a paragraph, we’ll leave it to you to see it for yourself in real life.
Atlanta has uncountable museums; it’s a great place to gain some knowledge in the best way possible. Some other such places in Atlanta are:
- Fernbank Museum | 3D Theater | Forest
- Atlanta History Center
- High Museum of Art
- Piedmont Park
Atlanta sure has many locations to explore but there are some other things to do in Atlanta as well.
There is always some type of festival happening in this city.
A diverse range of festivities for all kinds of people, some of the festivals to look forward to in every season are below:
Festivals during the spring season:
- BEER, BOURBON & BBQ FESTIVAL – All of our favorite B’s in one place!
- ATLANTA FILM FESTIVAL – All genres for all kinds of people.
- GEORGIA RENAISSANCE FESTIVAL – To help you remember the simpler days.
Festivals during the summer season:
- ATLANTA SUMMER BEER FEST – All the good beer in the same location.
- FLYING COLORS BUTTERFLY FESTIVAL – Who doesn’t love butterflies? Well, imagine 100s of them set free to fly in the air. Sounds and looks beautiful.
- TUNES FROM THE TOMBS AT HISTORIC OAKLAND CEMETERY – For anyone who enjoys spooky season and music!
- NATIONAL BLACK ARTS FESTIVAL – Experience the culture of Africa, black art, history, and talent.
Festivals during the fall season:
- ATLANTA GREEK FESTIVAL – Learn about the history of Greece while staying in Atlanta.
- DRAGON CON – This one is for all the costume lovers who love science fiction and gaming; it is one of the biggest pop culture conventions.
- JAPAN FEST – Experience a fusion of American and Japanese culture, don’t miss the fashion shows!
- MUSIC MIDTOWN – Two days packed with music so you can dance your stress away.
Festivals during the winter season:
- CHILDREN’S CHRISTMAS PARADE – It’s in the name. Giant floating figures and marching bands filled with Christmas spirit.
- MARTIN LUTHER KING JR. CELEBRATION – A full week of festivities honoring MLK and lots of tributes.
- ATLANTA WINTER BEER FESTIVAL – Atlanta sure seems to love beer and you get to be a part of their love for it during this festival.
Bottom line:
These were just a few out of hundreds of things to do in Atlanta.
No matter what season you go in, there will be something grand happening in this city! Atlanta is the perfect place for your next vacation!
It has arts, culture, music, food, and history to experience.
You and your family/friends will have a fun time exploring this city. You might get a little tired, though, with so much to see.
But, we think its well worth it if you leave with good memories, happy faces, and addition to your knowledge!