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Fun Things to Do in Atlanta - Austell, Georgia
The "New Capital of the South,” Atlanta, Georgia, is vibrant city with lots of personality and friendly Southern hospitality. From exciting attractions to world-acclaimed arts and entertainment to sports to dining to theater, Atlanta is a destination that is full of surprises!
Atlanta’s Neighborhoods. Atlanta is a city of diversity, from fascinating museums, theaters and historic landmarks to verdant parks and colorful neighborhoods. Check out Buckhead, popular for it arts, shopping and entertainment, Underground Atlanta, a lively downtown marketplace and nightlife scene, and Virginia Highlands, a tree-lined district with restaurants, cafes, music clubs, coffee houses, art galleries and trendy shops.
Atlanta Attractions. Metropolitan Atlanta is filled with a wealth of attractions and activities, including the Atlanta Cyclorama, CNN Studio Tours, Stone Mountain Park, Centennial Olympic Park, Six Flags Over Georgia, the World of Coca Cola and Zoo Atlanta and the Georgia World Congress Center. Recreational activities include train excursions, water and amusement parks, golfing, tennis, and auto racing. See a concert or game at the Georgia Dome or visit the Pandas at Zoo Atlanta.
Atlanta Sports. Host of the 1996 Olympics, Atlanta is known for its action-packed sports and recreation. Sports fans can cheer for the Atlanta Braves, Atlanta Falcons, Atlanta Hawks, Atlanta Thrashers, Atlanta Silverbacks and the Georgia Force. Enjoy pro racing at Atlanta Motor Speedway, tee off at championship golf courses, and explore beautiful nature trails, including the Atlanta Path from Downtown to Stone Mountain. [Top]
Atlanta Attractions. Metropolitan Atlanta is filled with a wealth of attractions and activities, including the Atlanta Cyclorama, CNN Studio Tours, Stone Mountain Park, Centennial Olympic Park, Six Flags Over Georgia, the World of Coca Cola and Zoo Atlanta and the Georgia World Congress Center. Recreational activities include train excursions, water and amusement parks, golfing, tennis, and auto racing. See a concert or game at the Georgia Dome or visit the Pandas at Zoo Atlanta.
Atlanta Sports. Host of the 1996 Olympics, Atlanta is known for its action-packed sports and recreation. Sports fans can cheer for the Atlanta Braves, Atlanta Falcons, Atlanta Hawks, Atlanta Thrashers, Atlanta Silverbacks and the Georgia Force. Enjoy pro racing at Atlanta Motor Speedway, tee off at championship golf courses, and explore beautiful nature trails, including the Atlanta Path from Downtown to Stone Mountain. [Top]
Atlanta Arts & Culture. Atlanta offers an exciting arts and culture community with world-class museums, theater, art and entertainment. Enjoy a graceful performance of the Atlanta Ballet, the oldest continuously operating ballet company in the nation, tap your toes to the music of an Andrew Lloyd Weber production and Broadway musicals at the Fabulous Fox Theatre, or enjoy the Grammy Award-winning Atlanta Symphony Orchestra. Enjoy an impressionist painting or a contemporary sculpture at the High Museum of Art or discover a world of natural history and science at the Fernbank Museum.
Atlanta Historic Landmarks. Set against the tall skyscrapers that adorn the skyline, Atlanta’s historic buildings preserve its rich history – from the Civil War to Civil Rights. Home to prominent leaders of the Civil Rights Movement, Atlanta is the birthplace of historical events which shaped the progress of the city. Get inspired at the Martin Luther King, Jr. National Historic Site or Margaret Mitchell House.
Atlanta Nightlife & Shopping. After the sun goes down, Atlanta’s nightlife sizzles with a blend of international flavor and traditional southern cooking. From Continental to Caribbean, Southern to Ethiopian, Georgia's capital is a dining mecca. After a delicious dinner, nightlife gleams with upbeat dancing, spectacular music and electrifying rhythms in Buckhead. Enjoy Atlanta’s legendary shopping at 53 malls and 680 open-air strip centers throughout the city. [Top]
Atlanta Historic Landmarks. Set against the tall skyscrapers that adorn the skyline, Atlanta’s historic buildings preserve its rich history – from the Civil War to Civil Rights. Home to prominent leaders of the Civil Rights Movement, Atlanta is the birthplace of historical events which shaped the progress of the city. Get inspired at the Martin Luther King, Jr. National Historic Site or Margaret Mitchell House.
Atlanta Nightlife & Shopping. After the sun goes down, Atlanta’s nightlife sizzles with a blend of international flavor and traditional southern cooking. From Continental to Caribbean, Southern to Ethiopian, Georgia's capital is a dining mecca. After a delicious dinner, nightlife gleams with upbeat dancing, spectacular music and electrifying rhythms in Buckhead. Enjoy Atlanta’s legendary shopping at 53 malls and 680 open-air strip centers throughout the city. [Top]
Six Flags Over Georgia. Located next to the Wingate By Wyndham, Six Flags over Georgia is one of the country’s most exciting amusement and adventure parks with dozens of thrill rides, 11 pulse-pounding coasters, fun family shows and attractions, kid’s rides, concerts, festivals and events for all ages. Ride the park’s newest attraction, Skull Island, the world’s largest interactive water play structure in a theme park. The new water park features three giant, water-dumping towers, six water slides, and hundreds of interactive water elements for a splashing good time. Soar 200 ft. above the park and over 8.5 acres on Goliath, the park’s steel monster of a rollercoaster. Fly to new heights on the South's only flying roller coaster - Superman. Defy gravity as you dive head first through high banked curves, spirals and a pretzel-shaped inverted loop at speeds up to 60 mph. Visit www.sixflags.com.
Georgia Aquarium. Experience the world’s largest aquarium and one of most exciting attractions in Atlanta. With more than eight million gallons of fresh and marine water and more than 100,000 animals representing 500 species from around the globe, you are sure to see aquatic creatures you have never seen before! The Georgia Aquarium promises wonder and excitement around every corner including whale sharks, beluga whales, penguins, jellies and many more wondrous sights and attractions. You can even touch bonnethead sharks, cownose rays, anemones and sea stars. Visit www.georgiaaquarium.org.
Underground Atlanta. Underground Atlanta is a magical place where old Atlanta meets the new. Located in downtown, Underground Atlanta is a lively marketplace full of unique shops, eateries, nightclubs, bars and fun attractions. Enjoy wonderful shopping, live music, entertainment, dining, history and a bustling nightlife scene. Enjoy an array of dining experience and cool bars in Kenny’s Alley, which comes alive at night. Visit www.underground-atlanta.com. [Top]
Georgia Aquarium. Experience the world’s largest aquarium and one of most exciting attractions in Atlanta. With more than eight million gallons of fresh and marine water and more than 100,000 animals representing 500 species from around the globe, you are sure to see aquatic creatures you have never seen before! The Georgia Aquarium promises wonder and excitement around every corner including whale sharks, beluga whales, penguins, jellies and many more wondrous sights and attractions. You can even touch bonnethead sharks, cownose rays, anemones and sea stars. Visit www.georgiaaquarium.org.
Underground Atlanta. Underground Atlanta is a magical place where old Atlanta meets the new. Located in downtown, Underground Atlanta is a lively marketplace full of unique shops, eateries, nightclubs, bars and fun attractions. Enjoy wonderful shopping, live music, entertainment, dining, history and a bustling nightlife scene. Enjoy an array of dining experience and cool bars in Kenny’s Alley, which comes alive at night. Visit www.underground-atlanta.com. [Top]
Atlanta Motor Speedway. Racing action revs up at Atlanta Motor Speedway, a majestic motor sports venue situated on 870 acres in Hampton, Ga., 20 miles south of Atlanta. AMS is one of the country's top sports and entertainment facilities with a fast 1.54-mile quad-oval and grandstand seating for 20,000 fans. The Speedway presents everything from NASCAR, Busch Series, ARCA, Drag Racing and Indy car racing to dog shows, concerts and conventions. Atlanta’s summers get hotter as Thursday Thunder, a 10-week series that hosts Bandolero, Legends and Thunder Roadster racing, gets set to raise the green flag for the 2007 season. See the country’s fastest drivers and enjoy weekly themes, contests and activities. The Friday Night Drags run from May to early-September. Gates open at 6PM and heat races start at 6:15 PM. Call (770) 946-4211 or visit www.atlantamotorspeedway.com.
Martin Luther King Center. Established in 1968 by Coretta Scott King, The King Center is the official, living memorial dedicated to the advancement of the legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., leader of America’s greatest nonviolent movement for justice, equality and peace. More than 650,000 visitors from all over the world are drawn annually to the King Center to pay homage to Dr. King, view unique exhibits illustrating his life and teachings, and visit the King Center’s Library, Archives, his final resting place, his birth home, gift shop and other facilities. Located in Atlanta’s Martin Luther King, Jr. National Historic Site, The King Center utilizes diverse communications media, including books, audio and video cassettes, film, television, CDs and web pages, to educate people all over the world about Dr. King’s life, work, philosophy and methods of nonviolent conflict-reconciliation and social change. The King Center is making a major contribution to preparing generations of Dr. King’s followers to carry forward his work into the 21st century. Visit www.thekingcenter.org.
Centennial Olympic Park. Once a glorious gathering spot during the 1996 Centennial Olympic Games, Centennial Park is a unique 21-acre park that serves as Atlanta’s lasting legacy of the Centennial Olympic Games as well as a community gathering space for free concerts, events, fundraisers and festivals, including the Fourth of July Celebration, Wednesday Wind Down concert series, Music at Noon and Fourth Saturday Family Fun Days. These events, in addition to the normal day-to-day traffic, bring an estimated three million visitors to this urban oasis each year. Explore the park’s unique features, such as the cascading Water Gardens, Centennial Plaza, Fountain of Rings, interactive fountains with lights and water synchronized to music and Gateway of Dreams, a sculpture that pays homage to the founder of the modern Olympics. Approximately 800,000 bricks were used in the construction of this beautiful metro park. Visit www.centennialpark.com. [Top]
Martin Luther King Center. Established in 1968 by Coretta Scott King, The King Center is the official, living memorial dedicated to the advancement of the legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., leader of America’s greatest nonviolent movement for justice, equality and peace. More than 650,000 visitors from all over the world are drawn annually to the King Center to pay homage to Dr. King, view unique exhibits illustrating his life and teachings, and visit the King Center’s Library, Archives, his final resting place, his birth home, gift shop and other facilities. Located in Atlanta’s Martin Luther King, Jr. National Historic Site, The King Center utilizes diverse communications media, including books, audio and video cassettes, film, television, CDs and web pages, to educate people all over the world about Dr. King’s life, work, philosophy and methods of nonviolent conflict-reconciliation and social change. The King Center is making a major contribution to preparing generations of Dr. King’s followers to carry forward his work into the 21st century. Visit www.thekingcenter.org.
Centennial Olympic Park. Once a glorious gathering spot during the 1996 Centennial Olympic Games, Centennial Park is a unique 21-acre park that serves as Atlanta’s lasting legacy of the Centennial Olympic Games as well as a community gathering space for free concerts, events, fundraisers and festivals, including the Fourth of July Celebration, Wednesday Wind Down concert series, Music at Noon and Fourth Saturday Family Fun Days. These events, in addition to the normal day-to-day traffic, bring an estimated three million visitors to this urban oasis each year. Explore the park’s unique features, such as the cascading Water Gardens, Centennial Plaza, Fountain of Rings, interactive fountains with lights and water synchronized to music and Gateway of Dreams, a sculpture that pays homage to the founder of the modern Olympics. Approximately 800,000 bricks were used in the construction of this beautiful metro park. Visit www.centennialpark.com. [Top]
Georgia Dome/Atlanta Falcons. Home venue for the NFL’s Atlanta Falcons and site of the 2007 NCCA Men’s Final Four, the Georgia Dome is the largest cable-supported domed stadium in the world, seating 71,250 roaring spectators. Located in downtown Atlanta, the Dome annually hosts the Atlanta Football classic, the SEC Football Championship, and the Chick-fil-A Bowl. The Dome was host to many of the largest sporting events in the world: Super Bowl XXVII in 1994, the gymnastics and basketball events for the 1996 Olympic Games and the Super Bowl XXXIV in 2000. The Dome also presents major trade shows, events and blockbuster concerts by such entertainers as the Rolling Stones. Cheer on the Atlanta Falcons as they attack the gridiron this season. The Falcons offense set several club and league records in 2006, including an NFL-first of a quarterback and running back each going over the 1,000-yard rushing plateau in the same season and the NFL team rushing title for the third straight season. QB Michael Vick became the first quarterback to rush for over 1,000 yards in a season on his way to completing a career-high 20 touchdown passes. Visit www.gadome.com and www.atlantafalcons.com.
High Museum of Art. The High Museum of Art is the leading art museum in the Southeastern United States. Located in Atlanta's Midtown arts district, the High has over 11,000 works of art in its permenant collection, which includes an extensive anthology of 19th- and 20th-century American art; significant holdings of European paintings and decorative art; and growing collections of African American art, photography, modern and contemporary art, and African art. The museum is dedicated to collecting works by Southern artists and is the only major museum in North America to have a curatorial department devoted to folk and self-taught art. The Museum's Richard Meier-designed building has received many design awards, including a 1991 citation from the American Institute of Architects as one of the “ten best works of American architecture of the 1980s.” In an exclusive partnership with the Musée du Louvre in Paris, The High presents hundreds of works from the Louvre’s collections to Atlanta from fall 2006 through 2009. This is the only opportunity in the US to see this prestigious collection. Visit www.high,org.
Zoo Atlanta. Located in historic Grant Park, minutes from downtown Atlanta, Zoo Atlanta is one of Georgia's most loved institutions. Founded in 1889, it is one of the 10 oldest zoos in continuous operation in the United States. Zoo Atlanta inspires people and the protection of wildlife by providing an educational, engaging family experience, committing to critical conservation projects and applying world-class dedication to the stewardship of animals living in naturalistic habitats. One of only four zoos in the U.S. exhibiting giant pandas, Zoo Atlanta recently welcomed the birth of its first cub, Mei Lan. Other highlights include a preeminent great ape collection, featuring a rare set of mother-reared gorilla twins, a world-renowned herpetology department, and Wild Like Me, an innovative play space. For information, call 404.624.WILD or visit www.zooatlanta.org. [Top]
High Museum of Art. The High Museum of Art is the leading art museum in the Southeastern United States. Located in Atlanta's Midtown arts district, the High has over 11,000 works of art in its permenant collection, which includes an extensive anthology of 19th- and 20th-century American art; significant holdings of European paintings and decorative art; and growing collections of African American art, photography, modern and contemporary art, and African art. The museum is dedicated to collecting works by Southern artists and is the only major museum in North America to have a curatorial department devoted to folk and self-taught art. The Museum's Richard Meier-designed building has received many design awards, including a 1991 citation from the American Institute of Architects as one of the “ten best works of American architecture of the 1980s.” In an exclusive partnership with the Musée du Louvre in Paris, The High presents hundreds of works from the Louvre’s collections to Atlanta from fall 2006 through 2009. This is the only opportunity in the US to see this prestigious collection. Visit www.high,org.
Zoo Atlanta. Located in historic Grant Park, minutes from downtown Atlanta, Zoo Atlanta is one of Georgia's most loved institutions. Founded in 1889, it is one of the 10 oldest zoos in continuous operation in the United States. Zoo Atlanta inspires people and the protection of wildlife by providing an educational, engaging family experience, committing to critical conservation projects and applying world-class dedication to the stewardship of animals living in naturalistic habitats. One of only four zoos in the U.S. exhibiting giant pandas, Zoo Atlanta recently welcomed the birth of its first cub, Mei Lan. Other highlights include a preeminent great ape collection, featuring a rare set of mother-reared gorilla twins, a world-renowned herpetology department, and Wild Like Me, an innovative play space. For information, call 404.624.WILD or visit www.zooatlanta.org. [Top]
Philips Arena. Home of the NBA’s Atlanta Hawks and NHL’s Atlanta Thrashers, Philips Arena is one of North America’s most spectacular major league sports facilities. The beautiful and exciting event venue, with its unique design elements and interactive attractions, offers a complete entertainment experience and presents a variety of entertainment, including blockbuster concerts, shows and tournaments. Billy Joel, Roger Waters and Jimmy Buffet hit the concert stage this spring. Visit www.philipsarena.com for tickets and information.
Stone Mountain. Stone Mountain Park is a breathtaking family vacation destination in Atlanta, Georgia. With 3,200 acres of natural beauty, Stone Mountain Park features a spectrum of family activities, recreation and amazing adventures. Discover interactive children's attractions and fun annual events as the Yellow Daisy Festival or the Indian Pow Wow. Take a skyride to the top of Stone Mountain and get an up-close look at the Stone Mountain Carving. Take a scenic train ride around the mountain or enjoy a paddlewheel riverboat cruise on Stone Mountain Lake. Explore a 4-story barn and a 3-story tree house. Host your company picnic or family reunion at a covered outdoor pavilion. Relax on the lawn as it is transformed into a natural amphitheater for the World's Largest Lasershow Spectacular. Stone Mountain Park’s signature event and an Atlanta tradition, the Lasershow combines colorful lasers, surround sound and special effects into a 40 minute light show, choreographed to popular and patriotic music. The Park offers numerous outdoor adventures, such as hiking on 15 miles of wooded nature trails or climbing the 1.3 mile trail to the top of Stone Mountain to enjoy sweeping views of Atlanta. Have a family picnic in the scenic surroundings of Grist Mill and Covered Bridge or go fishing in the 363-acre lake. Tee off on one of the park’s two beautiful golf courses with breathtaking views and pro shops. Visit www.stonemountainpark.com.
NEW World of CocaCola. The NEW World of CocaCola – opening on May 24th - is the only place where you can explore the complete story of the world's best-known brand. Located in Downtown Atlanta, the NEW World of Coca-Cola commemorates the spot where the original soda pop was first created. From a thrilling 4D cinematic experience to the largest collection of Coke memorabilia to the sampling of over 70 different products – there’s a bog world of Coke experience. From floor to ceiling, you'll be surrounded by CocaCola collectibles and memorabilia from around the world. Visit the Pop Culture Gallery and explore the ways that CocaCola has become an icon in pop culture. The gallery showcases one-of-a-kind artwork by Andy Warhol and Norman Rockwell and rare artifacts. Go on a cinematic adventure around the world in the 4D film "In Search of the Secret Formula". Sample 70 different "flavors on command" from around the globe through tasting stations that represent each continent at the hip tasting lounge. Visit www.woccatlanta.com. [Top]
Stone Mountain. Stone Mountain Park is a breathtaking family vacation destination in Atlanta, Georgia. With 3,200 acres of natural beauty, Stone Mountain Park features a spectrum of family activities, recreation and amazing adventures. Discover interactive children's attractions and fun annual events as the Yellow Daisy Festival or the Indian Pow Wow. Take a skyride to the top of Stone Mountain and get an up-close look at the Stone Mountain Carving. Take a scenic train ride around the mountain or enjoy a paddlewheel riverboat cruise on Stone Mountain Lake. Explore a 4-story barn and a 3-story tree house. Host your company picnic or family reunion at a covered outdoor pavilion. Relax on the lawn as it is transformed into a natural amphitheater for the World's Largest Lasershow Spectacular. Stone Mountain Park’s signature event and an Atlanta tradition, the Lasershow combines colorful lasers, surround sound and special effects into a 40 minute light show, choreographed to popular and patriotic music. The Park offers numerous outdoor adventures, such as hiking on 15 miles of wooded nature trails or climbing the 1.3 mile trail to the top of Stone Mountain to enjoy sweeping views of Atlanta. Have a family picnic in the scenic surroundings of Grist Mill and Covered Bridge or go fishing in the 363-acre lake. Tee off on one of the park’s two beautiful golf courses with breathtaking views and pro shops. Visit www.stonemountainpark.com.
NEW World of CocaCola. The NEW World of CocaCola – opening on May 24th - is the only place where you can explore the complete story of the world's best-known brand. Located in Downtown Atlanta, the NEW World of Coca-Cola commemorates the spot where the original soda pop was first created. From a thrilling 4D cinematic experience to the largest collection of Coke memorabilia to the sampling of over 70 different products – there’s a bog world of Coke experience. From floor to ceiling, you'll be surrounded by CocaCola collectibles and memorabilia from around the world. Visit the Pop Culture Gallery and explore the ways that CocaCola has become an icon in pop culture. The gallery showcases one-of-a-kind artwork by Andy Warhol and Norman Rockwell and rare artifacts. Go on a cinematic adventure around the world in the 4D film "In Search of the Secret Formula". Sample 70 different "flavors on command" from around the globe through tasting stations that represent each continent at the hip tasting lounge. Visit www.woccatlanta.com. [Top]
CNN Studio Tour. Experience world news live on the CNN Studio Tour. Immerse yourself in CNN on a guided tour offering a dramatic look at the history of the CNN News Group networks, their coverage of the events that shape our world and the state-of-the art studios responsible for bringing the news to over one billion people around the globe. The tour includes a one-of-a-kind re-creation of CNN's main control room where you will see and hear the behind-the-scenes elements of 24-hour news, live. Enjoy the interactive exhibit area where you can view video clips of the top 100 news stories that CNN has covered during the past 20 years, log on to CNN.com, test your knowledge with the journalism ethics display, and trace the growth of CNN as it parallels world events. The studio tour features a number of behind-the-scenes demonstrations where you'll learn how images are created, like weather maps behind news anchors and correspondents. Visit www.cnn.com/StudioTour.
Georgia World Congress Center. For more than 25 years, the Georgia World Congress Center has been renowned across the world as a premier convention and meeting facility. Over the past two decades, the center has grown to become one of the world’s finest convention, sports and entertainment sites. In addition to the 71,250-seat Georgia Dome and 21-acre Centennial Olympic Park, the Georgia World Congress Center encompasses 1.4 million square feet of prime exhibit space in 12 exhibit halls, 106 meeting rooms, 2 grand ballrooms, 3 fixed-seat auditoriums and 3 landscaped plazas. Visit www.gwcc.com.
Atlanta Civic Center. For over three decades, Atlanta Civic Center has hosted some of the world's most highly anticipated productions. Home of the Atlanta Opera since 2003, Atlanta Civic Center boasts the largest performance stage in the Southeast, making it the venue of choice for major productions, concerts, events and exclusive special events. The Civic Center served as the official venue for the 1996 Olympic Games' Cultural Olympiad, and their extraordinary and diverse productions have included blockbuster Broadway shows and popular children’s productions. Atlantic Civic Center presents the hottest musical performers and comedians, including Prince, Melissa Etheridge, The Black Crowes, and Ray Charles. The Civic Center also hosts Gospel plays and concerts, including the Stellar Gospel Music Awards. In addition to the 4,600 seat theatre, there is 5,800 square feet of meeting space for corporate meetings and private receptions. For concerts and events, visit www.atlantaciviccenter.com. [Top]
Georgia World Congress Center. For more than 25 years, the Georgia World Congress Center has been renowned across the world as a premier convention and meeting facility. Over the past two decades, the center has grown to become one of the world’s finest convention, sports and entertainment sites. In addition to the 71,250-seat Georgia Dome and 21-acre Centennial Olympic Park, the Georgia World Congress Center encompasses 1.4 million square feet of prime exhibit space in 12 exhibit halls, 106 meeting rooms, 2 grand ballrooms, 3 fixed-seat auditoriums and 3 landscaped plazas. Visit www.gwcc.com.
Atlanta Civic Center. For over three decades, Atlanta Civic Center has hosted some of the world's most highly anticipated productions. Home of the Atlanta Opera since 2003, Atlanta Civic Center boasts the largest performance stage in the Southeast, making it the venue of choice for major productions, concerts, events and exclusive special events. The Civic Center served as the official venue for the 1996 Olympic Games' Cultural Olympiad, and their extraordinary and diverse productions have included blockbuster Broadway shows and popular children’s productions. Atlantic Civic Center presents the hottest musical performers and comedians, including Prince, Melissa Etheridge, The Black Crowes, and Ray Charles. The Civic Center also hosts Gospel plays and concerts, including the Stellar Gospel Music Awards. In addition to the 4,600 seat theatre, there is 5,800 square feet of meeting space for corporate meetings and private receptions. For concerts and events, visit www.atlantaciviccenter.com. [Top]
Fernbank Museum of Natural History/Fernbank Science Center. Fernbank opens the world of massive dinosaurs, artifacts, science, wildlife, shells, IMAX films and extraordinary exhibits. Unique permanent exhibitions such as A Walk Through Time in Georgia, Sensing Nature and Giants of the Mesozoic combine with special exhibits and educational programs as well as unique travel adventures that lead you through an exploration of the earth’s history, the physical universe, the environment and human culture. See the Argentinosaurus, a massive 123-foot long plant-eater from 100 million year ago – the largest dinosaur discovered! Fernbank Science Center is a unique educational science resource center, classroom and woodland complex in the suburbs of Atlanta. Tour the 65-acre Fernbank Forest and experience the Exhibit hall’s interpretations of life and physical sciences, frequent traveling exhibits, a vegetable garden and butterfly garden, rose test gardens, a 500-seat Planetarium, the Observatory with a 36-inch reflecting telescope, and electron microscope laboratories. Visit www.fernbank.edu.
Turner Field/ Atlanta Braves. Opening in 1997, the "Home of the Braves" is an Atlanta landmark and the benchmark for baseball park design. Retrofitted from Olympic Stadium, home of the 1996 Summer Olympic Games, Turner Field combines the nostalgia and atmosphere of old-time baseball with a state-of-the-art ballpark environment. When the hard-hitting Atlanta Braves hit the field, fans do the tomahawk chop by the 27-foot long "chopping" neon tomahawk atop the BravesVision video board. The Braves Museum & Hall of Fame at Turner Field features more than 600 Braves artifacts and photographs that trace the team's history from its beginnings in Boston (1871-1952) to Atlanta (1966 - present). The museum is the starting point of one-hour guided tours of Turner Field. Visit www.braves.mlb.com.
American Adventures Atlanta. American Adventures is a family theme park that features rides designed for families with kids under 12. Many rides can be enjoyed by kids and parents, including the Rio Grande Railroad, American Revolution Tilt-A-Whirl, Turn of the Century Scrambler, and Main Street Bumper Cars. Enjoy exciting concerts, shows and annual events, such as KidsFest, Mad Science Days, and Fall Family Festival. Have a blast at the Foam Factory, a multi-level family fun house, featuring foam balls that are catapulted from 80 different launchers and turbo blasters strategically placed on three-story towers. Visit www.sixflags.com/parks/aadventures. [Top]
Turner Field/ Atlanta Braves. Opening in 1997, the "Home of the Braves" is an Atlanta landmark and the benchmark for baseball park design. Retrofitted from Olympic Stadium, home of the 1996 Summer Olympic Games, Turner Field combines the nostalgia and atmosphere of old-time baseball with a state-of-the-art ballpark environment. When the hard-hitting Atlanta Braves hit the field, fans do the tomahawk chop by the 27-foot long "chopping" neon tomahawk atop the BravesVision video board. The Braves Museum & Hall of Fame at Turner Field features more than 600 Braves artifacts and photographs that trace the team's history from its beginnings in Boston (1871-1952) to Atlanta (1966 - present). The museum is the starting point of one-hour guided tours of Turner Field. Visit www.braves.mlb.com.
American Adventures Atlanta. American Adventures is a family theme park that features rides designed for families with kids under 12. Many rides can be enjoyed by kids and parents, including the Rio Grande Railroad, American Revolution Tilt-A-Whirl, Turn of the Century Scrambler, and Main Street Bumper Cars. Enjoy exciting concerts, shows and annual events, such as KidsFest, Mad Science Days, and Fall Family Festival. Have a blast at the Foam Factory, a multi-level family fun house, featuring foam balls that are catapulted from 80 different launchers and turbo blasters strategically placed on three-story towers. Visit www.sixflags.com/parks/aadventures. [Top]
Wingate By Wyndham Atlanta at Six Flags - Austell, GA
65 South Service Road, Austell, Georgia 30168
Phone: 770-948-7877 Fax: 770-948-5393
Email: info@wingateinnatl.com
