Family Places to See in Atlanta
Atlanta's best family attractions including the Georgia Aquarium, Children and Science Museums,
Gardens,
Parks and Tours
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The Atlanta Botanical Garden
offers over thirty acres of unmatched beauty in the heart
of Atlanta, with breathtaking gardens, woodlands and more.
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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. More information. |
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Shop, dine, play and stay at
Atlantic Station, Atlanta's newest entertainment, residential
and office district. The environmentally-friendly, pedestrian-oriented
community has unique retail stores, an exciting selection
of restaurants, state-of-the-art movie theatre and much more!
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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. More information. |
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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. More
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The Center for Puppetry Arts is a one-of-a-kind facility. It offers a wide array of puppetry for the entire family including original adaptations of classic stories, new works and innovative shows by the Center's company and American and international artists. A unique museum showcases over 1,000 puppets, along with posters, videotapes, photos and periodicals which present the history of puppetry in various cultures around the world. More information. |
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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. More
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6 Atlanta Attractions for 1 Great Price with CityPass:
Georgia Aquarium - Immediate Entry
World of Coca-Cola,
High Museum of Art,
Inside CNN Atlanta Studio Tour,
Fernbank Museum of Natural History
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Atlanta Botanical Garden,
Zoo Atlanta
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Atlanta History Center
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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. More
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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. More
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Just minutes from Atlanta, charming Decatur offers unique shops, restaurants, galleries and more in an attractive, walkable small town square. Come enjoy Atlanta's "mallternative". More information. |
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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. More information. |
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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. More information. |
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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. More information. |
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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. More
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Come experience Atlanta’s premier getaway
destination. With our unique variety of
accommodations and recreational amenities,
it’s fun for the entire family. More information. |
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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.
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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. More information. |
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The Passport allows you to
visit three historic museums at one discounted rate: Marietta
Museum of History, Root House Museum and the Gone with the
Wind Movie Museum. More information. |
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The McDonough Hospitality &
Tourism Bureau Welcome Center can help you plan your trip
to Historic McDonough! More
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Just south of Atlanta on I-75 the Morrow Tourist Center is a great place to plan your entire Atlanta visit. Located minutes from the Georgia and National Archives, Morrow offers a variety of hotels, restaurants and shopping venues. (770) 968-1623. More Information |
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The National Museum of Patriotism is dedicated to promoting the history of patriotism.
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The American Museum of Papermaking
showcases the art, science, history and technology of papermaking
from 200 BC to today. More information. |
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Historic Roswell, located northeast
of Atlanta off Georgia 400, offers shopping, home tours, dining
and lodging, while surrounding visitors with history. Upon
arrival in Roswell's town square visit the Welcome Center.
Allow their staff to plan a memorable visit for you. More
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Stone Mountain Park provides
the perfect day or weekend getaway for families looking to
spend time together this summer. The Park offers a wide variety
of things to do including attractions, recreational activities,
special events, dining and lodging. More
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Underground Atlanta is a great
central place to start your tour of Atlanta's attractions.
We offer a wide variety of shops, restaurants and activities
for the whole family. More
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See, hear and taste the magical
story of Coca-Cola - the world's most popular soft-drink -
at World of Coca-Cola. It's a truly unique experience that
lets you celebrate the history, as well as sample the future
of this incredible soft drink legend. More
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Zoo Atlanta exhibits, interprets,
studies and cares for animals in world-class environments.
The Zoo's mission is to conserve biodiversity throughout the
world, educate and entertain the public and contribute to
the cultural life of the community. More
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