Around Town
Visitors to Atlanta can explore dozens of exciting opportunities for adults and children alike! Atlanta is the home of many exciting attractions, including:
- Atlanta Zoo
- Georgia Aquarium
- CNN Center
- World of Coca Cola
- Stone Mountain Park
- Six Flags Over Georgia
- Centennial Olympic Park
In addition, Atlanta enjoys many cultural and historical sites, such as
- Martin Luther King Jr. Historic Home and Center
- Atlanta History Center
- Cyclorama
- Kennesaw Mountain Civil War Battlefield
The arts are celebrated at the High Museum of Art, the Atlanta Shakespeare Tavern, Alliance Theatre, and the famed Fabulous Fox Theatre.
The Fernbank Museum hosts an impressive collection of dinosaur fossils and other natural history collections, as well as fascinating rotating exhibits from around the world.
The Atlanta Botanical Gardens and nearby Piedmont Park are a delight for both avid and casual horticulturists.
From April until end of the season, Atlantans enjoy the excitement of the Atlanta Braves at home in Turner Field, only 2 miles from the GSU campus.
Nightlife in Atlanta is rich and varied, comprising casual bars and dining, tapas bars, comedy clubs, live music venues, theatre performances, and a countless wealth of casual and fine dining options to please even the most discriminating international palate.
For more information about attractions, dining, and events in Atlanta, please visit the Atlanta Visitor's Guide.
You might also want to consider purchasing an Atlanta City Pass for reduced entry to some of the most popular attractions.
