Atlanta, GA

Travel Guide

Federal Reserve Bank of Atlanta showing cuddly or friendly animals, a park and a city
Downtown Atlanta which includes landscape views, night scenes and a sunset
Woodruff Park which includes a high rise building, a park and a city
Atlanta Botanical Garden which includes a fountain, a garden and outdoor art
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Atlanta Travel Guide Video

Once the home to Martin Luther King Jr. and the 1996 Olympic Games, Georgia’s capital is full of history, culture and fun for the entire family.

The South is known for its charm. Atlanta is no exception. Visit Georgia’s capital city for its variety of museums, nature and amusement parks, charming neighborhoods and notable historic landmarks.

Transport yourself to outer space in Fernbank Science Center’s planetarium and observatory. Understand the natural world through hands-on exhibits including a waterfall hologram at Fernbank Museum of Natural History. Tour historic homes, gardens and Civil War relics in the Atlanta History Center. Learn about one of America’s most iconic brands at the World of Coca-Cola museum.

Meet over 120,000 sea creatures, ranging from massive whales to tropical fish, at the Georgia Aquarium. Zoo Atlanta has exotic animals from all parts of the world.

See journalists in action at downtown’s CNN Center, home of one of the world’s largest news networks. Watch a performance or show at the lavish 1920s-style Fox Theatre.

Explore Atlanta’s many parks. Walk past water gardens and the Fountain of Rings in Centennial Olympic Park, home of the 1996 Summer Olympics. Find walking paths, a lake, sports facilities and picnic areas in the centrally located Piedmont Park. Entertainment meets wilderness in Stone Mountain Park, a sprawling area surrounding a huge piece of exposed granite.

Learn about famous past Atlanta residents. At the Martin Luther King Jr. National Historic Site, see the humble birthplace and final resting place of one of the most important figures in the civil rights movement. In a small apartment building in Midtown, visit Margaret Mitchell House and Museum, where the author of Gone with the Wind wrote her famous novel.

Get cool and experience thrills at Six Flags White Water. Slide, splash and swim through the popular waterpark in Marietta, Georgia. Daredevils of all ages love Six Flags Over Georgia, a sprawling theme park in Austell with over a dozen roller coasters, water slides and other rides.

Explore Atlanta’s many neighborhoods. Outside of Downtown, discover a quirky side of the city in the musical hub of Little Five Points.

Where to stay in Atlanta

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Downtown Atlanta

4/5(5,906 area reviews)

Central business district with corporate headquarters, Georgia State University, and government facilities. Explore Underground Atlanta, Woodruff Park, Georgia Aquarium, and The Mall at Peachtree Center. Accessible via MARTA subway lines.

Downtown Atlanta
Federal Reserve Bank of Atlanta showing cuddly or friendly animals, a park and a city

Midtown

4.5/5(1,329 area reviews)

High-density commercial and residential area, Midtown Atlanta boasts the Southeast's highest concentration of art and cultural institutions. Explore Piedmont Park, Atlanta Botanical Garden, and savor the burgeoning restaurant scene. Accessible via MARTA rail and bike lanes.

Midtown
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Buckhead

4.5/5(1,869 area reviews)

Uptown Atlanta's commercial hub boasts upscale shopping at Lenox Square and Phipps Plaza, while the mixed-use Buckhead Atlanta offers exclusive boutiques and dining. Easily accessible via MARTA and "the buc" circulator bus.

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Sandy Springs

Chattahoochee River National Recreation Area and Chattahoochee River are top sights in Sandy Springs, and you should be sure to explore the popular shops. Hop aboard the metro at Sandy Springs Station or North Springs Station to see more sights in the area.

Sandy Springs
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Cumberland

4.5/5(1,704 area reviews)

Cumberland is known for its popular shops, and with sights like Truist Park and The Battery Atlanta, you won't get bored spending a day wandering around this part of Atlanta.

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Dunwoody

Historic Dunwoody Village and bustling Perimeter Center offer diverse experiences, while Brook Run's wooded trails and dog park provide outdoor fun. Easily accessible via MARTA, enjoy walkable Georgetown's retail district.

Dunwoody
The Westin Peachtree Plaza, Atlanta
The Westin Peachtree Plaza, Atlanta
4 out of 5
210 Peachtree St. NW, Atlanta, GA
$125 nightly
The price is $151 total per night from Jul 25 to Jul 26
$151 total
Jul 25 - Jul 26
Total includes taxes and fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Atlanta. Enjoy 2 restaurants, 2 bars/lounges, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and ...
8/10 Very Good! (2,372 reviews)
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Reviewed on Jul 13, 2025

The Westin Peachtree Plaza, Atlanta
The Brookhaven Atlanta Hotel
The Brookhaven Atlanta Hotel
4 out of 5
2061 N. Druid Hills Road NE, Atlanta, GA
$85 nightly
The price is $103 total per night from Jul 21 to Jul 22
$103 total
Jul 21 - Jul 22
Total includes taxes and fees
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Atlanta. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our reviews. ...
7.8/10 Good! (554 reviews)
"I enjoyed the professional and friendly staff that checked me and checked me out. The Continental breakfast was AWESOME with a spacious clean sitting area. The whole layout is really nice and welcoming."

Reviewed on Jul 14, 2025

The Brookhaven Atlanta Hotel
Hyatt Regency Atlanta Downtown
Hyatt Regency Atlanta Downtown
4 out of 5
265 Peachtree St NE, Atlanta, GA
$107 nightly
The price is $130 total per night from Jul 27 to Jul 28
$130 total
Jul 27 - Jul 28
Total includes taxes and fees
Book a stay at this eco-certified hotel in Atlanta. Enjoy free WiFi, an outdoor pool, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the restaurant and the helpful ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (3,664 reviews)
"Nice hotel. Clean. Friendly staff and bartenders. Didn’t like the valet situation. Very slow and overworked. Service doesn’t warrant the price in my opinion."

Reviewed on Jul 13, 2025

Hyatt Regency Atlanta Downtown
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Extended Stay America Suites - Atlanta - Northlake
Extended Stay America Suites - Atlanta - Northlake
2.5 out of 5
3300 Northlake Pkwy Ne, Atlanta, GA
Book a stay at this business-friendly aparthotel in Atlanta. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
6.8/10 (555 reviews)
"There was a group in the parking lot screamingat each other and people hanging in the doorway to watch, ant covered old chicken wings on the ground at the entrance, curtains and dust ruffle stained with who knows what..."

Reviewed on Mar 9, 2025

Extended Stay America Suites - Atlanta - Northlake
Global Luxury Suites Buckhead Atlanta
Global Luxury Suites Buckhead Atlanta
4 out of 5
3005 Peachtree Rd NE, Atlanta, GA
Stay at this 4-star apartment in Atlanta. Enjoy free WiFi, a rooftop terrace, and parking (surcharge). Popular attractions Centennial Olympic Park and State ...
7/10 Good! (36 reviews)
"Super cute super clean! Will be booking again"

Reviewed on Jun 2, 2025

Global Luxury Suites Buckhead Atlanta
BCA Furnished Apartments
BCA Furnished Apartments
3.5 out of 5
44 25th Street NW, Atlanta, GA
Stay at this 3.5-star apartment in Atlanta. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and laundry facilities. Popular attractions World of Coca-Cola and Centennial Olympic ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (483 reviews)
"Super easy, quick in and and out, super clean, super safe."

Reviewed on May 6, 2025

BCA Furnished Apartments
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

Getting around Atlanta

Renting a car is the best way to explore Atlanta, although traffic can be heavy. Take public transportation instead and you will still be able to get almost everywhere in the city, though it will take a bit longer. The MARTA rapid rail and bus networks cover all the most popular places for visitors. MARTA trains are faster and more frequent than the buses, but some areas of the city don’t have a station. Visit the Metropolitan Atlanta Rapid Transit AuthorityOpens in a new window website. Browse Atlanta rental cars.

Best time to visit

Visit Atlanta in the spring, between March and May, if you can. This is when temperatures are at their most pleasant, and there are lots of outdoor festivals and cultural events to look forward to. Coming to the city in spring also means avoiding the sweltering summer, when room prices have a tendency to climb as high as the temperatures. The city’s hottest month is July, with highs of 90 F (32 C).

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Reviews of Atlanta

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5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

I’ve grown fond of Atlanta and really enjoyed my stay . Friendly ppl all around ! See you soon Atlanta

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

We visited during the riots, yet we still felt safe! There was a curfew in place but we were able to find a place to eat within the area. Our stay was amazing!

4/5 - Good

Verified traveler

Not a visit for Atl per se

3/5 - Okay

Jennifer

Atlanta is an interesting city. I happened to be here while protests/rioting was going on. I did not feel unsafe or compromised during my stay which is a plus. However I did feel restricted in what I could do around the city.

4/5 - Good

Verified traveler

People are nice, open, and fun.

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

It’s home for me.

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