Atlanta, GA

Travel Guide

Atlanta
Atlanta
Atlanta
Atlanta
Atlanta

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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Midtown

Midtown is highly notable for its fantastic nightlife, and you might want to visit top sights like Margaret Mitchell House and Museum and McCamish Pavilion. See more of Atlanta by jumping on the metro at Midtown Station or Arts Center Station.

Downtown Atlanta

Mercedes-Benz Stadium and State Farm Arena are a few top attractions in Downtown Atlanta. Hop around the city on the metro at Five Points Station or Dome-GWCC-Philips Arena-CNN Center Station and check out the area's must-see aquarium, great live music, and popular shops.

Buckhead

Known for its fantastic nightlife and popular shops, there's plenty to explore in Buckhead. Check out top attractions like Buckhead Theatre and Atlanta History Center, and jump on the metro at Buckhead Station or Lenox Station to see more of the city.

Old Fourth Ward

While visiting Old Fourth Ward, you might make a stop by sights like Ponce City Market and 54 Columns.

Virginia Highland

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Virginia Highland and surrounding area, you can visit The Atlanta Beltline Start and Callanwolde Fine Arts Center.

Atlanta Marriott Marquis

Atlanta Marriott Marquis

4 out of 5
265 Peachtree Center Ave Ne Atlanta GA
$106 nightly
The price is $129 total per night from Jul 4 to Jul 5
$129 total
Jul 4 - Jul 5
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Atlanta. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), a fitness center, and valet parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the pool ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (4,100 reviews)
"Great place to stay"

Reviewed on Jun 2, 2026

Atlanta Marriott Marquis
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 Jun 19 to Jun 20
$151 total
Jun 19 - Jun 20
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Atlanta. Enjoy 2 restaurants, 2 bars/lounges, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (3,154 reviews)
"Loved the location, room, and spaces!"

Reviewed on Jun 3, 2026

The Westin Peachtree Plaza, Atlanta
Reverb by Hard Rock Downtown Atlanta

Reverb by Hard Rock Downtown Atlanta

4 out of 5
89 Centennial Olympic Park Dr. Atlanta GA
$152 nightly
The price is $183 total per night from Jun 6 to Jun 7
$183 total
Jun 6 - Jun 7
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Atlanta. Enjoy free WiFi, a rooftop terrace, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (3,313 reviews)
"The staff was great very helpful and informative. But as far as my stay overall poor there is no free continental breakfast, they charge a 25% service charge at the bar. The room I expected all features to work they caught my eye and it wasn’t….stains on the carpet, couch and tables, even the main ..."

Reviewed on Jun 3, 2026

Reverb by Hard Rock Downtown Atlanta
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.
Dorsen Stay

Dorsen Stay

3.5 out of 5
126 Renaissance Pkwy NE Atlanta GA
Stay at this aparthotel in Atlanta. Enjoy free WiFi, parking (surcharge), and a fireplace in the lobby. Popular attractions Centennial Olympic Park and State ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (277 reviews)
"This place has the potential to be a very nice establishment but it is not properly maintained and has stains on all carpets in the walkways to the rooms. It is convenient that you can check in without having to wait for staff, but it is inconvenient when there isn't someone to talk to for concerns. ..."

Reviewed on Jun 1, 2026

Dorsen Stay
The Lofts On Ponce

The Lofts On Ponce

4 out of 5
892 Ponce De Leon Ave NE Atlanta GA
Stay at this aparthotel in Atlanta. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a rooftop terrace. Popular attractions Centennial Olympic Park and State Farm Arena are ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (80 reviews)
"I believe we ran into bad luck with this booking. The air conditioning was dripping water through the night. We woke up to a puddle of water in our bedroom. My leather bag was damaged, and it was a hassle to figure stuff out early morning. The host, while super responsive and apologetic, could not ..."

Reviewed on Jun 2, 2026

The Lofts On Ponce
Atlanta - The Nomad ATL

Atlanta - The Nomad ATL

3 out of 5
369 Centennial Olympic Park DR NW Atlanta GA
Stay at this apartment in Atlanta. Enjoy free WiFi, an outdoor pool, and parking (surcharge). Popular attractions Centennial Olympic Park and State Farm Arena ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (88 reviews)
"The listing shows a pic with a TV in the bedroom but once I arrived it didn't have one. You have to watch TV in the living room instead of in the bed. It's weird because all the handles on the doors are broken, from the closets in your hotel room to the doors in the stairwells. Idk just strange. ..."

Reviewed on Jun 2, 2026

Atlanta - The Nomad ATL
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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