Atlanta
is known for a lot of things. One of the big ones is the traffic.
We recommend taking MARTA (the subway) for site seeing if you are
venturing out during the week. http://www.itsmarta.com
M - MARTA friendly attractions (no bus transfers)
$ - cost is $10 or less per person
$$ - cost is over $10 per person
CNN Center Studio
Tour -- M $
more
info (show / hide)The
CNN Center Studio Tour will
take you behind the scenes where you'll see the coverage of the
news in action.
The cost is $10 per person. For more information log on to http://www.cnn.com/studiotour
or call 404-827-2300.
Martin Luther King, Jr. National
Historic Site -- $
more
info (show / hide) Here
you can pay tribute and learn a thing or two about one of the nation's
- and the city's - greatest leaders. Access to the
Birth Home and Ebenezer Baptist Church museums as well as to all
other exhibits is free. For more information log on to
http://www.nps.gov/malu or call 404-331-5190
Marietta's
Gone With the Wind Museum -- $
more
info (show / hide)Celebrate
one of the South's most renowned literary works at Marietta's Gone
With the Wind Museum. Tour Dr. Christopher
Sullivan's expansive collection of memorabilia related to the
regaled novel and movie. Admission to the museum is $5 per
person. For more information log on to http://www.gwtwmarietta.com or
call 770-794-5576.
Center for Puppetry
Arts Museum -- M $
more
info (show / hide) The
Center for Puppetry Arts Museum houses
a fascinating collection of puppets that portray the amazing diversity
and cultural significance of puppetry across the globe. Admission
to the museum is $5 per person. For more information call
404-881-3391 or log on to http://www.puppet.org.
National Museum
of Patriotism -- M $
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The National Museum of Patriotism invites us to
come inside and explore what patriotism meant to those Americans
who came before us, as well as what it means to many of us today.
Admission for Adults is $6, Seniors(65+) and students are $4 and
active military and children 6 and under are free. For more information call
toll free 1- (877) 276-1692 or log on to http://www.museumofpatriotism.
Stone
Mountain
-- $
more
info (show / hide) Hike to the
top of Stone Mountain. For
a $7 per car parking fee, you can spend the day hiking and picnicking
at Stone Mountain park. Stone Mountain covers 583 acres and
boasts 25 million square feet of exposed granite. It is 1,683
feet above sea level and rises 825 feet above the surrounding
area. There
are additional fees for events or to explore Stone Mountain's Crossroads
Village. For more information log on to http://www.stonemountainpark.com or
call 770-498-5690.
Fernbank
Museum of Natural History -- $
more info (show / hide) The Fernbank Museum of Natural History has an IMAX Theatre worth
raving about and its Friday Martinis & IMAX events - $10 per
ticket - are a great escape from the normal every day routine.
For more information log on to http://www.FernbankScienceCenter.org
or call 678-874-7100.
World of Coca
Cola -- M $
more info (show / hide) Browse the world's largest collection of memorabilia that celebrates
the refreshing beverage that was created here in Atlanta in 1886.
While Coca-Cola was first served at a small pharmacy soda fountain
near Underground Atlanta, it is now served over 1 billion times
a day and is enjoyed in over 200 countries across the globe. Come
discover the history of this global brand. We look forward to welcoming
you soon! Admission is $9.00 for adults, $8.00 for seniors
(60 & above), $5.00 for children (ages 4-11), and toddlers (3
& under) are free with adult.
http://www.woccatlanta.com
Underground Atlanta
-- M $
more info (show / hide) At Underground Atlanta, visitors can experience it all - shopping,
dining, history and great special events! You can visit one of our
100 plus vendors that line the cobblestone streets with face painting,
magic tricks, fortune telling, toys, food, and accessories. You
can also take our guided history tour or enjoy fine dining.
http://www.underground-atlanta.com
Cyclorama --
$
more info (show / hide) Home of the world's largest painting, "The Battle of Atlanta"
and home of the historic Civil War locomotive, "TEXAS"
(hero of the "Great Train Race"). Through spectacular
music, art and sound effects, history comes alive as you step back
to July 22, 1864 and become part of the battle.
http://www.webguide.com/cyclorama.html
Zoo Atlanta
-- $$
more info (show / hide) Zoo Atlanta is open everyday of the year except Thanksgiving, Christmas
and New Year's Day. Hours of operation are 9:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Grounds remain open one hour after closing. Admission
is $17.00 for adults, $13.00 for senior citizens (55+), and $12.00
for children (3-11). Children two and younger are free.
*Prices do not include GA state sales tax.
http://www.zooatlanta.org/home.htm
Varsity --
M $
more info (show / hide) The Varsity is the most famous fast food restaurant in Atlanta.
Stop by and have a famous frosted orange, or chili cheese dog.
The food tastes great, but is not for the healthy minded.
www.thevarsity.com
Roswell
Chattahoochee Nature Center -- $
more info (show / hide) The Chattahoochee Nature Center is an animal refuge located
along the Chattahoochee River. The Nature Center is a place
where hawks swoop, turtles sunbathe on submerged logs, and cattails
sway along the quiet riverbank. Here, nature sets the pace
for your learning expedition. Hours of operation are Monday-Saturday:
9 a.m.-5 p.m., Sunday: noon-5 p.m. Admission is $3 Adults,
$2 Children Ages 3-12 and Seniors, Children 2 and under are free.
http://www.chattnaturecenter.com
Bulloch Hall -- $
more info (show / hide) Built in 1840 and the childhood home of Mittie Bulloch. On December
22, 1853, Mittie married Theodore Roosevelt, Sr. in the dining room
of Bulloch Hall, their son Theodore Roosevelt was our 26th president.
The house is open for tours Mon. - Sat. 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., with
tours on the hour and Sun. 1 p.m. - 3 p.m., with tours on the hour,
the last tour is at 3 p.m. Admission is $6 for adults and $4 for
children, six to 12.
http://www.bullochhall.org
Smith Plantation Home -- $
more info (show / hide) Built in 1845, this home is filled with over 14,000 artifacts belonging
to the original family. Complete with 12 original outbuildings,
the perfect example of an affluent farm family in early Georgia.
Tours Mon. - Fri. at 11:30,12:30,1:30 & 2:30; Sat. at 10:30,11:30,
12:30 & 1:30. $6 per adult; May purchase a Roswell Passport
for both Smith Plantation & Bulloch Hall for $10 per adult saving
$2. Call for holiday closings. cvb.roswell.ga.us
Storytelling Tours of Historic Roswell
more info (show / hide) Groups, join your storyteller guide for a fun and factual tour of
Roswell Historic District hearing stories of the mill village, the
mills, and the people of early Roswell. A few legends will also
highlight the tour. For reservations call 770-640-3253 or 800-776-7935. cvb.roswell.ga.us
Startime Entertainment Complex
more info (show / hide) Entertainment for the entire family. Arcade games, billiards, putt
putt, go karts, Funny Farm comedy club, and more. www.startimeentertainment.com
Shops of Historic
Roswell
more info (show / hide) Stroll Roswell's Historic District filled with unique shops, antiques,
and art galleries. Housed in period storefronts and with carefully
situated period lighting and benches, shopping in Historic Roswell
is just right for a few minutes of browsing or an entire day.
Andretti's Speed
Lab
more info (show / hide) Indoor entertainment complex featuring high-performance carts, arcade,
rock climbing simulators, ropes course, restaurant & sports
bar.
http://andrettikarting.com
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