Guide to Atlanta Hotels and GA Attractions

Atlanta is known for being the "heart of the south" and offers a stellar museum called the Margaret Mitchell Museum. Atlanta was also host to the 1996 Olympics and has an exciting 21 acre Olympic Park. We also recommend that you visit the Martin Luther King jr. Natural historic site, which hosts some 500,000 visitors each year. The site is where he went to church and also contains the memorial site in which he was buried. If you enjoy history from the 1700's and 1800's we strongly recommend the Antebellum Plantation at Stone Mountain Park. It is comprised of buildings that were built between 1790 and 1845, which represent an authentic, pre-Civil War Georgia plantation. Atlanta has many fine 5 star hotels located near most of these attractions. You may also want to check out Atlanta's Fernbank Science Centre which offers visitors the opportunity to either view a star show at the planetarium or take a stroll through the Fernbank Natural History Museum. Now that Mars is as close to Earth as it will ever get for the next 6,000 years you will not want to miss this once in a lifetime opportunity. We have high quality hotels located only 12 minutes away.
 

Population: 425,000
Area: 130 sq miles (340 sq km)
Elevation: 1035ft (310m)
State: Georgia
Time Zone: Eastern Time

 

This centre features an 118 seat theatre with over 30,000 square feet of exhibitions, a caf鬠and museum shop. There are many exhibitions to choose from including: History of Atlanta, Native Lands, Enterprising Women: 250 years of American Business, Wild Things: Garden Sculptures by Thomas Prochnow. There are also signature exhibitions that highlight the history of Atlanta and its amazing accomplishments.
 

Would you like to see the world's largest painting? If your answer is "yes" then you will definitely want to check out this museum. You may also want to check out the historic civil war locomotive. The museum is open daily from 9:30 a.m. until 4:30 p.m. Children under 6 admitted free.
 

This museum features art of tremendous quality and rich history. There are over 100 artists and many different styles of art too observe. There is also art made by children that inspires the minds of adults. There is art from 7 different time periods and from all over the world. This is truly an art-tastic place to visit. Hours: Tuesday-Saturday, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Sunday, Noon-5 p.m. Closed Mondays. Free to Members and children 5 and under
 

This museum contains over 500 artefacts of the Atlanta Braves dating back to their 1871 birth to their current residence in Atlanta. You will get a guided tour of the home of the Atlanta Braves including a thrilling look at the dugout, broadcast booth, clubhouse, and press box. You will also learn about the legendary players that made Atlanta history and are in the hearts of the devoted fans in Atlanta. Hank Aaron, Ted Turner, and Dale Murphy, just to name a few. There is free parking available. Prices are: unavailable at this time.
 

There are many different attractions at Stone Mountain Park including "Crossroads" a legendary travel back into time. You can experience life as it was in the 1870's with real people doing trades that were done as they were almost 150 years ago. Children will love to explore the "Great Barn" as they wander through mazes, climb their way up nets, and wind down slides. You can also enjoy a scenic train ride and view some of Georgia's beautiful scenery. If you like to ride high, you might want to try the Sky Lift. These cable cars climb up to an elevation of 825ft. If you like to be near water, then the riverboat tour is the perfect opportunity to enjoy the relaxation of being on the Mississippi. The "Spectacular" laser show is one of the best laser shows in North America and has surround sound and high tech special effects. There is much more to explore at this awesome complex of attractions.
 

Tour the history of Coca Cola and see the collection of over 1,000 pieces of memorabilia. You will see the soda fountains of the future and of the past as well as 40 different international drinks. You can also visit the past of the inventor who made Coca Cola in 1886. Free Hours: Mon to Sat: 9a.m. to 5p.m. Sunday: Noon to 6p.m. Last Entry: One hour before close. Summer Hours: Mon-Sat: 9a.m. to 6p.m. Sunday: 11a.m.to 6p.m.
 

There are over 14 different animal attractions for you to discover. There are Panda's, Monkeys, and, Orang-utans. There is also a flamingo plaza and "Reptile World". The Atlanta zoo also has a huge collection of birds. There are over 1000 different types specimens, consisting of 250 different types of animals.
 

Would you like to visit the world's most famous news centre? Then this is the perfect choice for you. CNN offers tours of their facility, however, children under 6 years of age are not allowed.
 

This special garden contains 30 acres of gardens and of the world's most beautiful and rare forms of plant life. It is also one of the world's largest permanent orchid displays, including an interactive garden for the kids to play in. You will also see endangered and uniquely rare plants from deserts and tropical areas. Children under 3 are free. The site also includes free parking.