Things to Do in Atlanta - Atlanta travel guide - Go Guides

Things to do in Atlanta can range from animal encounters at zoos and aquariums to visiting art galleries, cultural installations, and even unusual and quirky museums. You can head for the Atlanta Zoo to see more than 1,500 animals in natural habitats or see the more than 120,000 marine animals at the Georgia Aquarium. Head for the Atlanta Botanical Garden and walk elegant, colorful paths.

Learn all about the history of the iconic beverage at the World of Coca-Cola or head to the birthplace of Martin Luther King, Jr. Get out with the kids at Six Flags over Georgia for rides, food and fun or see a dinosaur at the Fernbank Museum, 3D Theater, and Forest.

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