Atlanta, GA Hotels

A notable role in the Civil War and Civil Rights Movement puts the city on the map for many tourists. Sweet Auburn is a U.S. National Historic Landmark District that contains many vital monuments, from the Martin Luther King, Jr., National Historic Site to the Odd Fellows Building and Auditorium. A tour of the peerless district is a must. Other points of interest like the world class Georgia Aquarium, World of Coca-Cola and CNN Center remain wildly popular with international visitors. Centennial Olympic Park preserves the legacy of the 1996 Games and affluent Buckhead is a superb entertainment and nightlife district. In the end however, Atlanta's quiet “Old South vs. modern global city” identity crisis is what makes the city so magnetic.

Atlanta History

• Atlanta History Museum – This museum displays exhibits from historic moments in Atlanta.
• APEX Museum – An interactive museum dedicated to the African-American experience in the United States.
• Martin Luther King, Jr. Historical Site – Visit the birthplace and burial site of Dr Martin Luther King, Jr.
• Margaret Mitchell House – The home where author Margaret Mitchell wrote her literary masterpiece, “Gone With the Wind”.
• Oakland Cemetery – See the final resting place of many notable Georgians.

Atlanta Art & Culture

• HIGH Museum of Art – Atlanta’s premier art museum houses exhibits by artists such as Picasso, Monet and Warhol.
• Woodruff Arts Center – Home to several regular performances, including the Atlanta Symphony Orchestra.
• Fabulous Fox Theatre – The Fabulous Fox Theatre hosts live performances from famous musicians, actors and dance troupes.
• Michael C. Carlos Museum – This museum displays ancient art and artefacts from noted civilizations in Africa and Asia.
• Museum of Contemporary Art of Georgia – See original and modern paintings and sculptures.

Atlanta Shopping

• Lenox Square – The largest shopping mall in Atlanta, Lenox Square covers four floors and houses over 250 stores.
• Phipps Plaza – An upscale shopping mall with high-end shops.
• Discover Mills – A sprawling shopping plaza that features department stores, restaurants and a movie theatre.
• Atlantic Station – An urban mix of shopping, dining and entertainment in Midtown Atlanta.
• Little Five Points – The city’s eclectic section is home to several niche and offbeat shopping destinations.

Gay & Lesbian Atlanta

• Atlanta PRIDE Festival – The city's annual gay pride festival held in Piedmont Park every October.
• Black Gay Pride Weekend – A gathering of African-American LGBT individuals held every September.
• Swinging Richards – Gay club hoppers can have a swinging good time at the hottest male strip club in West Midtown.
• My Sisters’ Room – Visit the most popular lesbian bar in East Atlanta Village for fun, socializing and entertainment.
• Blake’s on the Park – Featuring drag queen performances every night, Blake’s on the Park is a top LGBT meeting spot in Midtown.

Atlanta Outdoor

• Zoo Atlanta – The largest zoo and wildlife conserve in Georgia.
• Piedmont Park – Located in the heart of midtown Atlanta, Piedmont Park is the city’s biggest green space.
• Atlanta Botanical Garden – Get a look at rare and unique plant species and sculptures in this garden next to Piedmont Park.
• Centennial Olympic Park – Commemorates the athletes and the supporters of the 1996 Atlanta Olympic Games.
• East Lake Golf Course – A PGA championship golf course in Decatur, Atlanta’s eastern suburb.

Atlanta Sport

• Visit Turner Field and take in an Atlanta Braves baseball game.
• Buy a ticket to watch the Atlanta Falcons play NFL football at the Georgia Dome.
• Go hiking at Arabia Mountain State Park, just outside of the city.
• Sign up to run in the Peachtree Road Race, the largest 10K in the South.
• Watch the Atlanta Hawks play basketball at the Philips Arena.

Attractions

• Georgia Aquarium
• High Museum of Art
• Sweet Auburn Historic District
• Grant Park
• World of Coca-Cola

Activities

• Atlanta Ballet
• Atlanta Braves
• Atlanta Jazz Festival
• Georgia Renaissance Festival
• National Black Arts Festival

Restaurants

• Rathbun's
• Canoe
• Bone's Restaurant
• Dogwood
• Fat Matt's Rib Shack

Nightlife

• Aiko Lounge
• Beluga Martini Bar
• Five Spot
• Mood Lounge

Climate

Atlanta has a humid subtropical climate, with four distinct seasons.

• Winter (November to February) 1-17°C
• Spring (March to May) 7-27°C
• Summer (June to August) 19-32°C
• Fall (September to October) 12-28°C

Atlanta On Wikipedia