Atlanta is the capital of the U.S. State of
Georgia. This sprawling urban landscape has played
host to many important events in recent history including the American Civil Rights Movement,
the 1996 Olympic Games and the American Civil War. All of these important events and many, many
more make the city well worth visiting, exploring and learning about. Before we get started on the top 10 things
to do in Atlanta, we’ve included links in the description to various pricing options
for discounted tickets and attractions so make sure you check those out. 10) At number 10 is the Centennial Olympic
Park Built for the 1996 Summer Olympic Games, this
21-acre park boasts a variety of free, fun-filled, family entertainment throughout the year,
including concerts, Family Fun Days, a spectacular Fourth of July Celebration, a Holiday in Lights
festival complete with an ice skating rink, unforgettable fountain shows and much more. In addition to special events the Centennial
Olympic Park is perfect for a stroll to take in the sculptures, water gardens and lavish
scenery. 9) At number 9 is Legoland Discovery Centre
Atlanta LEGOLAND Discovery Centre Atlanta is a LEGO
World full of colour, creativity and fun for children and their families. This indoor attraction, featuring a range
of educational and interactive experiences, will inspire imaginations with 2 different
rides, multiple interactive play areas, and a unique 4D Theatre. With offerings for both children and adults,
this is a great place to visit no matter how old you are. 8) At number 8 Explore the World of Coca Cola This fun museum located at Pemberton Place,
examines the Coca Cola drink and brand throughout the years. During your trip to the museum you will learn
about how the drink was first developed, the secret formula behind the famous taste and
the process of making the drink today. As well as all this there is a chance to see
lots of memorabilia and Coca-Cola related artefacts as well as 4d theatre celebrating
people’s experiences with Coca Cola around the world. 7) At number 7 is the Atlanta Botanical Garden Experience a lush, urban oasis at the Atlanta
Botanical Garden. Enjoy walking through the Orchid Display House
or across the Canopy Walk, a 600-foot suspension bridge. Adjacent to Piedmont Park, Atlanta Botanical
Garden comprises a stunning 30 acres of indoor and outdoor themed gardens, woodland areas,
brooks, fern glades, and walking paths. A highlight is the Dorothy Chapman Fuqua Conservatory,
a massive collection of plants from tropical rain forests and deserts, from around the
globe. 6) At number 6 is the Fernbank Science Centre The Fernbank Science Centre is a museum and
woodland centre operated by the DeKalb County School System that encourages the understanding
of science and technology and how it works in agreement with nature. The centre has dinosaur skeletons, live animals
and an authentic Apollo spacecraft for visitors to see. Admission is completely free to the centre,
except the planetarium, and most of the seasonal exhibits and activities have no extra costs. 5) At number 5 is the Zoo Atlanta Zoo Atlanta has a mission to inspire value
and preservation of wildlife through a unique mix of education and outdoor family experiences. From well-known native wildlife, to critically
endangered species on the brink of extinction, the Zoo offers memorable close encounters
with more than 1,000 animals from around the world. Zoo highlights include giant pandas, one of
North America’s largest zoological populations of great apes and a global centre of excellence
for the care and study of reptiles and amphibians. 4) Number 4 is Piedmont Park Adjacent to the Atlanta Botanical Garden in
Midtown, Piedmont Park is the perfect place to spend a lazy afternoon. Sprawling 200-plus acres, the park has no
shortage of things to do, including walking and jogging paths, dog parks, picnic facilities,
playgrounds, tennis courts, a public swimming pool and a Saturday farmers market. Thanks to its size, Piedmont Park also hosts
a variety of Atlanta's top events, including the Atlanta Dogwood Festival, the Atlanta
Jazz Festival and Atlanta Pride. 3) Number 3 is Stone Mountain Park Spread across 3,200 acres, Stone Mountain
Park boasts a variety of family-friendly attractions. But for many, the real star here is the Confederate
Memorial Carving. The largest high relief sculpture in the world,
this carving depicts three Confederate heroes. Additional facilities include a wildlife preserve,
a cable car ride, two golf courses, several restaurants and an antebellum plantation that
is open to tour. 2) At number 2 is the CNN Atlanta Studio Tour The studio tour is an approximately 50-minute
guided walking tour that provides a view into the newsrooms and studios to see firsthand
how CNN gathers and reports the news. Learn about CNN's history from your informative
guide and visit a control room theatre where you'll learn all about how news broadcasts
are put together. Next, head inside a special effects studio
to see how weather maps and on-air graphics are created. Watch live news feeds, see journalists at
work in the main CNN newsroom, and maybe even see newscasters broadcasting live. With tours running approximately every 10
minutes throughout the day, this fun, educational tour is ideal for the whole family! 1) At number 1 is a visit to The Georgia Aquarium The Georgia Aquarium is home to an impressive
120,000 marine animals including Californian sea lions and dolphins. The animals are housed in a state of the art
facility in a whopping ten million gallons of water. Also worth seeing at the aquarium is the 4d
theatre, the on site restaurant as well as the “behind the sea” tours that are available
which give you an idea of how the aquarium operates on a daily basis. Kids and families can even book sleepovers
at the aquarium and spend the night watching the animals swim above their heads. So that sums up our top 10 things to do in
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