Attractions near Atlanta, Georgia

Georgia Aquarium Olympic Park Philips Arena Turner Field Atlanta Tour

Guests of the Peachtree Corners Hotel enjoy easy access to an ample supply of attractions in the unique Atlanta, Georgia area - everything from the Georgia Aquarium to the World of Coca-Cola to the Martin Luther King, Jr. National Historic Site.

Many more intriguing tourist attractions abound in the environs surrounding Atlanta, Georgia.

Georgia Aquarium. The Georgia Aquarium contains eight million gallons of water, making it the world’s largest aquarium. Explore more aquatic life anywhere (except the ocean), including sharks, whales and penguins. Get a real feel for these fabulous creatures by touching rays, anemones and sea stars. For more information, visit www.georgiaaquarium.org/.

World of Coca-Cola. It has been said that things go better with coke. Well, at the World of Coca-Cola, you’ll be able to check out the world’s largest collection of Coca-Cola memorabilia. You’ll also learn fun fizzy facts, such as: Coca-Cola, which was created in Atlanta in 1886, is served more than a billion times a day around the globe. For more information, visit www.woccatlanta.com/.  [Top]

Centennial Olympic Park. Designed for the 1996 Olympic Games in Atlanta, Georgia as a place for visitors to meet and relax, the 21-acre Centennial Olympic Park is currently home to a wide range of festivals, fundraisers and free events, such as the Fourth of July Celebration and the Wednesday Wind Down concert series. For more information, visit www.centennialpark.com/.

Martin Luther King, Jr. National Historic Site. The Sweet Auburn community of Atlanta, Georgia is where Martin Luther King, Jr., was born. Take a self-guided tour while listening to some of Dr. King’s famous speeches on tape. There are also tours of his birth home. However, spaced is limited and each tour is on a first-come, first-served basis. For more information, visit www.nps.gov/malu/.  [Top]

Philips Arena. Enjoy top-flight entertainers like Barry Manilow and Steve Harvey along with fun, family-friendly events like Ringling Bros. and Barnum & Bailey Circus at Philips Arena. Plus, catch fast-paced National Basketball Association (Atlanta Hawks) and National Hockey League (Atlanta Thrashers) action. For more information, visit www.philipsarena.com/.

Buckhead. Escape to Buckhead for a tourist adventure you won’t soon forget. This upscale Atlanta neighborhood features breathtaking mansions, exceptional shopping centers and world-class restaurants. For more information, visit www.buckhead.net/.  [Top]

Turner Field. Turner Field in Atlanta, Georgia is the home of the Major League Baseball Atlanta Braves. Constructed in 1997, Turner Field combines an intimate baseball stadium reminiscent of the good old days with a state-of-the-art environment. For more information, visit http://atlanta.braves.mlb.com/atl/ballpark/index.jsp.

Arena at Gwinnett Center. The Arena at Gwinnett Center is a major performing arts and sports venue. Enjoy big name talent like George Strait and Keith Urban along with big shows such as “Dancing With The Stars.” The Arena is also home to the Gwinnett Gladiators of the East Coast Hockey League and the Atlanta Vision of the American Basketball Association. For more information, visit www.gwinnettcenter.com/.  [Top]

CNN Atlanta Tour. How in the world does a television station produce news 24 hours each day? Find out for yourself on the CNN Atlanta Tour, which features a re-creation of CNN’s main control room for a fun and informative behind-the-scenes look. For more information, visit www.cnn.com/tour/atlanta/.

Fernbank Museum of Natural History. Take a step back in time you won’t soon forget by taking a trip to the Fernback Museum of Natural History. Discover dinosaurs galore along with several enticing permanent exhibits, including The World of Shells and Reflections of Culture. Kids can join in the fun as well in the Children’s Discovery Rooms. For more information, visit www.fernbank.edu/museum/index.aspx.  [Top]