Local Resources
We’ve put together a little list of local attractions if you’re new to town, or just need help with some ideas for date night. Just click on the “+” sign to see the list and links under each category.
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Area Attractions
- Arena at Gwinnett Center The Arena at Gwinnett Center is an indoor arena outside of Duluth, Georgia which includes a performing arts center and a convention center.
- Atlanta Botanical Gardens 30 acres of unmatched beauty in the heart of Atlanta
- Atlanta History Center Walk in wondering. Walk out in wonder.
- Atlanta Symphony Orchestra Established in 1945, performs 200 concerts annually at Atlanta Symphony Hall as well as around Georgia and internationally.
- Centennial Olympic Park The Park sponsors community-wide free events, including the Fourth of July Celebration, Wednesday Wind Down concert series and Fourth Saturday Family Fun Days. The Park also hosts festivals, fundraisers and private events. These events, in addition to the
- Center for Puppetry Arts Largest organization in the United States devoted to the art of puppetry.
- Chattahoochee Nature Center 127 acres in the Chattahoochee River Watershed.
- Chattahoochee River National Recreation Area Chattahoochee River National Recreation Area preserves a series of sites between Atlanta in the United States and Lake Sidney Lanier along the Chattahoochee River.
- Chattahoochee-Oconee National Forest The Chattahoochee-Oconee National Forest in northern Georgia comprises two United States National Forests, the Oconee National Forest and Chattahoochee National Forest.
- CNN Studio Tours at CNN Center An inside look at Turner Broadcasting System headquarters. Reservations required
- Cyclorama and Civil War Museum Since 1893: The Longest Running Show in the Country
- Fernbank Museum of Natural History See the creation and development of life on earth, explore the senses, view interactive exhibits and the IMAX theatre.
- Fox Theatre Hosting a large variety of live performances and listed on the National Register of Historic Places.
- Georgia Aquarium The world’s most inspiring aquarium with over 8 million gallons of water and the top Atlanta attraction.
- Georgia Caves Caving in Georgia
- Georgia State Capitol An architecturally and historically significant building. It has been named a National Historic Landmark and is listed on the National Register of Historic Places.
- Georgia State Fair Rides, Games, Food, Live Music and Daily Attractions at the Atlanta Motor Speedway.
- Georgia State Parks News and Events on Georgia State Parks
- Georgia Waterfalls Visit Georgia’s enchanting and lush waterfalls.
- High Museum of Art The leading art museum in the Southeastern United States.
- Ivan Allen Jr Braves Museum & Hall of Fame An education and entertainment venue, which features more than 600 Braves artifacts and photographs that trace the team’s history from its beginnings in Boston (1871-1952) to Milwaukee (1953-65) to Atlanta (1966-present)
- Jimmy Carter Library and Museum See a collection of memorabilia from President Jimmy Carter’s administration and life via displays, video, and film.
- Little Five Points Array of unique and eclectic restaurants, shops, and entertainment.
- Margaret Mitchell House and Museum Birthplace of Gone With the Wind
- Martin Luther King Jr. Historic District and Sweet Auburn District The surrounding almost 70-acre Martin Luther King, Jr., National Historic Site and Preservation District includes the Sweet Auburn Historic District.
- Oakland Cemetery Oakland Cemetery is the oldest cemetery, as well as one of the largest green spaces, in Atlanta, Georgia, U.S. Founded as “Atlanta Cemetery” in 1850 on six acres of land southeast of the city.
- Philips Arena Opened in downtown Atlanta in 1999 and is considered one of the best dual-sport, multi-purpose facilities in the world.
- Piedmont Park Atlanta’s Piedmont Park is the city’s favorite in-town park for hosting a variety of events and activities.
- Six Flags Over Georgia A 290-acre theme park located west of Atlanta and near Austell.
- Stone Mountain Park World’s largest exposed granite monolith with relief carving of Confederate notables, surrounded by attractions and recreation in a natural environment.
- The APEX Museum (African-American Panoramic Experience) African art, local black history, and national black artists.
- The Atlanta Opera Includes schedule and ticket sales, information on educational programs, and bibliography.
- The World of Coca-Cola Follow the history of the world’s most famous soft drink through hundreds of artifacts, exhibits, and videos.
- Underground Atlanta Shopping, dining, history, and entertainment.
- Woodruff Arts Center A major visual and performing arts center housing four arts divisions in one campus.
- Zoo Atlanta Housing over 1,500 animals representing more than 220 species.
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Sports
- Atlanta Braves Professional Baseball Team
- Atlanta Dream Women’s Professional Basketball Team
- Atlanta Falcons Professional Football Team
- Atlanta Silverbacks Professional Soccer Team
- The Masters Played Annually at the Augusta National Golf Club
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Theater & Arts
- 14th Street Playhouse Check out upcoming shows and events, buy tickets, get reviews and directions.
- 7 Stages Theatre This Atlanta-based performing arts theater serves up its current season, history, ticket information, cast and crew, and contacts.
- Actor’s Express Theatre Presents an eclectic mix of classic, cutting edge and original plays and musicals for Atlanta’s artistic community.
- Agatha’s A Taste of Mystery Dinner Theater Comedy murder mystery dinner theater with audience participation.
- Alliance Theatre A premier national theatre, the Alliance Theatre sets the highest artistic standards, creating the powerful experience of shared theatre for diverse people.
- Ansley Park Playhouse Small Midtown venue previously the Peachtree Playhouse. History, ticket information, directions, cast and crew information.
- Atlanta Civic Center The Boisfeuillet Jones Atlanta Civic Center has more than three decades of experience serving as host to the world’s most anticipated and popular productions
- Atlanta Symphony Orchestra Established in 1945, performs 200 concerts annually at Atlanta Symphony Hall as well as around Georgia and internationally.
- Center for Puppetry Arts Largest organization in the United States devoted to the art of puppetry.
- Dad’s Garage Theatre Atlanta’s killer bad awesome-est venue for improv comedy, original plays, and kick ass events.
- Ferst Center The Robert Ferst Center for the Arts, located in Atlanta, Georgia, is Georgia Tech’s theater and arts center and is adjacent to DramaTech, the student run theater.
- Fox Theatre Hosting a large variety of live performances and listed on the National Register of Historic Places.
- Georgia Ensemble Theatre Popular plays and musicals, often with a Southern accent, form the repertoire of this Equity-member troupe on the 600-seat proscenium stage of the Roswell Cultural Arts Center.
- High Museum of Art The leading art museum in the Southeastern United States.
- Horizon Theatre A professional theatre with a reputation for excellent ensemble acting, Horizon produces outstanding new plays by today’s playwrights that reflect and challenge the lives of the diverse people living in the urban Southeast.
- PushPush Theater PushPush develops artists and ideas in live performance and new media – creating new work and cultivating diverse artistic opportunities globally and locally.
- Rialto Center for the Arts Georgia State University’s Rialto Center for the Arts presents the best of national and international jazz, world music, dance and much more.
- Shakespeare Tavern An experience centered on the passion and poetry of the spoken word, with live music, hand-crafted period costumes, and outrageous sword fights.
- The Atlanta Opera Includes schedule and ticket sales, information on educational programs, and bibliography.
- Woodruff Arts Center A major visual and performing arts center housing four arts divisions in one campus.