Things to Do

•  Atlanta Botanical Gardens
  
  This peaceful oasis includes 30 acres of gardens, an urban forest, wildflower trails, the Dorothy Chapman Fuqua Conservatory and a 10,000 square-foot Fuqua Orchid Center. A charming bridge links the main gardens to the Children's Healthcare of Atlanta's Children's Garden.
  
  1345 Piedmont Avenue Northeast
  Atlanta, GA 30309  Map
  Phone: 404-876-5859
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•  CNN Studio
  
  Immerse yourself in CNN on a guided tour offering a dramatic look at the history of the CNN News Group networks, their coverage of the events that shape the world and the state-of-the-arts studios responsible for bringing the news to over one billion people around the globe.
  
  One CNN Center
  Atlanta, GA 30303  Map
  Phone: 404-827-2300
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•  High Museum of Art
  
  The High Museum of Art is the leading art museum in the southeast. Expect a broad, diverse selection of art comprising 19th and 20th century American works, European paintings, decorative arts, African, African-American art, photography and modern and contemporary art.
  
  1280 Peachtree Street
  Atlanta, GA 30309  Map
  Phone: 404-733-4400
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•  Georgia Aquarium
  
  As the world's largest aquarium, Georgia Aquarium features more animals than any other aquarium in more than eight million gallons of water. Through a path of more than sixty exhibits, the Aquarium tells a global water story, with features modeled after the greatest zoos and aquariums in the world. Each majestic exhibit is designed to inspire, entertain and educate.
  
  225 Baker Street
  Atlanta, GA 30313  Map
  Phone: 404-581-4000
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•  World of Coca-Cola
  
  The World of Coca-Cola at Pemberton Place is the only place where you can explore the complete story of the world's best known brand. With 60,000 square feet for you to explore, the World of Coca-Cola features more than 1,200 artifacts from around the world that, until now, have never been displayed to the public before.
  
  121 Baker Street Northwest
  Atlanta, GA 30303  Map
  Phone: 404-676-5151
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•  Golfing in Atlanta
  
  In the historic city of Atlanta, golfers enjoy warm weather year-round and access to more than 60 courses in the area. With fairways diverse enough for golfers of all levels to enjoy, you'll find all the elements of a great golf vacation in Atlanta.
  
  City of Atlanta
  Atlanta, GA 30311  Map
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Dining

•  Houston's - Peachtree
  
  Houston's offers a diverse menu of traditional American meals with exceptional quality in ingredients. Their philosophy starts at the local level, working with local growers and purveyors to get the highest quality of meat, produce, fish and chicken. Every meal is prepared from scratch and is expertly presented to guests. The atmosphere shows an interest in art and architecture.
  
  2166 Peachtree Road Northwest
  Atlanta, GA 30309  Map
  Phone: 404-351-2442
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•  Cheesecake Factory - Buckhead
  
  Walk through the front doors and you know you're in for something special. With French limestone floors and decorative columns, hand-painted fabrics, contemporary lighting and an abundance of cherry wood, the lavish decor is just the beginning. The Cheesecake Factory is a unique, upscale casual dining restaurant offering more than 200 menu selections.
  
  3024 Peachtree Road Northwest
  Atlanta, GA 30305  Map
  Phone: 404-816-2555
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•  The Varsity - Downtown
  
  The "World's Largest Drive-in" sits on more than two acres and can accommodate 600 cars and over 800 people inside. On days of Georgia Tech football games up to 30,000 people visit The Varsity. Each day it makes from scratch and sells: two miles of hotdogs, a ton of onion rings, 2,500 pounds of fresh cut potatoes, 5,000 homemade fried pies and 300 gallons of chili. The downtown Varsity is also the world's largest single outlet for Coca-Cola.
  
  61 North Avenue
  Atlanta, GA 30308  Map
  Phone: 404-881-1706
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•  Gladys Knight and Ron Winans' Chicken & Waffles
  
  The concept of Chicken and Waffles was born in Harlem, New York in the 1930s. Wells restaurant served many celebrities as they hung out in the late night hours. Many of them could not decide if they wanted breakfast or dinner, so they gave them both.
  
  529 Peachtree Street Northwest
  Atlanta, GA 30308  Map
  Phone: 404-874-9393
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•  The Sun Dial Restaurant
  
  The Sun Dial Restaurant is Atlanta's only tri-level dining complex featuring a revolving upscale restaurant, a rotating cocktail lounge and an observatory view level, offering a breathtaking 360-degree panorama of the magnificent Atlanta skyline. An Atlanta tradition, thousands of locals and tourists board the scenic glass elevators each year to climb the hotel's 73 stories to The Sun Dial for its unbeatable views, classic cuisine, live jazz and relaxing ambiance. Situated 723 feet above the city, The Sun Dial's diverse menu offers Chef Christian Messier's seasonally-influenced contemporary American cuisine.
  
  210 Peachtree Street
  Atlanta, GA 30303  Map
  Phone: 404-589-7506
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Family

•  Zoo Atlanta
  
  Zoo Atlanta inspires value and protection of wildlife through a unique mix of education and outdoor family fun. 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.
  
  800 Cherokee Avenue
  Atlanta, GA 30315  Map
  Phone: 404-624-5600
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•  Piedmont Park
  
  Atlanta's Central Park, Piedmont Park, with more than 180 acres, is joined with the Atlanta Botanical Gardens. Experience lush woods, Lake Clara Meer, picnic spots, skating paths and many annual events.
  
  400 Park Drive Northeast
  Atlanta, GA 30306  Map
  Phone: 404-875-7275
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•  Imagine It! The Children's Museum of Atlanta
  
  Imagine It!, Atlanta's only children's museum, is the perfect place for children age eight and under and their families to learn and explore together in a safe and fun hands-on environment. Their open and interactive area is filled with unique, entertaining and educational areas to explore.
  
  275 Centennial Olympic Park Drive Northwest
  Atlanta, GA 30313  Map
  Phone: 404-659-5437
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•  Six Flags Over Georgia
  
  Six Flags Over Georgia features roller-coaster fun for the whole family. The South's premier family theme park features thrill rides, Broadway-style shows and attractions.
  
  275 Riverside Parkway Southeast
  Austell, GA 30168  Map
  Phone: 770-948-9290
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•  Stone Mountain Park
  
  Located on 3,200 acres of natural beauty, Stone Mountain Park features a wide variety of fun family activities and things to do. Amazing adventures await as you discover interactive children's attractions. Plus, you'll not want to miss such fun annual events as the Yellow Daisy Festival or the Indian Pow Wow.
  
  U.S. Highway 78 East, Exit 8
  Stone Mountain, GA 30086  Map
  Phone: 770-498-5600
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Nightlife

•  Underground Atlanta
  
  Located in the Heart of Downtown, Underground Atlanta is bustling with activity, day or night. Enjoy daily entertainment by Atlanta's talented residents, homemade candy, caricature drawings and fortune telling, spectacular dining and souvenir shopping. Learn of Atlanta's past on a guided history tour. After dark, enjoy the clubs and restaurants in Kenny's Alley for a night of unforgettable entertainment.
  
  50 Upper Alabama Street
  Atlanta, GA 30303  Map
  Phone: 404-523-2311
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•  Atlanta Event Center at OPERA
  
  Built in the 1920s, the Atlanta Event Center originally served as a performance theatre for the Atlanta Women's Club. Located in the heart of Midtown Atlanta, this richly diverse space still retains the unique historical character and stunning architectural details of that period. With the recent renovation, it continues to be one of the most remarkable and stylish venues in the city.
  
  1150 B Peachtree Street Northeast
  Atlanta, GA 30309  Map
  Phone: 404-874-3006
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•  255 Tapas Lounge
  
  255 Tapas Lounge is Castleberry Hills newest edition. Part restaurant, part bar and part lounge, 255 offers an inviting and casual dining experience while specializing in small plate items and gourmet "mini" burgers.
  
  255 Peters Street
  Atlanta, GA 30313  Map
  Phone: 404-522-2612
  
  

•  Bazzaar Urban Bar
  
  This chic, European Midtown lounge has two floors that include an eccentric living room with vintage sofas, flowing drapes, international art and candlelit tables and a loft with tiny nooks and sexy sounds.
  
  654 Peachtree Street Northeast
  Atlanta, GA 30308  Map
  Phone: 404-882-7505
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•  CosmoLava
  
  CosmoLava boasts three levels, five bars, VIP accommodations and the hottest DJs in the city. Hit one of their three dance floors with world-class DJs spinning the latest House, Top 40, '80s Funk and Hip-Hop all on a state-of-the-art TurboSound system.
  
  45 13th Street
  Atlanta, GA 30309  Map
  Phone: 404-873-6189
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Shopping

•  Lenox Square
  
  Offering more choices since 1959, Lenox Square is the Southeast's premier shopping destination. Lenox Square is anchored by Bloomingdale's, Neiman Marcus and Macy's, and features nearly 250 specialty stores - shops like Anthropologie, BCBG, Bobby Jones, Burberry, Brooks Brothers, Calvin Klein, Cartier, David Yurman, Louis Vuitton, Kate Spade, and Zara.
  
  3393 Peachtree Road Northeast
  Atlanta, GA 30326  Map
  Phone: 404-233-6767
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•  Phipps Plaza
  
  Phipps Plaza is Atlanta's unique retail destination for world class shopping, fine dining and a state of the art AMC movie complex. Shop Saks Fifth Avenue, Tiffany & Co., Nike Town and more.
  
  3500 Peachtree Road Northeast
  Atlanta, GA 30326  Map
  Phone: 404-262-0992
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•  Bennett Street Arts and Antiques District
  
  The Bennett Street Arts and Antique District is home to premier Atlanta galleries, boasting dozens of superior art dealers and boutiques, antique furniture showrooms, artist studios and imported rug dealers. The shops carry unique items from regional watercolor paintings to Turkish rugs, from experimental mixed media art to imported English cherry wood tables. Each business in the cluster of Atlanta galleries offers a distinctive charm and specialization and creates a fusion of high quality fine art, antique furniture, decorative items and one-of-a-kind collectibles.
  
  25 Bennett Street Northwest
  Atlanta, GA 30309  Map
  Phone: 404-352-5511
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•  Miller Brothers Ltd.
  
  At Miller Brothers Ltd, they help you build a wardrobe that embodies a great sense of style, impeccable quality and lasting value. They offer made to measure suits, sportcoats, shirts and trousers, as well as a whole array of ready-made sportswear and furnishings.
  
  3207 Paces Ferry Place
  Atlanta, GA 30305  Map
  Phone: 404-233-8000
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•  Discover Mills
  
  Discover Mills is Georgia's value shopping, entertainment and dining destination. It includes the best names of in one-of-a-kind retail and manufacturer outlets, specialty retailers and category dominant stores.
  
  5900 Sugarloaf Parkway
  Lawrenceville, GA 30043  Map
  Phone: 678-847-5000
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