Atlanta, Hot 'Lanta, or 'the capital of the new South'; no matter what term is used, Atlanta, Georgia is an exciting place to visit. Looking for things to do in Atlanta, one will not be disappointed by the many choices. From Underground Atlanta, World of Coca Cola, world-class restaurants and historical landmarks such as the gold domed Capital building, the Fox Theater or the Varsity, Atlanta has something for everyone visiting the Southern city.
Historic Atlanta
In 1930, Atlanta hosted the premiere of Gone With the Wind, with the reception of the film's premiere at the Georgian Terrace Hotel, which still exists with its elegance, southern grace as well as a top restaurant. The Georgia Terrace Hotel is across from the historic Fox Theater that allows one to step in to the Arabian Nights for Broadway plays, musicians and other touring acts that come to Atlanta. Check out Atlanta.net for tour information on Atlanta attractions, tickets and other activities.
The area known as "Sweet Auburn" is the location of the Martin Luther King Jr. National Historic site. This area was considered the thriving center for Black enterprise in Atlanta from the 1890's to the 1940's and is the birthplace of the Nobel Peace Prize winner, Martin Luther King, Jr. Explore Dr. King's birth home and museum located at The King's Center.
Atlanta Festivals
Atlanta hosts numerous festivals, celebrations and parades such as the Atlanta Dogwood Festival, Georgia Renaissance Festival, and National Black Arts Festival. The Atlanta Dogwood Festival is a springtime tradition started in 1936 by Walter Rich of Rich's Department stores to bring everyone out of the doldrums around the Great Depression. Now having been celebrated for over 75 years, The Atlanta Dogwood Festival is the first big event of springtime in Atlanta.
Want to go above and beyond, Air Atlanta Helicopters or Balloons over Georgia will have you seeing Atlanta and North Georgia in a whole different light. While seeing Atlanta from the skies, this will give views of other places to check out during your visit. Stone Mountain Park might be one of those places. Stone Mountain Park is home of the world's largest granite rock. The park is over 3200 acres of nature's beauty. Enjoy the Antebellum Plantation, Paddlewheel Riverboat, and the Scenic Railroad while in the park. Then after dark, bring a chair or blanket and enjoy the tremendous Laser Light Show on the face of Stone Mountain.
Atlanta Southern Cooking
Tasting Southern cuisine is the thing to do Atlanta and no one will be disappointed with the choices. Atlanta has a restaurant to tempt the taste buds and excite the palate of every visitor. The first stop in downtown has to be the iconic drive-in, The Varsity. The Varsity is the world's largest drive-in that is a one of a kind Atlanta experience. While downtown, stop by Pittypat's Porch for classic Southern food that has been around for over 40 years.
Looking for Soul Food, while downtown exploring, drop by Gladys and Ron's Chicken & Waffles. Owned by Gladys Knight and Ron Winans, soul food and live music will kick off the evening in Atlanta. Looking for other food choices, Italian, French, Micro-breweries, and grills, Atlanta has the restaurant, diner or bar that will satisfy that craving after a day or touring. Take an eatery tour of the many places that Atlanta has to offer in which many have been featured on the travel and food channels.
With fall in the air, day trips to the mountains, open air markets in Piedmont Park and other local festivals about in and around Atlanta. From the historic capital with the gold dome made from Georgia mined gold in Dahlonega to Six Flags over Georgia amusement park, Atlanta has plenty to offer those traveling for a weekend or a vacation. Southern charm mixed with the metropolitan lifestyles, Atlanta is one HOT place to visit.
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