Things to Do in Atlanta, Georgia

Visit Georgia Aquarium and encounter everything from sea lions to sharks, penguins and tropical fish. Dive deep under the sea with interactive exhibits, shows, and programs with your Georgia Aquarium tickets. While there, take advantage of free WiFi and use the Aquarium's app to navigate your self-guided tour, or grab a bite at Coastline Cafe. Details

Discover Zoo Atlanta in Grant Park, a must-visit family destination just minutes from Downtown Atlanta. This 40-acre gem lets you get up close and personal with over 1,000 animals from around the world. From giant pandas and African elephants to exotic birds and reptiles, Zoo Atlanta is a paradise for animal lovers of all ages. Details

Zoom into heart-pounding thrills at Fun Spot America Atlanta! Includes unlimited access to multi-level go-karts, family rides, Kid Spot attractions, and coasters—including ArieForce One, a steel beast with a 100-foot drop, barrel rolls, and overbanked turns that defy gravity. Details

Immerse your family into one-of-a-kind LEGO exhibits, rides, 4D theater, and more at LEGO Discovery Center Atlanta. With 12 great family attractions available, kids can put their imaginations to work. Highlights include indoor rides like Kingdom Quest, a LEGO factory tour, the LEGO Master Builder Academy, and meeting your favorite LEGO characters! Details

Maximize your fun with Six Flags Over Georgia tickets. With over 40 thrilling rides, towering roller coasters like Goliath and BATMAN The Ride, to live shows and kid-sized thrills and play areas, Six Flags Over Georgia is the epicenter of non-stop fun for the entire family. The hardest part is choosing which roller coaster to ride first! Details

From exhilarating natural wonders to enriching cultural moments and beyond, the Atlanta Illuminarium delivers a sensory experience by immersing you in the world’s most extraordinary experiences. The Illuminarium Atlanta offers an array of intoxicating shows, experiences, and interactive art galleries, that allow you to explore cinematic immersion like no other! Details

Secret Food Tours: Atlanta offers a flavorful introduction to Southern cuisine in the heart of downtown. Over the course of about three hours, a local guide leads a small group to multiple food stops, where guests sample classic comfort foods alongside modern takes on regional dishes.

Tastings may include Southern-style fried chicken, buttery biscuits, empanadas, and fries favorites. Each stop highlights the flavors that define Atlanta’s culinary identity, from savory staples to sweet indulgences. Along the way, your guide shares insights into the city’s history and food culture, weaving local stories into each tasting.

The experience concludes with a signature “secret dish,” revealed only during the tour. With a balance of cultural context, authentic flavors, and intimate group sizes, this guided walking tour offers a satisfying way to explore Atlanta’s food scene. Details

Cheer on your knight at Medieval Times Atlanta. This family-friendly dinner show features knights battling in live jousting and sword fights, along with thrilling horsemanship and falconry displays. Enjoy a 4-course feast in a castle-style arena—served medieval-style without utensils (available upon request). Details

iFLY Indoor Skydiving Atlanta is the ultimate destination for thrill-seekers of all ages. Whether you are a seasoned skydiver or a first-time flyer, you can experience the exhilaration of flying in a safe and controlled environment. iFLY Indoor Skydiving Atlanta is suitable for kids, adults, and teens. It’s the flight experience of a lifetime! Details

Embark on a private Atlanta walking tour of the city’s biggest highlights, including the historic Martin Luther King Park. Visit key sites like the King Center, walk along Auburn Avenue to see the iconic CNN building, and so much more. This introductory Atlanta tour ends with a ride on the 20-story Skyview Ferris Wheel for breathtaking skyline views from above. Details