Location: Downtown
Top Things to do in Downtown
The 10 Best Sights & Landmarks in Downtown, Georgia (GA)
Atlanta has been dubbed everything from the "capital of the new South" and "the next international city" to "the best place to do business." It's also a great place to visit. Fueled by the prosperity of local mega companies like Coca Cola and Holiday Inn, the prestige of hosting the 1996 Summer Olympic Games and the energy of young upwardly mobile types who have migrated to the city in droves - Atlanta is on fire. And this time it's a good thing. From world-class restaurants and a myriad of cultural attractions to a hip nightlife and sporting events galore, the city is cosmopolitan in every sense of the word. But Atlanta has also managed to maintain its historic character. Stop by the Atlanta History Center or visit the Martin Luther King Jr. Historical Site, a moving tribute to an American icon. Browse through the former home of famous author Margaret Mitchell or pop into the Jimmy Carter Library and Museum for details on the life and times of the former president and his family. Whether you choose modern urban endeavors or old southern pleasures, Atlanta will not disappoint.
Restaurants in Atlanta
1. Candler Building
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5.0 based on 7 reviews
2. Big Bethel AME Church
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5.0 based on 2 reviews
3. Fish Statue
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5.0 based on 5 reviews
Located outside the Atlanta Fish Market Restaurant, this will soon be recognized by the Guinness World Records as the largest statue of a fish in the world.
4. Atlanta First United Methodist Church
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5.0 based on 8 reviews
5. State Farm Arena
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4.5 based on 889 reviews
Philips Arena, named for founding partner Philips Electronics and home of the NHL’s Atlanta Thrashers, NBA’s Atlanta Hawks and WNBA's Atlanta Dream, has hosted many top tours and events including: U2, Rolling Stones, Paul McCartney, Bruce Springsteen, Kenny Chesney, Ringling Bros. and Barnum & Bailey, Disney On Ice, Harlem Globetrotters, Sesame Street Live and so many more!
Reviewed By daviemars - Chicago, United States
The sightlines for basketball are terrific and the renevations they did here are top notch. I was really happy with the concession prices since going to sporting events back in Chicago, concessions can get a little pricy. It was east to get in and out of the arena, and parking was only 11 bucks, can't beat that for an NBA game!
6. Inman Park
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4.5 based on 57 reviews
Reviewed By Tour29547748193 - Marietta, United States
There is so much history in and around Inman Park - The Battle of Atlanta, Coca Cola Moguls, The beautiful Twin Houses (Dames) and more. Everything is well preserved and people have worked to keep up their homes. Make sure you have a good tour on line before you go, so you really learn about the history. Look for the little holding cell near the park. You'll be amazed that humans were put in there. Enjoy!
7. The Tabernacle
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4.5 based on 517 reviews
Reviewed By RickinSugarHill
Have been to "Simple Minds" "Mt Joy and Rainbow Kitten Surprise" and every seat/floor is like you are on the front row, very intimate space, floor can get really packed, balcony is comfortable and you are right on top of the stage. Great staff and good drinks, comfy lounges and even a small rooftop area to view the Atlanta skyline.
8. The Catholic Shrine of the Immaculate Conception
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4.5 based on 76 reviews
9. The Sun Dial Observation Level
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4.5 based on 33 reviews
Reviewed By X7556MTjeremyw - Charlotte, United States
Didn't eat at the restaurant, but had to take in this beautiful view. It did not disappoint. I was even able to see planes landing at the airport which was pretty cool. If you're staying here you might as well take the quick ride to the top and enjoy the view.
10. Centennial Olympic Park
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4.0 based on 4,293 reviews
Built for the 1996 Summer Olympic Games, this public park offers weekly free concerts, a dancing water fountain for the kids and a memorial quilt in remembrance of the victims of the 1996 Olympic bombing.
Reviewed By katherinesK1960VV - Snellville, United States
We stayed at the Hyatt Place Hotel, right across from the Park. Our first night we walked around the park and got great pictures. It was very clean and felt safe. There were some homeless individuals but kept to themselves. We cut through the park to get to Ted’s Montana Grill. It was the first time that my husband had been back to the park since the bombing of the park during the Olympics in 1996. We saw the Memorial that was placed at the front of the park. He was working right next to where the bombing took place and I could tell it brought back good and bad memories. Seeing it at night all lit up was Beautiful. Great place for a family to walk around and explore. There are so many attractions right there, World of Coke, Ga Aquarium, Skyview Ferris Wheel, National Center for Civil and Human Rights, Children's Museum of Atlanta, College Football Hall of Fame.
