Atlanta Things to Do

Inman Park was the first planned neighborhood south of the Mason-Dixon Line, established in 1887 and fully built by the early 1900s. It experienced a long period of decline starting around 1910 and continuing until restoration... more

This carriage company specializes in tours around Atlanta's downtown and Midtown neighborhoods. Available anytime of day or night, these tours provide a great way to enjoy the nightlife from a unique perspective. Carriage rides... more

When building this landmark in 1924, architect Joel Hurt was careful to keep frills to a minimum, preferring the simple base, shaft and capital design so prevalent in the office buildings of the 1890s. The resulting clarity of... more

Billed as the most luxurious apartments in the South, this 11-story building opened in 1912 to much fanfare. At the time, apartment living was something of a rarity in this part of the country and the building attracted a high-... more

Have fun and learn at the same time at this one-of-a-kind, 2-story museum dedicated to the history and production of Coca-Cola. Located in the heart of Underground Atlanta, the museum offers tons of fun activities, from the pop... more

Atlanta's largest museum sits on 140 forested acres just east of downtown. The Great Hall soars 86 feet (26 meters) to a rooftop skylight, and gives way to a labyrinth of halls devoted to the miracle of nature. A 315-seat IMAX... more

Outside the gates of Zoo Atlanta on the grounds of Grant Park stands a stark, white marble structure housing the world's largest oil painting, the Atlanta Cyclorama. Painted in 1885-1886, the Cyclorama is a 365° mural depictin... more

This modest turn-of-the-century home is an architectural find in itself, but most notable because it houses the apartment where Margaret Mitchell penned most of the world's most popular novel, "Gone with the Wind." Having survi... more

This downtown high school is the alma mater of many of Atlanta's most famous citizens, including Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Built by architect Eugene C. Wachendorff, the building is a typical example of the elaborate revival s... more

Known for its inspiring music program and vibrant congregation, this landmark church has been a Midtown fixture since before the Civil War. Founded in 1848, the First Presbyterian Church of Atlanta is housed in a striking stone... more