40 of the Best Things to Do in Atlanta-From Visiting Art Museums to Luxury Shopping

"If you're looking for a big-city getaway with a dose of Southern charm, it's hard to beat Atlanta, Georgia. Home to incredible museums, quite a few professional sports teams, and a long list of award-winning restaurants, the city offers plenty to keep travelers of all ages busy. We've gathered 40 of the best things to do in Atlanta, from exploring the BeltLine trail system to sampling local eats and perusing museums for every interest."

"One of the best outdoor attractions in Atlanta is the BeltLine trail system, a repurposed 22-mile railway loop that connects some of the city's most vibrant neighborhoods. Walk, run, bike, or skate around the city while enjoying native plants and art installations, including murals, sculptures, performances, and seasonal events. Start at Ponce City Market and head north on the Eastside Trail, which leads to Piedmont Park and Atlanta's first public skatepark."

"Adjacent to Piedmont Park, the Atlanta Botanical Garden boasts 30 acres of dazzling plant displays. Among its highlights are the Canopy Walk, a 600-foot walkway suspended among the treetops, and nature-themed art installations. Don't miss the 25-foot Earth Goddess sculpture, which presides over the Cascades Garden and features more than 18,000 live annual plants. Plus, you can take classes to learn how to up your at-home gardening game."

Atlanta offers big-city attractions with Southern charm, including museums and award-winning restaurants. Piedmont Park provides 200 acres of open space, skyline views, and hosts events like the Shaky Knees festival. The BeltLine is a repurposed 22-mile railway loop connecting vibrant neighborhoods with trails, native plants, public art, and seasonal events; the Eastside Trail links Ponce City Market to Piedmont Park and the city's first skatepark. The Atlanta Botanical Garden spans 30 acres with the Canopy Walk, art installations, a 25-foot Earth Goddess sculpture featuring over 18,000 live annual plants, and gardening classes. The Georgia Aquarium houses thousands of marine animals, including whale sharks, belugas, dolphins, penguins, and sea lions.

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