Georgia State Capital, Atlanta
Chattahochee Nature Center
9125 Willeo Road, Roswell
770-992-2055
Explore the world of the Chattahoochee River. The Center is a 127-acre, award-winning, private non-profit facility dedicated to environmental education. Visitors can take guided hikes on forested trails every Saturday and Sunday. They can also enjoy the river boardwalk, native plant gardens, unique family and children’s programs, and live animal exhibits.
Fernbank Museum of Natural History
767 Clifton Road, NE, Atlanta
404-929-6300
Explore cultural treasures and ancient fossils. Experience the thrill of a film in the IMAX® Theatre. Enjoy science interactives and marvel at the largest dinosaurs ever discovered.
Georgia Aquarium
225 Baker Street, Atlanta
404-581-4000
With eight million gallons of fresh and marine water and more aquatic life than found in any other aquarium, you are sure to see things you have never seen before!
Imagine It! The Children’s Museum of Atlanta
275 Centennial Olympic Park Drive NW, Atlanta
(404) 659-5437
The Imagine It! The Children’s Museum of Atlanta is packed with activities for kids ages 8 and under. Kids can touch, explore, prod, poke and splash all they want. Snacks and drinks are available in the Eats and Treats area. In addition, Chick-fil-A provides a limited (cash only) menu during lunch hours. Open Monday through Friday 10 a.m.-4 p.m. and Saturday and Sunday 10 a.m.-5 p.m.
Stone Mountain State Park
U.S. Highway 78 East, Exit 8
Stone Mountain, GA 30087
800.401.2407
Stone Mountain State Park is home to the world’s largest relief carving on the world’s largest mass of exposed granite. There are plenty of activities for the whole family. Soar to the top of Stone Mountain in the Skyride. Ride around it on the Scenic Railroad. Or cruise by it in a Paddlewheel Riverboat. End your day by watching the world’s largest laser light show featuring a fantastic fireworks finale!
The World of Coca-Cola Atlanta
121 Baker St. NW. Atlanta
404-676-5151 or 800-676-COKE (2653)
The new and expanded World has something for everyone! A thrilling 4-D Theater (3-D movie with moving seats), the world’s largest collection of Coke memorabilia, a fully functioning bottling line that produces commemorative 8-ounce bottles of Coca-Cola®, a tasting experience with over 60 different products to sample, and more!
Zoo Atlanta
800 Cherokee Avenue, SE, Atlanta
404.624.WILD
With over 750 species of animals, you’re sure to see something exciting. Among the Zoo’s most notable holdings are three giant pandas, Lun Lun, Yang Yang, and Mei Lan, on loan from China’s Chengdu Zoo until 2009. Other significant animal exhibits include Sumatran orangutans, black rhinos, African elephants and a Komodo dragon.
