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Kid-Friendly Atlanta
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items My husband's from the Atlanta, Georgia area, and ATL is like our second home. We've spent so much time there over the years with our kids and their cousins. There are so many great family-friendly activities around Atlanta. Here are some of our favor...
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Outdoor Fun
Indoor Excitement
Learn & Play
Kid-Friendly Eats
Where to Stay
Georgia Love
Outdoor Fun
Atlanta has four seasons, and the summers can get pretty humid, but the winters are usually fairly mild. We've had fun in the Atlanta area no matter what seasn we're visiting in.
A fun carnival type area on the rooftop of Ponce City Market, with mini golf, giant, slide, snow cones, and amazing views! (But no shade, so be aware of that when deciding what time of day to go.)
The Rooftop (Skyline Park) at Ponce City Market
Perfect for hot summer days…cool off floating down the Lil' Hooch lazy river or enjoy the many exciting slides and great splash zone for little kiddos. My husband actually worked here in high school, so we have extra special memories of White Water. ...
Six Flags White Water | Georgia's Most Thrilling Water Park
Six Flags has plenty of fun rollercoasters. My husband worked there when he was in high school, so it has an added nostalgia in our family.
Six Flags Over Georgia - Thrill Capital of the South
If you have baseball fans in your mix, you can't go wrong with a guided small group tour of the Braves' home stadium.
Guided Tour of Atlanta Braves' Truist Park
Atlanta has become the Hollywood of the South with so many TV shows and movies being filmed in studios nearby. There are tons of great movie locations to spot in Y'allywood if you know where to look. This tour knows the ins and outs.
Y'allywood 3 Hour Private Movie and TV Locations Tour
Atlanta has some wonderful public playgrounds for kids of all ages! This is a great list to start with, but we also enjoy exploring new ones.
Awesome Playgrounds in Atlanta for Kids of All Ages
Indoor Excitement
Whether it's a too hot, too cold, or rainy, Atlanta has plenty of indoor things to do.
Our crew loves mini golf, and you can't beat PuttShack for a super fun round! It's higher tech than typical mini golf, so don't worry about keeping score (the ball does that for you). It's best for older kids as the courses are fairly challenging, bu...
Puttshack | Upscale, Tech-Infused Mini Golf Experience
Hands down, the best part is the international tasting room where you can try Coke products from around the world. But there's lots of nostalgia to go around no matter what decade you were born in.
World of Coca-Cola
If your family has the opportunity to see a show at the beautiful, historic Fox Theatre, take it! We saw Wicked there, and it was magnificent.
Fox Theatre
A little pricey for an indoor playground, but they have a lot of unique play options and can accomodate a good sized age range. Requires reservations, but a great option for some active indoor fun!
oodazu
Ponce City Market has a bit of everything. It's a huge renovated historic Sears Roebuck factory with sustainable multi-use space including local small business retail shops and restaurants. It's also a great central place to stay!
Ponce City Market
Learn & Play
Some of the best visitor attractions in Atlanta have a strong educational component. Here are some of our favs.
Zoo Atlanta is a fabulous conservation and education-focused zoo. Always a great place to visit, especially in the spring and fall when it's not too sweltering outside. They have lots of animal interaction opportunities, but be sure to check feeding ...
Zoo Atlanta - Conservation in Action - So much to do at your Zoo!
Our family absolutely loves Georgia Aquarium. They have multiple exhibit areas where you can get so up close and personal with the fish and aquatic mammals. The Dolphin show is educational and interesting, but we actually love the seal and sea lion s...
Georgia Aquarium
There are always fun activities and workshops going on at sprawling Piedmont Park. Check out their schedule before your visit to make the most of your time. Also a great place for walking, and they have an awesome in-season farmer's market.
Programs - Piedmont Park Conservancy, Inc.
Atlanta has one of the most beautiful botanical gardens in the world. Obviously, the outdoor gardens are incredible in spring through fall, but the indoor greenhouse exhibits are refreshing greenery in the winter.
Atlanta Botanical Garden | Botanical Gardens in Atlanta and Gainesville
The Center for Puppetry Arts is one of the most unique places to visit in Atlanta. Whether you want to learn about puppetry or have a fun, interactive puppet show experience, it's such a neat place to explore.
The Center for Puppetry Arts
Fernbank is a wonderful Natural Science and History Museum right in the heart of the city.
Fernbank Museum of Natural History
Great center for older kids and teens to learn about the Civil Rights movement and history.
National Center for Civil and Human Rights
This is a new addition to the Atlanta History Center, designed for younger kids. Wish it had been open when my kiddos were little. But we always love a nice chicken salad lunch at The Swan House!
Visit Goizueta Children's Experience | Atlanta History Center
My husband's grandmother actually grew up with Jimmy Carter. (I shared some cherished stories about them here.) I firmly believe that Jimmy Carter has one of the greatest legacies of any former president we've ever had. His presidential library is dedicated to promoting peace and social justice. So much to learn here.
The Carter Center – Waging Peace. Fighting Disease.
Kid-Friendly Eats
Just because you have kids doesn't mean you shouldn't eat well. Here are some of our favorite restaurants where kids are right at home.
Fellini's pizza by-the-slice is our favorite. Fast, yummy, and affordable. What's not to love?
Fellini's Pizza
Souper Jenny has some of the best housemade soups I've ever had, and their menu changes daily. They have refrigerated and frozen soups to go. Plus, they have locations peppered all across Atlanta. Highly recommend!
Souper Jenny
Incredible fried chicken and a true classic staple in Atlanta. The Busy Bee is southern cooking at its finest.
The Busy Bee
It doesn't get much more quintessential Atlanta than Mary Mac's downtown. Southern comfort food, a historic atmosphere, friendly staff, and an incredible legacy. Either get there early or expect a bit of a wait. Or you can always call ahead.
About Us
It's in no way fine dining, but you haven't really been to Atlanta until you've eaten at the Varsity. (Make sure at least one person grabs a frosted orange to share!)
The Varsity Atlanta
It's a chain, and technically I can get Mellow Mushroom at home, but it's always a crowd-pleaser to grab a few pizzas from MM on our way into town.
Mellow Mushroom | Best Pizza in Atlanta - Midtown, GA
Start the day stuffed at the Atlanta Breakfast Club.
Atlanta Breakfast Club
Pinball, bar food, laidback atmosphere at My Parents' Basement. Fun and family friendly.
My Parents' Basement
Studio Movie Grill is always a great choice for a fun night out of dinner and a movie!
Find the Studio Movie Grill Movie Theater Near You | SMG Locations
Where to Stay
We always stay with family, but there are plenty of great places to lay your head when you're in the ATL.
Family and pet-friendly place to stay that's in a perfect central location.
HAMPTON INN & SUITES ATLANTA MIDTOWN
Buckhead is a beautiful area that's nice and central to everything. Plus, staying in a condo gives your family a bit of space to spread out.
Newly Renovated Atlanta Condo Prime Buckhead Atl, Atlanta: Hotel Reviews, Rooms & Prices | Hotels.com
Embassy Suites is always a great place to stay with their family suites and breakfast buffet. The one in Buckhead is a nice option, location-wise.
Embassy Suites by Hilton Atlanta Buckhead, Atlanta
Definitely consider location when picking a VRBO or AirBnB in Atlanta. Staying within the perimeter of rush hour traffic will keep you from spending your entire visit in the car stuck in traffic on 75 or 85.
Your strategic, central base camp to explore Atlanta's Intown neighborhoods and attractions. - Atlanta | Vrbo
If you're looking for an upscale hotel that's still very kid-friendly, the Four Seasons is perfect. They think of all the details you need to make traveling with children of any age seamless and easy.
Four Seasons Hotel Atlanta
Georgia Love
Atlanta truly is a second home to me. It has my heart forever. 💖
Love the cheerful color combo in this beautiful Atlanta wall art print.
Atlanta City Skyline Print, Georgia State Souvenir GA Pink Teal Orange Wall Art Watercolor Retro Poster, Instant Download
I got this cute little Atlanta skyline cross stitch pattern, and I'm going to stitch it up for my sister-in-law.
Atlanta Cross Stitch Pattern PDF Download, Georgia, City skyline, Travel cross stitch, USA cross stitch, Cross Stitch World, Travel gift
One thing I've learned marrying into a family from Georgia…they are serious about their Dawgs loyalty.
Georgia Inspired SET of 20+ Prints Room Dorm Decor
The Marietta Big Chicken is truly an epic landmark.
Marietta Georgia Big Chicken Art Print, chicken wall art, Kentucky Fried Chicken Art, Georgia artist, KFC Art, Atlanta Southern Art, Georgia
Like an old sweet song…Georgia truly does stay on your mind.
Georgia - Peach - GA - Sticker for Journal, Water Bottle, Phone, Laptop
Love this dainty, minimalist Georgia necklace.
Georgia Necklace - Georgia State Necklace - State Necklace - Personalized Necklace- Any State or Country- Silver or Gold - Georgia Outline
There are so many historical sites to visit around Atlanta. Swan House has a special place in my heart as a place I've gone with my in-laws for special celebrations with the women in the family.
Swan House