Top 10 Atlanta Experiences
By Citysearch Editors, Atlanta
From a popular landmark or attraction to a must-visit restaurant or bar, uncover Atlanta's ultimate top 10 experiences.
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Ebenezer Baptist Church Heritage Sanctuary & Horizon Sanctuary
407 Auburn Ave NW, Atlanta, GA
Listen to Martin Luther King Jr.'s "I Have A Dream" speech from the pews of his home church, part of the national historic site. -
The Fox Theatre
660 Peachtree St NE, Atlanta, GA
This opulent Atlanta landmark--built in the 1920s as a Yaarab Temple Shrine Mosque--hosts all sorts of shows, but for a true behind-the-scenes experience take the guided tour. -
Georgia Aquarium
225 Baker St, Atlanta, GA
Pay a visit to Nico, a male beluga whale, at the world's largest aquarium. -
Turner Field
755 Hank Aaron Dr SE, Atlanta, GA
Attend a Braves game on a clear summer night and you've found the perfect Atlanta outing--there's even a Coke bottle that spews fireworks. -
High Museum of Art
1280 Peachtree St, Atlanta, GA
Visit one of the Southeast's premier museums featuring regional and international art. -
Stone Mountain Park
Hwy 78 E (Exit 8), Stone Mountain, GA
Skip the tram and hike up the world's largest hunk of exposed granite. Start just before sunset and you'll be rewarded with a stunning view of Atlanta. -
CNN Studio Tour
1 CNN Ctr NW, Atlanta, GA
Go behind the scenes at the world headquarters of one of the most-watched news channels. -
The Varsity
61 North Ave NW, Atlanta, GA
Whether you think it's a grease pit or glorious, there's nothing else like this Atlanta treasure. Head to the world's largest drive-in for a frosted orange, onion rings and a chili dog. -
Watershed
406 W Ponce De Leon Ave, Decatur, GA
Make a Tuesday-night pilgrimage to this quirky Decatur restaurant for Scott Peacock's famous fried chicken. And try to save room for the equally renowned chocolate cake. -
Your Dekalb Farmers' Market
3000 E Ponce de Leon Ave, Decatur, GA
Go on an international shopping spree at Decatur's massive food emporium. The size of two football fields, it sells everything from pig trotters to turmeric root.
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Flying Biscuit Midtown
1001 Piedmont Ave NE, Atlanta, GA
Crowds are the telltale sign that the cozy corner eatery serves up hottest brunch in town. -
Margaret Mitchell House & Museum
990 Peachtree St NE, Atlanta, GA
Fascinating tidbits about Mitchell and "Gone with the Wind" come to life in the more-than-100-year-old house.
