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 Tara revisited |
144 College Street Atlanta, GA 30236 United States +1 770 461 9561 |
While not a plantation in the classic, antebellum sense, this landmark home has witnessed over 100 years of Atlanta-area history. Built in 1879, the construction made use of over a million bricks, and required almost a year to complete. Fully restored and refurbished, the mansion has been appointed with period antiques and decorated to reflect daily life of a bygone age. Stop by during the week for a tour, or call on weekends regarding special events. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Beauty & Tranquility |
1345 Piedmont Ave NE Atlanta, GA 30309 United States +1 404 876 5859 http://www.atlantabotanicalgar... |
Founded in 1976, this 15-acre expanse of natural wonder is located adjacent to Piedmont Park. A hardwood forest intertwined with walking trails surrounds the Fuqua Conservatory, which houses a Japanese garden, rock garden, and displays of flora from all over the globe. In addition to the Southeast's most comprehensive showing of indigenous plants, the conservatory maintains an amazing collection of carnivorous specimens and roses. Moonlight garden walks and seasonal shows are also sponsored. Admission is USD10 adults; USD7 seniors; USD5 children; children under 3 free. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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 More than just Gone With the Wind |
130 West Paces Ferry Road Atlanta, GA 30305 United States +1 404 814 4000 http://www.atlantahistorycente... |
This comprehensive museum of Atlanta's past is located a few blocks from the Governor's Mansion in residential Buckhead. Exhibits cover the gamut of the region's history, including special sections on the Civil War, Southern folk crafts, African-American history, and the Civil Rights movement. The museum is surrounded by 33 acres of gardens that feature the historic Swan House, the fully-restored Tullie Smith Farm, a library and archive, and several restaurants. Visitor maps are available in five languages. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Landmark public green |
285 International Blvd NW Atlanta, GA 30313 United States +1 404 222 7275 http://www.centennialpark.com/ |
This park, created for the 1996 Olympic Games held in Atlanta, has 21 acres of green space, rock gardens and artwork. The nearly 500,000 commemorative bricks that make up its main walkway were part of fund raising efforts for the Games. During scorching Atlanta summers, children frolic in the ground-level Olympic Rings, which periodically shoot streaming arcs of water in time to the seven light and music concerts put on throughout the day. Flags honoring the nations that have played host to the Olympics in the past surround the fountain. Free admission. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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 Hands on learning experience |
767 Clifton Road NE Atlanta, GA 30307 United States +1 404 929 6300 / +1 404 929 6400 http://www.fernbank.edu/museum/ |
Atlanta's largest museum sits on 140 forested acres just east of downtown. The Great Hall soars 86 feet to a rooftop skylight, and gives way to a labyrinth of halls devoted to the miracle of nature. A 315-seat IMAX theater showcases the world's most dramatic films on its five-story screen, while a comprehensive planetarium makes the heavens easily accessible. Be sure to visit on Fridays for Martinis and IMAX, a trendy cocktail hour followed by a film. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Seat of Georgia Government |
Capitol Avenue & Martin Luther King Jr. Drive Atlanta, GA 30303 United States +1 404 656 2844 http://www.georgia.gov |
Besides housing the governor's office and the state legislature, the Capitol preserves and represents Georgia's rich and diverse history both inside and out. Named a National Historic Landmark in 1977, the Capitol is made of Indiana limestone and Georgia marble, with a golden dome that rises more than 240 feet from the rotunda floor. Free guided tours are available on weekdays. The Georgia State Museum of Science and Industry is housed on the first and fourth floors. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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 Home to Georgia's Past & Present |
391 West Paces Ferry Road NE Atlanta, GA 30305 United States +1 404 261 1776 http://www.gagovernor.org/gove... |
This 24,000-square-foot modern mansion has been home to the state's governors since 1968, when the mansion was rebuilt in the Greek Revival style. The two-story home features a library and a ballroom that comfortably seats 150 for dinner. Furnishings and paintings are neoclassical and feature many collections from Georgia artists. The second floor is the family's private residence and includes a large suite for visiting dignitaries. The free tour is self-guided, although hosts are available in each room to explain items of special significance. A virtual tour is available on the Web site. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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One Very Big Rock |
Highway 78 E Atlanta, GA 30086 United States +1 770 498 5690 / +1 800 317 2006 http://www.stonemountainpark.org/ |
Just east of Atlanta, this 3,200-acre park centers on the world's largest exposed granite mountain. Skylift gondolas whisk visitors 825 feet to the top, where commanding views of the Georgia countryside await them. The north face's 90-by-100-foot bas-relief memorial to Jefferson Davis, Robert E. Lee and Stonewall Jackson is the world's largest. An antebellum plantation, a riverboat, an antique auto museum and a petting zoo are all located within the park, as are camping, dining and lodging accommodations. During the summer, there are evening laser light shows on the mountain. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Atlanta's highest artistic expressions |
1280 Peachtree Street, Northeast Atlanta, GA 30309 United States +1 404 733 4444 / +1 404 733 4400 http://www.high.org/ |
It is hard to miss this ultra-modern, stark white structure on Peachtree that houses Atlanta's finest collections of classic and contemporary art. A towering atrium soars to four interior levels, with the galleries moving from 18th- and 19th-century collections near the ground floor to the cutting edge of art on the upper levels. The High has increased in size to 312,000 square feet with three buildings designed by renowned Italian architect Renzo Piano: the Susan and John Wieland Pavilion, the Anne Cox Chambers Wing for galleries, and an office building. The High plays frequent host to the most important touring collections as well, hosting exhibitions featuring artists like Pablo Picasso and Norman Rockwell. The High also displays old prints of Abe Lincoln and of General William Tecumseh Sherman. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Museum and special events space |
453 Freedom Parkway Atlanta, GA 30307-1498 United States +1 404 865 7100 http://www.jimmycarterlibrary.org |
The Carter Library & Museum sits on 35 landscaped acres, just east of downtown where the Virginia-Highlands meet Inman Park. The complex consists of five interconnected pavilions that house the offices of the former President, research and foundation facilities, and the Jimmy Carter Library and Museum, including thousands of papers and mementos from the Carter administration. The landscaped gardens feature a lake, as well as more than 400 plants and 80 varieties of roses, including the coral Rosalynn Carter rose. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Famous Author's Home |
990 Peachtree St Atlanta, GA 30305 United States +1 404 249 7015 http://www.gwtw.org/ |
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 survived arson and many seasons of decay, the house has been completely restored. Guided tours feature a wealth of historical and anecdotal information on Mitchell, the house and Atlanta in general. A museum shop is also on site. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Civil Rights leader memorial |
450 Auburn Ave NE Atlanta, GA 30312 United States +1 404 331 5190 http://www.nps.gov/malu/ |
A few blocks to the east of downtown, the Sweet Auburn neighborhood is home to the birthplace of America's most influential Civil Rights leader. Operated by the National Park Service, this historic site contains Dr. King's boyhood home, his crypt and the Ebenezer Baptist Church. Tours are conducted daily on the hour beginning at 10am. During the summer, tours are on the half-hour, starting at 9:30am. Since the historic site covers several city blocks, visitors are advised to stop at the Visitor Center upon arrival for a map and touring advice. Free admission. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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 Expansive and popular city park |
10th Street Atlanta, GA 30309 United States +1 404 817 6817 http://www.piedmontpark.org/ |
The most expansive and popular of Atlanta's city parks was originally laid out for the Cotton States and International Exposition of 1895, and it now attracts more than 2 million visitors annually. Dog owners, sun seekers and sports enthusiasts flock to the park to enjoy the fair weather, largely unaware that this was the spot of the Battle of Peachtree Creek during the Civil War. The 189-acre facility is home to the Atlanta Botanical Gardens and scenic Lake Clara Meer, and plays host to many of Atlanta's favorite concerts and festivals. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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 Expect the Unexpected |
1409 North Highland Avenue (University Avenue) Atlanta, GA 30306 United States +1 404 872 7551 http://providenceantiques.com |
Proprietor Claudia Thompson's promise of "antiques and provisions" is not an empty one. She has searched the globe for the curious and unusual to stock her little shop in Morningside on the northern fringe of the Virginia Highlands. Hundreds of items you will not find anywhere else are on crowded display, from turn-of-the-century cabinets to beautifully embossed silver wedding certificate holders. Rare framed prints and foreign knick-knacks abound, as well as many unique gift ideas that'll fit right into your budget. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Urban extravaganza |
50 Upper Alabama Street Suite 007 Atlanta, GA 30303 United States +1 404 523 2311 http://www.underground-atlanta... |
This vast collection of shopping, dining and entertainment outlets (100+) is located in the heart of downtown's business district. Covering six city blocks, the underground mall is anchored by the World of Coca Cola Museum, which sits behind a 138-foot light tower at the entrance. Many specialty retailers and restaurant chains are represented between Upper Alabama and Central Avenue, while the rustic-themed Lower Alabama street market is home to smaller stores, quaint eateries and several nightlife options. Business hours may vary. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Learn the History of Coke |
55 Martin Luther King Jr. Drive South East Atlanta, GA 30303-3505 United States +1 404 676 5151 http://www.woccatlanta.com/ |
Atlanta's most famous invention is also the world's most popular soft drink and nowhere is this more clear than at this unique downtown museum. The new 20-acre complex features a 4D cinematic experience, and the largest collection of Coke® memorabilia ever assembled, including a pop-culture gallery. The museum draws many visitors, and features an exhaustive look at the history, manufacture and distribution of Coca-Cola. Perhaps the most popular phase of the tour is the final stop, where guests are invited to sample vast and various recipes of Coke as it is marketed throughout the world. Tickets may be purchased through their website. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Wildlife collection open year round |
800 Cherokee Ave South East Atlanta, GA 30315 United States +1 404 624 5600 http://www.zooatlanta.org/ |
Just minutes from downtown Atlanta in historic Grant Park, this exciting zoo features the Southeast's most impressive collection of wildlife from around the globe. Legend says that the zoo got its start when the owners of a traveling animal show went bankrupt and suddenly fled town. Today, popular exhibits include daily elephant demonstrations, orangutan feedings, and the recently-acquired Chinese pandas. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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