CNN Studio Tour. For children four and older, the CNN Studio Tour is an exciting way to discover how a newsroom operates. Listen to behind-the-scenes action of the actual newsroom, see what it takes to put a news broadcast together and even learn how the weather map works.
Insider’s Tip: Don’t spend your time waiting. Make reservations beforehand for the 45 minute tour.

Underground Atlanta. Walk through Underground Atlanta, with several shops and restaurants, as well as a rejuvenated nightlife scene. Underground is an area of town where Atlanta literally built the city on top of it in the 1920s.
Insider’s Tip: Take the Underground Atlanta’s Guided History Tour. Unlock the secrets that make up Underground’s historic past with a personal guide on this 45-minute tour. Entitled “From Civil War to Civil Rights,” the tour makes 10 historic stops, experiencing everything from a journey through freight depots and old hotels to the Peachtree fountains and amazing views of the Georgia capitol building.

SunDial Restaurant Bar & View. This restuarant is located at the top of the tallest hotel in the western hemisphere, the Westin Peachtree Plaza. Travel to the top to dine in the revolving restaurant with breathtaking views of downtown Atlanta.

Sweet Auburn. The Sweet Auburn district is the birthplace of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. The Martin Luther King, Jr. National Historic Site includes a visitor center depicting the story of Dr. King and the Civil Rights Movement, the restored King Birth Home, Ebenezer Baptist Church where three generations of the King family preached, and the King burial site.

Jimmy Carter Presidential Library & Museum. Visit the Jimmy Carter Presidential Library & Museum, located next to the Carter Center. The library includes a replica of the Oval Office and Jimmy Carter’s Nobel Peace Prize, as well as traveling exhibitions.

The High Museum of Art. The High Museum of Art hosts European and American paintings, special exhibitions, African, decorative, folk and 20th century art and photography. Past exhibitions have included works by Van Gogh, Michelangelo, Picasso, Degas and Elton John’s private photography collection. The High recently opened an expansion that includes two new galleries, an open-air piazza and the restaurant Table 1280.

The Fox Theatre. The opulent Fox Theatre was designed in the late 1920s as headquarters for the Shriner's organization. Now, it presents Broadway musicals, the Atlanta Ballet, a summer movie festival, concerts and more. Check out the schedule for the Fox while in town. The lavish decorations inside include an indoor Arabian courtyard with twinkling stars and drifting clouds; a striped canopy; and ornate period furnishings.

Imagine It! The Children’s Museum of Atlanta is a museum where children can experience the power of imagination and the delight of learning. Primarily designed for ages two to eight, Imagine It! features hands-on, colorful exhibits and activities in which children look, listen, touch and explore.

Centennial Oympic Park. Walk through Centennial Olympic Park, the world’s gathering place during the 1996 Centennial Olympic Games. Today, the park features the popular Fountain of Rings and a wide variety of events including Fourth Saturday Family Fun Days, a free event with hands-on activities, April through September.
Insider’s Tip: Music at Noon is a free concert series every Tuesday and Thursday during the warm months.

The Georgia Aquarium. This is the largest aquarium in the world. More than 100,000 freshwater and saltwater fish and mammals include five Beluga whales and two whale sharks, the largest fish in the world. A 4-D theater, food court and five galleries will entertain all ages for the whole afternoon.

Turner Field. Between April and October, catch an Atlanta Braves baseball game. Arrive early at Turner Field and take advantage of activities such as pre-game pep rallies and posing for pictures with Scooby-Doo at Tooner Field. Test your hitting or throwing skills at Scout's Alley in the west pavilion or grab a bite to eat at the Chop House, situated right over the Braves bullpen.
Insider’s Tip: Since you are allowed to bring in your own picnic, grab dinner at another Atlanta tradition on North Avenue, The Varsity, serving chili dogs, hamburgers and the signature Frosted Orange. Tables are located right inside the ballpark’s entrance.

Philips Arena. Experience Atlanta’s indoor sports scene during the cooler months by attending an Atlanta Hawks basketball or Atlanta Thrashers hockey game at Philips Arena.

ESPN Zone. We know it’s not quite within the theme of Downtown, but get your sports fix with an evening at ESPN Zone in Buckhead. With interactive games, simulators and great food, there’s plenty to do for all ages.

Outside the Perimeter
You might hear locals joking about being outside the perimeter (OTP) versus inside. The actual perimeter is I-285, encircling the city. Take a trip OTP to one of the locations below for an action packed day.

Six Flags Over Georgia. With heart-pounding rides and thrilling attractions, Six Flags Over Georgia offers excitement for all ages. Nine roller coasters, including the Georgia Scorcher, one of the Southeast's tallest and fastest stand-up coasters; as well as Acrophobia with a 200-foot rotating tower drop; will propel you and your family through enough twists and turns to last you for weeks. Five new kids’ rides, including the Wile E. Coyote Canyon Blaster and the recent enlargement of the kids’ area will entertain little ones and the rest of the family.

Stone Mountain Park. Take a ride on land and in the water on the new “Ride the Ducks Adventure” at Stone Mountain Park. The unique vehicles, modeled after the amphibious DUKWs of the WWII era, offer a comfortable ride. Also new is the Treehouse Challenge, where girls and boys face each other in more than a dozen interactive games. A visit to Crossroads helps children and adults experience daily life in an 1870s Georgia town and includes a 4-D theater. The Great Barn is a gigantic structure with interactive games, and old favorites such as the sky lift to the top of the mountain, an antebellum plantation and the Lasershow Spectacular (March-October) will keep you busy.
Insider's Tips:Since you are already in the park why not stop at Miss Katie’s Sideboard which is an attraction in itself with down-home, delicious Southern cooking. Tables revolve and get taller all by themselves and watch out for (literally) hand tossed rolls coming your way.

Culture for Kids
Atlanta abounds with culture for kids. From crafts to creations, creatures and critters, Atlanta’s culture is entertaining for all.

Center for Puppetry Arts. Explore Midtown’s Center for Puppetry Arts, featuring puppet shows, puppet-making and tours. Adult shows complement the children's performances, and the largest museum dedicated to the art of puppetry hosts famous puppets such as Pigs in Space from the Muppets and masks from The Lion King.

The Atlanta Botanical Garden. The Atlanta Botanical Garden has an amazing children’s garden with special enclaves including the Laugh Garden, providing a space for little ones to wind through a maze beginning at a colorful caterpillar’s mouth and ending at the Butterfly Pavilion. Dig for fossils at the Dinosaur Garden, learn about carnivorous plants in the Soggy Bog, and experience the singing stone at Rocky Pointe.

Fernbank Museum of Natural History. Home to the world's largest dinosaurs, Fernbank Museum of Natural History is the largest natural history museum in the Southeast. Fernbank uses innovative exhibit design and programming to bring natural history to life through galleries and hands-on exhibits to stretch your imagination. The 315-seat IMAX theater provides a powerful film experience with unbelievable adventures showing in the afternoon and evening.

Atlanta History Center. The Atlanta History Center in Buckhead is a world of exploration. The museum offers exhibits on regional history, and the historic Tullie Smith House teaches children the basic skills needed to operate an 1840s farm. Stroll through nature trails while searching for animal sculptures and visit the 1910 Swan House mansion. The center has special programming for families throughout the year.