{"id":5135,"date":"2022-01-22T03:20:50","date_gmt":"2022-01-22T03:20:50","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/bestplacesto.travel\/?p=5135"},"modified":"2023-08-11T15:02:42","modified_gmt":"2023-08-11T15:02:42","slug":"15-tourist-attractions-in-atlanta","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/bestplacesto.travel\/15-tourist-attractions-in-atlanta\/","title":{"rendered":"15 Tourist Attractions in Atlanta"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"500\" height=\"334\" src=\"https:\/\/bestplacesto.travel\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/Atlanta.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-12925\" srcset=\"https:\/\/bestplacesto.travel\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/Atlanta.jpg 500w, https:\/\/bestplacesto.travel\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/Atlanta-300x200.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 500px) 100vw, 500px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>The state capital of Georgia, Atlanta plays an important role in the Civil War and the Civil Rights Movement. Its history is well documented at the Atlanta History Center. The Martin Luther King Jr. National Historic Site pays tribute to the life of the African-American leader. The city is also home to the massive Georgia Aquarium and Centennial Olympic Park, the sprawling area created for the 1996 Summer Olympics. Visitors can also spend time on the waterfront at one of the city&#8217;s many parks.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Another attraction that Atlanta offers is a zoo. The zoo is one of only four in the United States that has giant pandas. It was once a struggling enterprise, but has since become a must-see attraction for any family. You can see gorillas in the Ford African Rain Forest. During your visit to Atlanta, don&#8217;t forget to visit the Fox Theatre. Prince&#8217;s last performance at the Fox Theatre will live in infamy.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The Fox Theatre is another popular spot in Atlanta. Here you can take a tour of the building where the late singer, Prince, performed his last performance. If you are visiting the city on a business trip, you should take advantage of the hour-long tours of the zoo, which are offered on Mondays, Thursdays and Saturdays. While there, you should also pay a visit to Zoo Atlanta, one of only four zoos in the United States with giant pandas. You can also check out the apes and gorillas in the Ford African Rain Forest.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you are a history buff, you can&#8217;t miss the High Museum of Art, located on Peachtree Street. This museum contains over 15,000 pieces of art in its permanent collection. You can also view thousands of works of art during rotating exhibits. The High is also a great place to take the kids for a monthly family art event. If you want to take in a great art museum, you can&#8217;t go wrong with the High Museum of the Arts.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Known for its rich history, Atlanta is the city&#8217;s capital. Its skyline has three distinct peaks, which make the city very attractive to photographers. Moreover, it has a thriving nightlife and shopping districts, which make it a prime destination for tourists. It&#8217;s hard to resist the charm of Atlanta when it&#8217;s hot. Just make sure you don&#8217;t miss the chance to take advantage of the diverse cultural and social scene in the metropolis.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The city is rich in history, so there&#8217;s no need to worry about visiting the past. The Georgia State Capitol is located in Atlanta. Its downtown is a beautiful city, and the Georgia National Archives can be found at the National Archives. The Smithsonian Affiliate Program is a must-see for history buffs. In Atlanta, there are three distinct skylines. The city&#8217;s civil rights movement was born here and is now home to the world&#8217;s largest headquarters.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>The state capital of Georgia, Atlanta plays an important role in the Civil War and the Civil Rights Movement. 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