Atlanta, the capital of Georgia State has plenty good number of attractions to check out on your visit to the city. If you have booked your flights tickets for the city from Hoodaki and are just counting days to go on your tour, take a look at the must see attractions in Atlanta, you must not miss visiting!
Georgia Aquarium
It is newest attraction of Atlanta and its claim to fame is that it is the largest aquarium in the world. Located downtown, Georgia Aquarium is a must see attraction of Atlanta that is situated in proximity of many other popular attractions. This largest aquarium in the world exhibits fish from different corners of the earth. The exciting aquarium features Cold Water Quest, Ocean Voyager, Tropical Diver, Georgia Explorer, Dolphin Tales and River Scout.
Atlanta Botanical Garden
The 30 acres of Botanical Gardens delight the visitors with its enchanting exhibits that have grown over more than 35 years. What will steal your heart away is one of the world’s largest permanent orchid displays here. Also spot rare and endangered plants from tropical rain forests and desert region. There are special exhibitions held throughout the year. This natural oasis of unsurpassed beauty boasts of exciting features such as soaring Canopy Walk, Edible Garden, Cascade Garden, Children’s Garden, Fuqua Orchid Centre and so on. Visit the beautiful gardens to admire its beauty, catch a chef demo in the outdoor kitchen or just walk along the verdant labyrinth and enjoy rose plantations and carnivorous specimens. Atlanta Botanical Gardens are one of the must see attractions in Atlanta that should rank high in your itinerary.
Centennial Olympic Park
This park created for 1996 Olympic Games is another must to see attractions in Atlanta that has been catching the attention of tourists from all corners. Centennial Olympic Park boasts of expansive greenery, rock gardens and artwork. The 500, 00 bricks that makes up its main walkaway were part of fund raising efforts for the games. Occasionally the park also plays host to music concerts. The ground level Olympic Rings periodically shoot streams of water through seven rings. The flags of the nations that have hosted Olympics in the past surround the fountains.
Zoo Atlanta
This excellent zoo enables the visitors to experience the Asian rainforests. It is one of the oldest Zoo in the country housing 1500 animals and is one of the top most places and must see attractions in Atlanta if you are visiting the city with family and kids. The zoo was constructed in the late 1800’s and had small pack of circus animals. The zoo was renovated in the 1980’s and is still in the expansion mode. Million dollars were spent on its expansion. The landscaping of the zoo is done in such a way that it replicates the natural habitat of more than 200 species of animals. Expect to spot here flamingo, elephants, exotic birds, lions, zebras, and endangered black Rhinos.
World of Coca Cola
Located right next to the Georgia Aquarium, the World of Coca Cola is a tribute to Coca Cola, the original drink from Atlanta that is loved by the entire world. World of Coca cola is a must visit attraction of Atlanta for all the coke lovers. Visit the place to learn about the history of the drink. Check out the memorabilia from all the years. And don’t miss out the most interesting part, the Tasting Room. The tasting room features more than 60 types of Coca-Cola products from around the world.
