What tourist attractions are great for a family to see in Athens, Savannah, Atlanta, and Augusta, Georgia?

Question

We are looking for family sites in these many different areas when we visit Georgia. Can anyone offer insight for places like museum, aquariums, outdoor music and park areas or water parks, etc.?

Answer 1

Atlanta has a fantastic new aquarium, but beware when you buy the tickets - they are for a certain TIME of day, and if you arrive early you'll have to wait.....arrive late and you won't get in at all! Of course everyone loves Six Flags - and there's the Coca Cola Museum, and several other museums worth looking into while in Atlanta. You've GOTTA shop at IKEA - fabulous!

Augusta has a romantic riverwalk, and you can take a tour down the river on a boat. There's lots of shopping and places to eat, along with a few museums. We live near Augusta and enjoy going there immensely!

Enjoy!

Answer 2

atlanta...the high museum..they have things from the louvre in paris through the end of 2009, turner field - if there's a baseball game, the georgia aquarium, the coke museum, and don't forget to eat at the varsity near georgia tech, fat matt's bbq and krispy kreme doughnuts. turner broadcasting also has a tour but i think you have to sign up for it. also downtown is martin luther king's monument and centennial park where the 1996 olympics were held and the atlanta zoo. also in marietta, not that far from atlanta is whitewater water park and great adventures a small amusement park right outside its gates. there is also six flags of georgia. and up 85 is medieval times. here's a website to search for all of this. there are tons of parks all around georgia and lots of shopping too. there really are too many things to list.
http://www.georgia.gov/00/channel_title/0,2094,4802_4981,00.html and http://travel.yahoo.com/p-travelguide-6917484-georgia_things_to_do

Answer 3

Atlanta has alot of historic previous. that's truly helpful to evaluate taking a number of your holiday to the downtown section close to the Capital. they have each and every variety of museums. additionally, Atlanta is known for it extremely is Coca Cola Museum. it extremely is extraordinarily cool. in case you have young babies, they are going to like it there. there is likewise Underground, Stone Mountain, Six Flags, a Braves sport. probably the terrific is the recent Georgia Aquarium. It opened extraordinarily much a 12 months in the past and is the biggest interior the international. I went some months in the past and it grow to be spectacular!!! yet get there early because of the fact it gets crowded later interior the day. relish your holiday!!!

Answer 4

In Atlanta, you really ought to visit the Coca Cola plant. They have a wonderful cyclorama that is really old and you can try colas from around the world. The kids will love it.

Answer 5

My husband was stationed @ Ft Benning in GA, for a nice military eduation that would be a great stop. Thats where the Airborne and OCS schools are. It is also where the movie "We were soldiers" was filmed as well as "The Green Berets" w/John Wayne.go to https://www.infantry.army.mil/postguide/content/history.htm

Answer 6

You must go to the aquarium in Atlanta and also Zoo Atlanta.

Answer 7

TOURIST ATTRACTIONS IN ATHENS (GEORGIA)

Memorial Park - Featuring 90 acres of developed and undeveloped land, this beautiful park offers walking trails, a children's playground area, a zoo, wildlife trails, and much more for the whole family to enjoy.

State Botanical Garden of Georgia, The - Enter this serene 313 acre oasis through the three story glass and steel Visitors Center and Conservatory and explore walking trails for the study and enjoyment of the Georgia's indigenous flora, rose gardens, and other habitats.

Double-Barreled Cannon - Originally designed by John Gilleland of Athens and built at the local foundry in 1863, this one-of-a-kind Civil War cannon was designed to shoot two balls simultaneously with projectiles connected by an eight foot chain, intended to topple approaching infantrymen. The weapon failed and was preserved, instead of dismantled. The cannon has been featured by "Ripley's Believe It or Not."

Sandy Creek Nature Center - A 225 acre wildlife sanctuary and environmental education facility that features a diversity of habitats, providing homes for a wide variety of plant and animal species. Over four miles of natures trails are also on site.

Lucy Cobb Institute - Once considered one of the top girls' schools in the nation, this historic collection of buildings of this institute now serves as the central headquarters of the Carl Vinson Institute of Government.

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TOURIST ATTRACTIONS IN SAVANNAH

Bonaventure Cemetery - Even if it had not served as the most memorable setting in the 1994 novel, Midnight in the Garden of Good and Evil, this remarkable graveyard would still draw the curious. The moss-covered graves and monuments date back over two centuries, and mark the resting places of Confederate soldiers, generals, plantation owners and Savannah families of note. Don't come looking for the famous Bird Girl statue, however. This signature icon of Midnight Madness was relocated to the Telfair Museum when the heavy traffic of adoring fans began to disturb neighboring graves.

Juliette Gordon Low Birthplace - This stunning home is where the Juliette Low founded the Girl Scouts and held many early Girl Scout meetings and adult trainings. Dating to 1821, the house is an interesting blend of Regency architecture and Victorian-style additions. The tour includes a memorial to Julliette Gordon Low and a Girl Scouts museum. Visitors are advised to inquire to confirm operating hours.

Old Town Trolley Tours - A fun and comfortable way to see the Historic District in style, this reliable outfit operates tours of some of Savannah's most popular attractions. The trolley will pick you up at your hotel, with departures every half hour throughout the day. A wide variety of tour packages are offered, including a very popular “ghost” tour that highlights the city's history of other worldly encounters. Tours generally cost about USD22 for adults and USD9 for children under 12. Reservations are required.

Telfair Academy of Arts and Sciences (The) - The Telfair Museum, the south's oldest art museum, consists of the Telfair Academy and the Owens Thomas House. Located on the site of the old Government House, home to royal governors until the end of the Revolutionary War, The Telfair Mansion was built in 1818, and now houses the Telfair Academy. Frequent visiting exhibitions compliment a permanent collection of American and European painting and sculpture. A gift shop has the same hours as the museum. Guided tours are offered once daily. Admission: adults, USD8; children 6-12, USD1; free on Sunday.

University of Georgia Marine Education Center and Aquarium (The) - The UGA Marine Education Center serves as a resource for educators, students and the public on coastal Georgia marine ecosystems. Featuring exhibits on tidal creek, salt marsh, ocean environments and 14 tanks containing native species, the center is the only saltwater aquarium open to the public in Georgia. Kids can climb aboard a model shrimp boat that is part of an exhibit on the shrimp industry. Take a hike on two trails through forest and along the marsh. Admission: USD2 adults; USD1 children ages 3-12 and seniors; children under 3 free.

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TOURIST ATTRACTIONS IN ATLANTA


1) Centennial Olympic Park
Honoring the 1996 Olympics that were held in Atlanta, this expansive park offers a quiet oasis in the middle of bustling Downtown Atlanta, though the park can become a beehive of activity, as many special events and concerts are held here. For a fun, free way to entertain the kids, let them play in the fountains.

2) World of Coca-Cola
Another kid-friendly attraction in Atlanta, this musuem dedicated to the world's favorite beverage is interesting for the whole family. Learn a bit about the history of Coca-Cola, which was developed in Atlanta, then taste various formulas of the soda from all over the world in the tasting room.

3) The King Center
The King Center is educational and inspirational for the whole family, especially teenagers and other young people looking for guidance or a path in life. There are many interactive exhibits that illustrate the beloved community that Martin Luther King Jr. envisioned and how that dream can still become a reality.

4) Underground Atlanta
Some people think the Underground is a tourist trap, but the below street level shopping mall and entertainment facility is undergoing a makeover, which the city hopes will turn the Underground into a world-class entertainment district. In the meantime, this is the place to buy your Atlanta souvenirs. There are also festivals that go on during the spring and summer months.

5) CNN Center
Television news is something we take for granted, but it's interesting to get a "behind the scenes" peek at the frenzied world of television journalism with the CNN Studio tour. Pre-teens and teenagers can gain insight into the world of broadcast journalism, and decide if it is a career they are interested in pursuing. Reservations are highly recommended for the tour.

6) Atlanta Botanical Garden
The Atlanta Botanical Garden is a beautiful exhibit of nature's glory, right in the heart of the city. A walk through the garden is a great stress reliever. There are always special events going on, including unique flowers, summer concerts, romantic jazz nights, and children's activities.

7) Stone Mountain Park
One of Atlanta's most recognizable tourist attractions, this huge monument to the confederacy covers 25 million square feet and rises 825 feet above the surrounding area, carved with the likeness of three confederate heroes. There is plenty to see and do, including the ever-popular laser show, holiday events, hiking, boating, fishing, and souvenir shopping.

8) Margaret Mitchell House
For literary lovers and Gone With the Wind fans, this attraction can't be missed. The house where author Margaret Mitchell resided now houses memorabilia from the famed author's career, and also serves as a literary center for living Southern authors. Special author readings and creative writing courses are held at the center.

9) Cyclorama
This visual depiction of the Battle of Atlanta is a unique way to study Atlanta history. A film giving background on the battle is shown before entering the painting room, where visitors sit in the center, and slowly revolve to view the painting on the wall. There is also a Civil War museum tour that is included in the reasonable admission fee.

10) Turner Field
Turner Field is a state-of-the-art sports facility, and the Atlanta Braves have an interesting history, so the tour of Turner Field is a must for any baseball fan. Get a chance to see the press box, the clubhouse, the dugout, a luxury suite, and the broadcast booth. Don't miss the Braves Museum and Hall of Fame.'

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TOURIST ATTRACTIONS IN AUGUSTA


Warren Baptist Church - Sunday Morning Traditional Worship Service at 8:30 a.m., Sunday Morning Contemporary Worship Service at 9:40 a.m., Sunday Morning Blended Worship Service at 11:00 a.m., and Sunday Evening Worship Service at 6:30 p.m.

Phinizy Swamp Nature Park - Dont miss over 1,000 acres of pristine wetlands, swamps, nature trails, boardwalks, and observation decks to observe blue heron, otter, egret, and elusive alligator in their natural setting. Phinizy Swamp Nature Park is open week days noon to dusk and weekends dawn to dusk. Restroom facilities available. Visitor Center open Saturdays and Sundays from 9:00am to 5:00pm.

Magnolia Cemetery - This 60 acre cemetery is the resting place for more than 500 Confederate soldiers and seven generals, as well as notable people from the Civil War period.

Old Medical College of Georgia, The - Serving as the first medical school in Georgia until 1911 when the college moved to Harper Street, this college was designed in Greek Revival style by nationally known architect Charles B. Cluskey and is now used for group functions and events.

Sacred Heart Cultural Center - An architectural wonder, this building was constructed using 15 different brick designs, more than any other building in the entire world. The building features Romanesque Revival architectural style, twin spires, stained glass windows from Germany, and graceful arches and it served as a place of worship for Catholics for over 70 years. The building is open for tours and is a unique venue for cultural and social events. A gift shop is also on site that features works by regional artists and authors.

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Have a pleasant trip! =)