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  • Stepping Back in Time at the Atlanta History Center: A re-created farm (with original buildings from the 1840s) shows how rural Southern folks really lived before the Civil War, and the beautifully restored 1928 Swan House, an estate on the property, gives a fascinating glimpse into the lifestyle enjoyed by upper-crust Atlantans in the early 20th century. Kids will love the hands-on discovery areas at the history museum. Explore the walking trails after you take in the exhibits. It all adds up to great look at the rich tapestry of Atlanta's past and present.
  • Frolicking in the Fountain: The biggest attraction at Centennial Olympic Park is the Fountain of Rings, where young and old can get delightfully soaked on warm days. The fountain is a simple but ingenious design on the plaza floor, consisting of 251 water jets in the shape of the five Olympic rings. Take a deep breath and zip in and around the 12-foot water bursts, or just sit and watch the timed light-and-sound-effects show, when the water bursts 35 feet into the air.
  • Touring the CNN Studios: The network that started round-the-clock television news lets you take a peek behind the scenes to see how it's all done. You can even have a videotape made of yourself reading the day's top stories from behind a CNN anchor desk.
  • Time-Traveling at Fernbank Museum of Natural History: Check out the 45-foot-long model of a Giganotosaurus, then travel back 15 billion years and experience the Big Bang that jump-started the formation of the universe. The museum's stunning architecture is notable. IMAX films are shown here, too.
  • Discovering the Fox Theatre: This Moorish-Egyptian palace exemplifies the glamorous movie-theater architecture of the 1920s, complete with onion domes, minarets, and a twinkling starlit sky over the auditorium.
  • Marveling at the Creatures in the Georgia Aquarium: Even if you have only a day or two to spend in the city, this is a must-see. The Georgia Aquarium, the largest in the country, continues to draw mind-boggling numbers of visitors every day. The highlights include giant whale sharks and unforgettable exhibits in five major categories, from river life to sea life from foreign waters around the planet. A 4-D movie, numerous opportunities for dining and shopping, and amazing play spaces for the little ones provide a full day of fun at this hot spot. Plan to order advance tickets online, as huge crowds continue to converge on this attraction.

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Atlanta, GA 30309 Map

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Centennial Olympic Park

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At Cennential Olympic Park Dr
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Atlanta, Georgia

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Margaret Mitchell Exhibit

At the corner of Carnegie and Forsyth Sts.
1 Margaret Mitchell Sq.
Atlanta, Georgia 30303

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Bellogique Salon & Spa

670 10th Street Northwest
Atlanta, Georgia 30318

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Airports

Major Airports near Atlanta

Distance (mi.)
Birmingham International Airport 136.6 map Flight Deals to BHM
Charlotte Douglas Airport 221.6 map Flight Deals to CLT
Hartfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport 7.3 map Flight Deals to ATL

Other Smaller Airports near Atlanta

Distance (mi.)
Albany Dougherty County Airport 153.7 map
Asheville Regional/Hendersonville Airport 157.2 map
Augusta Bush Field 142.0 map

Flight Deals to Atlanta

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West Palm Beach (PBI) to Atlanta (ATL) $136
Miami (MIA) to Atlanta (ATL) $136
Fort Lauderdale (FLL) to Atlanta (ATL) $136
Raleigh/Durham (RDU) to Atlanta (ATL) $176
Orlando (ORL) to Atlanta (ATL) $177

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