It was my first visit to the city and I was overjoyed to explore a place I haven't been before. Discover Atlanta provided me a CityPASS that promised three things: I would see the most famous attractions, get an amazing discount and I would skip the entrance lines. Sounded great to me!

 

Atlanta is very walkable and many attractions are close to each other. The public transportation is great because it brings you quickly and easily to most places... If you spend more time in the area, you could look for an RV rental in Atlanta.

 

Without further ado, here is my perfect Atlanta travel guide for you! You can do this itinerary easily within 3 days. Enjoy!

 

 

I'm not the biggest fan of sweet sodas, however visiting the World of Coca Cola was pretty impressive. The museum in Atlanta showcases the history of the Coca-Cola company in a quite entertaining way. There is a 4D cinema, multiple exhibits, a pop culture gallery, and loads of other attractions.

 

One of the highlights is to try more than 100 different coca cola beverages, from all around the world. They all have one thing in common: very sweet.

 

 

Don't miss this: The CNN Studio Tour, It gives you an exciting glimpse behind the scenes of the global headquarters of CNN. There are several studios, news rooms, restaurants and stores are located within this gigantic building.

 

Impressive: The informative tour starts with the longest escalator in the world

 

 

The Georgia Aquarium in Atlanta is the second largest aquarium in the world and the biggest in the United States. It houses over 500 species, such as whale sharks, dolphins, penguins, beluga whales, manta rays, turtles and many more. If you're brave, dive with the whale sharks!

 

On a side note, I was having a bit of a personal struggle promoting this place as I do not support animals in captivity. However, from a different perspective, aquariums for good for education and research. The aquarium is involved in several research initiatives, monitoring the health of the animals.

 

 

The Botanical Garden in Atlanta is a 30 acres of lush green garden with several exhibits and beautiful flowers that are waiting to be explored. A great place to relax, perfect for an afternoon stroll. In case you get hungry, there is an excellent restaurant called Lintons Cafe, located inside the garden.

 

 

The History Museum was founded in 1926 and consists several exhibitions about Atlanta's past. You can easily spend an entire day there exploring over 6000 memorabilia from the Olympic games, such as uniforms, victory medals, etc. There is even an original running track.

 

My highlight was the historic Swan House which was recently featured in the Hunger Games. The building is one of the most photographed landmarks of Atlanta, the elegant mansion is stunningly beautiful, inside and outside. A tour combining both of these places can be booked here.

 

 

Buckhead is an upscale neighborhood with ultra chic boutiques, cool cafés and fancy restaurants. Take a walk in its beautiful tree lined side streets which are often referred to as the "Beverly Hills of the East".

 

If you're into high-end retailers, you will completely lose yourself in Buckhead. You can find some of the world's best fashion brands including La Perla, Jimmy Choo, Helmut Lang, Louis Vuitton and Hermés.

 

 

Take a hike in the largest piece of exposed granite in the world. The Stone Mountain Theme Park is located on more than 3,000 acres and features interactive family friendly attractions, panoramic views of the city, plus natural and historical sights. Don't miss the spectacular laser show, projected on the mountain.

 

 

The Jackson Street Bridge is one of the best places to get a fantastic photo of Atlanta's gorgeous downtown skyline. Bring your camera and tripod and capture the scenic views of the city.

 

This spot is quite popular among photographers so if it gets too busy at sunset I suggest getting up early and catching a picture before sunrise.

 

 

I stayed 3 nights at the grand Marriott Marquis Hotel in Atlanta. Located in the heart of downtown, the hotel is within a short walking distance to many major attractions including the World of Coca Cola, Georgia Aquarium and the headquarters of CNN.

 

The hotel itself is gigantic with over 1500 rooms spread on 48 floors. The ride with the glass elevator is quite impressive. The hotel features several in-house restaurants, bars and cafés (there is a Starbucks inside), plus a variety of great amenities including a swimming pool, jacuzzi and a fitness centre.

 

The pictures above and below are taken from my room on the 27th floor. Ask at the reception for a room on the higher floors to enjoy some panoramic city views.

 

  

I hope this little travel guide gave you some ideas for your trip to Atlanta! If you have more time, check out TripAdvisor's List of Top Things To Do, plenty of great ideas on how to have a good time in Atlanta. I wish you happy travels!

 

Have you been to Atlanta? What did I miss?

 

 

This trip was made possible by Qatar Airways and Discover Atlanta. All opinions are, as always, my own.

 

 

Travel Tips United States

 

Are you ready to travel to the US and around? Here are some quick booking links and resources that I use myself for travel planning. These websites will help you to get started with your US itinerary!

 

 

Cheap Flights to the US

 

Skyscanner is my favorite search engine for finding cheap flights to the United States, from anywhere in the world. I always start my flight search here! 

 

 

Transportation and Getting around within the US

 

Buses and trains: Busbud is one of the most reliable websites in when it comes to booking buses, and railway. Get an instant seat confirmation and start your overland travel worry-free.

 

Renting a car: Discovercars is one of the most trustworthy websites for online car rental bookings; they compare car rental deals from many companies so that you can choose which is best for your trip.

 

 

Find a Place to Stay in the US

 
Hostels, hotels and resorts: Booking.com is excellent if you're looking for hotels from budget to luxury! It's one of the largest hotel booking websites in the world. Plenty of options to book now and pay later, or even pay at the hotel. Risk-free booking, many with free cancellation. My other go to is Agoda. 

 

Homestays and Housesits: For a more authentic and local experience I recommend Homestay.com, a website where you can find places to stay with locals for such a great price. Personally, I'm obsessed with Trusted Housesitters, where you get to stay completely for free in exchange for pet care. Find out more in my article on How to Become a House Sitter and Never Pay for Accommodation.

 

 

Fun Tours and Activities in the US

 

Get your Guide has plenty of fun activities in the United States, such as hiking tours and city sightseeing trips. There is plenty of choices to keep yourself entertained!

 

Klook is similar than the one above, but offers additional options such as airport transfers, SIM cards, and food & dining experiences. It' a great way to meet other travelers while exploring a new place!

 

 

eSIM - Stay connected with Internet

 

Get an eSIM before you go and have Internet available from the second you arrive! I highly recommend Roamless or JetPac -  they're both highly ranked, inexpensive and reliable. 

 

 

Travel Insurance 

 

Never go adventuring without travel insurance! I recommend Genki or SafetyWing - they're both very affordable and will cover you in an emergency. 

 

 

Do I need a Visa for the United States?

 

You can check on iVisa whether you need a visa and how long you are permitted to stay.

 

 

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