Atlanta travel guide

About Atlanta

Atlanta is the capital and most populous city of the U.S. state of Georgia. It is the county seat of Fulton County and extends into neighboring DeKalb County. With a population of 498,715 at the 2020 census and an estimated 529,110 in 2025, Atlanta is the eighth-most populous city in the Southeast and the 36th-most populous city in the United States. Atlanta is classified as a Beta+ global city. The Atlanta metropolitan area has an estimated population of over 6.4 million and is the sixth-largest metropolitan area in the United States. Situated among the foothills of the Appalachian Mountains at an elevation of just over 1,000 feet (300 m) above sea level, Atlanta features a unique topography that includes rolling hills, lush greenery, and the densest urban tree coverage of any major city in the United States.

Cheap flights to Atlanta

The lowest round-trip fare found by Destina Holidays travellers in the last 30 days was $555 from London, travelling 22 Nov – 29 Nov. These are the cheapest fares from the most searched cities.

• LON London to Atlanta22 Nov – 29 Nov · ATL from$555
• DUB Dublin to Atlanta16 Apr – 24 Apr · ATL from$1,061
• EDI Edinburgh to Atlanta4 Nov – 13 Nov · ATL from$785
• CPH Copenhagen to Atlanta3 Dec – 7 Dec · ATL from$767
• MAN Manchester to Atlanta23 Nov – 15 Dec · ATL from$776
• PRG Prague to Atlanta22 Oct – 7 Nov · ATL from$1,261
• HEL Helsinki to Atlanta28 Oct – 16 Nov · ATL from$1,130
• GLA Glasgow to Atlanta20 Nov – 29 Nov · ATL from$1,448

Cheapest month to fly

Airlines travellers compared most often: Finnair, Aer Lingus, Air Canada.

Prices are per adult in US dollars, taken from searches between 20 Sep and 20 Oct 2026. Fares change often, so search your dates for live prices.

Places to visit in Atlanta

1. 

   Martin Luther King Jr. National Historical Park

   Historic

   Includes King's birth home, the Ebenezer Baptist Church where he preached, and his tomb at The King Center, telling the story of his life and the civil rights movement.

2. 

   Georgia Aquarium

   Museum

   One of the largest aquariums in the world, famous for whale sharks and manta rays in an enormous ocean tank, plus beluga whales, sea otters, penguins and dolphin presentations.

3. Centennial Olympic Park

   Park

   Built for the 1996 Summer Olympics, this downtown park with interactive fountains and open lawns sits beside the Georgia Aquarium, World of Coca-Cola and the College Football Hall of Fame.

4. 

   World of Coca-Cola

   Museum

   A museum about the brand in its hometown, with the vault said to hold its secret formula, vintage advertising, a bottling line and a room for tasting drinks from around the world.

5. 

   Piedmont Park

   Park · 2 mi from centre

   Atlanta's main green space in Midtown, with skyline views across Lake Clara Meer, walking and cycling paths, dog parks and frequent festivals; it borders the Atlanta Botanical Garden.

6. 

   Atlanta BeltLine

   Neighborhood

   A former rail corridor turned walking and cycling path; the busy Eastside Trail links neighborhoods, street art, and the Ponce City Market and Krog Street Market food halls.

7. 

   High Museum of Art

   Museum · 2 mi from centre

   The leading art museum in the Southeast, set in a striking white Richard Meier building in Midtown, with American, European, African, folk and self-taught art collections and major touring exhibitions.

8. 

   Atlanta Botanical Garden

   Park · 3 mi from centre

   Next to Piedmont Park, it features an orchid conservatory, a canopy walk through the treetops, and elaborate seasonal plant sculptures and holiday light displays that draw big crowds.

Things to do in Atlanta by type

21 tours, tickets and experiences across 7 categories. Pick a type to see what is available for your dates.

• City tours 9 experiences Atlanta Highlights Express: 1.5-Hour Scenic Trolley Adventure
• Tickets & Attraction Passes 4 experiences Atlanta Braves' Truist Park Guided Tour
• Shows, sports and special events 3 experiences Major League Baseball: Atlanta Braves at Truist Park - Ticket
• Outdoor activities & Adventure 3 experiences Conspiracy in Atlanta: The President's Secret Society - City Exploration Game!
• Travel Services 2 experiences Travel Internet Hubby eSIM - USA
• Gastronomy & nightlife 2 experiences Hard Rock Cafe Atlanta
• Zoo, Aquarium & Nature 2 experiences Georgia Aquarium: Fast Track Ticket

Top experiences in Atlanta

Tours, tickets and experiences you can book with Destina Holidays, from 21 available.

Gastronomy & nightlife

Hard Rock Cafe Atlanta

• 1 day
• Free cancellation

From $36 per adult

Tickets & Attraction Passes

Atlanta CityPASS® - Access to 5 Attractions

• 1 day
• Free cancellation

From $102 per adult

City tours

Travel Curious: Welcome to Atlanta - Private Tour with Skyview Ferris Wheel Ticket

• 2.5 hours

From $334 per adult

Travel Services

eSIM - SmartSIM USA eSIM

• 1 day
• Free cancellation

From $10 per adult

Shows, sports and special events

NBA Game: Atlanta Hawks at State Farm Arena - Ticket

• 3 hours

From $194 per adult

Gastronomy & nightlife

Secret Food Tours Atlanta

• 1 day
• Free cancellation

From $96 per adult

City tours

Atlanta Highlights: Electric Car Sightseeing Adventure

• 1.5 hours
• Free cancellation

From $35 per adult

City tours

Explore Midtown Atlanta: Scenic Segway Tour of the City’s Heart

• 2.5 hours
• Free cancellation

From $52 per adult

City tours

Atlanta Highlights Express: 1.5-Hour Scenic Trolley Adventure

• 1.5 hours
• Free cancellation

From $32 per adult

Tickets & Attraction Passes

World of Coca-Cola - General Admission Ticket

• 1 day
• Free cancellation

From $24 per adult

Zoo, Aquarium & Nature

Zoo Atlanta - Ticket

• 1 day
• Free cancellation

From $34 per adult

City tours

Atlanta: Martin Luther King Jr Historic District Walking Tour

• 2.5 hours
• Free cancellation

From $37 per adult

Where to stay in Atlanta

Popular hotels in Atlanta, out of 803 properties you can book.

Hotel Clermont

• Downtown

From $137 per night

Inn at the Peachtrees, Ascend Hotel Collection

• Downtown

From $159 per night

Ellis Hotel, Atlanta, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel

• Downtown

From $154 per night

The Connally Hotel Downtown Atlanta

• Downtown

From $98 per night

Hilton Garden Inn Atlanta Airport Millennium Cente

• Airport Area

From $90 per night

Embassy Suites by Hilton Atlanta Buckhead

• Buckhead

From $129 per night

Hampton Inn Atlanta-Buckhead

• Buckhead

From $96 per night

Sheraton Suites Galleria

• Galleria/Vinnings

From $143 per night

The Georgian Terrace Hotel

• Midtown

From $146 per night

Wyndham Atlanta Buckhead Hotel & Conference Center

• Buckhead

From $111 per night

Fairfield Inn & Suites By Marriott Atlanta Airpt S

• Airport Area
• 6.03 reviews

From $104 per night

Home2 Suites by Hilton Atlanta Perimeter Center

• Downtown

From $108 per night

Best time to visit Atlanta

Based on recent weather records, the most comfortable time to visit Atlanta is October, when average daytime highs are around 73°F and rain falls on about 4 days a month.

Average daily low and high temperatures and days with at least 1 mm of rain, from recent weather records. Highlighted months are the most comfortable for sightseeing.

Atlanta weather forecast

• Wed 21 Oct 74° 47° 0%
• Thu 22 Oct 77° 57° 0%
• Fri 23 Oct 75° 57° 0%
• Sat 24 Oct 71° 54° 0%
• Sun 25 Oct 72° 52° 0%
• Mon 26 Oct 73° 53° 0%

Know before you go

Currency

United States dollar (USD)

Language

English

Calling code

+1

Driving

On the right

Time zone

America/New_YorkUTC−4

Capital

Washington, D.C.

Upcoming public holidays in United States

• Wed 11 NovVeterans Day
• Thu 26 NovThanksgiving Day
• Fri 25 DecChristmas Day
• Fri 1 JanNew Year's Day
• Mon 18 JanMartin Luther King, Jr. Day
• Mon 15 FebPresidents DayWashington's Birthday

Banks, offices and some attractions may close on public holidays, and flights and hotels often fill up early around them.

Getting to Atlanta

These are the airports closest to central Atlanta. Compare fares into each one, as a slightly longer transfer can sometimes mean a much cheaper flight.

• FTY Fulton County Airport8 mi (13 km) from the city centre
• ATL Hartsfield–Jackson Atlanta International Airport8 mi (14 km) from the city centre

Getting around Atlanta

Although most locals rely on their cars for day-to-day transportation, walking and public transit are well suited for visitors. The major downtown neighborhoods are quite walkable, and many attractions are easily accessible from public transit.

By foot

Visitors will find today's Atlanta very walkable, with many improvements made in the last decade. Most of the in-town neighborhoods are individually easy to walk around, with dense collections of bars, restaurants, and shops.

By transit

Atlanta is served by MARTA (Metropolitan Atlanta Rapid Transit Authority), ☏ +1 404-848-4711, which operates subway and bus networks in the city of Atlanta and the counties of Fulton and Dekalb. Locals just say "MARTA"; referring to it as "the MARTA" will mark you as an out-of-towner.

Rail (Subway)

The subway network consists of four lines: Red, Gold, Blue, and Green. The Red and Gold lines run north-south, while the Blue and Green lines run east-west, forming a cross with Five Points Station in the center as the only connection point between the Red-Gold and Blue-Green lines.

Atlanta travel FAQ