Although Atlanta is not known as being one of the top tourist destinations in the USA, lagging behind places like Los Angeles, New York, Miami, and Orlando, there are still hundreds of great Atlanta attractions to see that mean that any tourists visiting the city will have plenty to see and do during their stay.

One of the most popular historic attractions in Atlanta is the famous Martin Luther King Jr Historic area. This region of the city includes the Baptist chapel where the civil rights leader preached and many of the other important places in his life including the motel where he was staying when he was assassinated.

For an offbeat afternoon, why not visit the world of Coca Cola? This unique attraction in the heart of the city includes a comprehensive exhibition of the history of the Coca Cola Company, which is based in the city. The exhibition includes plenty of history and information as well as giving visitors a chance to get a sample of the drink.

If you prefer to leave the city behind, then one of the best attractions in the area is the Six Flags theme park just outside the city. With plenty of white knuckle rides to choose from, and roller coaster rides that are very exciting and great fun for kids.

Centennial Park in the centre of Atlanta is one of the oldest and most popular of all the Atlanta attractions, especially on a hot day. When you want to get away from the bustle of the city streets, then this area, with its many small areas to relax in, coupled with the famous diorama and the historic trains is a great place to spend your day.

One of the main attractions for many visitors to Atlanta is the shopping, in the heart of the city the main shopping areas offer a chance to flash the cash and pick up a few different bargains at well known designer boutiques and department stores such as Bloomingdale’s and Saks Fifth Avenue. If you have hired a car in Atlanta, then it is a great idea to head out into the suburbs where there are long strip malls where you can find the big discount stores, and save up to 50% on the prices that you would pay elsewhere.