Ever-evolving Atlanta shifts and expands with diverse communities and new growth. It’s a city rooted in history—it played a key role during the Civil Rights Movement, and is a hip-hop hub—yet always at the forefront of change. Home to a flourishing film industry and exciting art and dining scenes, previously under-the-radar neighborhoods are now destination-worthy, with plenty of mainstays in between. Whether you’re passing through on your way to Hartsfield-Jackson airport or spending some time in the Big Peach, here are 18 things you must do when you visit Atlanta.
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Every review on this list has been written by a Condé Nast Traveler journalist who knows the destination and has visited that activity. When choosing things to do, our editors consider landmarks and experiences that offer an insider’s view of a destination, keeping authenticity, location, service, and sustainability credentials top of mind. This gallery has been updated with new information since its original publish date.
