Things To Do in Atlanta, GA
Atlanta History Center
Explore the history of the city at the Atlanta History Center. The museum features rotating and traveling exhibits, and houses six permanent exhibits that showcase relevant points in Atlanta history. Events and time periods spotlighted include the city's expansion from a rural area to a metropolis, the Civil Rights Movement in the city, and the city during the Civil War. The Atlanta History Center boasts one of the largest collections of Civil War artifacts in the world. This museum and attraction also has historic homes and gardens on its grounds, and has been teaching the public about Atlanta's history since 1926.
State Farm Arena
Get in the game at the Philips Arena and watch the NBA's Atlanta Hawks or the WNBA's Atlanta Dream dominate the basketball court. If you're not a sports fan, keep your eye on the concert schedule and catch performers like Rod Stewart, Britney Spears, John Legend, Bon Jovi, Bob Seger, and Tom Petty take the stage.
The Highlander
Head to an Atlanta nightlife favorite, and party at The Highlander. Since 1992, this bar has been a Midtown staple on the party scene. A full bar, live music, and a game room featuring air hockey, pool tables, pinball, and video games are all available here. The Highlander offers a casual environment and late night hours, often staying open until 3 - so plan to stay up late!
