Reigning Reptiles

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.

Head out for a romantic breakfast, brunch, lunch dinner or midnight snack at the R. Thomas Deluxe Grill. The 24 hour grill has become one of Atlanta's premier dining destinations, advertising a broad selection on the menu with a California-style flair. We recommend favorites like the Portabella Melt or Curry Coconut Seafood Linguine, and finishing off with dessert like Turtle Dove Cheesecake - yum!

Pack a family picnic for a day at Piedmont Park. This Midtown Atlanta destination offers plenty of activities for a family day spent outdoors, including basketball, swimming, fishing, tennis, a playground and more. Special features of Piedmont Park are the Six Springs Wetlands, and Legacy Fountains. The park is also situated near other Atlanta attractions like the Botanical Gardens.