The city’s central hub is home to world-class attractions and beautiful green spaces. No visit to downtown Atlanta is complete with a trip to Centennial Olympic Park. The 22-acre green space was the world’s gathering place during the 1996 Centennial Olympic Games and is now a year-round destination. If you’d rather beat the heat, head inside to explore the iconic Georgia Aquarium or learn about the city’s most famous beverage at the World of Coca-Cola museum.

A vibrant urban district, Midtown is full of arts, culture, and entertainment, combining museums and attractions with great shopping and dining. Atlanta’s largest city park, Piedmont Park features bike trails, jogging paths, playgrounds, recreation fields, and more. The Atlanta Botanical Garden features 30 acres of themed gardens including a rose garden, edible garden, and a Japanese garden. Plus, with rotating exhibits throughout the year you’re bound to see something unique. Head inside to the High Museum of Art, the leading art museum in the Southeast with more than 15,000 pieces of art. If performance art is more up your alley, head to the Fox Theater for a Broadway play, concert, comedy show, or ballet.

Just north of Midtown sits Buckhead. Known for its shopping, entertainment, and delicious dining options Buckhead has a little bit of everything. The Buckhead Village District is a shopper’s dream. The walkable eight-block complex features high-end shopping from brands like Dior, Hermes, and Christian Louboutin paired with eclectic dining options. Learn a bit about Atlanta’s rich history at the Atlanta History Center. Located amongst historic buildings, including Atlanta’s oldest farmhouse, the Atlanta History Center features exhibits on the 1996 Olympics, Atlanta’s railroad history, the Civil War, and Native American history in Georgia.

A historic neighborhood, the Old Fourth Ward is the birthplace of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Explore the Civil Rights leader’s life at the Martin Luther King Jr. National Historic Park. The 35-acre site includes Dr. King’s birth home and the original Ebenezer Baptist Church. Explore the Atlanta BeltLine, a former railway corridor that has been repurposed for multi-use trails making for a great way to enjoy an urban hike. With all of that exploring, you’re bound to work up an appetite. Check out THE ROOF at Ponce City Market for gorgeous city views and delectable eats.

With an eclectic, Bohemian spirit, Little Five Points boasts street art, vintage stores, and the perfect spot for people watching. Fans of live music will want to check out the lineup at the Variety Playhouse to see which acts are coming through. Grab a bite at the iconic Vortex, known for its burgers and a large selection of indulgent bar food. Or, take a stroll popping into independent bookstores and vintage apparel shops.