Joan's Guidebook
My Favorite Local Places
Here a few of my favorite things to do and places to go nearby worth mentioning!
Love their seasonal activities check out their website.
https://www.southernbellefarm.com
39 locals recommend
Southern Belle Farm
1658 Turner Church RdLove their seasonal activities check out their website.
https://www.southernbellefarm.com
Sky Zone Trampoline Park
165 Mill RdClose to home, new water park opened in summer 2022.
49 locals recommend
Clayton Co. International Park
2300 Hwy 138 EClose to home, new water park opened in summer 2022.
Atlanta Motor Speedway
1500 Tara Pl
Tanger Outlets Locust Grove
1000 Tanger DrMy favorite Italian place right up the street. Try the Alfredo soup .. the fresh made bread will blow you away!
The Italian Oven
938 Eagles Landing PkwyMy favorite Italian place right up the street. Try the Alfredo soup .. the fresh made bread will blow you away!
Porsche Experience Center Atlanta
One Porsche DrOne word -Quaint! I love the small town feel, walkable and family friendly. Lots of great restaurants, and seasonal events.
McDonough Square
One word -Quaint! I love the small town feel, walkable and family friendly. Lots of great restaurants, and seasonal events.
Seasonal events make this place a fun place to visit for everyone. Check out their website for more details!
Yule Forest
3565 GA-155 NSeasonal events make this place a fun place to visit for everyone. Check out their website for more details!
Atlanta’s Best Family Friendly Destinations
Georgia Aquarium
225 Baker St NW
Six Flags White Water - Atlanta
250 Cobb Pkwy N
High Museum of Art
1280 Peachtree St NE
Zoo Atlanta
800 Cherokee Ave SE
Fernbank Museum of Natural History
767 Clifton Rd
Stone Mountain Park
1000 Robert E Lee Blvd
Atlanta Botanical Garden
The Prado NortheastFabulous market of shopping, eateries, located on the belt line. You can spend the whole day here!
1228 locals recommend
Ponce City Market
675 North Avenue NEFabulous market of shopping, eateries, located on the belt line. You can spend the whole day here!
Neighborhoods
Atlanta is a city with pockets or areas - all with there own vibes and communities if you will. Here are a few of my top areas I recommend to check out for whatever your into!
Little Five Points
Downtown Atlanta
Virginia Highland is a happening area with a vibrant bar and restaurant scene. On North Highland and Virginia avenues, young locals sip coffee and cocktails in quirky cafes and shop for organic tea and funky homeware. The landmark Plaza Theatre screens indie films. Green spaces include Orme Park, which runs along Clear Creek and has a playground, and the Atlanta Botanical Garden
This neighborhood is what I would describe as quiet luxury.
It’s right off the highway and only 30 min away right in the heart of city. It’s also on the BeltLine - what’s not to love! Here’s are a few of my favorites places to dine/drink✨
-Barcelona
- Delbar
-Little Spirit
-MF Sushi
185 locals recommend
Virginia-Highland
Virginia Highland is a happening area with a vibrant bar and restaurant scene. On North Highland and Virginia avenues, young locals sip coffee and cocktails in quirky cafes and shop for organic tea and funky homeware. The landmark Plaza Theatre screens indie films. Green spaces include Orme Park, which runs along Clear Creek and has a playground, and the Atlanta Botanical Garden
This neighborhood is what I would describe as quiet luxury.
It’s right off the highway and only 30 min away right in the heart of city. It’s also on the BeltLine - what’s not to love! Here’s are a few of my favorites places to dine/drink✨
-Barcelona
- Delbar
-Little Spirit
-MF Sushi
Traveler advice
Getting around
Renting a car is your best option!
I recommend renting a car to maximize your ability to get around during your stay, especially if you plan to travel to and from the city. Parking is always accessible and you’ll save money if you plan on doing a lot of activities vs ride sharing.