Zoo Atlanta is now selling timed tickets -- essentially, you make a reservation for the time you enter the zoo. In this way, the zoo can manage capacity. Zoo hours will be 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. The zoo is estimating the average visitor will … [Read more...] about How to save money at Zoo Atlanta — all the deals and discounts!
Attractions & Museums
See the Obama portraits at the High Museum of Art in Atlanta — including special free days
The official portraits of former President Barack Obama and First Lady Michelle Obama will be on display at the High Museum from January 14th through March 13th, 2022. We're lucky to have them here in Atlanta, as only five cities are included in … [Read more...] about See the Obama portraits at the High Museum of Art in Atlanta — including special free days
Visit the APEX Museum in the Sweet Auburn district of downtown Atlanta
APEX is an acronym for African-American Panoramic Experience. The mission of the APEX Museum is to accurately interpret and present history from an African-American perspective. Permanent exhibits include Sweet Auburn, Women in STEM, The Georgia … [Read more...] about Visit the APEX Museum in the Sweet Auburn district of downtown Atlanta
LAST CALL to save up to 30% on tickets to the Illuminarium in Atlanta
The world's first Illuminarium -- featuring a new kind of immersive experience -- opened in Atlanta on July 1, 2021. The first exhibit there is WILD: A Safari Experience, and tickets are on sale now (see ticket info below). If you haven't … [Read more...] about LAST CALL to save up to 30% on tickets to the Illuminarium in Atlanta
Thrills and chills at The Village — a NEW outdoor haunted attraction
What’s better than a haunted house for fall fun? A whole haunted village, that's what! The Village is a brand new attraction, taking place on the grounds of the Georgia Renaissance Festival. This is an immersive, outdoor experience that … [Read more...] about Thrills and chills at The Village — a NEW outdoor haunted attraction
Save up to 60% on an overnight stay at Great Wolf Lodge — dates through December
If you’d like to make your kids very happy, you could take them to Great Wolf Lodge, which features an indoor water park, with comfortably heated water. An offer from Groupon lets you choose from a number of different types of rooms and suites, with … [Read more...] about Save up to 60% on an overnight stay at Great Wolf Lodge — dates through December
FREE walking tour of Stephen Martin Cemetery in Dunwoody (kid-friendly, not scary!)
The Dunwoody Preservation Trust is hosting a FREE tour of Stephen Martin Cemetery. This is a history and storytelling tour, featuring tales of the people who are buried there -- it is not a scary Halloween tour. It is appropriate for families and … [Read more...] about FREE walking tour of Stephen Martin Cemetery in Dunwoody (kid-friendly, not scary!)
Atlanta Botanical Garden: admission deals and discounts
The Atlanta Botanical Garden reopened to the public last May. There are safety measures in place, and a new system of ticketing with specific entry times. All members who joined or renewed before May 2020 will automatically receive two additional … [Read more...] about Atlanta Botanical Garden: admission deals and discounts
EXTENDED: Don’t Miss The FRIENDS Experience — it’s “The One in Atlanta” and it’s a ton of fun
Maybe you've heard of The FRIENDS Experience. Now you don't have to travel to NYC, because "The One in Atlanta" will have a limited run at the Perimeter Pointe shopping plaza -- just extended thru September 26th. We attended a media preview of the … [Read more...] about EXTENDED: Don’t Miss The FRIENDS Experience — it’s “The One in Atlanta” and it’s a ton of fun
LAST CALL for Jurassic Quest discounts at the Gwinnett County Fairgrounds this weekend
Jurassic Quest Drive-Thru is happening this month at the Gwinnett County Fairgrounds -- and we have some discounts for you! The family-friendly drive-thru event opens on Friday, August 13th and runs through Sunday, August 22nd. The adventure is … [Read more...] about LAST CALL for Jurassic Quest discounts at the Gwinnett County Fairgrounds this weekend
LAST CALL: Friday is your last chance for a FREE tour of the historic Dekalb Courthouse on the Decatur Square
Take a FREE behind-the-scenes tour of the historic Dekalb County Courthouse, which sits majestically on the Decatur Square. These tours normally have a $10 fee -- but the tour docents are in training this month, and June is their practice … [Read more...] about LAST CALL: Friday is your last chance for a FREE tour of the historic Dekalb Courthouse on the Decatur Square
LAST CALL for Dinosaur Drive-Thru, featuring animatronic creatures at White Water
Dinosaur Drive-Thru is happening now at Six Flags White Water -- and we have some discount codes for you! The family-friendly drive-thru event opens on Thursday, March 11 and runs through March 28th. The adventure is a 45-minute driving tour … [Read more...] about LAST CALL for Dinosaur Drive-Thru, featuring animatronic creatures at White Water
MODA: Museum of Design Atlanta
On the second Sunday of most months, you can get FREE admission to MODA, the Museum of Design Atlanta. The event was previously known as Family Free Day, but has been rechristened as Design Club Day. While admission and special programming are free, … [Read more...] about MODA: Museum of Design Atlanta
How to view the conjunction of Jupiter and Saturn that some are calling “the Christmas star”
Here's how to view the Christmas star -- the Great Conjunction of Jupiter & Saturn -- from locations around metro Atlanta and other places in Georgia. UPDATED on 12/22/2020 -- If you missed the conjunction at its peak on Dec. 21st, … [Read more...] about How to view the conjunction of Jupiter and Saturn that some are calling “the Christmas star”
CANCELED: The Haunted Highway, drive-thru spooktacular event at North Dekalb Mall
UPDATED on 10/15/2020 The Haunted Highway has been canceled. Organizers have posted a statement on the website. It says they underestimated the risks of keeping everyone safe. It says refunds will be automatically issued back to your original … [Read more...] about CANCELED: The Haunted Highway, drive-thru spooktacular event at North Dekalb Mall
August in Atlanta: Top things to do this month
August is here, along with its characteristic sizzling days and sultry nights. It's been an odd summer, and that's not going to change this month. The 2020 Summer Shade Festival in Grant Park is officially canceled (along with many other annual … [Read more...] about August in Atlanta: Top things to do this month
June in Atlanta: top things to do this month
June is another great month in Atlanta, despite the rising heat. School is out and summer is here. This year is a bit different, because spring was essentially canceled. But outdoor venues and attractions are beginning to re-open, with a few … [Read more...] about June in Atlanta: top things to do this month
How to watch the summer solstice live-stream from Stonehenge in the UK
Watch the summer solstice LIVE from Stonehenge this year, without leaving Atlanta! The prehistoric site is currently closed to the public, but will offer live coverage of sunset and sunrise on its social media channels. Stonehenge is an ancient, … [Read more...] about How to watch the summer solstice live-stream from Stonehenge in the UK
Local history centers are collecting stories and items from the pandemic — how to contribute
Like it or not, we are living through history right now. It has been over a hundred years since the world experienced a pandemic of this magnitude. Both the Dekalb History Center and Atlanta History Center are putting together archives from this … [Read more...] about Local history centers are collecting stories and items from the pandemic — how to contribute
Children’s Museum of Atlanta launches online learning program while school is out
To help you keep your little ones engaged while school is out, the museum has launched a FREE online program called #CMAatHome. Each weekday at 11 a.m., the museum will provide an interactive activity, vocabulary list, song list, or book … [Read more...] about Children’s Museum of Atlanta launches online learning program while school is out
CANCELED: Free tours of the Georgia Governor’s Mansion, Tuesdays thru Thursdays
The tours have been canceled until further notice. There is info, below, on the virtual tour. People are always looking for free things to do in Atlanta. Here's one that is ALWAYS FREE! Immerse yourself in a little bit of Georgia … [Read more...] about CANCELED: Free tours of the Georgia Governor’s Mansion, Tuesdays thru Thursdays
FREE admission to the Atlanta Botanical Garden thru Sunday, Feb. 16th
From February 12th thru 16th, you can enjoy a rare FREE admission deal at the Atlanta Botanical Garden. The garden hours are 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. on each of these days. Remember, you'll still pay for parking in the deck if you drive. This is not a … [Read more...] about FREE admission to the Atlanta Botanical Garden thru Sunday, Feb. 16th
FREE Freedom Brass Concert at the Carter Presidential Center on Jan. 31st
Located on 35 acres of beautifully landscaped grounds, the Carter Presidential Center is an intown oasis along Freedom Parkway. Atlanta is lucky to be home to one of just 13 presidential libraries in the U.S. A permanent museum exhibit hits the … [Read more...] about FREE Freedom Brass Concert at the Carter Presidential Center on Jan. 31st
Old post, now redirected
Updated for 2020! If you've never been to the Center for Civil and Human Rights, maybe it's time to plan a visit! The Center's exhibits connect the American civil rights movement to today's global human rights movement. Museum hours: Monday - … [Read more...] about Old post, now redirected
DISCOUNTS: Get 35% off tickets to the “BODIES: The Exhibition” at Atlantic Station
UPDATED on 6/15/2020 -- BODIES the Exhibition is permanently closed. You can currently save 35% off regular price tickets to BODIES: The Exhibition at Atlantic Station. Through the deal, ticket prices are as follows. Adult ticket (ages 12 … [Read more...] about DISCOUNTS: Get 35% off tickets to the “BODIES: The Exhibition” at Atlantic Station
Legoland Discovery Center Atlanta: Discounts + Adult Night
Searching for Legoland Discovery Center Atlanta discounts? You're in luck. You've got a few ways to treat your kids (or yourself) to a day of play at Legoland Discovery Center Atlanta on the cheap, no coupon code required. Your ticket … [Read more...] about Legoland Discovery Center Atlanta: Discounts + Adult Night
Six Flags Over Georgia: deals and discounts
This weekend, Holiday in the Park opens at Six Flags Over Georgia for the 2018-2019 season. From November 17, 2018-January 6, 2019, Six Flags Over Georgia will be lit up with more than one million LED lights for its annual Holiday in the Park … [Read more...] about Six Flags Over Georgia: deals and discounts
Discounts to the Center for Puppetry Arts in Atlanta
Looking for something fun to do with little ones? Brother Coyote and Sister Fox will be at the Center for Puppetry Arts from October 30-November 11, 2018. Not only does it look adorable, but for a limited time, you can check it out on the cheap, … [Read more...] about Discounts to the Center for Puppetry Arts in Atlanta
Fernbank Museum of Natural History in Atlanta: Ticket Discount Deals
Now's the time to explore Fernbank Museum of Natural History on the cheap: While they last, you can get discount tickets to Fernbank, no coupon code required. As always, you can check out the dinosaurs, investigate the natural world via hands-on … [Read more...] about Fernbank Museum of Natural History in Atlanta: Ticket Discount Deals
Stone Mountain Park: Discount Ticket Deals
If you are looking for discount tickets to Stone Mountain Park, you're in luck: You have a few ways to play on the cheap, no coupon code required. We'll be heading back to Stone Mountain Park soon. The kids love Geyser Tower, and now that they're … [Read more...] about Stone Mountain Park: Discount Ticket Deals
Discounts: Tellus Science Museum in Cartersville
If you haven't made it to Cartersville to check out Tellus Science Museum, you should. It's one of my girls' favorite spaces in metro Atlanta. The Weinman Mineral Gallery is massive. Though the gems and minerals are impressive on their own, I'm a … [Read more...] about Discounts: Tellus Science Museum in Cartersville
Discounts: Museum of Design Atlanta
If you've been meaning to explore the Museum of Design Atlanta (MODA), now's the time. You can get free & discount tickets to MODA, no coupon code required. I want to check out this exhibition: Designing Playful Cities will be on view through … [Read more...] about Discounts: Museum of Design Atlanta
The Breman Museum in Atlanta: Ticket Discount Deals
If a trip to The Breman Museum is on your to-do list, you're in luck. While they last, you can snag discount tickets to the museum. While you're there, be sure to make time for reflection and visit The Breman's Absence of Humanity permanent … [Read more...] about The Breman Museum in Atlanta: Ticket Discount Deals
Atlanta CityPASS: Discount Admission to Five Attractions
Dealing with cabin fever? Want to explore Atlanta attractions on the cheap? You've got a fun mix of options, thanks to this deal: With the Atlanta CityPASS, you'll save about 40% on admission to five Atlanta attractions, including some of the … [Read more...] about Atlanta CityPASS: Discount Admission to Five Attractions