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Georgia Aquarium

Midtown

The Georgia Aquarium bills itself as the largest aquarium in the world. We're not sure about the largest, but it's definitely huge and filled with jellyfish, otters, penguins, sharks, electric...

Zoo Atlanta

Downtown

The elephants may fling poop at you when you're in the Elephant House (maybe they don't like it in there?) but the Atlanta Zoo is a favorite for families. There's...

Atlanta History Center

Buckhead

Good for Toddlers & Pre-K

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Located in Buckhead, the Atlanta History Center is much more interesting than its name suggests. Not just for history buffs, the interactive museum...

Center for Puppetry Arts

Midtown

Good for Babies

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The moment you walk into this center you know you're in a magical place, whether you've come for a show or just to look around the displays and gift shop...

Cyclorama

Downtown

Good for Pre-Teens & Teens

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The Cyclorama is a fascinating place for anyone interested in the history of the Civil War and for kids of all ages. The tour starts with a film narrated by...

Imagine It! Atlanta's Children's Museum

Midtown

Good for Babies

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Although it's not very big, this museum is great and kids love it. Permanent exhibits include the painting wall (they provide the smocks, a paintbrush, and a palate of primary...

Little Five Points

Decatur

Good for Pre-Teens & Teens

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Atlanta's most alternative and eclectic neighborhood...

Six Flags American Adventures

Good for School-Age Kids

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Located right next to the big-thrills White Water Park, this Six Flags sibling is just for the younger set. It's designed specifically for kids...

Atlanta Botanical Garden

Buckhead

If you only have time to do one thing when you're here, go to the Botanical Garden. There's a separate children's garden with interactive educational activities (learn about the lifecycle...

Fernbank Museum of Natural History

Decatur

The first thing you see when you walk into the huge brick-and-glass atrium are skeletons of an enormous Argentinosaurus locked in mortal combat with a T. Rex-like...