{"id":7048,"date":"2019-05-21T15:43:31","date_gmt":"2019-05-21T15:43:31","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/have-kids-will-travel.com\/?p=7048"},"modified":"2023-03-01T19:29:22","modified_gmt":"2023-03-01T19:29:22","slug":"35-free-things-to-do-in-atlanta-georgia-with-kids","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/have-kids-will-travel.com\/index.php\/2019\/05\/21\/35-free-things-to-do-in-atlanta-georgia-with-kids\/","title":{"rendered":"35 Free Things to do in Atlanta, Georgia"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full is-resized\"><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" data-attachment-id=\"7973\" data-permalink=\"https:\/\/have-kids-will-travel.com\/index.php\/2019\/05\/21\/35-free-things-to-do-in-atlanta-georgia-with-kids\/pin-georgia-35-free\/\" data-orig-file=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/have-kids-will-travel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/11\/PIN-Georgia-35-FREE.jpg?fit=1200%2C1800&amp;ssl=1\" data-orig-size=\"1200,1800\" data-comments-opened=\"1\" data-image-meta=\"{&quot;orientation&quot;:&quot;1&quot;}\" data-image-title=\"PIN-Georgia-35-FREE\" data-image-description=\"\" data-image-caption=\"\" data-large-file=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/have-kids-will-travel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/11\/PIN-Georgia-35-FREE.jpg?fit=285%2C427&amp;ssl=1\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/have-kids-will-travel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/11\/PIN-Georgia-35-FREE.jpg?resize=737%2C1106&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"35 Free Things to do in Atlanta, Georgia with Kids\" class=\"wp-image-7973\" width=\"737\" height=\"1106\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/have-kids-will-travel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/11\/PIN-Georgia-35-FREE.jpg?w=1200&amp;ssl=1 1200w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/have-kids-will-travel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/11\/PIN-Georgia-35-FREE.jpg?resize=200%2C300&amp;ssl=1 200w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/have-kids-will-travel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/11\/PIN-Georgia-35-FREE.jpg?resize=285%2C427&amp;ssl=1 285w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/have-kids-will-travel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/11\/PIN-Georgia-35-FREE.jpg?resize=768%2C1152&amp;ssl=1 768w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/have-kids-will-travel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/11\/PIN-Georgia-35-FREE.jpg?resize=1024%2C1536&amp;ssl=1 1024w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/have-kids-will-travel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/11\/PIN-Georgia-35-FREE.jpg?resize=800%2C1200&amp;ssl=1 800w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 737px) 100vw, 737px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-medium-font-size wp-block-paragraph\">Traveling with kiddos can be expensive, so I wanted to make a list of FREE things to do in Atlanta, Georgia with a family. From museums and parks to street art and movie locations, you are sure to find something fun for everyone in the family.  Atlanta, Georgia is a great city for families to visit. There are so many fun things to do there! <\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:100px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Parks<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full is-resized\"><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" data-attachment-id=\"6925\" data-permalink=\"https:\/\/have-kids-will-travel.com\/index.php\/2019\/05\/11\/25-things-to-do-in-atlanta-georgia-with-kids\/centennial-park-01\/\" data-orig-file=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/have-kids-will-travel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/05\/Centennial-Park-01.jpg?fit=3456%2C2304&amp;ssl=1\" data-orig-size=\"3456,2304\" data-comments-opened=\"1\" data-image-meta=\"{&quot;aperture&quot;:&quot;8&quot;,&quot;camera&quot;:&quot;Canon EOS Rebel T6&quot;,&quot;created_timestamp&quot;:&quot;1556231174&quot;,&quot;focal_length&quot;:&quot;18&quot;,&quot;iso&quot;:&quot;100&quot;,&quot;shutter_speed&quot;:&quot;0.00625&quot;,&quot;orientation&quot;:&quot;1&quot;}\" data-image-title=\"Centennial Park 01\" data-image-description=\"\" data-image-caption=\"\" data-large-file=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/have-kids-will-travel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/05\/Centennial-Park-01.jpg?fit=640%2C427&amp;ssl=1\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/have-kids-will-travel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/05\/Centennial-Park-01.jpg?resize=693%2C462&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"35 FREE Things to do in Atlanta, Georgia with Kids - Parks, Museums, Movie Locations, Events, Outdoor Fun, Festivals, HIstoric &amp; Educational\" class=\"wp-image-6925\" width=\"693\" height=\"462\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/have-kids-will-travel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/05\/Centennial-Park-01.jpg?w=3456&amp;ssl=1 3456w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/have-kids-will-travel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/05\/Centennial-Park-01.jpg?resize=300%2C200&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/have-kids-will-travel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/05\/Centennial-Park-01.jpg?resize=768%2C512&amp;ssl=1 768w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/have-kids-will-travel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/05\/Centennial-Park-01.jpg?resize=1024%2C683&amp;ssl=1 1024w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/have-kids-will-travel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/05\/Centennial-Park-01.jpg?resize=800%2C533&amp;ssl=1 800w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/have-kids-will-travel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/05\/Centennial-Park-01.jpg?w=2000&amp;ssl=1 2000w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/have-kids-will-travel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/05\/Centennial-Park-01.jpg?w=3000&amp;ssl=1 3000w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 693px) 100vw, 693px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Above photo: Splashpad in Centennial Park<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"has-medium-font-size wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong><em><a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"Centennial Park (opens in a new tab)\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gwcca.org\/centennial-olympic-park\/\" target=\"_blank\">Centennial Park<\/a><\/em><\/strong> &#8211; Located in Downtown Atlanta, this popular park features the Fountain of Rings &#8211; a splash pad where kiddos can play and cool off. Click <strong><em><a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"Centennial Park (opens in a new tab)\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gwcca.org\/centennial-olympic-park\/\" target=\"_blank\">HERE<\/a><\/em><\/strong> for more information on upcoming events at Centennial Park. <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong><em><a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"Piedmont Park (opens in a new tab)\" href=\"https:\/\/www.atlanta.net\/partner\/piedmont-park\/330\/\" target=\"_blank\">Piedmont Park-<\/a><\/em><\/strong>In addition to gorgeous views of the Atlanta skyline, this park features walking\/jogging paths, picnic facilities, playgrounds, tennis courts, public swimming pools, two ponds, and a dog park.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong><em><a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"Atlanta Beltline (opens in a new tab)\" href=\"http:\/\/www.h4wpc.org\/\" target=\"_blank\">Atlanta Beltline<\/a><\/em><\/strong> &#8211; This park is a great place to bring your dog, rent a bike (or bring your own bike, skates, or scooter), and\/or take the kiddos to Historic Fourth Ward Skate Park. You can also enjoy outdoor Art Exhibits during <strong><em><a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"Art on the Beltline. (opens in a new tab)\" href=\"https:\/\/art.beltline.org\/\" target=\"_blank\">Art on the Beltline.<\/a><\/em><\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong><em><a aria-label=\"Sandy Springs Playable Art Park (opens in a new tab)\" href=\"http:\/\/www.sandyspringsga.gov\/Home\/Components\/FacilityDirectory\/FacilityDirectory\/4\/2645?backlist=%2frecreation%2fplaces-to-visit%2fcity-parks\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Sandy Springs Playable Art Park<\/a><\/em><\/strong> &#8211; This park features a playable art structures playground, a pavilion, picnic tables, and restrooms.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong><em><a aria-label=\"Brook Run Park (opens in a new tab)\" href=\"https:\/\/dunwoodyga.gov\/?section=for_residents_find_a_park_or_park_facility_brook_run_park\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Brook Run Park<\/a><\/em><\/strong> &#8211; Located in nearby Dunwoody, this park has a large awning-covered playground, a 2-mile loop trail (for walking, biking, and riding scooters), a skate park, a dog park, a community garden, and event pavilions.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full is-resized\"><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" data-attachment-id=\"8299\" data-permalink=\"https:\/\/have-kids-will-travel.com\/index.php\/2019\/05\/21\/35-free-things-to-do-in-atlanta-georgia-with-kids\/ronny-sison-tmvmupwbi70-unsplash\/\" data-orig-file=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/have-kids-will-travel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/12\/ronny-sison-tmvmupwbi70-unsplash-scaled.jpg?fit=2560%2C1709&amp;ssl=1\" data-orig-size=\"2560,1709\" data-comments-opened=\"1\" data-image-meta=\"{&quot;orientation&quot;:&quot;1&quot;}\" data-image-title=\"ronny-sison-tmvmupwbi70-unsplash\" data-image-description=\"\" data-image-caption=\"\" data-large-file=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/have-kids-will-travel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/12\/ronny-sison-tmvmupwbi70-unsplash-scaled.jpg?fit=640%2C427&amp;ssl=1\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/have-kids-will-travel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/12\/ronny-sison-tmvmupwbi70-unsplash-scaled.jpg?resize=798%2C533&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"35 Free Things to do in Atlanta, Georgia with Kids\nPhoto by Ronny Sison on Unsplash\" class=\"wp-image-8299\" width=\"798\" height=\"533\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/have-kids-will-travel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/12\/ronny-sison-tmvmupwbi70-unsplash-scaled.jpg?w=2560&amp;ssl=1 2560w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/have-kids-will-travel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/12\/ronny-sison-tmvmupwbi70-unsplash-scaled.jpg?resize=300%2C200&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/have-kids-will-travel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/12\/ronny-sison-tmvmupwbi70-unsplash-scaled.jpg?resize=640%2C427&amp;ssl=1 640w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/have-kids-will-travel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/12\/ronny-sison-tmvmupwbi70-unsplash-scaled.jpg?resize=768%2C513&amp;ssl=1 768w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/have-kids-will-travel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/12\/ronny-sison-tmvmupwbi70-unsplash-scaled.jpg?resize=1536%2C1025&amp;ssl=1 1536w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/have-kids-will-travel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/12\/ronny-sison-tmvmupwbi70-unsplash-scaled.jpg?resize=2048%2C1367&amp;ssl=1 2048w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/have-kids-will-travel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/12\/ronny-sison-tmvmupwbi70-unsplash-scaled.jpg?resize=800%2C534&amp;ssl=1 800w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 798px) 100vw, 798px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Parks (continued)<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"has-medium-font-size wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong><em><a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"Caney Creek Preserve (opens in a new tab)\" href=\"https:\/\/parks.forsythco.com\/Parks-and-Facilities\/Parks\/Caney-Creek-Preserve\" target=\"_blank\">Caney Creek Preserve<\/a><\/em><\/strong>&#8211;  Located in Forsyth County, this (mostly shaded) park consists of a spider web climbing area, a dinosaur dig area, and a water play feature.  There is also a dog park and 1.5 miles of Nature trails here. See the park map <strong><em><a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"HERE. (opens in a new tab)\" href=\"https:\/\/parks.forsythco.com\/Portals\/1\/Documents\/Maps\/Park%20Maps\/Individual%20Park%20Maps\/2%20-%20Caney%20Creek%20Preserve%20Vignette%2008-24-16_HQ.pdf\" target=\"_blank\">HERE.<\/a><\/em><\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong><em><a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\" (opens in a new tab)\" href=\"http:\/\/www.parktavern.com\/sunsetsessions\" target=\"_blank\">Piedmont Park<\/a><\/em><\/strong>  (FREE Concerts) &#8211; Sunset Sessions at Piedmont Park is a FREE weekly music concert series. See all events <strong><em><a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"HERE (opens in a new tab)\" href=\"http:\/\/www.parktavern.com\/events.html\" target=\"_blank\">HERE<\/a><\/em><\/strong> (example: free yoga classes)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong><em><a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"Blue Heron Nature Preserve (opens in a new tab)\" href=\"https:\/\/bhnp.org\/\" target=\"_blank\">Blue Heron Nature Preserve<\/a><\/em><\/strong> &#8211; This preserve is 30 acres of green space that is located in the heart of Atlanta. The nature trails are free, but there are no public restrooms. Click <strong><em><a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"HERE (opens in a new tab)\" href=\"https:\/\/bhnp.org\/plan-your-visit\" target=\"_blank\">HERE<\/a><\/em><\/strong> to see all of the upcoming festivals and events at Blue Heron Nature Preserve.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li> <strong><em><a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"Lullwater Creek Park  (opens in a new tab)\" href=\"https:\/\/guidetolullwaterpark.wordpress.com\/\" target=\"_blank\">Lullwater Park <\/a><\/em><\/strong>&#8211; This 154-acre preserve can be found on  <br>Emory University\u2019s campus. The park features tons of green space to run and play, a 210-foot suspension bridge over Peachtree Creek, and miles of walking trails. Wildlife runs free in the area and you might see a few animals, including ducks, geese, and deer.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:100px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Museums<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-medium-font-size wp-block-paragraph\">There are many free museums in Atlanta, Georgia. They are a great, family-friendly activity while in this city.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full is-resized\"><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" data-attachment-id=\"7083\" data-permalink=\"https:\/\/have-kids-will-travel.com\/index.php\/2019\/05\/21\/35-free-things-to-do-in-atlanta-georgia-with-kids\/fernbank-science-center-14\/\" data-orig-file=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/have-kids-will-travel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/05\/Fernbank-Science-Center-14.jpg?fit=1280%2C960&amp;ssl=1\" data-orig-size=\"1280,960\" data-comments-opened=\"1\" data-image-title=\"Fernbank Science Center 14\" data-image-description=\"\" data-image-caption=\"\" data-large-file=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/have-kids-will-travel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/05\/Fernbank-Science-Center-14.jpg?fit=569%2C427&amp;ssl=1\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/have-kids-will-travel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/05\/Fernbank-Science-Center-14.jpg?resize=640%2C480&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"35 FREE Things to do in Atlanta, Georgia with Kids - Parks, Museums, Movie Locations, Events, Outdoor Fun, Festivals, HIstoric &amp; Educational\" class=\"wp-image-7083\" width=\"640\" height=\"480\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/have-kids-will-travel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/05\/Fernbank-Science-Center-14.jpg?w=1280&amp;ssl=1 1280w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/have-kids-will-travel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/05\/Fernbank-Science-Center-14.jpg?resize=300%2C225&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/have-kids-will-travel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/05\/Fernbank-Science-Center-14.jpg?resize=768%2C576&amp;ssl=1 768w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/have-kids-will-travel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/05\/Fernbank-Science-Center-14.jpg?resize=1024%2C768&amp;ssl=1 1024w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/have-kids-will-travel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/05\/Fernbank-Science-Center-14.jpg?resize=500%2C375&amp;ssl=1 500w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/have-kids-will-travel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/05\/Fernbank-Science-Center-14.jpg?resize=800%2C600&amp;ssl=1 800w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/have-kids-will-travel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/05\/Fernbank-Science-Center-14.jpg?resize=1200%2C900&amp;ssl=1 1200w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Fernbank Science Center<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"has-medium-font-size wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong><em><a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"Children's Museum Downtown Atlanta (opens in a new tab)\" href=\"https:\/\/childrensmuseumatlanta.org\/\" target=\"_blank\">Children&#8217;s Museum Downtown Atlanta<\/a><\/em><\/strong> &#8211; This museum is free on the 2nd Tuesday of every month. We have been several times &#8211; sometimes the crowds are okay, but most of the time, the line to enter goes around the corner. Even with the crowds, this museum is well worth a visit.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong><em>Marietta Fire Museum<\/em><\/strong> &#8211; Located in Metro-Atlanta, this two-story museum houses fire trucks and memorabilia.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Roswell Fire Museum &#8211; In addition to historical artifacts, this museum features a 1947 Ford American LaFrance Pumper.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>High Museum &#8211; Admission to this art museum is free for children ages 6 and under. They also offer Toddler Thursdays which include tours, crafts, and activities (Thursdays 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.). They also have  <br>Saturday Toddler Tours begin at 10:30 a.m. in the Taylor Lobby on the first Saturday of each month. <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Fernbank Science Center -This science center is small but full of little gems that the whole family will enjoy. Exhibits include the real Apollo 6 Command Module and Live Animals. The center offers planetarium shows that cost about $5-7, but the museum and exhibits are free.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:100px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Historical &amp; Iconic Sites<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full is-resized\"><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" data-attachment-id=\"7969\" data-permalink=\"https:\/\/have-kids-will-travel.com\/index.php\/2019\/05\/21\/35-free-things-to-do-in-atlanta-georgia-with-kids\/atlanta-1584094_1280\/\" data-orig-file=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/have-kids-will-travel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/11\/atlanta-1584094_1280.jpg?fit=1280%2C853&amp;ssl=1\" data-orig-size=\"1280,853\" data-comments-opened=\"1\" data-image-meta=\"{&quot;orientation&quot;:&quot;1&quot;}\" data-image-title=\"atlanta-1584094_1280\" data-image-description=\"\" data-image-caption=\"\" data-large-file=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/have-kids-will-travel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/11\/atlanta-1584094_1280.jpg?fit=640%2C427&amp;ssl=1\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/have-kids-will-travel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/11\/atlanta-1584094_1280.jpg?resize=662%2C442&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"35 FREE Things to do in Atlanta, Georgia with Kids\nImage by David Mark from Pixabay \" class=\"wp-image-7969\" width=\"662\" height=\"442\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/have-kids-will-travel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/11\/atlanta-1584094_1280.jpg?w=1280&amp;ssl=1 1280w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/have-kids-will-travel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/11\/atlanta-1584094_1280.jpg?resize=300%2C200&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/have-kids-will-travel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/11\/atlanta-1584094_1280.jpg?resize=640%2C427&amp;ssl=1 640w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/have-kids-will-travel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/11\/atlanta-1584094_1280.jpg?resize=768%2C512&amp;ssl=1 768w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/have-kids-will-travel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/11\/atlanta-1584094_1280.jpg?resize=800%2C533&amp;ssl=1 800w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 662px) 100vw, 662px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"has-medium-font-size wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong><em><a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"Martin Luther King, Jr National Historic Site (opens in a new tab)\" href=\"https:\/\/www.nps.gov\/malu\/index.htm\" target=\"_blank\">Martin Luther King, Jr National Historic Site<\/a><\/em><\/strong> &#8211; This is not really a museum, but you can tour Martin Luther King Jr\u2019s birth home, the 35-acre district, and Ebenezer Baptist Church.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong><em><a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"Georgia State Capitol (opens in a new tab)\" href=\"https:\/\/www.libs.uga.edu\/capitolmuseum\/tours\/index.html\" target=\"_blank\">Georgia State Capitol<\/a><\/em><\/strong> &#8211; You visit for a  20 to 40-minute guided tour or you can download <strong><em>This APP<\/em><\/strong> for your own self-guided tour.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong><em><a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"Jackson Street Bridge (opens in a new tab)\" href=\"https:\/\/www.ajc.com\/news\/how-take-good-photo-from-the-jackson-street-bridge\/01J4C2h0M8RnO5zhsFDWWO\/\" target=\"_blank\">Jackson Street Bridge<\/a><\/em><\/strong> &#8211; This iconic bridge is the perfect place to get some pretty pictures and\/or Instagram photos. <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong><em><a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"Living Walls Atlanta (opens in a new tab)\" href=\"https:\/\/www.livingwallsatl.com\/\" target=\"_blank\">Living Walls Atlanta<\/a><\/em><\/strong> &#8211; Speaking of Insta-worthy spots in Atlanta&#8230; Living Walls Atlanta has helped local and international artists create 100 public murals featured throughout the metropolitan area. You can download the <strong><em><a href=\"https:\/\/itunes.apple.com\/us\/app\/city-of-atlantas-public-art\/id951804132?mt=8\">City of Atlanta Public Art App <\/a><\/em><\/strong>for a self-guided tour of Atlanta&#8217;s finest street art and murals.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong><em><a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"Anne Frank Exhibit (opens in a new tab)\" href=\"http:\/\/www.n-georgia.com\/anne-frank-museum.html\" target=\"_blank\">Anne Frank Exhibit<\/a><\/em><\/strong> &#8211; Located in nearby Sandy Springs (about 16 miles from ATL), this exhibit includes 600 photos, documents, and a video about Anne Frank and the Holocaust. Parking and admission are free.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong><em><a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"The Governer's Mansion (opens in a new tab)\" href=\"https:\/\/mansion.georgia.gov\/\" target=\"_blank\">The Governer&#8217;s Mansion<\/a><\/em><\/strong> &#8211; The tour at The Governor&#8217;s Mansion is self-guided but there are several, knowledgeable volunteers available to answer any of your questions. Public tours are conducted throughout the year on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays between 10:00 a.m. and 11:30 a.m. <\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:100px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"has-medium-font-size wp-block-heading\">Animal Encounters<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full is-resized\"><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" data-attachment-id=\"7968\" data-permalink=\"https:\/\/have-kids-will-travel.com\/index.php\/2019\/05\/21\/35-free-things-to-do-in-atlanta-georgia-with-kids\/sumatran-tiger-518771_1280\/\" data-orig-file=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/have-kids-will-travel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/11\/sumatran-tiger-518771_1280.jpg?fit=1280%2C853&amp;ssl=1\" data-orig-size=\"1280,853\" data-comments-opened=\"1\" data-image-title=\"sumatran-tiger-518771_1280\" data-image-description=\"\" data-image-caption=\"\" data-large-file=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/have-kids-will-travel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/11\/sumatran-tiger-518771_1280.jpg?fit=640%2C427&amp;ssl=1\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/have-kids-will-travel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/11\/sumatran-tiger-518771_1280.jpg?resize=640%2C427&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"35 Free Things to do in Atlanta, Georgia with Kids\" class=\"wp-image-7968\" width=\"640\" height=\"427\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/have-kids-will-travel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/11\/sumatran-tiger-518771_1280.jpg?w=1280&amp;ssl=1 1280w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/have-kids-will-travel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/11\/sumatran-tiger-518771_1280.jpg?resize=300%2C200&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/have-kids-will-travel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/11\/sumatran-tiger-518771_1280.jpg?resize=640%2C427&amp;ssl=1 640w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/have-kids-will-travel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/11\/sumatran-tiger-518771_1280.jpg?resize=768%2C512&amp;ssl=1 768w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/have-kids-will-travel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/11\/sumatran-tiger-518771_1280.jpg?resize=800%2C533&amp;ssl=1 800w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"has-medium-font-size wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong><em><a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"Noah's Ark (opens in a new tab)\" href=\"http:\/\/www.noahs-ark.org\/visit-the-ark\/free-tour\/\" target=\"_blank\">Noah&#8217;s Ark<\/a><\/em><\/strong> &#8211; Donations are appreciated, but self-guided tours are free at Noah&#8217;s Ark. Self-guided tours are available from 12 pm &#8211; 3 pm Tuesdays through Saturdays.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong><em><a aria-label=\"Sandy Springs Turtle Tours (opens in a new tab)\" href=\"https:\/\/heritagesandysprings.org\/turtle-tours\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Sandy Springs Turtle Tours<\/a><\/em><\/strong> &#8211; While donations are accepted and appreciated, these tours are free.  These themed tours include a fun story, a guided museum tour, and activities or crafts for children under 5. Parents are required to stay and siblings are welcome.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:100px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Outdoor Activities<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full is-resized\"><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" data-attachment-id=\"7971\" data-permalink=\"https:\/\/have-kids-will-travel.com\/index.php\/2019\/05\/21\/35-free-things-to-do-in-atlanta-georgia-with-kids\/stone-mountain-georgia-3714147_1280\/\" data-orig-file=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/have-kids-will-travel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/11\/stone-mountain-georgia-3714147_1280.jpg?fit=1280%2C847&amp;ssl=1\" data-orig-size=\"1280,847\" data-comments-opened=\"1\" data-image-meta=\"{&quot;camera&quot;:&quot;NIKON D7000&quot;}\" data-image-title=\"stone-mountain-georgia-3714147_1280\" data-image-description=\"\" data-image-caption=\"\" data-large-file=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/have-kids-will-travel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/11\/stone-mountain-georgia-3714147_1280.jpg?fit=640%2C424&amp;ssl=1\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/have-kids-will-travel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/11\/stone-mountain-georgia-3714147_1280.jpg?resize=840%2C557&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"35 FREE Things to do in Atlanta, Georgia\nImage by Paul Brennan from Pixabay \" class=\"wp-image-7971\" width=\"840\" height=\"557\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/have-kids-will-travel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/11\/stone-mountain-georgia-3714147_1280.jpg?w=1280&amp;ssl=1 1280w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/have-kids-will-travel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/11\/stone-mountain-georgia-3714147_1280.jpg?resize=300%2C200&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/have-kids-will-travel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/11\/stone-mountain-georgia-3714147_1280.jpg?resize=640%2C424&amp;ssl=1 640w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/have-kids-will-travel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/11\/stone-mountain-georgia-3714147_1280.jpg?resize=768%2C508&amp;ssl=1 768w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/have-kids-will-travel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/11\/stone-mountain-georgia-3714147_1280.jpg?resize=800%2C529&amp;ssl=1 800w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/have-kids-will-travel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/11\/stone-mountain-georgia-3714147_1280.jpg?resize=1200%2C794&amp;ssl=1 1200w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 840px) 100vw, 840px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"has-medium-font-size wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong><em><a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"Chattahoochee River (opens in a new tab)\" href=\"https:\/\/www.nps.gov\/chat\/index.htm\" target=\"_blank\">Chattahoochee River<\/a><\/em><\/strong> &#8211; Tube down the calm waters. You probably want to bring 2 cars &#8211; one for getting into the water and a second one for getting out of the water.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong><em><a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"Free Activities at Stone Mountain  (opens in a new tab)\" href=\"https:\/\/www.stonemountainpark.com\/\" target=\"_blank\">Free Activities at Stone Mountain <\/a><\/em><\/strong>&#8211; Although many things at Stone Mountain require a fee, there are a few activities there that are free. In addition to the hiking trails, the Grist Mill, The Covered Bridge, The Quarry Exhibit, the Historical and Environmental Education Center, and the Children&#8217;s Playground. You can also bring a blanket, chairs, and frisbee to the Great Lawn to watch the park&#8217;s Laser Show.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Hike Kennesaw Mountain National Battlefield State Park &#8211; Kennesaw Mountain National Battlefield State Park is a National Battlefield that preserves a Civil War battleground. In addition to its rich history, this 2,965-acre park offers some great hiking trails. You&#8217;ll enjoy the lush forest and gorgeous summit views. <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong><em><a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"Silver Comet Trail (opens in a new tab)\" href=\"http:\/\/www.silvercometga.com\/\" target=\"_blank\">Silver Comet Trail<\/a><\/em><\/strong> &#8211; This trail is great for walking, jogging, and biking. The trail is mostly shaded and is very well-maintained.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:100px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Self-Guided TV and Movie Location Tours<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full is-resized\"><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" data-attachment-id=\"7082\" data-permalink=\"https:\/\/have-kids-will-travel.com\/index.php\/2019\/05\/21\/35-free-things-to-do-in-atlanta-georgia-with-kids\/photo-1515734392280-e60c25eb9f01\/\" data-orig-file=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/have-kids-will-travel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/05\/photo-1515734392280-e60c25eb9f01.jpg?fit=400%2C500&amp;ssl=1\" data-orig-size=\"400,500\" data-comments-opened=\"1\" data-image-title=\"photo-1515734392280-e60c25eb9f01\" data-image-description=\"\" data-image-caption=\"\" data-large-file=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/have-kids-will-travel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/05\/photo-1515734392280-e60c25eb9f01.jpg?fit=342%2C427&amp;ssl=1\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/have-kids-will-travel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/05\/photo-1515734392280-e60c25eb9f01.jpg?resize=626%2C783&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"35 FREE Things to do in Atlanta, Georgia with Kids - Parks, Museums, Movie Locations, Events, Outdoor Fun, Festivals, HIstoric &amp; Educational\" class=\"wp-image-7082\" width=\"626\" height=\"783\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/have-kids-will-travel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/05\/photo-1515734392280-e60c25eb9f01.jpg?w=400&amp;ssl=1 400w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/have-kids-will-travel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/05\/photo-1515734392280-e60c25eb9f01.jpg?resize=240%2C300&amp;ssl=1 240w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 626px) 100vw, 626px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"has-medium-font-size wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong><em><a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"The Goat Farm Arts Center (opens in a new tab)\" href=\"https:\/\/www.atlanta.net\/things-to-do\/goat-farm-arts-center\/\" target=\"_blank\">The Goat Farm Arts Center<\/a><\/em><\/strong> (Hunger Games &amp; Walking Dead) &#8211; Scenes from \u201cThe Hunger Games: Catching Fire\u201d were filmed here (the Goat Farm served as District 12). Scenes from &#8220;The Walking Dead&#8221; were filmed here. It&#8217;s a great place to tour, take photos, grab some coffee, and visit some art studios.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong><em><a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"Grant Park (opens in a new tab)\" href=\"http:\/\/gpna.org\/default.aspx\" target=\"_blank\">Grant Park<\/a><\/em><\/strong>, Jackson Street Bridge, <strong><em><a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"Cobb Energy Performing Arts Center (opens in a new tab)\" href=\"https:\/\/www.cobbenergycentre.com\/\" target=\"_blank\">Cobb Energy Performing Arts Centre<\/a><\/em><\/strong> (Walking Dead) &#8211; See Rick Grimes\u2019 abandoned house from the first episode at Grant Park, Rick riding across Jackson Street Bridge into Atlanta on a horse, and see the Cobb Center (where the Center of Disease Control was blown up &#8211; not really, just special effects).<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Marvel Movie Locations<\/strong>&#8211; Several scenes from <strong><em><a aria-label=\"Avengers (opens in a new tab)\" href=\"https:\/\/www.ajc.com\/blog\/buzz\/where-marvel-avengers-filming-atlanta-today\/CxmgpxrNB3plLX0AzqGLsK\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Avengers<\/a><\/em><\/strong> were filmed at Metropolitan Avenue. In Guardians of the Galaxy, Lord&#8217;s mom and Kurt Russel Stop at a Dairy Queen, which is actually BB&#8217;s Cafe at Stone Mountain. The Avenger&#8217;s headquarters in Captain America: Civil War is actually the Porshe Experience Center. Spider-man sees Shocker selling weapons at the dog park at Piedmont Park. The Hindu Temple of Atlanta is where Tony Stark and Peter Parker talk. The best list of Marvel Movie Locations (with Map and scene details for each location) can be found <strong><em><a aria-label=\"HERE (opens in a new tab)\" href=\"https:\/\/www.wabe.org\/atlanta-marvel-map\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">HERE<\/a><\/em><\/strong>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:100px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Events<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full is-resized\"><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" data-attachment-id=\"7080\" data-permalink=\"https:\/\/have-kids-will-travel.com\/index.php\/2019\/05\/21\/35-free-things-to-do-in-atlanta-georgia-with-kids\/photo-1485637701894-09ad422f6de6\/\" data-orig-file=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/have-kids-will-travel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/05\/photo-1485637701894-09ad422f6de6.jpg?fit=1020%2C708&amp;ssl=1\" data-orig-size=\"1020,708\" data-comments-opened=\"1\" data-image-title=\"photo-1485637701894-09ad422f6de6\" data-image-description=\"\" data-image-caption=\"\" data-large-file=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/have-kids-will-travel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/05\/photo-1485637701894-09ad422f6de6.jpg?fit=615%2C427&amp;ssl=1\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/have-kids-will-travel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/05\/photo-1485637701894-09ad422f6de6.jpg?resize=826%2C573&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"35 FREE Things to do in Atlanta, Georgia with Kids - Parks, Museums, Movie Locations, Events, Outdoor Fun, Festivals, HIstoric &amp; Educational\" class=\"wp-image-7080\" width=\"826\" height=\"573\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/have-kids-will-travel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/05\/photo-1485637701894-09ad422f6de6.jpg?w=1020&amp;ssl=1 1020w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/have-kids-will-travel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/05\/photo-1485637701894-09ad422f6de6.jpg?resize=300%2C208&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/have-kids-will-travel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/05\/photo-1485637701894-09ad422f6de6.jpg?resize=768%2C533&amp;ssl=1 768w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/have-kids-will-travel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/05\/photo-1485637701894-09ad422f6de6.jpg?resize=800%2C555&amp;ssl=1 800w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 826px) 100vw, 826px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"has-medium-font-size wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong><em><a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"Castleberry Hill 2nd Friday Art Stroll (opens in a new tab)\" href=\"https:\/\/castleberryhill.org\/chartstroll\/\" target=\"_blank\">Castleberry Hill 2nd Friday Art Stroll<\/a><\/em><\/strong>  &#8211;  On the second Friday of each month, the community hosts this FREE event where local galleries have their art on display and visitors can enjoy a self-guided tour. This area was once Atlanta\u2019s old transportation hub so it is a great place to learn about the history of the area.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong><em><a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"Dekalb Farmer's Market (opens in a new tab)\" href=\"http:\/\/www.dekalbfarmersmarket.com\/\" target=\"_blank\">Dekalb Farmer&#8217;s Market<\/a><\/em><\/strong> &#8211; Entrance is free and many times free samples are offered. I recommend visiting the Farmer&#8217;s Market for lunch or for purchasing snacks. Even though the event is free, these delicious foods are difficult to pass up. <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong><em><a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"Festivals (opens in a new tab)\" href=\"https:\/\/www.atlanta.net\/events\/festivals\/\" target=\"_blank\">Festivals<\/a><\/em><\/strong> &#8211; Atlanta offers festivals all throughout the year and many of them of free. Click on the link above to see upcoming Atlanta Festivals.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong><em><a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"Movies in the Park (opens in a new tab)\" href=\"http:\/\/georgiamoviesinthepark.com\/\" target=\"_blank\">Movies in the Park<\/a><\/em><\/strong> &#8211; See free movies in Canton, Cumming, Alpharetta, and Dawsonville. Click on the link above to see upcoming Movie in the Park Events (click on SCHEDULE and pick your preferred location).<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:100px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-medium-font-size wp-block-paragraph\">You might also enjoy: <strong><em><a href=\"https:\/\/have-kids-will-travel.com\/index.php\/2019\/05\/11\/25-things-to-do-in-atlanta-georgia-with-kids\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\" (opens in a new tab)\">25 Things to do with Kids in Atlanta, Georgia<\/a><\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:100px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-medium-font-size wp-block-paragraph\">Want to save this information for later? 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