43 Super Fun Things To Do in Atlanta With Toddlers

Do you have a toddler in the house? The days can be long – even if we know our time with them is fleeting.

One of the best things about raising toddlers in Atlanta is that there are plenty of great places to take them that they — and you! — will love. Whether you’re looking to take them to a popular attraction, or you’re just looking for low-key ideas, Atlanta, Georgia has plenty of both, and everything in between.

Ready to get started? Here are 43 super fun things to do in Atlanta with toddlers!

THINGS TO DO IN ATLANTA WITH TODDLERS: PROGRAMS & CLASSES

• Children’s Programs at Smith-Gilbert Gardens – At Smith-Gilbert Gardens in Kennesaw, you’ll find children’s programming offered throughout the year. Check out their summer programming “Terrific Tuesdays,” virtual field trips, SGG Kids and Nature & Art workshops, just to name a few. We’ve toured the children’s garden, spied on the koi, read magical stories, and examined ladybugs. So much to do here!

• Atlanta Botanical Garden – Storytime, Garden Stroller Strut, Drop-In Family Programs, Treasure Hunts, and more. Atlanta Botanical Gardens is fun to go to any day, but their family friendly programs are especially wonderful.

• Library story times – Libraries all around the city vary in the quality of their story times.  If you’re not happy with your closest library (raises hand) then venture out a little farther. You don’t have to be a card holder to enjoy these great events.

• Second Thursdays at Southeastern Railway Museum – Especially for kids between 2-4 years old, the Second Thursday Preschool Program is amazing. There are 5 components to the program: game, story/song, activity, craft and when available, the actual “vehicle of the month” for children to see and experience. We’ve seen ice cream trucks, hot air balloons, boats, and trains galore. Read More: 28 MEMORABLE TRAIN RIDES IN GEORGIA THAT KIDS & ADULTS WILL LOVE

• Toddler Thursdays at the High Museum of Art – Expose your little one to great artists and art mediums with this fun toddler class, then head to the child’s play area for tons of fun. Can’t make it on Thursdays? Join them on the first Saturday of each month for Toddler Saturdays. Read More: HIDDEN SECRETS OF HIGH MUSEUM FREE SUNDAY VISITS

• Little Leapers at SkyZone Indoor Trampoline Park – Jump, jump, jump, without a worry that the big guys will come crashing down on baby. Read More: SKY ZONE ATLANTA AREA TRAMPOLINE PARKS: 10+ GREAT THINGS BEYOND JUMPING

• The Art Barn – Play dates at The Art Barn with Farmer Sue are so fun! Spend time with her animal babies on her clean farm. Pet them, feed the gentle creatures, take a hay ride, and make an art project. Bring a picnic to enjoy at the tables under the magnolias!

• TinyTots at Sparkles – Bring your kid’s favorite ride-on toy for fun times with other kiddos on the rink. There is also a small climbing structure. Read More: ROLLER SKATING ATLANTA: 9+ RINKS FAMILIES ABSOLUTELY LOVE   

• Mommy and Me at Southern Museum – Young kids can learn about new topics each month through hands-on play.

• The Music Class –Introduce babies and kids to music – rhythm and dance. It’s fun for baby and mom, too

• Buddy and Me Gymnastics at Champion Kids – You can take classes, but my kids prefer the Open Play time, with a bounce house, swinging rope, trampoline, and much more. There is even a place for the littlest ones.

• Parent-Child at The Little Gym – Get some exercise on! For ages 4 months to 3 years.

• Aqua-Tots -Swim lessons – with a parent – as young as four months.

• Preschool Adventures at Autrey Mill Nature Center – The perfect way to introduce your preschooler to natural science and history! Each adventure is different and has a theme chosen to spark a preschooler’s imagination. Included is a hands-on activity or craft.

Read More: 45+ MOMMY AND ME CLASSES TO HELP YOU SURVIVE THE EARLY YEARS

THINGS TO DO IN ATLANTA WITH TODDLERS: PLAYGROUNDS FOR WEE ONES

• Morgan Falls Overlook Park – Imagine a fabulous playground on a grassy surface overlooking the Chattahoochee. Yup, that’s here. There is even an easy hiking trail for those more adventurous mommies.

• Playable Art Park (AKA: Abernathy Greenway Park) – This unique Sandy Springs playground features a handful of art structures perfect for climbing and imagining. My youngest liked it even more than the big kid.

• Wills Park – This massive playground in Alpharetta has a special section for the younger set. It’s a great place to meet new mommy friends.

• Old Fourth Ward – Walk the Beltline with kiddo in a stroller and make a stop at this fabulous playground and splashpad. There is something for everyone here.

• Peachtree Dekalb Airport – A great playground next to the airport runway. Kids can enjoy swinging and climbing while watching airplanes take off and land. Playground and parking is free.

• Little Mulberry Park – Play on the playground structures, check out the lake, or walk the hiking trails at this massive park in Dacula.

Read More: PARKS IN ATLANTA: BEST PLAYGROUNDS & PLAY SPACES FOR KIDS IN THE METRO

THINGS TO DO IN ATLANTA WITH TODDLERS: PLACES TO BRING THE BITTY KIDS

• Legoland Discovery Center – Little kids can enjoy the Duplo area with large building blocks and a slide. Note: The All New Legoland Discovery Center at Phipps Plaza will reopen in Spring 2023. Read More: 12+ WAYS LEGOLAND ATLANTA IS AWESOME FOR KIDS

• Chattahoochee Nature Center – We love it here, and we’ve been visiting since before the oldest could walk.  There are plenty of sidewalks if you have a stroller, and the nature paths are short for little legs. Read More: CHATTAHOOCHEE NATURE CENTER: 20+ REASONS WHY YOU’RE GOING TO LOVE IT

• Noah’s Ark -Get closer to the animals that you would at the zoo. Enjoy strolling along under the shade on walking paths perfect for strollers.

• Indoor Water Parks – Get wet, even in winter.  These indoor water parks are great places to get refreshed.

• Paint Your Own Pottery – No, I’m not kidding. Offer your little one a flat piece of ceramic and let them at it. Makes great tree ornaments, trivets, and presents for loved ones. It’s one of our favorite things to do with toddlers on a rainy day.

• Center for Puppetry Arts – Often CPA will have shows for young children. In 2023, see such great programs like Charlotte’s Web and Penguin in my Pocket. They also offer digital puppet shows. Tickets: Get Your Center for Puppetry Arts Museum Tickets Here

• Tot Spot at Atlantic Station – During the summer months, you can take your toddler to Atlantic Station’s Tot Spot on the second Tuesday of every month through October.  You’ll find free crafts, sing-alongs, pre-packaged snacks and more! It’s designed for children under 5 and is free to attend.

• Tellus Science Museum – The space and mineral exhibits might be over their heads, but kids love Big Backyard, with hands-on activities for children. There is also a gem mining area and dino dig. Perfect for a rainy day! Read More: TELLUS MUSEUM: 25 FASCINATING THINGS TO CREATE LASTING FAMILY MEMORIES

• NatureQuest at Fernbank Museum of Natural History – This play escape feels like a mini Disneyland.  Each section is designed like a Georgia habitat, ensuring your little ones are learning while they are playing. On Mondays, preschoolers will enjoy a story and special demonstration with a Fernbank educator during their Storytime events. Outside in WildWoods, little ones will especially love the immersive and interactive exhibits for children found in their Nature Stories section. Read More: WHY FERNBANK MUSEUM IS THE BEST MUSEUM IN ATLANTA FOR KIDS

• Little Shop of Stories – This is a fabulous book store in Decatur that offers kiddo books (tons!) story times, a reading area with a train table, and more things to do with toddlers and older. Read More: 9 EPIC ATLANTA BOOKSTORES YOU DON’T WANT TO MISS

• TinyTowne – This fun attraction in Norcross is a miniature town, complete with cars that kids can drive.

• Zoo Atlanta – The great thing about Zoo Atlanta is that your small children have plenty of animals to see and there are lots of great spots to stop along the way. This stroller-friendly zoo also has a playground, splash pad in the summers, a carousel and a small train to ride on. Read More: 9 Big Questions (+ Answers) That Everyone Asks About Zoo Atlanta | Tickets: Get Your Zoo Atlanta General Admission Tickets

• Children’s Museum of Atlanta – Talk about a place that was made with kids in Atlanta in mind! The Children’s Museum of Atlanta is full of fun interactive exhibits for even the littlest kiddos. You’ll find a great Toddler Zone here, and the Fishing Pond (with real water!) is always a hit. Read More: CHILDREN’S MUSEUM OF ATLANTA: YOUR ULTIMATE GUIDE FOR FUN

• Georgia Aquarium – Take your little ones to the aquarium and watch them be amazed. The penguins and beluga whales are always a hit, and the Ocean Voyager section features a tunnel where your little ones will be surrounded by sea life! Read More: GEORGIA AQUARIUM: ATLANTA’S BELOVED ATTRACTION LIVES UP TO THE HYPE | Tickets: Skip-the-Purchase-Line Georgia Aquarium Tickets

• Toddler Storytime at the Atlanta History Center – Visit the museum gift shop every first Wednesday of the month for a unique experience that includes arts and crafts projects, music, and story time. It’s designed for ages 1-5. Read More: ATLANTA HISTORY CENTER: 27 AWESOME THINGS YOU HAVE TO EXPERIENCE

THINGS TO DO IN ATLANTA WITH TODDLERS: BEST HIKES FOR SMALL KIDDOS

• Dunwoody Nature Center – Short hikes, a tree house, playground, boardwalk, and creek make this ideal for kiddos.

• Piedmont Park – Feed the ducks at the pond, play on one of several playgrounds, or stroll around on the paved streets.

• Big Tree Forest Preserve – Head left on the trail and hit the creek faster. This is perfect shallow water with (almost) no slippery rocks. A great place to picnic and play in the water all afternoon.

• Reynolds Nature Preserve – Enjoy the ponds with turtles, and short easy hikes.

• Rolater Park – There is a playground on one end and a creek on the other.  You can splash in the downstream area or taste the water from the spring. The hike is less than a mile.

• Olde Rope Mill – Creek play, a bridge to run over, and flat paved areas for playing with push toys.

• Sawnee Mountain Preserve – Play in the large treehouse, see the fairy houses, or play on the playground. The boys love the in-ground slide and natural building area.

• Island Ford – Flat easy trails with trees to climb, and ducks to watch.

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Lesli Peterson, the driving force behind 365 Atlanta Traveler, is THE authority on the best things to do in Atlanta. She's been the Family Travel Ambassador for the Georgia Tourism Department, a regular travel expert on Fox 5 Atlanta, 11 Alive Atlanta, and The Weather Channel, and authored countless digital and print articles about her travel from and in Atlanta.

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