Chattanooga Tennessee riverfront — a top out-of-state day trip from Atlanta

Best Family Day Trips from Atlanta

The best family day trips from Atlanta include Great Wolf Lodge in LaGrange for an indoor water park, Tellus Science Museum in Cartersville for hands-on exhibits, and Chattanooga for aquariums and outdoor adventures. All are within 2 hours.

Scenic mountain town of Blue Ridge, Georgia — one of the best mountain day trips from Atlanta

Best Mountain Day Trips from Atlanta

The best mountain day trips from Atlanta include Blue Ridge for scenic railways and apple orchards, Helen for Bavarian charm and tubing, and Cloudland Canyon for dramatic hiking. All are within 2 hours of the city.

Charming downtown Senoia, Georgia — one of the best small town day trips from Atlanta

Best Small Town Day Trips from Atlanta

The best small town day trips from Atlanta include Senoia for Walking Dead fans and charming antique shops, Macon for the Cherry Blossom Festival, and Athens for incredible food and music. All are within 2 hours of the city.

Scenic view of Asheville, North Carolina — a top out-of-state day trip from Atlanta

Best Out-of-State Day Trips from Atlanta

The best out-of-state day trips from Atlanta include Chattanooga TN for family-friendly adventures, Greenville SC for a walkable downtown and waterfalls, and Asheville NC for mountain scenery and food. All are within 3.5 hours.

Laramie, WY: Come for the Hike, Stay for the History

Laramie, WY: Come for the Hike, Stay for the History

Laramie is a two-for-one: Medicine Bow National Forest is wild on the edges and downtown’s unique historical stories can’t be beat. We came chasing alpine lakes and granite scrambles—but found ourselves also tugged into jail cells, voting booths, and train … Read More

25+ Best Water Parks in Georgia for Splish-Splash Fun

25+ Best Water Parks in Georgia for Splish-Splash Fun

Most of the water parks in Georgia are open Memorial Day to Labor Day, and they include everything from full-fledged water parks to county-run aquatic centers. These parks offer some of the best ways to beat the Georgia heat!