GEORGIA AQUARIUM: ATLANTA'S BELOVED ATTRACTION LIVES UP TO THE HYPE

Georgia Aquarium: Atlanta’s Beloved Attraction Lives Up to the Hype

The Georgia Aquarium houses more than 11 million gallons of fresh and marine water and more than 100,000 animals including four whale sharks, the largest fish on the planet. It consistently ranks as the best attraction in the state, but is it really worthy of all the accolades?

THE WEIRD, WACKY AND WONDERFUL SCHOOL BUS GRAVEYARD

The Weird, Wacky and Wonderful School Bus Graveyard

What happens when a school bus no longer takes kids to school? It goes to a school bus graveyard of course! The Alonzo Wade school bus graveyard in North Georgia is truly a special roadside attraction you don’t want to miss.

Scenic view of Lake Blue Ridge on a day trip from Atlanta, Georgia

Best Day Trips from Atlanta

The best day trips from Atlanta include Blue Ridge for mountain scenery, Chattanooga for family adventures, and Senoia for small-town charm. All destinations are within 3 hours of the city.

The Painted Pin for “Old-School” Weekend Family Fun

The Painted Pin for “Old-School” Weekend Family Fun

The family headed into Buckhead last weekend to check out The Painted Pin. Regularly an Over 21 upscale bar, that happens to include incredible bowling and other fun games…families are welcome before 5pm on Saturdays and Sundays.

WHY A VISIT TO THE MONASTERY OF THE HOLY SPIRIT MAY SURPRISE YOU

Why a Visit to the Monastery of the Holy Spirit May Surprise You

You don’t have to be Catholic to visit the Monastery of the Holy Spirit in Conyers, GA. In fact, the resident monks welcome everyone, regardless of religion. What surprised me most when we visited the Monastery of the Holy Spirit was that the monastic life principles of prayer, work, silence, solitude and community, are something we all need. Here’s everything we learned during our visit to the Monastery of the Holy Spirit.

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10 Free Attractions & Activities With Your Georgia Aquarium Ticket

Your general admission ticket offers so many perks! Take a look below at the 10 attractions and activities you get for free with your basic ticket. You can spend the entire day here and not get it all in. When you realize just how much you get for your ticket, you realize what a deal it actually is.