A view of the entire field at an Atlanta Braves baseball game at Truist Park.

Things To Do in Atlanta

Atlanta is thriving with electrifying attractions, activities, and events that are sure to excite business and leisure travelers alike. Atlanta offers a balance of historical attractions, delicious dining, electrifying nightlife, and family fun.

When staying at Crowne Plaza Atlanta Midtown, you are positioned between two of Atlanta’s bustling neighborhoods – Downtown and Midtown. Midtown Atlanta gives you access to arts and entertainment. There are cultural surprises like Margaret Mitchell House and the Museum of Design Atlanta. The Atlanta Botanical Garden set next to Piedmont Park provides some natural beauty to help revitalize you. Downtown Atlanta offers tourist delights like the World of Coca-Cola, the Children’s Museum of Atlanta, the College Football Hall of Fame, as well as the Centennial Olympic Park.

Dinner and wine at Next restaurant in Crowne Plaza Atlanta Midtown.
Inside the Metropolitan Atlanta Rapid Transit Authority (MARTA) subway terminal in Atlanta.

Discover Our City

Gateway to Atlanta

MARTA is Atlanta’s public transportation system, providing safe and efficient transit for our guests to all parts of Atlanta. You do not have to choose one part of the city over the other when you visit Atlanta.

If your plans in Atlanta are not in line with the MARTA, you can use Uber to get door-to-door. A lot of the essential elements of Atlanta are a short, inexpensive ride away.

Come explore and discover all of Atlanta!

An elevated view of the Atlanta skyline at night.

Things to Do

Area Attractions and Entertainment

World of Coca-Cola

Learn about the history and future of Coca-Cola through a wide variety of exhibits at the World of Coca-Cola. From checking out Coca-Cola historical artifacts to meeting the famous and lovable Coca-Cola Polar Bear, you will experience many fun and educational exhibits as you tour the World of Coca-Cola.

Fox Theatre

One of Atlanta’s premier venues for live entertainment, the historic Fox Theatre hosts a plethora of performances each year including Broadway shows, live music, and comedy shows.

Atlanta Botanical Garden

Featuring beautiful plant collections and impressive displays, the 30 acres of outdoor gardens at the Atlanta Botanical Garden are a must-see Atlanta attraction.

CNN Center

Head over to the CNN Center and take a tour of the global CNN headquarters. Guided CNN tours feature live video and audio feeds, live broadcast educational demonstrations, a sneak peak at CNN’s new HD studio, and much more!

Centennial Olympic Park

The beautiful Fountain of Rings at Centennial Olympic Park is the perfect place to enjoy a relaxing afternoon. The 21-acre park in Downtown Atlanta hosts a variety of events, shows, and activities.

Six Flags Over Georgia

Do you have a need for speed? Come to Six Flags Over Georgia and enjoy a day of thrilling roller coasters.

Paintings in an art gallery, photographed using a long exposure to show the ghostly movements of patrons.

Things to Do

Museums

Center for Civil and Human Rights

Located in downtown Atlanta, the Center for Civil and Human Rights connects the historic American Civil Rights Movement to today’s Global Human Rights Movements through a wide-variety of engaging and interactive galleries.

Fernbank Museum of Natural History

Enjoy seeing the world’s largest dinosaurs, interacting with hands-on exhibits, and much more when you spend a day at the Fernbank Museum of Natural History.

High Museum of Art

Located in the heart of the city’s arts district, High Museum of Art is one of the South’s leading art museums.  Their diverse collection consists of more than 14,000 works of classic and contemporary art.

Children's Museum of Atlanta

Bring your kids to the Children’s Museum of Atlanta for a day of exploring, learning, and educating. From experiencing life on a farm to learning how construction machines work, you and your kids will love the wide variety of fun and educational exhibits at Children’s Museum of Atlanta.

Mercedes-Benz Stadium exterior at dusk.

Things to Do

Sports Teams & Attractions

Truist Park - Atlanta Braves

There’s no better way to spend a sunny summer day than enjoying a hot dog and ice cold beverage while cheering for your favorite baseball team. The brand new home of the Atlanta Braves, Truist Park offers game seats starting at just $7 and houses many tasty dining options, including Terrapin Taproom and more.

Mercedes-Benz Stadium - Atlanta Falcons

Mercedes-Benz Stadium is a brand new state of the art stadium, home of the Atlanta Falcons. The stadium was created to provide the ultimate fan experience for lasting memories with friends and family You won’t miss any of the action with over 91,000 square feet of LED video boards throughout the stadium.

State Farm Arena - Atlanta Hawks

Home to the Atlanta Hawks, State Farm Arena is a multi-purpose facility bringing in over 1.6 million guests annually through a variety of sporting events and shows. Garth Brooks, Usher, Fleetwood Mac, The Black Keys, and Maroon 5 are just a few of the top-notch concert tours that have been hosted at State Farm Arena.

Bobby Dodd Stadium – Georgia Tech

Looking to be in the center of all the action? Head over to Bobby Dodd Stadium to cheer on the Georgia Tech Yellow Jackets alongside thousands of fans. The stadium is a quick walk from our hotel, making it easy for our guests to catch the next Georgia Tech football game! If you weren’t able to get tickets to the Yellow Jacket’s game, and don’t want to miss out on the action, take a look outside our windows! Fans staying with us on game day have an amazing view of the stadium from our hotel.

College Football Hall of Fame

Experience the tradition of college football by spending a day at the College Football Hall of Fame. Featuring a 45-yard replica football field, Game Day Theater, an interactive hall of fame wall, and much more, this attraction is a perfect way to spend the day for football lovers.

Two couples enjoying dinner and wine together at a restaurant.

Things to Do

Midtown Atlanta Area Restaurants

With our prime location in the heart of Atlanta, there are over 200 restaurants and bars within a 2-mile radius of our hotel. Check out some of our area picks below!

Baraonda

Taste delicious Italian flavors at Baraonda! Find a large selection of pizzas, pastas, wines, and desserts!

Location: 710 Peachtree Street Northeast, Atlanta, GA 30308 | 0.4 miles | 8 Minute Walk

South City Kitchen

Enjoy all of your home style classics with a side of Southern hospitality! South City Kitchen favorites include their famous fried chicken and homemade pecan pie.

Location: 1144 Crescent Avenue Northeast, Atlanta, GA 30309 | 1.3 miles | 8 Minute Drive

Mary Mac's Tea Room

Indulge in your Southern-style favorites at Mary Mac’s Tea Room, “Atlanta’s Dining Room”. Enjoy a warm chicken pot pie, fried select oysters, or a Georgia peach cobbler.

Location: 224 Ponce De Leon Avenue Northeast, Atlanta, GA 30308 | 0.6 Miles | 4 Minute Drive