Best Museums in Atlanta

"The High Museum of Art is located in the arts district of Atlanta. This is the perfect place for those interested in arts, history and culture, as it combines all three in its variety of fascinating exhibitions and displays. You can look forward to a choice of exhibitions when you visit this museum, which dates back to the early 1900s."

"The High Museum of Art is one of the nation’s leading art museums with more than 17,000 pieces of art. You can find work by Monet, Ernst, Tournier and so much more. The collections include African art, European art, American art, and different kinds of folk art."

"The Coca Cola brand has become a household name both in the United States and around the world over the decades. Now you can learn all about the Coca Cola story with a visit to the wonderful World of Coca Cola in Atlanta. You will be able to look forward to a fascinating tour as you learn about the world of Coca Cola and of course there will be plenty of tasting to enjoy during your time there."

"For anyone who has ever wondered what Coca-Cola tastes like in every nation of the world, this is the place to go. One of the top attractions in Atlanta, a new museum was revamped and relocated in 2007 to house a larger collection of company paraphernalia. Sixty years of jingles, ads dating back to the 1800’s, and a 4-D movie experience are just a few of the things to experience here."

"Obligatory if you’re in Atlanta with kids, the Fernbank Museum of Natural History creates moments of wonder with its dinosaur skeletons, immersive encounters, hundreds of hands-on activities, fossils, life-sized whale replicas, five-storey 4K theatre and 65 acres of mature forest. “A Walk Through Time in Georgia” is a handy introduction to the state’s natural history, through 15 galleries using geological and fossil records to show what the landscape would have looked like over millions of years. Youngsters are sure to love the life-sizes bronze statues of dinosaurs outside at “Dinosaur Plaza”, and at “Giants of the Mesozoic” in the Great Hall you’ll be met by argentinosaurus, the largest dinosaur ever recorded, facing off against a 14.3-metre-long giganotosaurus."

"From the largest dinosaurs ever discovered, to the biggest movie screen in Atlanta, Fernbank Museum offers a world of adventure for all ages. Immersive, hands-on exhibitions make science, culture and natural history come alive in a big way!"

"Address: 275 Centennial Olympic Park Dr NW, Atlanta, GA 30313. The Children’s Museum of Atlanta offers hours of hands-on fun and an unparalleled educational experience for kids. This kid-friendly paradise has exhibits exploring informative topics ranging from science and nutrition to creativity and engineering."

"275 Centennial Olympic Park Dr NWATL, GA 30313(404) 659-5437. From engineering to nutrition, the Children’s Museum of Atlanta features a wide range of exhibitions for curious kiddos. For a memorable visit, allow your children to show their paintings and creativity in the charming art studio."

"There’s much to love about this museum on Emory University’s main campus, some five miles north-east of Downtown. The Michael C. Carlos Museum holds the largest inventory of ancient art of any museum in the Southeast. The collections cover Ancient Egypt, Nubia, Greece, Rome, American pre-Columbian art, the Near East and Africa."

"571 South Kilgo Cir NEAtlanta, GA 30322, United States(404) 727-4282. Michael C. Carlo Museum was established in 1919 and is one of the first museums in the Southwest region of the country. It boasts of about ten mummies from the ancient city of Egypt."

"Although it’s been more than 150 years since the Civil War ended, and a woman holds the second-highest office in the land, the history lessons taught in school still predominantly derive from the perspective of white European males, beginning with Christopher Columbus. But just down Auburn Ave from The King Center, the APEX Museum is dedicated to emphasizing the contributions that Black Americans have made throughout history by telling our nation’s story from their eyes. Dive into the horrifying realities of the African Holocaust during the Trans-Atlantic Slave Trade, discover Atlanta’s first African American-owned businesses, admire the accomplishments of chemist Alice Ball, and so much more when you visit APEX."

"675 Metropolitan Pkwy SW Suite 3118, Atlanta, GA 30310-2096+1 678-856-4991[email protected]http://ancientafricanhistorymuseum.com. At the Ancient African History Museum, we aspire to bring the hidden history of Africa to life!. As a small museum, we focus on prehistoric through medieval periods of African history."

"The African-American Panoramic Experience Museum shares the story of African and African-American history and culture. There are different exhibits, artifacts, and presentations across many different eras in history. You’ll find things that date back to ancient African civilizations back to 5500 B.C."

"The Breman Museum is devoted to the history of the Jewish people. Permanent exhibits describe the experience of the Holocaust from the perspective of Atlanta’s Holocaust survivors through film, photography and other artifacts. Special exhibits document aspects of Jewish life in Atlanta and the South."

"There is no fee to visit the Atlanta Monetary Museum at the Federal Reserve Bank of Atlanta, but you will need to show a valid government-issued ID. Photo courtesy of Pixabay. To learn more about the history of money, from bartering goods to the paper money and coins in circulation today, and the Federal Reserve’s role with respect to the American economy, head to the Atlanta Monetary Museum."

"In midtown Atlanta on Peachtree Street you will see the stunning Reserve Bank of Atlanta. You might not think there is a lot to do at the Reserve Bank of Atlanta but it consistently rates as one of the very best free stuff to do in Atlanta. It is cool to get a peak inside the workings and operations of a bank!"

"In the eastern suburb of Decatur, about 20 minutes from downtown Atlanta, the Waffle House Museum preserves the original location of the 24-hour, breakfast-all-day chain that now boasts more than 2,000 locations from coast to coast. The arrow on the bumblebee-colored signature sign points you to the restored restaurant and memorabilia-packed museum. See the chain’s original menus, place settings, uniforms, and more."

"Waffle Houses are a common sight in the United States and you can visit the original restaurant. At the small Waffle House Museum, you can step back in time and look through past uniforms, dishes from different decades, and a collection of menus. It’s a kitschy little spot, but many people have a special place for the Waffle House chain and might love stopping at this little museum that pays homage."

"Open since 1931, this historic venue has hummed at the heart of Buckhead’s nightlife for nearly 90 years. 10.5 Miles from Hotel Colee. 3110 Roswell Rd NE, Atlanta, GA 30305"

"Cupcakes are the perfect size for eating those feelings right now, and Kupcakerie in East Point is ready to serve. Desserts are available to order online for pick-up or delivery. For a fun activity at home, order the cupcake kit: a half dozen cupcakes, buttercream or cream cheese frosting, and sprinkles."

"Inman ParkJake’s Ice Cream is a classic shop with an unbelievable variety of flavors, making it one of Atlanta’s go-tos for frozen treats that you can’t find in a typical grocery store. The shop boasts five variations of vanilla and nearly a dozen different chocolate flavors, and it also gives you plenty of options on how you can enjoy your ice cream. If you live in the Tri-Cities, Old Fourth Ward, and Inman Park areas, you can have it delivered directly to your home, or you can give any—or all—of them a try the next time you hit the BeltLine.How to order: Takeout or delivery online"

"If seeking gluten-free waffles and pancakes, head to Good Karma in Avondale Estates. The menu is entirely gluten-free and they have a vegan menu, as well. Meat lovers: try the ham and cheese waffle, which bakes ham and cheese into the waffle batter making it a delight to bite into."

"At Jake’s Ice Cream you can expect excellent service and hand crafted ice cream creations. They’ve been serving up delicious desserts since 1999. With comfort food inspired favorites like cherry pie and animal cracker cones, you’ll be hit with a wave of nostalgia."

"Amélie’s is a Parisian, French-themed coffeehouse in midtown, quite close to the campus of Georgia Tech. The pastries and sandwiches are delicately prepared and fresh, as is the coffee, of which they have several blends. Abuzz with college students, young professionals, and other Atlanta locals of nearly every type, it seems Amélie’s and its blue pinstriped interior are proving more than inviting enough to keep its guests coming back for more."

"From breakfast sandwiches on fresh croissants, to vegetarian soups and smooth, robust coffee, Amelie’s pulls guests into the culinary scene of France without ever boarding a plane. All of the pastries are mouthwatering, with almond croissants and macarons being standouts. One can get lost in the whimsical decor—it’s the perfect city escape."

"Based out of Charlotte, Amelie’s set up shop in Westside a couple of years ago with French-inspired baked goods. Full breakfast is available with tarts, croissants, and turnovers."

"Simply put, this tasty nook predominantly serves up amazing cakes at several Atlanta locations— if you’re really hooked, you can order online!. To each their own, but the Orange Layer Cake is off the hook and flavored with orange juice to mimic a creamsicle-sherbet taste. Peach Pound Cake screams Georgia making it another top pick, and the Cookies n’ Cream flavor melts in your mouth."

"I asked my fantastic food blogging buddies at the Atlanta Food Bloggers’ Society (www.atlantafoodbloggersociety.com ) about their favorite place to get a birthday cake and the overwhelming favorite is Piece Of Cake. Choose from Hummingbird Cake (contains no actual hummingbirds), Red Velvet, Strawberry and so much more. www.pieceofcakeinc.com"

"Piece of Cake’s specialty resides in its custom cakes (duh). Roughly 25 flavors are available at any time, and other confectionaries available include cupcakes, cookies, brownies, and more."

"Murphy’s is one of Atlanta’s most loved restaurants, and has been for more than 30 years. The acclaimed restaurant brings in crowds of locals and visitors with their perfect combination of high quality food, amazing service, and comfortable atmosphere. Their chefs successfully create American contemporary food that focuses on fresh and local ingredients."

"Murphy's is a classic and welcoming Atlanta institution that is a must-go spot for any visitor. In the middle of the Virginia Highlands neighborhood, Murphy's is a combination rest..."

"If you make a list of the best brunch places in Atlanta and don’t include Murphy’s, does your list even exist?"