Must See Sights and Landmarks in Kennesaw Area

"This historic site includes several buildings, including the boyhood home of this civil rights leader, as well as the church where his father, and later King himself first came to preach. The firehouse that was once a main community center in the sixties, a civil rights walk of fame, and the “I Have a Dream” international world peace rose garden are also a part of this historic park. Opposite the visitor center, a large mural depicts scenes in Dr. Martin Luther King’s life."

"Learn about civil rights icon Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. at this 35-acre complex that includes an interactive visitor’s center (look for the Junior Ranger activity books), the Ebenezer Baptist Church where King was a pastor, his gravesite, and even his birth home a few blocks away."

"On this tour, learn about the city’s history and architecture with a stop at the beautiful 1928 Swan House and a visit to either the Margaret Mitchell House, the governor’s mansion, or the Rhodes Hall. Details of the tour depend on the day of the week and other details, but with three historic homes and two famous neighborhoods, you will learn more about Atlanta than on any other city tour."

"If you’re looking for something a little more vintage, Atlanta’s still got you covered. The Swan House was designed by Phillip T. Shutze for an elite married couple. Once they died, the mansion and its grounds were acquired by the Atlanta Historical Society."

"The official memorial dedicated to the legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Exhibits illustrate his life and teachings; highlights include Freedom Hall and The Eternal Flame. The King Center Library, archives, King’s final resting place, a gift shop and other facilities are also on-site."

"BAPS Shri Swaminarayan Mandir opened in 2007; the ornately carved temple is the largest of its kind outside the motherland, chiseled from Italian marble, Turkish limestone, and Indian sandstone. It’s free to enter, but guests are asked to bring one vegetarian canned good for donation."

"While many murals are scattered around the city, you can find the majority of them in East Atlanta Village and in Sweet Auburn, near downtown. Street art is a great way to connect with the local artistic culture of the city. If you have a few hours during the day, conduct your own Atlanta street art tour."

"This lovely chain of trail-connected parks along Ponce de Leon Avenue was designed in the 1890s by Frederick Law Olmsted Sr., whose work included the Emerald Necklace of Boston, The Biltmore Estate in Asheville and New York City’s Central Park. These six segments of parks collectively form an Atlanta treasure."

"The Herndon Home is the former residence of Alonzo Franklin Herndon. Born into slavery in 1858, Herndon went on to be one of the most successful African-American businessmen in the South and Atlanta’s first black millionaire. The imposing Greek Revival mansion, constructed between 1905 and 1910, is also notable for being designed by a woman, Adrienne McNeil Herndon (Alonzo Herndon’s first wife), in an era in which this was rare."

"Perc Coffee Roasters just opened its first Atlanta-area coffee shop at the Hosea + 2nd development in East Lake. The Savannah-based shop resides in the second phase of the development, located at the corner of Hosea L. Williams Drive and 2nd Avenue. In addition to coffee, coffee drinks, and non-alcoholic cold brew coffee cocktails, grab sandwiches, biscuits, fresh breads, and pastries from baker Sarah Dodge (8ARM, Bread is Good) and her crew from the kitchen at Perc."

"PERC was founded in Savannah back in 2010, and this local favorite added a second location in Atlanta 2020!. The space features plenty of natural lighting and vibrant colors. PERC offers drip coffee, the classics, manual brew, seasonal drinks, and even flights of coffee."

"This Mexican restaurant has been growing in popularity and business ever since four foodie friends opened its doors in 2009. Verde’s motto started as “fresh taste, local flavor” and it has remained true to this statement. This is a great hangout spot for lunch and dinner with friends, family, young professionals, or a date."