Fabulous Fox Theatre

660 Peachtree St NE, Atlanta, GA 30308 404-881-2100

Description: MIDTOWN. The historic Fox Theatre on venerable Peachtree Street has earned a reputation over the years as a wonderful venue for concerts, movies, plays, and performances. Even if you can't catch a show, don't miss the stunning Middle Eastern-style facility, which features dramatic minarets, shining marble, ornate carvings, and decadent decor. Guided tours are available when performance schedules permit. NB Tours are cash or check only. MARTA: Civic Center
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Inside CNN Tour

1 CNN Ctr, Atlanta, GA 30303 404-827-2300

Description: DOWNTOWN. Experience Inside CNN Atlanta and see global news in the making. Go behind the scenes to see how a production comes together, and view television broadcast innovations and the technology that makes global news-gathering a reality. You may catch sight of your favorite TV journalist, and you can even try your hand at broadcasting or volunteer to give the weather in a real studio. Children under 4 are not permitted on the tour. Reservations are recommended since tours tend to sell out hours, sometimes days, in advance. MARTA: CNN Center
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Stone Mountain Park

6867 Memorial Dr, Stone Mountain, GA 30087 770-498-5690

Description: STONE MOUNTAIN. This 3200-acre park surrounds the world's largest granite monolith ­ you can walk to the top or take a chairlift both ways. A park highlight (and its telltale feature) is a carving on the sheer rock mountainside that honors Confederate President Jefferson Davis and Generals Robert E. Lee and Thomas J. "Stonewall" Jackson. Impressive laser shows are presented during summer months along with special weekend events such as chili cook-offs and ribs festivals. Entry fee is cash only.
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Turner Field

755 Hank Aaron Dr, Atlanta, GA 30315 404-614-2310

Description: DOWNTOWN. This brick-and-limestone ballpark was built for the 1996 Olympic Games and then revamped as Turner Field. The park, home of the Atlanta Braves, boasts modern facilities and plenty of extras, including interactive games, restaurants, a gift shop, and a museum and hall of fame (additional fee) with Hank Aaron memorabilia and other historical exhibits. Near the entry plaza are statues of the most legendary Braves. Turner Field generally opens three hours before game time, providing a great opportunity for folks to catch batting practice or score a few autographs. During the off-season, tours of the park allow visitors to explore the bullpen, press box, dugout, and locker rooms.
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