Start your trip in Atlanta at the Centennial Olympic Park, which was created for the 1996 Summer Olympics. Take a stroll around the lush green space and enjoy the fountains and public art installations. From there, you can walk to other attractions nearby like the World of Coca-Cola and the Georgia Aquarium.
Visit the birthplace and final resting place of the civil rights movement leader, Martin Luther King Jr. Walk through the exhibits in the visitor center and see the historic Ebenezer Baptist Church where King and his father preached. The park also includes the King Center, which has the crypts of Dr. King and his wife, Coretta Scott King.
Take a self-guided walking tour of Atlanta's vibrant street art scene. Start at the Krog Street Tunnel and work your way down to the Beltline's Eastside Trail. Be sure to stop and take photos at the popular Krog Street Market and the colorful murals in the Old Fourth Ward neighborhood.
End your trip with a visit to the Oakland Cemetery, a 48-acre garden cemetery in the heart of Atlanta. The cemetery is the final resting place of many historic figures, including former Atlanta mayors, famous authors and Civil War soldiers. Take a self-guided tour or join a guided tour to learn more about the history and architecture of the cemetery.
If you have more time, consider visiting other attractions like the High Museum of Art or the Atlanta Botanical Garden. For a budget-friendly meal, check out Ponce City Market or Sweet Auburn Curb Market. If you have less time, you can visit the Centennial Olympic Park and the Georgia Aquarium in half a day.