Great Lakes Travel Guide
Atlanta
Visit Great Lakes
Popular places to visit
Mercedes-Benz Stadium
Catch an event at Mercedes-Benz Stadium during your trip to Atlanta. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the lively bars while you're in the area.
Georgia Aquarium
Discover thousands of sea creatures at the world’s biggest aquarium.
Truist Park
Catch an event at Truist Park during your trip to Atlanta. Discover the area's top-notch restaurants and its great live music.
State Farm Arena
The home of the Atlanta Hawks and the Atlanta Dream basketball teams is a multi-purpose indoor venue for games, concerts and shows.
Six Flags Over Georgia
Enjoy roller coasters, water slides, go-karts and more at this family-friendly theme park located just outside of Austin, Georgia.
Centennial Olympic Park
This urban oasis offers walking paths, lawns for relaxing or playing Frisbee, and a series of public events to enjoy throughout the year.
Things to do
World of Coca-Cola General Admission Ticket
Atlanta: SkyView Ferris Wheel Ticket
Atlanta: Center for Puppetry Arts, Worlds of Puppetry Museum
Atlanta: Atlanta Braves' Truist Park Guided Tour
Top hotels in Great Lakes
Atlanta Marriott Marquis
"Enjoyable for all ages. Walking distance for downtown Atlanta"
Reviewed on 8 Jun 2026
The Westin Atlanta Airport
"The room was spacious, the bed was super comfy and it was one of my new favorite places to stay while in Atlanta. The staff were super friendly and helpful. Over all, I did not have any issues at all."
Reviewed on 9 Jun 2026
Hilton Atlanta
"Hilton has quite a bit to offer, shops, quite a few restaurants, numerous conference rooms, pickleball court, gym, etc., though I did not eat at any of the restaurants at the Hilton, it is convenient having that option. The rooms were clean, however, upon check-in, there was a sticky spot on the ..."
Reviewed on 9 Jun 2026
Reverb by Hard Rock Downtown Atlanta
"I loved it all. As a Canadian staying there I felt welcomed and safe."
Reviewed on 8 Jun 2026
The Westin Peachtree Plaza, Atlanta
"Awesome hotel with service"
Reviewed on 8 Jun 2026
Hyatt Regency Atlanta Downtown
"Amazing prime time!"
Reviewed on 9 Jun 2026
Where to stay in Great Lakes
Downtown Atlanta
State Farm Arena and Mercedes-Benz Stadium are a few top attractions in Downtown Atlanta. Hop around the city on the metro at Five Points Station or Dome-GWCC-Philips Arena-CNN Center Station and check out the area's must-see aquarium, great live music and popular shops.
Midtown
Travellers love Midtown for its fantastic nightlife, and you can see more of Atlanta by jumping on the metro at Midtown Station or Arts Center Station. You might spend time checking out top sights like McCamish Pavilion and Atlanta Symphony Hall.
Buckhead
Known for its fantastic nightlife and popular shops, there's plenty to explore in Buckhead. Check out top attractions like Buckhead Theatre and Atlanta History Center, and jump on the metro at Buckhead Station or Lenox Station to see more of the city.
Sandy Springs
Enjoy the popular shops in Sandy Springs. Morgan Falls Overlook Park is a worthwhile stop, and you can jump on the metro at Sandy Springs Station or North Springs Station to see more of Atlanta.
Cumberland
Travellers to Cumberland praise its popular shops. If you've got some more time to explore, be sure to stop by Truist Park and The Battery Atlanta.
