10 TOP Things to Do in The Perimeter January 2026

Construction site with heavy machines working along busy Interstate 285 highway, Perimeter Center office towers skylines, midtown Atlanta, Georgia, USA

Exploring the largest aquarium in North America can be an all day event. There are so many amazing animals to see and even a dolphin show. #blue

We love exploring old cemeteries. The historic Oakland Cemetery is the final resting place of famous golfer Bobby Jones, whose well wishers have adorned his grave with dozens of golf balls in his memory. Author of Gone with the Wind, Margaret Mitchell is also buried here, as are thousands of confederate soldiers, politicians, businessmen and women ans other notable historical figures.

The parade of aquatic life that was part of the Ocean Voyage Exhibit of Atlanta's Georgia Aquarium was entirely mesmerizing. My husband and I sat for at least 15 minutes watching one species after the other effortlessly float by in the largest aquarium habitat in the world (6.3 million gallons of seawater). Arrive early to make the most of all this suburb site has to offer. Check out our entire visit via my blog at http://www.aplacecalledroam.com/home/georgia-aquarium-atlantas-must-see-underwater-world .

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What to do in The Perimeter

Popular places to visit

Georgia Aquarium

4.5/5(13 reviews)

Discover thousands of sea creatures at the world’s biggest aquarium.

Mercedes-Benz Stadium

4/5(4 reviews)

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.

State Farm Arena

4/5(6 reviews)

The home of the Atlanta Hawks and the Atlanta Dream basketball teams is a multi-purpose indoor venue for games, concerts and shows.

Georgia World Congress Center

4.5/5(5 reviews)

During your trip, find out what's happening in Georgia World Congress Center, a top convention centre in Atlanta. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the lively bars while you're in the area.

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Truist Park

4.5/5(4 reviews)

Catch an event at Truist Park during your trip to Atlanta. Discover the area's top-notch restaurants and its lively festivals.

Emory University

5/5(5 reviews)

Walk around the campus of Emory University, a top university in Atlanta. Experience the area's acclaimed art galleries and entertainment choices.

Georgia Institute of Technology

3/5(1 review)

Walk around the campus of Georgia Institute of Technology, a well-known university in Atlanta. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the lively bars while you're in the area.

Centennial Olympic Park

4/5(25 reviews)

This urban oasis offers walking paths, lawns for relaxing or playing Frisbee, and a series of public events to enjoy throughout the year.

The Battery Atlanta

You can do some window-shopping at The Battery Atlanta during your visit to Atlanta. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.

Explore areas of The Perimeter

World of Coca Cola which includes autumn colours, a skyscraper and skyline

Downtown Atlanta

3.5/5(27 area reviews)

Mercedes-Benz Stadium and State Farm Arena 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.

Federal Reserve Bank of Atlanta showing cuddly or friendly animals, a park and a city

Midtown

4/5(6 area reviews)

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 Margaret Mitchell House and Museum and McCamish Pavilion.

Atlanta History Center showing autumn colours and landscape views

Buckhead

4.5/5(12 area reviews)

Known for its elegant residential neighborhoods, this affluent Atlanta district has upscale shopping malls, lush parks and a museum that honors the antebellum South.

Peachtree Center

While you're in Peachtree Center, take in top sights like AmericasMart and jump on the metro at Peachtree Center Station to see more of the city.

Cumberland

4.5/5(4 area reviews)

Travellers to Cumberland praise its popular shops. If you've got some more time to explore, be sure to stop by Truist Park and Cobb Energy Performing Arts Centre.

Westside

While you're in Westside, take in top sights like Atlantic Station or Topgolf, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Bankhead Station or West Lake Station.