The Top 10 Things To Do And See In Druid Hills, Atlanta
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Atlanta is the bustling capital of Georgia. It’s the most populous city in the state and has countless attractions from Centennial Olympic Park to the Martin Luther King Jr. National Historic Site. Druid Hills, a neighborhood in Atlanta, is a beautiful area to visit with its eminent landscape and attractions, from Olmsted Linear Park to Georgia Aquarium. We have compiled a list of the top 10 things to do in the area.
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1. Georgia Aquarium
Aquarium
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The Georgia Aquarium is an excellent place to visit because it provides an entertaining and educational experience for guests of all ages. This attraction promotes a fun and enjoyable experience while instilling in its guests a new appreciation for the world’s aquatic biodiversity. The aquarium supports, conducts and leads research on environmental and conservation issues. It also hosts a variety of unique programs and activities including shows, animal interactions and behind-the-seas tours.
Price: Mid-range
Opening hours: 9am – 8pm (Mon – Sun)
Watch out for: the dining options
Price: Mid-range
Opening hours: 9am – 8pm (Mon – Sun)
Watch out for: the dining options
2. Olmsted Linear Park
Park
![Olmsted Linear Park](https://cdn-v2.theculturetrip.com/10x/wp-content/uploads/2018/03/2024644.webp)
The Olmsted Linear Park Alliance is a public-private partnership founded in 1997 that raised more than $9.5 million for the restoration and preservation of the park. The six segments – Oak Grove, Shadyside, Virgilee, Dellwood, Springdale, and Deepdene – have been rehabilitated for everyone to enjoy, whether they’re taking a leisurely stroll, talking with neighbors, or just embracing the beauty of the park. Its pathways allow visitors to explore the most scenic routes.
Price: Budget
Watch out for: the Plein Air paint competition
Price: Budget
Watch out for: the Plein Air paint competition