Big Shanty
Atlanta
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Popular places to visit

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.

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.

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.

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.

Emory University
Walk around the campus of Emory University, a top university in Atlanta. Experience the area's great live music and acclaimed theatre scene.
Things to do

Atlanta CityPASS® : Admission to Top 5 Atlanta Attractions

Atlanta: SkyView Ferris Wheel Ticket

City Lights Atlanta Night-Time Tour with Photos & Dinner Stop

Atlanta: Chattahoochee River Tubing Experience

Atlanta: 1.5-Hour Highlight Trolley Tour
Top hotels in Big Shanty

The Brookhaven Atlanta Hotel
Reviewed on 14 Jul 2025

Wyndham Atlanta Buckhead Hotel & Conference Center
Reviewed on 13 Jul 2025

Hampton Inn & Suites Atlanta Buckhead Place
Reviewed on 14 Jul 2025

DoubleTree by Hilton Atlanta Perimeter Dunwoody
Reviewed on 11 Jul 2025

The Whitley, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Atlanta Buckhead
Reviewed on 13 Jul 2025

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Atlanta Perimeter Medical
Reviewed on 14 Jul 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Big Shanty

Town Center
If you're spending some time in Town Center, Town Center at Cobb and Mountasia Marietta are top sights worth seeing.

East Cobb
Though East Cobb may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Lake Jackson and Morgan Falls Overlook Park.

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.

Vinings
Visitors to Vinings like its restaurants and riverfront, and Chattahoochee River is a sight worth a stop.

Sandy Springs
Enjoy the popular shops in Sandy Springs. Chattahoochee River National Recreation Area is a worthwhile stop, and you can jump on the metro at Sandy Springs Station or North Springs Station to see more of Atlanta.

Perimeter Center
Travellers love Perimeter Center for its popular shops, and you can see more of Atlanta by jumping on the metro at Dunwoody Station or Sandy Springs Station. You might spend time checking out top sights like Perimeter Mall and Regal Perimeter Pointe.