Top 10 Must-See Attractions in AtlantaTop ten must-see attractions in Atlanta, Georgia, including tourist hot spots, historical sites, parks, restaurants, and more. Centennial Olympic Park is a monument to the 1996 Olympic Games that were held in Atlanta, and is also a memorial for the bombing that took place during the games. The park holds special events throughout the year, including exhibits, concerts, holiday lights, and much more. The King Center not only honors civil rights legend Martin Luther King, Jr., but also keeps alive his dream of the "beloved community" through active community service programs. The historical Ebenezer Baptist Church and King's birthplace home are all part of this inspirational site. Eccentric media mogul Ted Turner launched CNN in 1980, the first live, 24-hour world news network in the history of television. The tour provides visitors with a behind-the-scenes look at this fast-paced world. Reservations recommended. Oakland Cemetery is the resting place for many well-known Atlantans, including "Gone with the Wind" author Margaret Mitchell and Mayor Maynard Jackson. In addition, there are a diverse set of architectural styles to admire, as well as a section where civil war soldiers are buried. A season is an attraction? Well, yes, springtime in the city of Atlanta is a beautiful event for the senses. Blossoming trees and the lush greeness that takes over Atlanta's ample greenspace is a breathtaking example of nature's beauty. Allergy sufferers, stock up on your medication so you can enjoy the springtime in Atlanta as well. The Fox Theatre is one of Atlanta's most prized historical sites, a performance venu that started off as a movie theatre, and almost saw the wrecking ball, before being saved and renovated into the gorgeous performance venue it is today. Broadway shows, concerts, film series, and other special events take place at the Fox. Atlanta's answer to New York City's Central Park, this outdoor recreation destination is having a centennial celebration in 2004. Host to many festivals, and other special events, Piedmont Park is enjoyed best with a simple picnic, or by taking Fido to the off-leash area for some playtime. It's also one of the best places to see the spectacular Midtown skyline. Visit the home of the author who wrote one of the best known novels in the world, "Gone with the Wind." Even if you are not a fan of GWTW, the Center for Southern Literature is also housed here, and presents readings by contemporary Southern writers, such as Jim Grimsley and Anne Rivers Siddons. Love it or hate it, the Varsity in Atlanta is heralded as one of the original, and now largest drive-in restaurants in the country. The burgers and chili dogs joint near the Georgia Tech campus has a unique and colorful history, and it's worth experiencing a "chili steak" and an "F.O." at least once. Yes, it's one of Atlanta's top tourist attractions, but this state-of-the-art facility also draws plenty of the city's residents, and many invest in an annual pass to come again and again. If you work in Downtown Atlanta, try taking a long lunch break or leave work a bit early and make your way through the peaceful exhibits, it's sure to calm your frazzled nerves. | 
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