8 Free Activities to Do Throughout Georgia

Georgia is a state that offers everything from gorgeous mountains, lovely beaches, right down to small towns with good old southern hospitality. Spend your days exploring the rivers, enjoying the parks, and educating yourself with the ample historic sites. Throughout your Georgia travels take some time to enjoy these eight free activities throughout the state.

Carter Center
Atlanta, GA
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The entire family can walk through the grounds for free. You'll enjoy looking at the beauty of the 50 state flags, the smell of the rose garden, and the peacefulness of the Koi pond and Japanese garden. Children under the age of 16 can also enjoy the museum for free; there is a charge of $8 for each adult.

Centennial Olympic Park
Downtown Atlanta
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Spend the day at Centennial Olympic Park. Located in downtown Atlanta, this impressive park, pays tribute to the 1996 Olympics which were held right here in Atlanta. Let the little ones run through the Fountain of Rings on warm summer days. Year round you will find free events held at Centennial Olympic Park.

Piedmont Park
Atlanta, GA
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This is a great place for the entire family to stretch their legs; dogs included. Children will love to play on the seesaws, slides, and swings. Your dog can happily run around off leash in this park. What better way to beat the Atlanta heat then with a swim. The pool is free during the weekdays from 11 am until 1:30 pm.

Underground Atlanta
Atlanta, GA
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Spend the day mixing history with shopping. Underground Atlanta is an expansive shopping and entertainment complex. For the history enthusiast; some of the streets are original to the city.

Howard Gilman Waterfront Park
Coast of Georgia
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Enjoy the view of the gorgeous coastline from one of the public piers. For free you can watch the boats as they come in, fish, enjoy a sunset, or let the kids try out the impressive play area.

Booth Western Art Museum
Cartersville
boothmuseum.org

The first Thursday of every month the Booth Western Art Museum is open free to the public. Enjoy paintings and sculptures showcasing the cowboy lifestyle.

BabyLand General Hospital
Cleveland
cabbagepatchkids.com

Take a free tour and see where the Cabbage Patch Kids are born. Remember the tour is free, but there is a gift shop full of adorable Cabbage Patch Kids awaiting adoption.

Thronateeska Heritage Center
Albany
heritagecenter.org

The History and Science Museum are free. There is a small charge of $3.50 per person for the planetarium. Immerse yourself in the culture of Albany. Learn how the town developed from Creek Indians all through the years to present days. Your kids will enjoy the numerous hands on activities and exhibits at the science museum.

Source:
ExploreGeorgia.org