Top Rated Parks to Visit in Kennesaw

"Keep on walking and you’ll eventually hit Piedmont Park, Atlanta’s answer to Central Park. Think: more biking and walking trails, a serene lake, meadows for flying kites and throwing frisbees, and terrific views of the downtown skyline. Just don’t get too comfortable—you’ve got a two-mile walk back to Krog Street Market, where you can dig into puffy tacos at Superica, a buzzy Tex-Mex joint from ATL's kingpin restaurateur Ford Fry, or check out one of the beloved nearby restaurants. Ammazza is heaven for Neapolitan pizza and craft beer; Staplehouse is a decidedly fancier affair, offering both a tasting menu and elegant a la carte options."

"Often called the Central Park of Atlanta, Piedmont Park provides a ton of lush green space for whatever weekend activity you can think of. Conveniently situated near Midtown with stunning views of the city skyline, our first pick is a familiar spot for many locals. Filled with various restaurants, basketball and tennis courts, a pond, a swimming pool, and picnic areas with grills, this is the park that has it all."

"Even better, take a short cab/Uber ride to the Virginia Highland area near Piedmont Park and go over to The Highlander, with classic pub grub, a nice outdoor patio, pinball, air hockey, and pool tables. The people are cool and the food is great, especially the the excellent Southern Slam Burger with a loaded baked potato on the side."

"Just 90-minutes south-west from ATL’s Hartsfield-Jackson International Airport, Chattahoochee River Park is the place to spend the day outside. With activities ranging from whitewater rafting, fishing, riverside trails for jogging, walking, or cycling, a zipline, and a splash pad. This is the perfect escape from the hustle and bustle of the city, and if getting there is a concern, we’d be happy to get you there and back comfortably."

"Buckhead’s Chattahoochee National Park is a sanctuary in the city. A beautiful recreation area and idyllic spot to enjoy Atlanta’s best hiking on many elevations overlooking serene landscapes, all so close to the heart of downtown Buckhead."

"The Blue Heron Nature Preserve features 30 acres of pristine woodlands, wetlands, and trails that flank the shores of Nancy Creek just off Roswell Road."

"Located in the heart of Decatur, near both old DeKalb County Courthouse and the current building and just outside the Decatur MARTA stop, is Decatur Square. This charming location is in the heart of DeKalb County, with lots of niche shops and restaurants. There is an open pavilion, mural, old buildings and gazebo, all of which offer unique backdrops."

"The 11 acre Shady Valley Park is a respite of natural beauty, playgrounds, tennis and basketball courts in the Pine Hills neighborhood of Buckhead."

"This Emory University museum focuses on art and objects from ancient civilizations. “Ancient Egypt, Nubian and the Near Eastern Art” features mummies and ancient artifacts; additional collections include Greek and Roman, Ancient America and Works on Paper. Tu-F 10 am-4 pm, Sa 10 am-5 pm, Su noon-5 pm."

"Location: 571 South Kilgo Cir NE, Atlanta, GA at Emory University. The Michael C. Carlos Museum has collections from Ancient Greece, Egypt, and Rome that cover almost 9,000 years of history. There is some beautiful art from all over the Americas from textiles to sculptures and other decorative arts."

"Atlanta is the home of Coca-Cola so it’s no wonder that the World of Coke is here!. Check out this downtown Atlanta museum showcasing the history, heritage and future of the most popular soft drink in the world. Bring the whole family out to enjoy memorabilia, interactive exhibits and more on weekends."

"Visitors will see a functioning bottling line, watch a 4D movie and taste more than 100 different beverages from around the world."

"This lovely chain of trail-connected parks along Ponce de Leon Avenue was designed in the 1890s by Frederick Law Olmsted Sr., whose work included the Emerald Necklace of Boston, The Biltmore Estate in Asheville and New York City’s Central Park. These six segments of parks collectively form an Atlanta treasure."