Things to do in Stockbridge
CNN Studio Tour
Journey into the heart of CNN Worldwide and get an up-close, in depth look at global news in the making. The Inside CNN Atlanta Studio Tour offers a close look at the world's most trusted name in news and inventor of 24-hour news. Ranked among Atlanta's most popular destinations, Inside CNN Atlanta is a 55-minute guided walking tour offering guests behind-the-scenes views of the studios of CNN and an exciting glimpse of newsgathering and broadcasting in action Call (404) 827-2300 for more information.
1 Cnn Ctr NW, Atlanta, GA
Ebenezer Baptist Church Heritage Sanctuary & Horizon Sanctuary
Once the spiritual centerpiece for the civil rights movement, the Heritage Sanctuary, a national historic landmark, is visited by hundreds of thousands of tourists each year. It was here that Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. was baptized at age 5, delivered his first sermon at 17 and later became senior pastor. Ebenezer's Cathedral, the redbrick structure built in 1922, has since been restored and renovated. It contains the original altar and pulpit furniture. Also preserved was the piano bench where King's mother may have been sitting when she was slain. Feel King's presence while hearing his famous sermons resonate throughout the sanctuary during each self-guided tour. Call (404) 688-7263 for more information.
407 Auburn Ave NW, Atlanta, GA
Georgia Aquarium
The Georgia Aquarium stakes its claim as the World’s Largest Aquarium. With over 8 million gallons of fresh and marine water, and 100,000 animals representing 500 species from around the globe, you’re sure to see things you’ve never seen before! Call (404) 581-4000 for more information.
225 Baker Street, Atlanta, GA
Panola Mountain State Conservation Park
This unusual park near Atlanta was created to protect a 100-acre granite monadnock (mountain) often compared to Stone Mountain and Arabia Mountain. Minimally developed, Panola Mountain shelters rare plants of the Piedmont region. Hikers may explore the parks watershed and granite outcrop on their own, or they may join park staff for guided hikes onto the restricted-access mountain. Call (770) 389-7801 for more information.
2600 Hwy 155 S.W., Stockbridge, GA
Reynolds Nature Preserve
146 acre woodland dedicated to conservation and fostering an appreciation of the natural environment through educational programs. 4 miles of meandering wood chipped trails, demonstration vegetable and herb garden, compost demonstration site, handicap accessible native plants trail, and historic barn. Home to a collection of native reptiles, amphibians, observation bee hive and other educational exhibits. Pets are welcome on leashes no longer than 6 feet in length. Call (770) 603-4188 for more information.
5665 Reynolds Rd., Morrow, Stockbridge, GA
World of Coca-Cola®
Atlanta's most famous invention is also the world's most popular soft drink, and nowhere is this more clear than at this unique downtown museum. As centerpiece of Underground Atlanta, the museum draws many visitors, and features an exhaustive look at the history, manufacture, and distribution of Coca-Cola. Perhaps the most popular phase of the tour is the final stop, where guests are invited to sample vast and various recipes of Coke as it is marketed throughout the world. Call (404) 676-5151 for more information.
55 Martin Luther King, Jr. Drive, Atlanta, GA