EXPLORE ATLANTA

PLACES TO VISIT

Atlanta Botanical Garden

This garden spans more than 30 lush green acres. Here see Chihuly in the Garden, which features installations from the internationally acclaimed artist.

High Museum of Art

With its renowned collection of classic and contemporary art and award-winning architecture by Richard Meier and Renzo Piano, the High Museum of Art is a must for any art lover.

Georgia Aquarium

Visit the largest aquarium in the Western Hemisphere, which contains 10 million gallons of fresh and marine water and tens of thousands of animals, including whale sharks, sea otters, jellyfish, and more.

World of Coca-Cola

Here you will experience the world’s most famous beverage in a dynamic, multimedia attraction. View hundreds of artifacts and send your taste buds on a trip around the globe as you taste more than 100 beverages. Make sure to sample Beverly!

Historic Oakland Cemetery

Less than a mile from the heart of downtown Atlanta, a hidden treasure, a secret sanctuary, welcomes you. This garden cemetery, founded in 1850, is the final resting place of many of Atlanta’s settlers, builders, and most noted citizens like Bobby Jones, Margaret Mitchell, and Maynard Jackson.

Center for Civil & Human Rights

An engaging cultural attraction that connects the American civil rights movement to today’s global human rights movements, this museum strives to create a safe space for visitors to explore the fundamental rights of all human beings.

Ponce City Market

More than just an amazing place to get married, Ponce City Market is the area’s largest adaptive reuse project. Housed in a former Sears & Roebuck, PCM contains the Central Food Hall, shops, and more. Eat some delicious local food here, then enjoy a stroll on the BeltLine, which is mere steps away.

Taj Ma-Hound

If you’re looking for something to take back home for your four-legged friend, Preston recommends Taj Ma-Hound. They use all natural, restaurant quality ingredients for their healthy and adorable treats that come in a variety of designs, such as Jack Spaniels and Sniffany & Co.

Art on the Atlanta BeltLine

This exhibition is the Southeast’s largest temporary public art display, showcasing the work of hundreds of visual artists, performers, and musicians along the BeltLine corridor, a pedestrian and cycling trail that connects many of Atlanta’s intown neighbourhoods.

PLACES TO EAT & DRINK

Octane Coffee

Voted best coffee by Atlanta Magazine, Octane serves coffee, tea, beer, and cocktails, along with local grub. Try the Americola: the cafe’s own espresso blend on ice, mixed with a bottle of Mexican Coke. And Octane happens to be where we had our first date :)

Krog Street Market

To quote Bon Appétit: “If food halls are the new amusement parks, then Krog Street is Magic Mountain: a converted industrial behemoth offering one food thrill after another. Strolling the aisles is a food freak’s fantasy.” They offer everything from dumplings to gourmet ice cream and more.

Bartaco

Delicious cocktails and tasty tacos—what more do you need? Everything here is fabulous, but we highly recommend the cauliflower taco and guacamole.

Farm Burger

This locally sourced burger joint truly focuses on farm-to-table food. Plus they make Becky’s favourite burger in Atlanta: the No. 4 (smoked Gouda, sherry-date BBQ sauce, kale cole slaw, and crispy onions) with the quinoa patty. And don’t forget the sweet potato fries!

King of Pops

Look for King of Pops’ rainbow umbrellas all around Atlanta, should you be in the mood for one of their handcrafted, all natural pops. You can also find them at their walk-up window in Inman Park or at King of Pops Bar & Good Grub at Ponce City Market. Make sure to try the banana puddin’ or chocolate sea salt pop.

Pinewood Tippling Room

The Pinewood serves fresh, locally inspired dishes, such as grit tots, chicken & waffles, and heirloom tomatoes with house-made fromage blanc. More importantly, they carry 100+ whiskies, and they make Peter’s favourite Old Fashioned, which they have on tap.

Fox Bros. Bar-B-Q

Run by self-taught, identical twins, Fox Bros. has repeatedly been voted one of the top barbeque joints by both local and national publications. Their style of BBQ has Texan roots with a Southern influence. Chow down on the pulled pork sandwich, smoked portabello sandwich, fried pickles, and more.

Mary Mac’s Team Room

Known for their Southern hospitality and home cooking, Mary Mac’s Tea Room has been a staple in Atlanta for more than 60 years. Here you can enjoy Southern cuisine, such as chicken & dumplings, fried okra, and Georgia peach cobbler.

West Egg Café

One of our favourite brunch spots, West Egg is worth the long wait on weekends. Try the fried egg sandwich, challah French toast, or pulled pork Benedict. Finish your meal with one of their Coca-Cola cupcakes.

Wedding Location
Atlanta Botanical Garden
World of Coca-Cola
Georgia Aquarium
Historic Oakland Cemetery
High Museum of Art
Center for Civil & Human Rights
Ponce City Market
Krog Street Market
Art on the Atlanta BeltLine
Taj Ma-Hound
Octane Coffee
Bartaco
Farm Burger
King of Pops
Pinewood Tippling Room
Fox Bros. Bar-B-Q
Mary Mac’s Tea Room
West Egg Café