Atlanta

Key Facts

Annual Visitors : 42.1 million

Time Difference : GMT -4 or -5 hours

Land Area : 347sqkm | 134sqm

Population : 496,461

Languages : English

Currency : U.S Dollar

Non-stop from Heathrow or Manchester to Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson International Airport : 8½ to 9½ hours

British Airways, Delta Airlines, Virgin Atlantic

About

Atlanta is the capital of the state of Georgia and the most populous city in the southeastern United States. It is a major center for business, transportation, and culture. 

The city is also known for its many historical landmarks, such as the Martin Luther King Jr. National Historic Site.

Why Go

• Visit the Georgia Aquarium with over 500,000 animals from the world's oceans.
• Explore the World of Coca-Cola.
• Take a walk through Centennial Olympic Park built for the 1996 Summer Olympics.
• Visit the Martin Luther King Jr. National Historic Site.
• See a show at the Fox Theatre.
• Go shopping at Lenox Square. This upscale mall is home to over 300 stores.
• Catch a baseball game at Truist Park home of the Atlanta Braves.
• Hike or bike the Atlanta BeltLine a former railroad corridor.
• Visit the High Museum of Art with over 15,000 works of art.
• Enjoy a meal at one of Atlanta's restaurants serving Southern comfort food.
  

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Spring (April to May): This is a great time to visit Atlanta, as the weather is mild and sunny. The average temperature ranges from 65 to 80 degrees Fahrenheit (18 to 27 Centigrade). There are also fewer crowds and lower prices than in the summer months.

Autumn (September to October): The weather is still warm and pleasant during this time, with average temperatures ranging from 70 to 75 degrees Fahrenheit (21 to 24 Centigrade). There are also fewer crowds and lower prices than in the summer months.

Winter (November to March): The weather is cooler and wetter during this time, with average temperatures ranging from 45 to 60 degrees Fahrenheit (7 to 15 Centigrade). However, there are also fewer crowds and lower prices than in the summer months.