Atlanta Weekend on a Budget

This cosmopolitan Southern city is a wealth of diversity, with urban skyscrapers, sprawling gardens and the small-town feel of different neighborhoods like Cabbagetown and Little Five Points. Check out the individuality of each destination through this playlist. A visit to this city doesn't have to break the bank, especially if you combine your tourist destinations into one CityPass and stay in the center of town to avoid transit costs.

After years at Underground Atlanta, the World of Coke has made a new home at Pemberton Place next to the Georgia Aquarium. You can learn about the history of the beverage, which was originally invented as a headache remedy, as well as taste samples of Coke and other Coca Cola brand drinks from all over the world. Try the Beverly from I... More >
After years at Underground Atlanta, the World of Coke has made a new home at Pemberton Place next to the Georgia Aquarium. You can learn about the history of the beverage, which was originally invented as a headache remedy, as well as taste samples of Coke and other Coca Cola brand drinks from all over the world. Try the Beverly from Italy for an unexpected flavor. Tickets are only $10-15.
Right next door to Oakland Cemetery lies Six Feet Under Pub and Fish House, named for its spooky location. There you can find delicious seafood of every variety, including oysters, shrimp, crab legs, mussels and your run of the mill fish. Enjoy the homemade chips on the side and wash it down with a draft beer. If the weather is warm en... More >
Right next door to Oakland Cemetery lies Six Feet Under Pub and Fish House, named for its spooky location. There you can find delicious seafood of every variety, including oysters, shrimp, crab legs, mussels and your run of the mill fish. Enjoy the homemade chips on the side and wash it down with a draft beer. If the weather is warm enough, you can sit on the roof to see the people walking through Oakland.
You can learn about the history of the beverage, which was originally invented as a headache remedy, as well as taste samples of Coke and other Coca Cola brand drinks from all over the world.
This Little Five Points landmark may look scary from the outside, but inside you can find the most outrageous wares, from clothing to odd gifts to smoking paraphernalia. It's like a punk rock department store.  More
This Little Five Points landmark may look scary from the outside, but inside you can find the most outrageous wares, from clothing to odd gifts to smoking paraphernalia. It's like a punk rock department store.
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If you want a nice hotel within walking distance of all the main attractions in town, the Atlanta Marriott Marquis hotel has plenty to offer you. Between the wireless internet, a fitness center, spa, gift shop and business center, you may not want to leave.
Between the wireless internet, a fitness center, spa, gift shop and business center, you may not want to leave.
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Caroline Eubanks
Caroline Eubanks
Caroline Eubanks is a freelance writer and travel blogger living in Atlanta, GA. She is Southern by birth, but a traveler by fate. She enjoys drinking Cokes for breakfast, shamelessly flashing press passes and adding pins to her travel map. Follow her on Twitter (@cairinthecity).
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