Top places to visit in Atlanta with toddlers
Whether you live in Georgia or you’re visiting for the weekend, there are many places to bring toddlers in Atlanta. From parks, to aquariums, to museums, to children’s boutiques, you can easily find something the whole family will enjoy. To make it easier for parents and caregivers, we put together a few of our favorite things to do in Atlanta with toddlers—enjoy!
Outdoor activities
Ponce City Market
Neighborhood: Old Fourth Ward
Age: All ages
Price: The Roof tickets start at $7.00
Home to 56 local businesses, Ponce City Market is a lovely way to spend the day as a family.
The Skyline Park on The Rooftop is lively and fun with carnival games, mini golf, and a carousel. It also overlooks a beautiful view of the city! Head over to Pancake Social for a delicious breakfast or brunch, or grab lunch from The Central Food Hall. If you’re looking for a unique place to stay, check out the legendary Clermont Hotel, which is a five-minute walk away!
Martin Luther King Jr. National Historic Park
Neighborhood: Old Fourth Ward
Age: All ages
Price: Free
This historic park honors the life of Martin Luther King Jr. and is a great place to have a family day with toddlers. Mostly outdoors, the park offers lots of open spaces for toddlers to run, explore, and play. There’s even a playground suited for younger children. Preserved historic sites make the park a meaningful place to honor Martin Luther King Jr. and experience the world he lived in. After exploring the park, head over to the Sweet Auburn Historic District, for local food like Auburn Angel, an upscale spot for delicious Southern cuisine only a seven minute walk from the park.
Piedmont Park
Neighborhood: Midtown
Age: All ages
Price: Free
A great outdoor activity in Atlanta that both toddlers and parents can enjoy is a visit to Piedmont Park. This well-maintained park offers a variety of family friendly features, including a large playground, walking trails, and picnic areas for a relaxing picnic. There’s also The Piedmont Park Conservancy's Children's Garden, a space where little ones can engage with nature, learn about plants, and enjoy the beautiful surroundings.
Atlanta Botanical Gardens
Neighborhood: Midtown
Age: All ages
Price: Free admission for ages 0-2. Tickets for ages 3-12 start at $25.95.
From exploring the children’s garden, to frog feeding, to programs like Sprouting Scientists, visiting the botanical gardens is both educational and fun for all ages. Little ones can explore the colorful flowers in the Fuqua Conservatory and Orchid Center, while parents can enjoy the beauty of the surroundings. They also put on special events throughout the year, so make sure to check out their events calendar. Find several cafes outside the gardens for a relaxed brunch before or after your visit, including Larakin or Cafe Lucia, both a fifteen minute walk or two minute drive away.
Indoor activities
The Georgia Aquarium
Neighborhood: Downtown
Age: All ages
Price: Free for children 2 years or younger. Online tickets for ages 3 and above start at $44.49
The Georgia Aquarium is one of the largest aquariums in the world and offers a variety of exhibits that will captivate the whole family. The Ocean Voyager Exhibit features a massive 6.3-million gallon tank, with incredible marine life like whale sharks and manta rays. There are also interactive touch pools where toddlers can get hands-on with sea creatures like starfish and stingrays in a safe, supervised environment.
The High Museum of Art
Neighborhood: Midtown
Age: All ages
Price: Free admission for children 5 and under. Non-member tickets start at $23.50
A visit to the High Museum of Art offers both parents and toddlers an engaging way to experience art together. From family friendly arts and crafts programs, to interactive spaces where kids can engage with art in creative ways, there’s something here for everyone. Grab a coffee and a bite to eat from CJs Café, or Refuge Coffee Co., and enjoy the relaxed and scenic atmosphere of the atrium. The museum is stroller-friendly, and has a nursing room too, making it easy to get around with your little one. There are many hotel options in the area, like the lovely Hotel Granada, a brisque ten minute walk from the museum.
The Music Class
Neighborhood: 5 locations across Atlanta
Age: 0-8 years old
Price: Prices vary per session. Trial classes are free
Offering music and movement classes for babies, toddlers, and preschoolers, this music education program is an enjoyable experience for both parents and children. From singing and dancing classes, to musical yoga, to learning how to play instruments, their programs are energizing and fun for all ages. Their recordings are composed by talented musicians and feature jazz, classical, rock, blues, opera, bluegrass, and other musical styles from around the world. Plus, they offer recordings for you to take home so you can listen to the music after class, too.
LEGO Discovery Center
Neighborhood: Buckhead
Age: 2-12 years old
Price: Free admission for ages 0-2. General admission tickets for ages 3-12 start at $27.99
This adaptation of Legoland was built to provide a space for learning through play. They offer many activities like rides, a lego-themed pirate ship play area, a 4D cinema, and a meet and greet with Lego characters. Check out the DUPLO park, a dinosaur-themed play area for younger kids with duck fishing, a dinosaur carousel, and more. A unique and kid-friendly environment, it’s also a great place to have an indoor birthday party for toddlers. If you're spending the day in Buckhead, check out Alon’s Bakery for lunch and delicious pastries, you won’t be disappointed!
Shops
Happy Mango
Neighborhood: West Midtown
Age: Caters to newborns, toddlers, and young children
Prices: Affordable
If you’re looking for a large selection of baby gear, Happy Mango is the place. They provide a full-service shopping experience with a CPST on staff to help you make the best decisions for your little ones. Bring your little ones along to try out the Liki Trike for themselves, and empower them to be a part of the decision-making process. If you or one of your friends is newly pregnant, Happy Mango is a fantastic place to build a baby registry!
Born Baby
Neighborhood: Buckhead
Age: Caters to newborns and toddlers
Prices: Moderately priced
Born Baby is a modern shop that provides families in Atlanta with thoughtfully curated apparel, accessories, books, toys, and gear for your little ones. A calming and beautiful store, it’s the perfect place to bring your toddler for a wardrobe refresh, or a fun gift! Be sure to check out their large selection of Doona Car Seat & Stroller and Liki Trike products. Enjoy the day by grabbing a coffee or brunch at many of Buckhead’s local restaurants, like Dancing Goats Coffee or Le Bon Nosh, then mosey over to the store for some relaxed retail therapy.
At Doona, we’re always trying our very best to make parenting simpler for every family. Which is also why we’ve created our innovative and revolutionary Doona Car Seat and Stroller which transforms from a car seat to a stroller in the click of a button; and Liki Trike — the most compact folding toddler trike on the market that grows alongside toddlers with five modes of use.
*Note that all prices listed in this article reflect costs as of April 2025, and may vary. Please refer to each organization's website for the most accurate and up-to-date information.
