Attractions

Kennesaw offers numerous outdoor and indoor attractions suitable for all ages.
View our list below to check out some of the highlights, and also be sure to visit
our Kennesaw calendar of events to find special events happening in Kennesaw
this month.

Kennesaw Mountain National Battlefield Park
900 Kennesaw Mountain Dr.
Kennesaw, GA 30152
(770) 427-4686

Kennesaw Mountain National Battlefield Park is a 2,884 acre park featuring over 17 miles of trails.  The visitor’s center features information about the area as well as a Civil War items and information.  From the top of the mountain, you can see downtown Atlanta and the surrounding area.  Read More.

Southern Museum of Civil War and Locomotive History
2829 Cherokee Street
Kennesaw, GA 30144
(770) 427-2117

Featuring “The General” from the Great Locomotive Chase during the Civil War, the Southern Museum of Civil War and Locomotive History tells the story of our railroads through special exhibits, archives, library, and museum collections.

Admission: Adults $7.50, Senior Citizens (over 60) $6.50, Children 4-12 $5.50, and Children 3 and under free.
Hours: Open daily Monday – Saturday 9:30 AM – 5:00 PM and Sunday 12:00 – 5:00 PM.  Closed New Year’s Eve, New Year’s Day, Easter, Thanksgiving Christmas Eve and Christmas Day.

Smith-Gilbert Garden (formerly Smith-Gilbert Arboretum)
2382 Pine Mountain Rd NW
Kennesaw, GA 30152
(770) 975-4077

Visitors can explore the home and gardens surrounding an 1840s plantaion home. Over 3,000 plant species and 30 sculptures by nationally known artists are available for exhibition and study. In addition, there are opportunities for bird watching in the 13 acre site.
Admission: $5.00
Hours: Call for details:

First Friday Openings
The Garden will be open from 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. Entrance fee is $5.00 per person and free guided tours will be conducted at 10:00 a.m. Meet at the front of the house, 2382 Pine Mountain Road. Parking is limited and pre-registration is required.
Selected Saturdays (Public Opening Days)
The Garden will be open select Saturdays from 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. No tours are conducted. Entrance fee is $5.00 per person

Brunswick US Play
775 Cobb Place
Kennesaw, GA 30144
(770) 427-7679

Bowling
Billiards
Arcade
Admission: Pay as you play
Hours: Mon: 10:00am-1:00am
Tues-Wed: 10:00am-Midnight
Thurs: 10:00am-1:00am
Fri-Sat: 10:00am-3:00am
Sun: 11:00am-Midnight

Ice Forum
3061 George Busbee Pkwy
Kennesaw, GA 30144
(770) 218-1010

Skating, Hockey, Birthday Parties, Video Games, Concessions, Skating Classes
Admission: General: $7.00
Child (5 & under): $3.00
Figure Skate Rental: $3.00
Hockey Skate Rental: $3.00
Hours: Call 770-218-1010

Around Kennesaw Attractions

While visiting Kennesaw, you may also be interested in some of the attractions that are only minutes away from the city of Kennesaw.

Georgia Aquarium
225 Baker St
Atlanta, GA 30313
(404) 581-4000

Admission: General Admission Adult $24;
Senior (55+) $20;
Child (3-12) $18

General Admission & 4-D Theatre Adult $29.50;
Senior (55+) $25.50;
Child (3-12) $22

General Admission & Behind-the-Scenes Tour
Adult $69;
Senior (55+) $65;
Child (3-12) $62

Parking $10
Hours: Mon-Thu 10am-5pm; Fri-Sun 9am-6pm

World of Coca Cola
121 Baker St NW
Atlanta, GA 30303
(404) 676-5151

Interactive Exhibits
Museum History
Soft Drink Tasting From Around The World
Admission: Adult (13-54) $15;
Senior (55+) $13;
Child (5-12) $9;
Child (4 and under) Free
Hours: Daily 9:00am-5:00pm
(June-August 8:00am-6:00pm)

Zoo Atlanta
800 Cherokee Ave SE
Atlanta, GA 30315
(404) 624-5600

Live Shows
Animals
Carousel
Train
Rock Climbing
Admission: Zoo Adult (12+) $17.99;
Senior (55+) $13.99;
Military and College $13.99;
Child (3-11) $12.99
Children 2 and under Free
Parking Free
Hours: Mon-Fri
9:30am-5:30pm;
Sat-Sun 9:30am-6:30pm

More: Check out the Panda Cam 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday – Friday

Six Flags Over Georgia
7561 Six Flags Pkwy
Austell, GA 30168
(770) 948-9290

Rides, Shows, Roller Coasters
Admission: Season Pass: $74.99
General Admission: $49.99
Senior: $29.99
Child (under 48”): $29.99
Child (2 and under) :FREE
Regular Parking: $15.00
Hours: March-October:
Daily 10:00am-6:00pm
Hours vary seasonally

Atlanta Botanical Gardens
1345 Piedmont Ave NE
Atlanta, GA 30309
(404) 876-5859

Gardens
Fountains
Library
Animals (butterflies, geckos, turtles, quail, frogs, and honey bees)
Admission: Open Tuesday – Sunday
April – October:
9 a.m. – 7 p.m.
November – March:
9 a.m. – 5 p.m
Hours: Adult $12;
Senior $9;
Student $7;
Child (3 and under) Free

Lake Lanier Islands
7000 Holiday Rd
Lake Lanier Islands, GA 30518
(770) 932-7233

Beach
Water Park
Golf
Horseback Riding
Camping
Admission: Season Pass: $64.99
Regular Admission (Monday thru Friday / 42 inches and taller)
$27.99 Regular Admission (Saturday, Sunday, and Holidays / 42 inches and taller) $29.99
Regular Admission (After 3 p.m.) $13.99
42” and Under $17.99
Senior Citizens (55+) $17.99 Children 2 and under Free
Parking $8.00
Hours: (May – Sep)
Sun-Fri 10am-6pm; Sat 10am-7pm

Stone Mountain Park
6867 Memorial Dr
Stone Mountain, GA 30087
(770) 498-5690

Playground
Riverboat Cruise
Skyride
Laser Light Show
Railroad
Antebellum Plantation
Miniature Golf Treehouse
4D Theater
Museum
Admission: Pay Per Activity
Adult: $9.00
Child: $7.00
Other activities may cost differently
Hours: Hours Vary Seasonally

Chattahoochee Nature Center
9135 Willeo Rd
Roswell, GA 30075
(770) 992-2055

Hiking
Live Animal Exhibits
Educational Programs
Admission: Adults: $5.00
Senior: $2.00
Child (3-12): $2.00
Hours: Mon-Sat: 9:00am-5:00pm
Sun: 12:00pm-5:00pm

Centennial Olympic Park and Underground Atlanta
285 International Blvd,
Atlanta, GA 30313
(404) 222-7275

Grassy Park
Picnic
Fountains
Music
Art
Admission: Free
Hours: Daily 7am-11pm

Yellow Game Ranch
4525 Highway 78
Lilburn, GA 30047
(770) 972-6643

Wildlife
Admission: 12 Years and Up:$8.00
Ages 2 to 11:$7.00
Hours: Daily 9:30am-6:00pm

Imagine It! Children’s Museum of Atlanta
275 Centennial Olympic Park Dr NW
Atlanta, GA 30313
(404) 659-5437

Hands on Learning
Admission: Adults and Children (2+) $11;
Child (1 and under) Free
The museum is ideal for children age 8 and younger
Hours: Mon-Fri 10am-4pm; Sat-Sun 10am-5pm

Andretti Karting
11000 Alpharetta Hwy
Roswell, GA 30076
(770) 992-5688

Superkarts
Race classes
Rock Climbing
Zip Line
Ropes Course
Interactive seminars
Admission: Races are $22.95 for adults and $15 for juniors and membership is $7.
Hours: Sun-Thurs: 11:00am-10:00pm
Fri-Sat: 11:00am-1:00am

Sun Valley Beach
5350 Holloman Rd
Powder Springs, GA 30127
(770) 943-5900

Waterslides, Fountain, Diving Platforms, Zip Lines, Swinging Ropes, Playground, Picnic Area, Concessions, Miniature Golf
Admission: Daily: Adult: $17.95
Child (2-11): $14.95
Season Pass: $79.95
Seniors (65 yrs and up) $50.00
Miniature Golf: $5.00 per game
Hours: Mon-Sat 10-8

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