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Kennesaw 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 to find special events happening in Kennesaw this month.

Kennesaw Mountain National Battlefield Park
Activities: Kennesaw Mountain National Battlefield Park is a 2,884 acre park featuring over 17 miles of trails spanning from Kolb's Farm to just north of the visitor's center. Kennesaw mountain was home to some of the heaviest fighting of the Georgia Campaign of the Civil War. At this national park, you can take a hike, watch the wildlife, take pictures, watch a living history demonstration, and more. The top of Kennesaw Mountain rises 1800 feet above sea level and provides spectacular views of downtown Atlanta and the surrounding area.
Admission: Free
Hours: Dawn to Dusk year round
The Visitor Center is open daily from 8:30am-5:00pm. On weekends during daylight savings time, 8:30am-6:00pm. The building is closed on Thanksgiving, Christmas and New Year's Day.
Address: 900 Kennesaw Mountain Dr.
Kennesaw, GA 30152
Phone: 770-427-4686
More Info: Click here

Southern Museum of Civil War and Locomotive History
Activities: 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
Children 3 and under Free
Hours: Open daily
Monday – Saturday 9:30 AM – 5:00 PM
Sunday 12:00 – 5:00 PM
Closed New Year's Eve, New Year’s Day, Easter, Thanksgiving Christmas Eve and Christmas Day
Address: 2829 Cherokee Street
Kennesaw, GA 30144
Phone: (770) 427-2117

Smith-Gilbert Arboretum
Activities: 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 Arboretum 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 Arboretum 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
Address: 2382 Pine Mountain Rd NW
Kennesaw, GA 30152
Phone: (770) 975-4077


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
Activities: Aquarium
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
Address: 225 Baker St
Atlanta, GA 30313
Phone: 404-581-4000

World of Coca Cola
Activities: 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)
Address: 121 Baker St NW
Atlanta, GA 30303
Phone: 404-676-5151

Zoo Atlanta
Activities: 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
Address: 800 Cherokee Ave SE
Atlanta, GA 30315
Phone: 404-624-5600
More: Check out the Panda Cam 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday - Friday

Six Flags Over Georgia
Activities: 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
Address: 7561 Six Flags Pkwy
Austell, GA 30168
Phone: 770-948-9290

Atlanta Botanical Gardens
Activities: 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
Address: 1345 Piedmont Ave NE
Atlanta, GA 30309
Phone: 404-876-5859

Lake Lanier Islands
Activities: 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
Address: 7000 Holiday Rd
Lake Lanier Islands, GA 30518
Phone: 770-932-7233

Stone Mountain Park
Activities: 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
Address: 6867 Memorial Dr
Stone Mountain, GA 30087
Phone: 770-498-5690

Chattahoochee Nature Center
Activities: 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
Address: 9135 Willeo Rd
Roswell, GA 30075
Phone: 770-992-2055

Centennial Olympic Park and Underground Atlanta
Activities: Grassy Park
Picnic
Fountains
Music
Art
Admission: Free
Hours: Daily 7am-11pm
Address: 285 International Blvd,
Atlanta, GA 30313
Phone: 404-222-7275

Yellow Game Ranch
Activities: Wildlife
Admission: 12 Years and Up:$8.00
Ages 2 to 11:$7.00
Hours: Daily 9:30am-6:00pm
Address: 4525 Highway 78
Lilburn, GA 30047
Phone: 770-972-6643

Imagine It! Children’s Museum of Atlanta
Activities: 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
Address: 275 Centennial Olympic Park Dr NW
Atlanta, GA 30313
Phone: 404-659-5437

Brunswick US Play
Activities: 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
Address: 775 Cobb Place
Kennesaw, GA 30144
Phone: 770-427-7679

Andretti Speed Lab
Activities: Superkarts
Race classes
Rock Climbing
Zip Line
Ropes Course
Interactive seminars
Admission: License Fee: $6.00
Practice session: $18.00 adults (Eight minutes)/ $16.00 juniors (age 8 and up) (Six minutes)
Hours: Sun-Thurs: 11:00am-10:00pm
Fri-Sat: 11:00am-1:00am
Address: 11000 Alpharetta Hwy
Roswell, GA 30076
Phone: 770-992-5688

Sun Valley Beach
Activities: 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
Address: 5350 Holloman Rd
Powder Springs, GA 30127
Phone: 770-943-5900

Ice Forum
Activities: 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
Address: 3061 George Busbee Pkwy
Kennesaw, GA 30144
Phone: 770-218-1010

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