April in Atlanta
What’s on in Atlanta in April. One of the best months to visit Atlanta. Typical daytime highs around 72°F (22°C).
- The Masters, April 8-11, 2027
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What to see
Start with the sights.
01What to seeCentennial Olympic ParkExplore →
Built for the 1996 Olympics and anchored by the Fountain of Rings, the park is downtown Atlanta's green square and a free spot to cool off in summer.
02What to seeWorld of Coca-ColaExplore →
A museum devoted to the Atlanta-born soft drink, ending in a tasting room that pours dozens of Coca-Cola products from around the world.
03What to seeMartin Luther King Jr. National Historical ParkExplore →
The Sweet Auburn district site preserving Martin Luther King Jr.'s birth home, Ebenezer Baptist Church where he preached, and his tomb.
04What to seePiedmont ParkExplore →
Midtown Atlanta's answer to Central Park, with skyline views over Lake Clara Meer, a dog park, and the city's biggest outdoor festivals and concerts.
Where to eat
Where to eat in Atlanta
01
Ticonderoga Club
Krog Street Market's clubby tavern: inventive cocktails and a cult burger.
02Busy Bee Cafe
Since 1947: fried chicken and soul food royalty on Atlanta's Westside.
03Fox Bros. Bar-B-Q
Texas-style brisket and ribs that made Atlanta take barbecue seriously.
04Bacchanalia
Atlanta's benchmark fine-dining tasting menu from Anne Quatrano and Clifford Harrison.
05Lazy Betty
Michelin-starred modern tasting menus from chefs Ron Hsu and Aaron Phillips.
06Miller Union
Steven Satterfield's James Beard-winning Southern cooking. The farm egg baked in celery cream is iconic.
07The Optimist
Ford Fry's buzzing oyster house and fish camp on the Westside.
08Aria
Long-running Buckhead fine dining known for slow-braised, deeply flavored cooking.
Month by month
Atlanta, month by month.
What to plan a trip around, month by month.
May in Atlanta
What’s on in Atlanta in May. One of the best months to visit Atlanta. Typical daytime highs around 79°F (26°C).
- Synchronous Fireflies, Smokies, Late May to early June 2027
June in Atlanta
What’s on in Atlanta in June. Typical daytime highs around 86°F (30°C).
- Synchronous Fireflies, Smokies, Late May to early June 2027
September in Atlanta
Atlanta in September. One of the best months to visit Atlanta. Typical daytime highs around 81°F (27°C).
October in Atlanta
What’s on in Atlanta in October. One of the best months to visit Atlanta. Typical daytime highs around 73°F (23°C).
- Great Smoky Mountains Foliage, October to early November 2026
November in Atlanta
What’s on in Atlanta in November. Typical daytime highs around 63°F (17°C).
- Great Smoky Mountains Foliage, October to early November 2026
Make a plan
Before you go.
Transport, fares & local advice
Getting there
Fly into Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International (ATL).
Know before you go
- Hartsfield-Jackson is the world's busiest airport - budget real time for connections, especially at peak hours.
- The Atlanta BeltLine is the best way to see several neighborhoods on foot or by bike.
- MARTA rail connects the airport directly to downtown - one of the few Southern cities where you can skip a rental car.
Questions
Frequently asked questions
When is the best time to visit Atlanta?
The best time to visit Atlanta is Apr–May & Sep–Oct, in United States.
Where is Atlanta?
Atlanta is in United States. The nearest major airport is Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International (ATL).
What is Atlanta known for?
The civil rights movement's home city, a booming food and film scene, and the world's busiest airport.
More places to explore
Explore these places for a longer trip. Distances are straight line; check the route and travel time before planning an outing.
Beyond the city
