Things to do in Decatur

Activities, attractions and tours

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World of Coca-Cola General Admission Ticket

World of Coca-Cola General Admission Ticket

HK$239
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
World of Coca-Cola General Admission Ticket
Atlanta: SkyView Ferris Wheel Ticket

Atlanta: SkyView Ferris Wheel Ticket

HK$172
per adult
92% of travellers recommend
Atlanta: SkyView Ferris Wheel Ticket
Center for Puppetry Arts: Worlds of Puppetry Museum

Atlanta: Center for Puppetry Arts, Worlds of Puppetry Museum

HK$141
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Atlanta: Center for Puppetry Arts, Worlds of Puppetry Museum
Atlanta: Atlanta Braves' Truist Park Guided Tour

Atlanta: Atlanta Braves' Truist Park Guided Tour

HK$275
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Atlanta: Atlanta Braves' Truist Park Guided Tour
Discover Atlanta: Civil Rights and Culture Self-Guided Tour

Discover Atlanta: Civil Rights and Culture Self-Guided Tour

HK$9
per adult
Discover Atlanta: Civil Rights and Culture Self-Guided Tour
World of Coca-Cola Ticket & Guided Tour with VIP Polar Bear Photo

World of Coca-Cola Ticket & Guided Tour with VIP Polar Bear Photo

HK$427
per adult
92% of travellers recommend
World of Coca-Cola Ticket & Guided Tour with VIP Polar Bear Photo
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Atlanta: Unlimited US Internet with eSIM Mobile Data Plan

HK$27
per traveller
Atlanta: Unlimited US Internet with eSIM Mobile Data Plan
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Atlanta: SkyView Ferris Wheel Ticket

Atlanta: SkyView Ferris Wheel Ticket

Activity duration is 12 minutes
8.6 out of 10 with 32 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is HK$173 per adult
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Discover Atlanta: Civil Rights and Culture Self-Guided Tour

Discover Atlanta: Civil Rights and Culture Self-Guided Tour

Activity duration is 8 hours and 30 minutes
9.0 out of 10 with 2 reviews
Free cancellation available
The previous price was HK$28 and current price is HK$9 per adult
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Dining at Hard Rock Cafe Atlanta

Dining at Hard Rock Cafe Atlanta

Activity duration is 2 hours
9.4 out of 10 with 15 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is HK$314 per traveller
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Bubble Planet Immersive Digital Interactive Experience in Atlanta

Bubble Planet Immersive Digital Interactive Experience in Atlanta

Activity duration is 1 hour and 30 minutes
4.6 out of 10 with 4 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is HK$235 per adult
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Atlanta City Lights Night Bus Tour with Photos & Dinner Stop

Atlanta City Lights Night Bus Tour with Photos & Dinner Stop

Activity duration is 3 hours
9.8 out of 10 with 40 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is HK$541 per adult
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What to do in Decatur

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Decatur Square

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Decatur Square buzzes with award-winning restaurants and boutique shops around the historic DeKalb Courthouse. Savour chef-driven cuisine or browse art galleries before attending one of the many cultural festivals.
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Where to stay in Decatur

Find the best Decatur areas for the activities you enjoy most.
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Downtown Decatur

Discover Downtown Decatur, memorable for its restaurants. Popular attractions in Downtown Decatur include Decatur Square and DeKalb History Center Museum, and you can see more of the area by hopping on the metro at Decatur Station.

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Oakhurst

While Oakhurst may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Oakhurst Park and Decatur Square.

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Westchester Hills

While Westchester Hills isn't home to many top sights, Decatur Square and Fernbank Science Center are some notable places to visit nearby.

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Candler-McAfee

When in Candler-McAfee, you can plan a visit to Gallery at South DeKalb and Buena Vista Lake, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

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North Decatur

Though North Decatur may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Decatur Square and Fernbank Museum of Natural History.

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Lithonia

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Scottdale

Frequently asked questions

Is Decatur worth visiting?
One of the most popular things to do in Decatur is visit Georgia Aquarium. Check this leading sight off your agenda, then experience more of this area's distilleries and craft breweries and cafes.
How do I spend a day in Decatur?
After you've checked off major attractions like Georgia Aquarium and Zoo Atlanta, spend the rest of your day experiencing Decatur's retail and food scene.
What is the top tourist attraction in Decatur?
Georgia Aquarium is one of the top tourist attractions in Decatur and should feature high on every sightseeing list of the area.
Is three days enough to stay in Decatur?
Three days in Decatur is plenty of time to visit the city's main attractions. Many travellers spend two days on average. Georgia Aquarium, Fox Theatre and Zoo Atlanta are top-rated sights. Want to experience more? Stick around a bit longer to explore nearby hotspots like Atlanta.
Is Decatur a walkable city?
Some top sights in Decatur, like Fernbank Museum of Natural History and Centre for Disease Control National Headquarters, are within walking distance. You can also experience several of the city's popular neighbourhoods on foot. Just 2 kilometres from the city centre of Decatur is Great Lakes and Downtown Decatur is 0.16 kilometres away.
What are some activities to do in Decatur with kids?
Whether you're travelling with tiny adventurers or thrill-loving teens, an itinerary filled with cool activities makes all the difference. Check out our recommendations for what to do in Decatur with kids.

What to do in Decatur for adults?
Atlanta Symphony Hall and GSU Sports Arena are just a couple of the things to do in Decatur. With lots of activities available, there's something here for everyone.
Are there free things to do in Decatur?
One of the best ways to discover free things to do in Decatur is to chat to a local tour guide. You'll get insider recommendations on hip neighbourhoods, parks and other highlights you can enjoy without taking your wallet out. Centre for Disease Control National Headquarters is one place that doesn't have an entrance fee.