Explore the top things to do in Smyrna, Atlanta, and beyond

With easy access to I-285, I-20, and I-75, the Country Inn & Suites, Smyrna, GA is perfectly positioned for exploring the bustling metro area of Atlanta. Take the kids to an Atlanta Braves baseball game at Truist Park or spend the day at Six Flags Over Georgia riding monster coasters like Goliath, both located about five miles away. If you love to shop, department stores and boutiques are just minutes away at Cumberland Mall and the Galleria Specialty Shops. Looking for things to do closer to your hotel room? You don’t have to go far to discover the best of Smyrna, including downtown restaurants, Fox Creek Golf Club, and the scenic Silver Comet Trail.

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Centennial Olympic Park

7.33 mi / 11.8 km from the hotel
Once the central site of the 1996 Olympics, this park is ideal for jogging, picnicking, or catching a live concert. Bring the kids to splash in the Fountain of Rings and enjoy the various festivals that take place throughout the year.

Cobb Galleria Centre

3.95 mi / 6.36 km from the hotel
This premier conference venue features striking architecture, a 144,000-square-foot exhibition hall, on-site restaurants, and independent boutiques at the Galleria Specialty Shops.

Georgia Aquarium

7.23 mi / 11.64 km from the hotel
The aquarium’s more than 10 million gallons of water are home to whale sharks, manta rays, and beluga whales—marine animals that are rarely exhibited in other aquariums. You can add special experiences like getting up close with a California sea lion.

Six Flags Over Georgia

5.29 mi / 8.51 km from the hotel
Thrill-seekers can get an adrenaline rush on rides like The Riddler Mindbender, Goliath, and SkyScreamer. Bring your swimsuit for a trip to the seasonal on-site water park, Hurricane Harbor.

Truist Park

4.37 mi / 7.04 km from the hotel
Baseball fans won’t want to miss seeing the Atlanta Braves play at this stadium. You can also buy tickets for a behind-the-scenes tour of the park and enjoy concerts, shopping, and dining at the Coca-Cola Roxy and The Battery Atlanta.

Zoo Atlanta

9.33 mi / 15.01 km from the hotel
This family-friendly attraction is home to more than 1,000 animals, including giant pandas, two-toed sloths, and meerkats, at this family-friendly attraction.

World of Coca-Cola

7.37 mi / 11.86 km from the hotel
This fascinating museum offers interactive exhibits and memorabilia detailing the history of one of the world’s most recognizable brands. Save a few minutes to sample some of the 100-plus sodas from around the globe.

Martin Luther King, Jr. National Historical Park

8.51 mi / 13.69 km from the hotel
Pay your respects at the Eternal Flame, see the home where Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. was born, and visit the World Peace Rose Garden when you visit this expansive park.

CNN Center

7.52 mi / 12.1 km from the hotel
Peruse the stores, grab a bite to eat in the food court, and ride one of the world’s longest escalators in the atrium of CNN’s global headquarters.

Cobb Energy Performing Arts Centre

4.19 mi / 6.74 km from the hotel
A must for lovers of performing arts, this major venue is home to the Atlanta Opera and the Atlanta Ballet. Programming also includes big-name concerts, Broadway musicals, and comedy shows.

Cumberland Mall

3.57 mi / 5.74 km from the hotel
Spend the day shopping at this mall that features more than 100 stores, including Macy’s, Apple, and Michael Kors. Hungry? Take a break to dine at restaurants such as The Cheesecake Factory and Stoney River Steakhouse and Grill.

Georgia World Congress Center

7.09 mi / 11.41 km from the hotel
The convention center at GWCC boasts 1.5 million square feet of exhibition space and hosts events that draw more than a million visitors a year.