In today's economy, families are cutting back in all areas, including entertainment. If you visit Georgia, you will find lots of entertaining places to go and things to see. These free activities can be educational and entertaining to the whole family.
History buffs will not want to miss the Chattanooga and Chickamauga National Military Park. The park is filled with cannons and memorials that depict various battle sites. Created in 1890, this is the first and oldest National Military Park, which was dedicated to the memories and preservation of history as it was created. A phone number is provided that you can call from your cell phone to have a site-by-site guide, explaining each stop along the way. There is no charge to visit this valuable resource. Climb the watch tower to view the entire park. Bring a picnic lunch and spend the day, but watch out for the deer who are not shy around people.
Chattanooga and Chickamauga National Military Park
3370 Lafayette Road
Fort Oglethorpe, GA 30742
706-866-9241
http://roadsidegeorgia.com/site/chickamauganmp.html
Stone Mountain is the world's largest deposit of exposed granite and is metro Atlanta's most visited landmark. Located 16 miles east of Atlanta, the five-square-mile sized park hold many attractions. Ride the sky-lift up the mountain and enjoy the views of Atlanta. Hike up the mountain from another starting point. Ride the train around the mountain. Play golf at the 36-hole golf course or fish in Stone Mountain Lake. Many craft shows, celebrity visits, laser shows and festivals are held at various time year round. Many events are free, but there is a parl entry fee. For vehicles carrying 14 people or less, the cost is $10. Be sure to check the on-line calender to see what is happening in the park. Visit for more than just a day by camping with your family at Stone Mountain Campgrounds, which has 400 campsites for RV's and tent campers. For more upscale accommodations, stay at The Stone Mountain Inn or Evergreen Resort, both operated by Marriott Hotel.
Stone Mountain Park
Highway 78
Stone Mountain, Georgia 30086
770-498-5690 or 800-401-2407
http://www.stonemountainpark.com/contact/
If you are in Atlanta, you should not miss the memorial to Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr, who has contributed so much towards racial harmony in the United States. The memorial is free of charge, and the tour of the park is self guided, except for tours of the birthplace and home, which are led by a tour-guide and can only accomodate 15 people.
450 Auburn Avenue, NE
Atlanta, Georgia 30312
404-331-6922
http://www.nps.gov/malu/index.htm
