Things to do in Decatur

Activities, attractions and tours

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Things to do

World of Coca-Cola General Admission Ticket

World of Coca-Cola General Admission Ticket

P1,851
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
World of Coca-Cola General Admission Ticket
Atlanta: SkyView Ferris Wheel Ticket

Atlanta: SkyView Ferris Wheel Ticket

P1,337
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
Atlanta: SkyView Ferris Wheel Ticket
City Lights Atlanta Night-Time Tour with Photos & Dinner Stop

City Lights Atlanta Night-Time Bus Tour with Photos & Dinner Stop

P4,195
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
City Lights Atlanta Night-Time Bus Tour with Photos & Dinner Stop
Center for Puppetry Arts: Worlds of Puppetry Museum

Atlanta: Center for Puppetry Arts, Worlds of Puppetry Museum

P1,018
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Atlanta: Center for Puppetry Arts, Worlds of Puppetry Museum
Atlanta's Black History and Civil Rights Tour

Atlanta's Black History and Civil Rights Tour

P4,499
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
Atlanta's Black History and Civil Rights Tour
Atlanta: Atlanta Braves' Truist Park Guided Tour

Atlanta: Atlanta Braves' Truist Park Guided Tour

P2,128
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Atlanta: Atlanta Braves' Truist Park Guided Tour
Interrogation Escape Room | Atlanta Ga.

Atlanta: Interrogation Escape Room

P2,310
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Atlanta: Interrogation Escape Room
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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 P 1,352 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
Free cancellation available
The previous price was P 211 and current price is P 69 per adult
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Tea Around Town: A Delightful Atlanta Experience

Tea Around Town: A Delightful Atlanta Experience

Activity duration is 1 hour and 30 minutes
5.8 out of 10 with 9 reviews
Price is P 5,227 per adult
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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
8.0 out of 10 with 1 review
Free cancellation available
The previous price was P 1,839 and current price is P 1,747 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 39 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is P 4,243 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. Savor 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 and neighborhoods 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 isn't home to many top sights, Oakhurst Park and Gentry-McClinton House are some notable places to visit nearby.

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Westchester Hills

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

Candler-McAfee

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Candler-McAfee and surrounding area, you can visit Buena Vista Lake and East Lake Golf Club.

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Belvedere Park

While Belvedere Park might not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Waffle House Museum and American Legion Golf Course.

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Atlanta

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Stone Mountain

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Ellenwood

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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 travelers 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 Center for Disease Control National Headquarters, are within walking distance. You can also experience several of the city's popular neighborhoods on foot. Just 2 kilometers from the city center of Decatur is Great Lakes and Downtown Decatur is 0.16 kilometers away.
What are some activities to do in Decatur with kids?
Whether you're traveling 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 neighborhoods, parks and other highlights you can enjoy without taking your wallet out. Center for Disease Control National Headquarters is one place that doesn't have an entrance fee.