Things to do in Decatur

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World of Coca-Cola General Admission Ticket

World of Coca-Cola General Admission Ticket

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World of Coca-Cola General Admission Ticket
Atlanta: SkyView Ferris Wheel Ticket

Atlanta: SkyView Ferris Wheel Ticket

￥3,450
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88% 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

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Atlanta: Center for Puppetry Arts, Worlds of Puppetry Museum
World of Coca-Cola Ticket & Guided Tour with VIP Polar Bear Photo

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

￥7,689
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92% of travellers recommend
World of Coca-Cola Ticket & Guided Tour with VIP Polar Bear Photo
Art and Fun in Atlanta

Art and Fun in Atlanta

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Art and Fun in Atlanta
Atlanta: Atlanta Braves' Truist Park Guided Tour

Atlanta: Atlanta Braves' Truist Park Guided Tour

￥5,491
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100% of travellers recommend
Atlanta: Atlanta Braves' Truist Park Guided Tour
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The Escape Game at The Battery in Atlanta

￥6,816
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The Escape Game at The Battery in Atlanta
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Atlanta: Zoo Atlanta General Admission Ticket

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Atlanta: Zoo Atlanta General Admission Ticket
18 Hole Mini Golf: South Atlanta Day and Night Fun

18 Hole Mini Golf: South Atlanta Day and Night Fun

￥2,353
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100% of travellers recommend
18 Hole Mini Golf: South Atlanta Day and Night Fun
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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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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 East Lake Park are some notable places to visit nearby.

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Westchester Hills

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

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North Decatur

While North Decatur might not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like DeKalb History Center Museum and Decatur Square.

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Candler-McAfee

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Candler-McAfee and surrounding area, you can visit Gallery at South DeKalb and Buena Vista Lake.

Popular day trips from Decatur

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Atlanta

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Lithonia

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Stone Mountain

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Clarkston

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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.