Atlanta · Fulton County, GA

Outdoors in Atlanta

Scout analyzed 139 Atlanta places and surfaced the ones that actually fit outdoors.

Places analyzed

139

Matches

Typical spend

$25

Typical visit

1.4 hr

Scout-verified spots

Glenwood Park

Drip

Drip is a neighborhood coffee shop, good for a quick stop for an espresso drink and a snack. Expect to spend $5-15 per person for about 30 minutes.

FoodShoppingRelaxed

$5–$15 typical45 min visitmoderate parking

Brookwood Hills

The Hive Buckhead

The Hive Buckhead is a restaurant suitable for a meal out, potentially for lunch or dinner. Expect a visit of about 1.5 hours with an average spend of $30-70 per person.

FoodCocktailsRelaxed

$30–$70 typical1.3 hr visitmoderate parking

Outdoors

Cochran Mill Park

Cochran Mill Park is ideal for a half-day outdoor excursion, offering trails and natural beauty for minimal cost. It pairs well with a picnic or can be part of a longer day trip exploring the area.

OutdoorsViewsAnimals

$0–$5 typical1.5 hr visiteasy parking

Morningside-Lenox Park

Whiskey Bird

Whiskey Bird is a good spot for a casual dinner or brunch with unique fusion plates and cocktails. Expect to spend 1-1.5 hours and around $30-70 per person for food and drinks.

FoodCocktailsRelaxed

$30–$70 typical1.5 hr visitmoderate parking

Old Fourth Ward

Staplehouse

Staplehouse is suitable for a dinner out, offering New American cuisine in a restaurant setting with an outdoor patio. Expect a visit of about 1.5 hours and a cost of $50-100 per person.

FoodShoppingCocktails

$50–$100 typical45 min visitmoderate parking

Peachtree Center

Ray's In the City

This fine dining restaurant is suitable for an evening date or special occasion, offering seafood, steaks, and live jazz. Expect to spend 1.5-2 hours and $75-$150+ per person.

FoodCocktailsLive music

$75–$150 typical1.5 hr visitmoderate parking

Midtown Atlanta

Café Intermezzo - Midtown

This cafe is good for a relaxed dessert or coffee stop after a meal or a show. Expect to spend 1-2 hours and around $15-40 per person.

FoodShoppingCocktails

$15–$40 typical45 min visitmoderate parking

Reynoldstown

Con Leche Coffee

Con Leche Coffee is suitable for a quick stop to grab coffee and a pastry. Expect to spend 30 minutes and around $5-$15 per person for a beverage and a snack.

FoodShoppingRelaxed

$5–$15 typical45 min visitmoderate parking

Home Park

Marcel

Marcel is a high-end steakhouse best suited for a celebratory dinner or romantic date, offering classic American steakhouse fare in an ornate setting. Expect to spend 2-3 hours and over $100 per person.

FoodCocktailsRomantic

$100–$250 typical1.3 hr visitmoderate parking

Old Fourth Ward

Central Park

Central Park is suitable for a free outdoor family outing or solo stroll, easily combined with a local meal or other activity. Expect to spend 1-2 hours enjoying the paths, fields, or playground.

OutdoorsSportsRelaxed

$0 typical1.5 hr visiteasy parking

Midtown Atlanta

Foxtail Coffee - Midtown

This is a good spot for a quick coffee break or a casual meeting. Expect to spend 30-60 minutes and $5-$15 per person.

FoodShoppingRelaxed

$5–$15 typical45 min visitmoderate parking

Whitewater Creek

East Palisades Trailhead

This trailhead offers outdoor activity for a few hours, suitable for a solo hike or a family walk. Parking often costs a few dollars, making it a low-cost outing that pairs well with a picnic or post-hike meal.

OutdoorsSportsViews

$0–$5 typical1.5 hr visitmoderate parking

Outdoors

Panola Mountain State Park

Panola Mountain State Park is good for a half-day or full-day outdoor excursion, offering hiking, fishing, and nature exploration for a low to moderate per-person cost. It pairs well with packing a picnic and enjoying the natural scenery.

OutdoorsAnimalsViews

$5–$20 typical1.5 hr visiteasy parking

Centennial Park District

World of Coca-Cola

Visit the World of Coca-Cola for 1.5-2 hours to explore exhibits and taste different sodas, pairing well with a meal nearby. Expect to spend about $21-50 per person on admission and souvenirs.

ArtsHistoryFood

$21–$50 typical2 hr visitmoderate parking

Peachtree Center

Polaris

Polaris is ideal for a special dinner or drinks with a panoramic rotating view of the city. Expect to spend 1.5 hours and around $75-150 per person for food and cocktails.

FoodCocktailsViews

$75–$150 typical1.3 hr visitmoderate parking

West End

Portrait Coffee

Portrait Coffee is a good spot for a quick coffee run or a relaxed meet-up. Expect to spend under $15 per person for about 45 minutes, perfect as a morning start or an afternoon break.

FoodShoppingRelaxed

$5–$15 typical45 min visitmoderate parking

Outdoors

Red Top Mountain State Park

Red Top Mountain State Park is suitable for a half-day to full-day outdoor outing, offering hiking, lake access, and scenic views. Expect to pay a small park entrance fee per vehicle for a nature-focused activity.

OutdoorsSportsViews

$5–$15 typical1.5 hr visiteasy parking

Midtown Atlanta

5Church Midtown

This upscale American restaurant is good for a celebratory dinner or a weekend brunch outing. Expect to spend 1.5-2 hours and $50-$100+ per person for food and drinks.

FoodCocktailsUpscale

$50–$100 typical1.3 hr visitmoderate parking

Old Fourth Ward

Condesa Coffee

Condesa Coffee is a versatile spot for a morning coffee, an afternoon work session, or an early evening casual drink and small plate. Expect to spend $5-$25 per person for an hour-long visit.

FoodShoppingCocktails

$5–$25 typical45 min visitmoderate parking

Food & Drink

Read Shop by The Merchant

This coffee shop and boutique bookstore is suitable for a relaxed solo outing or a quiet catch-up. Expect to spend about an hour and $10-25 per person for coffee, pastries, and browsing.

FoodShoppingRelaxed

$10–$25 typical45 min visiteasy parking

Outdoors

Arabia Mountain National Heritage Area

Arabia Mountain is ideal for a half-day outdoor excursion with hiking and scenic views, easily paired with a picnic. It's largely free to enter, though some activities might incur small fees.

OutdoorsViewsHistory

$0–$10 typical1.5 hr visiteasy parking

Food & Drink

Canoe

Canoe is a fine dining spot ideal for a romantic dinner or special occasion, offering New American cuisine with river views. Expect to spend 2 hours and $75-$150 per person.

FoodCocktailsViews

$75–$150 typical1.5 hr visiteasy parking

Grant Park

Grant Park is ideal for a relaxed weekend outing, particularly for families with children or individuals seeking outdoor activity. It pairs well with a picnic or a visit to the adjacent Zoo Atlanta, and can be free for just walking or up to $25 per person if entering the zoo.

OutdoorsAnimalsViews

$0–$25 typical1.5 hr visitmoderate parking

Midtown Atlanta

MODA (Museum of Design Atlanta)

Visit MODA for an hour or two to explore rotating design exhibitions. It's a good solo or date activity, can be combined with other Midtown attractions, and typically costs around $12-18 per person for admission.

ArtsShoppingRelaxed

$12–$25 typical2 hr visitmoderate parking