If you are new to Atlanta or just visiting, you should see some of these popular sites.

Martin Luther King Jr. National Historic Site

Located in the heart of the Old Fourth Ward, you can explore this historical park by first stopping at the Visitors Center. Here you can register for a tour of Dr. King's Birth Home. Visiting the home where Dr. King was born and lived the first twelve years of his life is often the highlight of one's visit to the park. The interior tour is limited to 15 people on a first-come, first-served basis on the day of the tour.

The King Center- Mrs. Coretta Scott King established The Martin Luther King, Jr. Center for Nonviolent Social Change, Inc. in 1968 to preserve her husband's legacy. While at The King Center, visit the final resting place of Dr. King, Jr. and exhibits on him, Coretta Scott King, and Mahatma Gandhi.

Ebenezer Baptist Church: In 1960, Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. became a co-pastor of Ebenezer with his father, Rev. Martin Luther King, Sr., known as "Daddy" King. He remained in that position until he died in 1968. As a final farewell to his spiritual home, Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.'s funeral was held in the church.

Click here to learn more about the Martin Luther King Jr. National Historic Site and plan your visit.

Atlanta Botanical Garden

If the weather is good, you can easily visit Piedmont Park and walk to the Atlanta Botanical Gardens. There are 30 acres worth of gardens to explore, along with a unique Canopy Walk. In the winter leading up to the holiday season, you can experience the festive Garden Lights, which you will want to see once it is dark. It is a spectacular display throughout the garden.

Click here to learn more about the Atlanta Botanical Garden and to plan your visit.

Piedmont Park

This 185-acre park offers walking or biking trails throughout and around the lake. Have lunch at one of the local restaurants within walking distance of the park and take a stroll around the lake to walk off the calories. The park is filled with trees, so an excellent way to take in the changing fall colors.

To learn more about the park and plan your visit, https://piedmontpark.org/