Centennial Olympic Park

Discover Atlanta’s Olympic Legacy

Centennial Olympic Park not only serves as a legacy of the 1996 Olympic Games, but is the center of a thriving tourist district with neighbors that include the Chick-fil-A College Football Hall of Fame, the National Center for Civil & Human Rights, World of Coca-Cola, Georgia Aquarium and Children’s Museum of Atlanta. This downtown Atlanta park is an urban oasis offering an abundance of activities and things to do for visitors, families, convention attendees and locals. 

Things to Do at Centennial Olympic Park

1.  Take Selfies with Insta-Worthy Art: Check out the digitally interactive mural at the Visitors Center and take a pic in front of the Olympic Rings sculpture. 
2. Attend Annual Events: Centennial Olympic Park hosts large, popular annual festivals and events including the Look Up Atlanta Independence Day Celebration and the Juneteenth Atlanta Parade and Music Festival.
3. Play in the Fountain of Rings: Not only is it one of the most sophisticated fountains in the world, the Fountain of Rings is also the world’s largest interactive fountain to incorporate the Olympic Rings symbol. Children of all ages play in the fountain and enjoy the synchronized water and music program where water dances to familiar tunes complete with sound and lighting effects. It’s free to view the Fountain of Rings show, which plays four times a day, 365 days a year, at 12:30 p.m., 3:30 p.m., 6:30 p.m. and 9 p.m.
4. Explore Rich History: The Audio Walking Tour, which is available on the mobile website, provides an opportunity for visitors to experience the park at their convenience. At their own pace, visitors can enjoy and learn about Atlanta, Centennial Olympic Park and the continued legacy of the 1996 Olympic Games. It’s packed with history, architecture, quirky trivia and original music.
5. Visit Nearby Attractions: Surrounded by Atlanta’s most popular attractions such as the SkyView Atlanta Ferris wheel, Georgia Aquarium, World of Coca-Cola and the National Center for Civil and Human Rights, the park serves as Atlanta’s central access point to family fun and entertainment. 

Insider Tips

• Pack a picnic lunch and camp out on the grass of Centennial Olympic Park in Atlanta to refuel in between visiting some of the nearby attractions.
• Get the best view of the iconic Atlanta park from atop the SkyView Ferris wheel.
• Free wireless internet access is available in and around the park’s Visitor Center. You will also find maps and information about the park’s history at the Visitor Center.
• Consider using public transportation, like MARTA, to get to the park. Parking is limited, although paid parking options are nearby.

Know Before You Go

Where is Centennial Olympic Park Located?

Centennial Olympic Park is conveniently located in downtown Atlanta at:
285 Andrew Young International Blvd. NW
Atlanta, Ga. 30313

What Attractions are Near Centennial Olympic Park?

You can find popular attractions near Centennial Olympic Park including the SkyView Atlanta Ferris wheel, Georgia Aquarium, World of Coca-Cola, Children’s Museum of Atlanta, the Chick-fil-A College Football Hall of Fame and the National Center for Civil and Human Rights.