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Piedmont Park

Item: Piedmont Park
Author: Lesli Peterson

Type: Family Friendly, Parks

10Best Says

Piedmont Park is Atlanta's Central Park or at least a mini version of it. Among all the skyscrapers in the Midtown area, this is a beautiful piece of green. There are paved trails that many like to come and roller blade on a weekend afternoon. There's even a dog park for Fido. Besides the green space, there's a beautiful pond, a swimming pool, tennis and basketball are available too. People of all different types play at Piedmont Park, so everyone is welcome and no one is out of place. There are lots of free events, so check online sites to see the latest about events at the Park.

Address:

1320 Monroe Drive
Atlanta, GA 30306

Phone:

404-875-7275

Website:

piedmontpark.org

EXPERT TIPS BY: Lesli Peterson
Atlanta Local Expert

Parks: "Parking is difficult to find. Take Marta and walk the 10 minutes to the park."
Free Things to Do: "Plan ahead. Call a few friends and pack a lunch, a book and a Frisbee. Make a day out of it."

Best for Parks Because: From hiking to playgrounds, scavenger hunts to a farmers market, there is a TON of affordable fun for families at Piedmont Park.
Best for Free Things to Do Because: Gorgeous views of the skyline paired with ample acreage of green space make for an idyllic way to spend an alfresco afternoon on the cheap.

EXPERT TIPS BY: Kelly Skinner
Atlanta Local Expert

Best Attractions & Activities: "Park at the Atlanta Botanical Garden deck."

Recommended as Best Attractions & Activities Because: Atlantans take in the great outdoors and enjoy a sense of community at this friendly, beautiful place.