Kennesaw Mountain National Battlefield Park
Under $25Hike Civil War earthworks and climb a trail to the summit of Kennesaw Mountain, 1,808 feet above sea level.
Transit: reachable by public transit

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A Kennesaw garden with rotating seasonal exhibits, bonsai, butterflies, and art installations spread across its grounds.
2382 Pine Mountain Road, Kennesaw, Georgia 30152 · Kennesaw, GA
Smith-Gilbert Gardens, an affiliate of the City of Kennesaw, offers visitors changing seasonal displays all year. Guests can watch plant collections, wildlife, and art installations shift with each season. The grounds feature bonsai, butterflies, and numerous sculptures, along with garden areas and programs for children. Visitors should note that the Hiram Butler House is not wheelchair accessible, and accessible check-in is handled best by buying tickets online or calling ahead.
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Transit: reachable by public transit
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