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Centennial Olympic Park

Discover Atlanta’s Olympic Legacy

Skyview and Olympic Rings at Centennial Olympic Park in Atlanta Downtown
Centennial Olympic Park is full of history in greenery in the heart of Atlanta. (Photo by Gene Phillips)

Centennial Olympic Park in downtown Atlanta is an urban oasis right in the middle of some of Atlanta’s major attractions, activities and things to do for locals, visitors, families and convention attendees.

Fun Facts about Centennial Olympic Park

  1. It was built for the 1996 Summer Olympics, which is why it’s called Centennial Olympic Park.
  2. It’s home to the famous Fountain of Rings, the world’s largest interactive fountain. It’s synchronized with music, lights and jets of water – free and open to the public.
  3. It’s a symbol of unity and healing. After the tragic bombing during the 1996 Olympics, the park became a place of remembrance and resilience. To this day, it hosts concerts and community events.
  4. On the sidewalks and walkways, you can see the footprints of Olympians. Engraved bricks have the names of the donors and Olympic athletes who supported the park’s construction.
  5. The park covers 22 acres and includes lush lawns, sculptures and tree-lined paths – a green oasis in the heart of the city.

Things to Do at Centennial Olympic Park

Family on lawn at Atlanta Pemberton Place

Visit Nearby Attractions

Surrounded by Atlanta’s most popular attractions, such as the SkyView Atlanta Ferris wheel, Georgia AquariumWorld 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. 

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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.

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One Music Fest in Centennial Olympic Park
Centennial Olympic Park

Tour and Explore

Take a guided tour or do it at your own pace. Check out the Audio Tour and Brick Locator, a free audio tour that you can follow as you stroll through history, discovering the park’s iconic monuments, rich Olympic legacy and hidden gems. All at your own pace.

Download the Self-Guided Tour of Centennial Olympic Park.

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    Aerial view of Downtown Atlanta
    Centennial Olympic Park is an urban oasis offering an abundance of activities and things to do. (Photo by Melissa McAlpine)

    Insider Tips

    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.

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