Budget-friendly adventures are always in demand, and the ATL Airport District is home to plenty of interesting, inexpensive experiences where you'll get to explore, engage, and be fully entertained. Whether you’re traveling with kids or planning a low-cost day out, you’ll find many accessible attractions just minutes from Downtown Atlanta. From free activities to spots that offer big fun for just a few bucks, here are some of the best things to do in the District without breaking the bank.
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Chick-fil-A Dwarf House
461 N. Central Ave., Hapeville, GA 30354
Hapeville is home to the original Chick-fil-A Dwarf House, where founder S. Truett Cathy opened his very first restaurant in 1946 and later created the Original Chick-fil-A Chicken Sandwich. Pull up a seat for full table service and order the classics you know and love, or try throwback favorites from Truett’s original menu, like the famous Hot Brown. Save room for a slice of lemon meringue or coconut pie from The Pie Shop right inside. A delicious slice of history for the price of a sandwich? Now that’s a tasty deal!
Delta Flight Museum
1060 Delta Boulevard, Atlanta, GA 30354
Reimagined and newly renovated in Spring 2025, the Delta Flight Museum offers aviation enthusiasts a front row seat to Delta’s 100-year-long impact on the skies. Visitors will have the opportunity to walk through a Boeing 747, stand within a turbine, explore vintage Delta footage and memorabilia, plus much more! Entry is always free for kids (ages 0-3), $15 for youth (ages 4-17), and $20 for adults (ages 18+) during non-peak hours.
Hapeville Depot Museum
620 South Central Ave Hapeville, GA 30354
For a local dose of history, the Hapeville Depot Museum is a must-visit. Guests can tour the historic depot and learn about the District’s local and regional roots – all for free. Bonus: The museum also hosts a rotating art workshop featuring local artists and interactive creative projects. Skip Starbucks and grab a local brew from a nearby coffeeshop while you take in the Depot and Downtown Hapeville.
Porsche Experience Center
One Porsche Drive Atlanta, GA 30354
Families are racing to the Porsche Experience Center to witness the high-speed thrills of this world-class destination. General admission includes access to the race track viewing area and the Heritage Gallery, a rotating museum showcasing Porsche’s legacy. Entry is just $10 per person, and kids ages 12 and under are free!
Swing ATL
8480 Senoia Rd, Fairburn, GA 30213
Looking for fun for the whole family, a chill spot for date night, or a good place to hang with friends? Visit Swing ATL in Fairburn to enjoy friendly competition on their vibrant 18-hole mini golf course, try a "fling" session in one of their axe throwing lanes, and commemorate your bond with someone special on their Love Lock Fence. Local food vendors are often onsite, and if you swing by on the weekends, you can play late at this aesthetic attraction. Kids 3 and under are admitted for free, kids (4-12) and military/seniors play for $10, and everyone else (13+) can play for just $12.
Welcome All Park & Natatorium
4255 Will Lee road, South Fulton, GA 30349
Make a splash at Welcome All Park in South Fulton. The park’s indoor natatorium features a seven-lane lap pool plus a splash pool complete with a slide, and admission is just $4 for kids (ages 3-12) and $6 for ages 13-54. Swimmers 55 and up pay only $2, and South Fulton residents in that age group swim for free! Between dips, the park also offers an indoor walking track, a gymnasium, and covered picnic shelters for a full day of family fun. Grab a healthy lunch in the neighborhood to refuel after your swim!
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