30 something anniversary trip

I have been to ATL plenty of times in my 20%26#39;s; had lots of fun. However, I havent been since 2003. I am now married and we are both in our early 30%26#39;s. We are thinking of driving down to spend a couple of days there next Fri/Sat May 1 %26amp; 2. Have no idea what to do - need suggestions. We plan on shopping of course and eating out. I was told to check out Atlantic Station and Copeland%26#39;s Cheesecake. But what about live music venues (r%26amp;b, jazz, hip hop)? Other things to do? (not interested in the aquarium) Thanks in advance!!

30 something anniversary trip

I%26#39;m surprised someone would recommend Atlantic Station or Copeland%26#39;s Cheesecake Factory. Copeland%26#39;s is just another chain with big portions and a huge menu. It%26#39;s that chain%26#39;s attempt at Cheesecake Factory, but I think that the actual Cheesecake Factory has better food. If you%26#39;re going to Atlantic Station, you%26#39;d get a much better meal and dining experience at Rosa Mexicano, Lobby, or Dolce.

As for Atlantic Station itself, the layout and location are pretty cool. The movie theater and bowling alley are quite nice. But, the stores themselves are just the same chains you would find anywhere - Gap, Bath %26amp; Body Works, Z Gallery, Banana Republic, etc. I really wouldn%26#39;t consider it a tourist destination.

For jazz, Churchill Grounds is a great option. For blues, you%26#39;ve got to visit Blind Willy%26#39;s. To see a listing of all musical acts in Atlanta on the weekend of your trip, look at creativeloafing.com.

As for what to do, the Things to Do tab on the left will give a good overview of what Atlanta has to offer. I always suggest that people go to Oakland Cemetery, which is near the MLK historical sites as well.

30 something anniversary trip

Thanks so much, very helpful!!

I looked up Copeland%26#39;s online and wasnt impressed; I love Cheesecake Factory and would rather go there. I also looked up the stores at Atlantic Station; I was surprised to see they really arent different from the malls here at home.

Again, thanks. If you can think of anything else, please let me know. We just love live/good music.

Copeland%26#39;s isn%26#39;t too much worse Cheesecake Factory, so if you love CF you will probably like Copeland%26#39;s. I just do not like that large, unoriginal chain restaurant feel, especially when Atlanta has so many unique restaurants to offer.

I%26#39;ve heard good things about Sambuca cafe for jazz. Atlantic Station is cool and has great places to eat (Rosa!!!)

Sounds cool. We have a Sambuca here as well; I%26#39;ll check the calendar to see who is playing next weekend.