Top 10 Kid Friendly Things To Do and Attractions in East Cobb

"Just a mile or so from the downtown area, this is a popular location amongst those looking to relax and enjoy some recreation particularly in the warmer weather. The park also offers a lakeside pool, which offers the perfect way to kick back and cool down when the weather is warm. This is an attractive park where you can enjoy hanging out with friends and family, look forward to a stroll around the beautiful grounds, and enjoy a host of recreational activities."

"Sturkie: “If you want a classic Atlanta spot, go to Piedmont Park. Depending on your photographer, you can go really any route with Piedmont — traditional, documentary, or something in-between. It just offers a gorgeous backdrop and a fun place to be no matter what your style."

"National Historical Site honors one of the great leaders in the African-American Civil Rights Movement. Covering 35 acres, this National Parks Service site offers much to see and learn. Among the many stops, you can pay your respects at his burial place, tour his boyhood home, or visit Ebenezer Baptist Church where he often spoke."

"Much like the great leader who inspired it, this national monument has a big impact. Located in the historic Sweet Auburn District downtown, the Martin Luther King, Jr. National Historical Park goes on and on."

"When it comes to the history of Atlanta, the museum, historic houses, and gardens of the Atlanta History Center have it all!. Start at the Atlanta History Museum with exhibits that spotlight everything from the indigenous Mississippian people to modern-day Atlantans, the city’s important role during the Civil War and the blockbuster movies filmed locally. Then head outdoors to wander through the gardens and explore the historic homes that are also part of the Atlanta History Center, including the Swan House and Smith Farm."

"This museum allows children to build and launch a rocket, paint a masterpiece, construct a house, explore robotics, and even climb through the Earth’s core. Hands-on play and exploratory learning get your child's gears turning in new ways."

"Kiddos 8 years old and younger will have a blast at this interactive museum that recently received $8.2 million in upgrades. Don’t miss playing inside a magical castle, launching rockets, and painting in the enticing art studio."

"At the center of Inman Park lies this little wind-sheltered jewel. Girded by Victorian manses, Springvale Park offers plentiful shade, a serene pond and the most badass slide this side of the county fair. Be mindful of goose droppings."

"This flash-frozen ice cream is created using liquid nitrogen, hence the name. Try the cake batter and fudge with cookie dough sprinkles, the coconut and black raspberry mixed with berries and topped with coconut flakes, or peanut butter ice cream topped with fudge, Reese’s peanut butter cups, and brownies. There’s also a location near Centennial Olympic Park in downtown Atlanta."

"This unique ice cream is frozen using only liquid nitrogen, making it a really cool and cold treat. They have traditional and fun flavors, including bubble gum, cake batter, cinnamon, maple, root beer and white chocolate, or you can add mix-ins to make your own delicious combinations. Downtown, Johns Creek and Sandy Springs."

"As the name suggests, Sub Zero Ice Cream is special because its ice cream is made using liquid nitrogen for the freezing process!. This process creates a rich, dense ice cream that is unique to this technique. They’ve put a focus on customizable flavors, stop by the shop and create your own ice cream concoction today!"

"Both locations of Nam Phuong are worthwhile starting points to explore the joys of Vietnamese cuisine beyond pho and banh mi, though the Jimmy Carter Boulevard outpost has a bit of an edge on the Buford Highway one. The number of menu options can be overwhelming, but you can’t go wrong with bone-in, steamed chicken over a crisp pile of shredded vegetables, eggless crepes bursting with fragrant shrimp and pork, and cubes of marinated, flash-seared beef tenderloin with fried rice and watercress. Cumin-spiced St. Louis ribs and sofrito mac and cheese"

"Consistently awarded as one of the best Vietnamese restaurants in America, Nam Phuong  brings an authentic dining experience rooted in traditional flavors. Just try and tear yourself away from the fish sauce-glazed chicken wings, braised duck soup and more classics at this unassuming heavy hitter. Where: Buford Highway"

"Walk it off by picking up the BeltLine’s Eastside Trail just outside the Krog Street Market and headed north toward Inman Park. Look out for towering art sculptures, like William Massey III’s “The Art of Reconciliation,” and murals of street art underneath the overpass near the Old Fourth Ward skate park."