Things to do in Kennesaw GA
Kennesaw is a city northwest of Atlanta, Georgia. The Southern Museum of Civil War and Locomotive History displays weapons and a steam locomotive. To the southeast, Kennesaw Mountain National Battlefield Park has Civil War monuments and trails. Swift-Cantrell Park includes a skate park and playgrounds. To the northwest, forested Red Top Mountain State Park juts into Lake Allatoona, and offers trails and a beach.
Elevation: 1,089′
Weather: 70°F (21°C), Wind NW at 3 mph (5 km/h), 88% Humidity
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Kennesaw
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Kennesaw, GA, USA
Kennesaw Mountain
Mountain with hiking & an overlook
Mountain featuring hiking trails & a scenic overlook, plus an interpretive center at its base.
Kennesaw Mountain National Battlefield Park
Civil War site & visitor's center
Preserved site of an 1864 Civil War battle, with a visitor's center featuring a film & artifacts.
Smith-Gilbert Gardens
Botanical garden, art & learning center
Vast garden features 3,000 plant species, contemporary sculptures, a historic home & varied classes.
Southern Museum of Civil War and Locomotive History
Historical haven with exhibits & hiking
Smithsonian affiliate with hands-on permanent & traveling exhibits on the Civil War-era railroad.
Swift Cantrell Park
Playgrounds, dog park & trails
Playgrounds, trails & picnic pavilions in a 130-acre recreation area including dog & skate parks.
