Atlanta or as they call it- `Hotlanta` is a hot tourist destination with an abundance of tourist attractions and great places to visit. Here`s just a sneak peak of what Atlanta has to offer to its visitors:

Georgia Aquarium:World`s largest aquarium, the Georgia Aquarium has 8 million gallons of water that houses close to 100,000 sea animals that you would rarely see anywhere else in the world. This aquarium is located in Downtown and is mostly jam packed during weekends and holidays.

The CNN Tour:Take this fascinating tour to catch a glimpse of what happens behind the scene at CNN. It is often considered to be one of the most popular destinations in Atlanta. The guided tours are short and wouldn`t take more than 50 minutes.

Georgia Dome:The Georgia Dome has been providing the stage for most shows and events in Atlanta city. The private and exclusive parts of the dome are open for public viewing at a small price.

Atlanta History Center:This is a place for the curious history lovers. Along with temporary and visiting exhibits, there are several permanent exhibits in the history center that include Turning Point: the American Civil War and Down the Fairway with Bobby Jones.

The King Center:The King Center is a memorial to forward the legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. It was built by his wife in the same year of his death. The center plays host to more than 650,000 people annually from all over the world. It also hosts some exhibits that include the Nonviolence or Nonexistence Online Learning Program, The Beloved Community Network and The King Papers Project.

Atlanta hosts numerous conventions and plays host to millions of business travelers and tourists all through the year. Accommodation available caters to the tastes, needs and budgets of all.

Downtown:Major conventions in Atlanta are held at the Atlanta Hilton & Towers which has 104,000 square feet of meeting space. The recently renovated Hyatt Regency is frequented by both locals and travelers for its roof top revolving restaurant. The most notable hotels in the downtown is the Marquis Marriott with a 50 storey atrium lobby. The sports lover would enjoy a stay at the Omni Hotel at CNN Center whereas the ones with a limited budget would prefer the Days Inn and the TraveLodge.

Buckhead:Buckhead is the area that places you bang in the middle of the best that Atlanta has to offer. Close to the best shopping, dining and nightlife options in Atlanta, Buckhead is home to loads of upscale hotels. Ritz Carlton, known for its restaurant Dining Room, is quite a great option. Grand Hyatt Atlanta, Embassy Suites and J.W. Marriott Hotel are the finest luxury accommodations in the area. You can find more affordable options in the form of Fairfield Inn or the Courtyard.

Midtown:For the ones with the heart to splurge, Four Seasons Hotel and Presidential Suites are the best options to stay in Midtown. The Georgian Terrace is a landmark hotel with pocket friendly prices. Marriott Residence Inn Midtown and Shellmont Bed & Breakfast Lodge comes under the affordable bracket. Biltmore Suites is another exceptional option that has played host to dignitaries as great as Dwight Eisenhower and Franklin Roosevelt.

A valid passport is required by all nationals visiting United States of America.

Visa is not required by nationals of Britain, Canada, Australia and all EU countries. However, nationals of Bulgaria, Greece, Romania, Cyprus and Poland do require a visa as they`re not included in the visa waiver program.

Summer months are the best time to enjoy the Atlanta outdoor activities and sports. Though days are quite warm, evenings are cool. Even though winter has always been off season in Atlanta, the filled-out cultural calendar and cheaper hotel rates are inducements enough for the travelers.

Atlanta experiences all the four weathers but the variations are much less than in other US cities. July and august are hot and humid months with temperatures hitting 90 degree Fahrenheit or more. Fall time from September to November is pretty pleasant and dry. Winters are quite cool with temperatures hovering around 32 degree Fahrenheit. Snow is quite rare. Spring is the rainiest time of the year with frequent tornadoes. Apart from that, the temperatures from March to May are pleasant and perfect for outdoor activities.

Currency:Currency used in Atlanta is US Dollar. ATMs and bureau de change can be easily found throughout the city. Debit cards and credit cards are widely accepted. Travelers` checks are mostly accepted everywhere.

Language:English is the primary language of United States. The other languages that are commonly spoken and understood in Atlanta include Spanish and other Indo European and Asian languages.