Marietta Travel Guide

  Moth on a butterfly bush in Marietta
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  • Moth on a butterfly bush in Marietta
      Moth on a butterfly bush in Marietta
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  • looking up the creek towards Paper Mill Rd
      looking up the creek towards Paper Mill...
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  • Massage?
      Massage?
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  •   Shopping
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Pro

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 Every one is so nice! Lots of nature, shopping & Restaurants. 


Con

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 Traffic can be troublesome 


In a nutshell

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 Well what can you say about a town whose most notable feature is a building that looks like a chicken. 

 

Explore Marietta

Things to Do  

Kennesaw Mountain Park options

Kennesaw Mountain Park options, Marietta

 dustmon Says:  There are 5-6 different areas that you can go in this park, from long walks through grassy plains, to walks through the woods with eerie creek areas, to local history houses from the Civil War time, to fantastic Cemetaries and lots more---many places to just walk, with... 

KASI Spa---massage/hair cuts

KASI Spa---massage/hair cuts, Marietta

 dustmon Says:  Located near the Hyatt Suites, this place just opened with a groupon, and I have been there twice now---the therapists are great and the massages are relaxing if you want, or invigorating with a firmer touch. Recommended. 

marietta welcome center

marietta welcome center, Marietta

 doug48 Says:  the marietta welcome center is a good first stop when in marietta. the welcome center is located in the historic 1898 marietta train depot. at the welcome center you can get information about hotels, restaurants, and the historic attractions of marietta. 

Marietta History Museum

Marietta History Museum, Marietta

 BruceDunning Says:  The museum depicts the time of Andrews and group that stole the train-General from the Confederates; the famous manufacturing plants and old time stores in town; the arms used in the wars, and many other sites. The building was a manufacturing plant for knitting, then a... 

Glover Park/Marietta Square--farmers' market

Glover Park/Marietta Square--farmers' market, Marietta

 dustmon Says:  There is a local farmer's market here at the Marietta Square every saturday morning starting around 8:30 AM in the summer, normally selling out around 11:00 for the local items. There are locally grown vegetables, fruits, and other items such as soaps, homemade jerky,... 

Hotels  

Hyatt Regency Suites Atlanta Northwest

 1 Review and 146 Opinions  Located just off I-75 North at Windy Hill Rd, this must be a business person's dream---easy access... 

Hilton Marietta Conference Center & Resort

 2 Reviews and 144 Opinions  I have not stayed here, but I cannot recommend Hilton for anyone after the last Hilton stay I had... 

Restaurants  

Mellow Mushroom: good pizza

Mellow Mushroom: good pizza, Marietta

 dustmon Says:  Good chain pizza place with helpful young staff and good local beer on tap---I am really more of a delivery pizza guy, but for going out, this is a good one-----specials on pitchers sometimes, check the web... ham and pineapple pizza 

Nice Down HOme Food: Australian Bakery

Nice Down HOme Food: Australian Bakery, Marietta

 BruceDunning Says:  It was different and mostly good. The pasteries and meat pies are the theme, with an Australian flair. There also is baked cookies and many cans of unique goods. Prices are $4.50 and$9 range for a meal and drink and chips The steak/cheese pie was good. 

Douceur de France Bakery and Cafe: Wonderful French Bakery/Restaurant

Douceur de France Bakery and Cafe: Wonderful French Bakery/Restaurant, Marietta

 dustmon Says:  Just opened in Marietta right across from the Confederate Cemetery, this small spot has delicious pastries, breads and other French imported goodies, also a great breakfast/lunch spot with omelets, french toast, french eggs benedict, and lots more....Run by a lovely French... 

Sugar Cakes Patisserie: Sweet Cakes and breakfast

Sugar Cakes Patisserie: Sweet Cakes and breakfast, Marietta

 dustmon Says:  This is right on the square and humming during the saturday farmers market. They have omelets, waffles, crepes and other breakfast goodies changing to soups and sandwiches and more for lunch. Especially nice to sit outside and watch the market bustle!updated august... 

Vincents: Local family Italian fare

Vincents: Local family Italian fare, Marietta

 dustmon Says:  A good but not fancy place for a family Italian meal, or a date night. There are coupons available in the local papers and they also have an early bird special dinner price. Full bar and no TV's----kid friendly and not too expensive.Veal, pastas, salads, sausages and... 

Cajun Johns: Best Po-Boys....hard to find

Cajun Johns: Best Po-Boys....hard to find, Marietta

 dustmon Says:  Brother John has a sandwich/Po-Boy shop behind a Citgo Station on Powder Springs St. It used to be the car wash, and now sells homemade po-boys with catfish, whiting, shrimp, oysters, or whatever. They are huge and can feed 2 easily---the bread is delicious and his tasty... 

Transportation  

Car Spa for needy autos

Car Spa for needy autos, Marietta

 dustmon Says:  If you need a carwash, or a minor repair, or an oil change when in the area, Car Spa has more than one location and this one at the corner of Windy Hill and Hiway 41 in Marietta is perfect. They have deals on their website so you should print one of those to use if needed.... 

Shopping  

America's Best: Eyeglass or Contact needs

America's Best: Eyeglass or Contact needs, Marietta

 dustmon Says:  While you are in the area, if you have any needs about glasses or contacts, this is the place....I went in to buy some new glasses and they had a deal, 2 pair for about $120 including a new eye exam. I picked out some regular glasses and also picked out some Raybans (really... 

Wolf Camera: Need film/Camera help?

Wolf Camera: Need film/Camera help?, Marietta

 dustmon Says:  Wolf Camera has expert help for questions about non-working cameras, digital help, printing, batteries and almost anything you would need for your cameras. They also have daylong classes for those needing more information. Batteries, cameras, cords retail 

American Eagle Outfitters: clothes and shoes

American Eagle Outfitters: clothes and shoes, Marietta

 dustmon Says:  Clothes and shoes with a rugged outlook, for men, women and children, a large showroom with lots of lighting and parking. Free shipping with $100 order and web deals on jeans and more..... clothes and shoes retail 

Sports Addiction: Sports autographs and more

Sports Addiction: Sports autographs and more, Marietta

 dustmon Says:  They have autograph signings here on occasion and sell autographed memorabilia from this store location in the Avenue at West Cobb. Lots of Georgia Bulldog items, but all sports represented. Ga Bulldog helmets, cards and autographs retail 

Barnes and Noble: Books and more

Barnes and Noble: Books and more, Marietta

 dustmon Says:  Since my fave store for books, Borders, went out of business, B&N is the only other big box store for book lovers. Located at the back of a strip shopping center, The Avenue at West Cobb off Dallas Hiway. If they dont have it, you can get it on their website. books retail 

CalyRoad Creamery: Cheese, Gromit!

CalyRoad Creamery: Cheese, Gromit!, Marietta

 dustmon Says:  These folks have a booth at the Marietta Farmers Market on Saturdays until October, selling fresh homemade cheese, including Brie, Feta, Mozzarella and more---also goat cheesesReally good and fresh!Their main shop is in Sandy Springs---227 Hildebrand Dr 30328... 

Warnings and Dangers  

Drug dealers and hackers
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Lisa12345as 3 reviews

When I stayed there not only did my car got broken into but there was a man begging for money and there was hacker staying on the 2nd floor I saw 2 lady taking turns going in and out with different man.

Written Sep 21, 2012

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Off The Beaten Path  

Kennesaw Mountain

Kennesaw Mountain, Marietta

 BruceDunning Says:  Right next to the town is the huge mountain that is also the Federal Park. It was the scene of a large battle for Atlanta during the Civil War when General Sherman came through here. There are walking paths and also a road to the top of the mountain. At the foot of the... 

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