A great day out for kids of all ages, Six Flags Over Georgia is a fantastic amusement park filled with rides and thrills for just about every child to enjoy. Try the Acrophobia, the Superman, the Batman or the Goliath for the really adventurous, while younger tots will enjoy the Thomas the Tank Engine ride, Up UP and Away and the River Carousel.

Address: 275 Riverside Pkwy, Austell

Website: www.sixflags.com/overgeorgia

Telephone: (770) 948 9290

Opening times: Weekends only from March to mid-May and September to October; daily Memorial Day to Labour Day. Gates open 10am; closing hours vary

Admission: $54.99 (adults); $39.99 (children). Discounted tickets are available via the website.