Bobby Jones Golf Club
The 18-hole Bobby Jones Golf Course is notable for its location on the site of the Battle of Peachtree Creek, a historically important Civil War event. The championship course is minutes from Downtown Atlanta and many of the holes have the city skyline as a picturesque backdrop. The course has a par of 71, length of 5,902 yards, slope rating of 120 and course rating of 67.8. Practice facilities include chipping and putting greens and a driving range. A snack bar, locker room and club rentals are also available.
Bobby Jones Golf Course
384 Woodward Way
Atlanta, GA 30305
(404) 355-1009
bobbyjones.americangolf.com
Legacy Golf Links At Windy Hill
The Legacy Golf Links at Windy Hill was designed by Senior PGA tour player Larry Nelson. From the back tees the Legacy course is 3,135 yards in length, has a slope rating of 89 and has a par of 59. In addition to two golf courses-Legacy Links and Fox Creek-Windy Creek is known for its excellent and award-winning practice facilities, including over 100 grass tee stations for driving practice, and large pitching and chipping areas. The combined practice facilities have been awarded the title "the Best Practice Facility in the Southeast" by Sports Illustrated Magazine.
Legacy Golf Links At Windy Hill
1501 Windy Hill Road SE
Marietta, GA 30069
(770) 434-6331
legacyfoxcreek.com
Highlands Golf Course
The Robert Trent Jones-designed par 72 Highlands course at the Atlanta Athletic Club is famous as the home club of Bobby Jones, Jr. and as the host of many major PGA championship events. These include the 1981 and 2001 PGA Championships and the 1990 Women's Open.The private club was established in 1898 and moved to the current location during the 1960s. You may only play the course if you are the guest of a member, but you can visit the spectacular course by attending a PGA Tournament as a spectator.
Atlanta Athletic Club
1930 Bobby Jones Dr.
Duluth, GA 30097-2499
(770) 448-2166
atlantaathleticclub.org
Charlie Yates Golf Course
The 18-hole, Charlie Yates Golf Course at East Lake is quickly and easily accessible from Downtown Atlanta, located less than 9 miles from the city's center. The par 58 course was designed by the renowned golf architect Rees Jones. The mid-length course's well-maintained par 3s and 4s present a challenge yet provide the convenience of a shorter length. A driving range, PGA professional instruction and a pro shop are available for golfers also.
Charlie Yates Golf Course
10 Lakeside Village Drive SE
Atlanta, GA 30317-3101
(404) 373-4655
charlieyatesgolfcourse.com
Other Attractions
If you need a break from golfing in Atlanta or are looking for some family-friendly entertainment, there are plenty of sights and attractions for visitors of all ages. The Jimmy Carter Library and Museum chronicles a presidential era with displays of original artifacts and documents. The Georgia Aquarium is fun and informative for the whole family. A major highlight is Nandi, the only manta ray ever to be displayed in a U.S. aquarium. At The World of Coca-Cola, you can see more than 12,000 Coca-Cola artifacts and learn more than you ever need to know about the popular beverage and brand. The Centennial Olympic Park and Atlanta Botanical Garden are popular outdoor places where you can spend some time enjoying the natural side of Atlanta.
Jimmy Carter Library and Museum
441 Freedom Parkway
Atlanta, GA 30307-1498
(404) 865-7100
jimmycarterlibrary.gov
The Georgia Aquarium
225 Baker Street
Atlanta, GA 30313
(404) 581-4000
georgiaaquarium.org
World of Coca-Cola
121 Baker St. NW,
Atlanta, GA 30313
(404) 676-5151
worldofcoca-cola.com
Centennial Olympic Park
265 Park Avenue West, NW
Atlanta, GA 30313
(404) 223-4412
centennialpark.com
Atlanta Botanical Garden
1345 Piedmont Avenue NE
Atlanta, GA 30309
(404) 876-5859
atlantabotanicalgarden.org
About The Author
Joanne Lewis is a freelance writer who has written for newspapers since 2005. She is currently the editor of a weekly community newspaper in Los Angeles, Calif. Lewis holds a Bachelor of Science in politics from the University of Bristol, England.
