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Martin Luther King Jr. National Historical Park is one of The 15 Best Places for Church in Atlanta.

1. Martin Luther King Jr. National Historical Park

9.3
450 Auburn Ave NE, Atlanta, GA
Historic and Protected Site · Sweet Auburn · 52 tips and reviews

USA TODAYUSA TODAY: Includes King’s childhood home, tomb, a family museum, his father's church and a National Park Visitor Center, where exhibits are geared toward families. Read more.

The GrioThe Grio: This traditionally black neighborhood of several blocks in Atlanta includes Martin Luther King, Jr.'s birth home, the Ebenezer Baptist Church where he was a pastor, and his grave site.

Daniel S.Daniel Sullins: Take a tour of MLK, Jr. birthplace, tomb, and historic Ebenezer Baptist Church. This is a life changing experience, and a must visit place in Atlanta.

Sister Louisa’s Church of the Living Room and Ping Pong Emporium is one of The 15 Best Places for Church in Atlanta.

2. Sister Louisa’s Church of the Living Room and Ping Pong Emporium

8.2
466 Edgewood Ave NE (at Boulevard NE), Atlanta, GA
Dive Bar · Sweet Auburn · 72 tips and reviews

James H.James Hsiao: Go on Sundays for Church Organ Community Karaoke (and Preach-It!)

Kimlee D.Kimlee Davis: Everything. The staff, the people/regulars, the sangrias, the church organ karaoke, the atmosphere, the patio, the art and the ping-pong.

MikeMike: Take 'em to Church. Cool vibe, but there can be lots of students some nights. This is a must for any Atlanta visitor.

The Tabernacle is one of The 15 Best Places for Church in Atlanta.

3. The Tabernacle

8.7
152 Luckie St NW (btw Spring St NW & Andrew Young International Blvd), Atlanta, GA
Music Venue · Downtown Atlanta · 89 tips and reviews

AshleyAshley: The Tabernacle opened in 1910 as The Broughton Tabernacle. Then became Georgia Baptist Medical Center & nursing school, The Third Baptist Church, House of Blues and now as we know it, The Tabernacle. Read more.

Decibel MagazineDecibel Magazine: The Tabernacle is a 2600 capacity, 4 story, 100 year old converted church that now features some of the bigger metal shows.

ScoutmobScoutmob: The Tabernacle was a baptist church up until 1994, when it was sold to use as a entertainment venue for the 1996 Olympics. Thats some soul music!

MLK Memorial is one of The 15 Best Places for Church in Atlanta.

4. MLK Memorial

8.7
Auburn (Boulevard), Atlanta, GA
History Museum · Sweet Auburn · 16 tips and reviews

Ravey B.Ravey Baby: I learned so much about MLK & Coretta as well. Stuff I never knew about. From the church, the museum to his childhood home I was so moved. I thoroughly enjoyed myself, this is a must see in ATL.

Anjali M.Anjali Mirchandani: Learn all about the life of Martin Luther king Jr. and feel History come alive. Walk in his shoes and see his childhood home, Ebenezer Baptist church, his tomb and marvel in the civil right glory.

Paula M.Paula Madeira: Free and very interesting. It tells the whole life of MLK and segregation. It really makes you think and it is very touching. A must in Atlanta for sure.

Midtown Art Cinema is one of The 15 Best Places for Church in Atlanta.

5. Midtown Art Cinema

8.6
931 Monroe Dr NE Ste C212 (at 8th St), Atlanta, GA
Movie Theater · Midtown · 68 tips and reviews

TheJoyPod P.TheJoyPod Photo Booth Company: Checked out church service at the Gathering Oasis. Nice young congregation.

Courtney H.Courtney Hughes: Cheese and jalapeño stuffed pretzel is awesome!

Brandon S.Brandon Static: Banksy exit thru the gift shop

Peachtree Hills Park is one of The 15 Best Places for Church in Atlanta.

6. Peachtree Hills Park

7.7
308 Peachtree Hills Ave NE, Atlanta, GA
Park · Peachtree Hills · 3 tips and reviews

BrianBrian: Great park after church

Aubrey RamonAubrey Ramon: Great place for just about any active, athletic outdoorsy person. Looking forward to playing Spring kickball season there.

1Live S.1Live Stew: There's plenty of hiding places when your kids have to potty! 

Zoo Atlanta is one of The 15 Best Places for Church in Atlanta.

7. Zoo Atlanta

8.7
800 Cherokee Ave SE (at Grant Park), Atlanta, GA
Zoo · Grant Park · 160 tips and reviews

Steve B.Steve Blackston: Great trip with the church group. Needs better directions for the bus drivers on where to park.

michelle s.michelle sink: Lots to see and do! Great petting zoo and exhibits!

HISTORYHISTORY: The zoo opened in 1889 whenbusinessman George V. Gress purchased a bankrupt traveling circus & donated the animals to Atlanta. In 1999 the zoo joined only 2 other zoos in housing giant pandas.

Elmyriachi is one of The 15 Best Places for Church in Atlanta.

8. Elmyriachi

7.7
1950 Hosea L Williams Dr NE (Howard St NE), Atlanta, GA
Mexican Restaurant · Kirkwood · 30 tips and reviews

BikaboutBikabout: Great mexican food in an old Church's chicken.

Phillip R.Phillip Ranglin: Taco salad in the tortilla bowl is amazing. Try it with the turkey chorizo!

Justin H.Justin H: great service, terrific atmosphere and extremely tasty burritos.

Shane's Rib Shack is one of The 15 Best Places for Church in Atlanta.

9. Shane's Rib Shack

7.3
1221 Caroline St NE (at Moreland Ave NE), Atlanta, GA
BBQ Joint · Edgewood · 25 tips and reviews

Erin G.Erin G.: 10% off on Sundays with your church bulletin

Pierre B.Pierre Bethea-Emanuel: Good food. Love the Carolina mustard bbq sauce

Keith De H.Keith De Hood: No collard greens or beef meat...But everything else taste great.

Flying Biscuit Cafe Terminus is one of The 15 Best Places for Church in Atlanta.

10. Flying Biscuit Cafe Terminus

8.0
3280 Peachtree Rd NE Ste 145 (Piedmont Rd NE), Atlanta, GA
Breakfast Spot · North Buckhead · 67 tips and reviews

Amol K.Amol K: It can get packed on Sundays after church ... get here early!

KristinKristin: Very good. Quick wait I. Saturday morning! Fried egg sandwich was yummy and the grits! Free parking in the garage next door!

Russell C.Russell Clinton: Try the creamy, dreamy grits!

Highland Bakery is one of The 15 Best Places for Church in Atlanta.

11. Highland Bakery

8.7
655 Highland Ave NE (at Sampson St NE), Atlanta, GA
Bakery · Old Fourth Ward · 228 tips and reviews

Jewel G.Jewel Grant: Always yummy. Try to get there early. Especially on sundays as there is a church next door.

Andrew Thomas C.Andrew Thomas Clifton: The granola is super fresh. Get it with berries and almond milk for a good start on your day!

EaterEater: A truly great brunch experience. You must try the Peanut Butter French Toast. [Eater 38 Member]

The Beautiful Restaurant is one of The 15 Best Places for Church in Atlanta.

12. The Beautiful Restaurant

7.2
2260 Cascade Rd SW (Herring Rd SW), Atlanta, GA
BBQ Joint · 32 tips and reviews

Twila A.Twila Ambers: When I want soulfood after church, catch me in line here

Howard L.Howard L: Oxtails are the Bomb!!

Aisha M.Aisha M. 💋: 8p on Sunday is NOT the time to come!

The Varsity is one of The 15 Best Places for Church in Atlanta.

13. The Varsity

8.2
61 North Ave NW (at Spring St NW), Atlanta, GA
Hot Dog Joint · Midtown · 359 tips and reviews

Teresa O.Teresa Oliver: The onion rings are to die for. Always a great lunch after Church or a Ga Tech game.

Zach P.Zach Porter: Great spot for after the Dragon Con parade this year. The chili-cheese dog is my favorite. Don't think I have ever bothered to try a hamburger here

The White HouseThe White House: President Obama talks to a group of kids from Lenora Academy in Snellville, Georgia during a stop at the Varsity. Read more.

The Flying Biscuit Cafe is one of The 15 Best Places for Church in Atlanta.

14. The Flying Biscuit Cafe

8.6
1001 Piedmont Ave NE (10th St), Atlanta, GA
Breakfast Spot · Midtown · 180 tips and reviews

Craig R.Craig R: Weekend brunch wait can be an hour, either get there before church is out or grab a coffee and people watch on this interesting corner.

Debz S.Debz Salazar: The grits,the chicken sausage,the mimosas...Everything I've tried has been delicious!

David Orland B.David Orland Brown: Don't get the steak & eggs. Awful.

Ria's Bluebird is one of The 15 Best Places for Church in Atlanta.

15. Ria's Bluebird

8.9
421 Memorial Dr SE (at Cherokee Ave. SE), Atlanta, GA
Breakfast Spot · Grant Park · 203 tips and reviews

Ryan B.Ryan Beez: Grits were like church; heavenly. Breakfast burrito was like a David Lynch movie; dreamy with lots of layers. Bacon was like a comet; out of this world. 👍

Bonnie L.Bonnie Lyle: Great for vegans with meat eating friends. Maybe you could get them to try a bite of cruelty free food! 😊

Creative Loafing AtlantaCreative Loafing Atlanta: Country-fried tempeh and gravy is like a vegetarian take on country-fried steak and gravy. But better! Why else would it be on CL's 100 dishes list? Read more.