Marietta Square & Glover Park
Explore the heart of downtown with boutique shops, cafés, and restaurants surrounding a lovely green space with a bandstand, fountain, gazebo, and playground (a locomotive replica echoes the Great Locomotive Chase)
Community events such as the Farmers Market (Saturdays), art walks, holiday tree lighting, concerts, and reenactments happen throughout the year
Historic & Outdoor Attractions
Kennesaw Mountain National Battlefield Park – About 10 miles from the square, this 2,900-acre Civil War site offers 17 mi of hiking trails, reconstructed earthworks, scenic views, and a visitor center
Chattahoochee Nature Center – A 127-acre nature oasis along the river with live exhibits, boardwalks, and outdoor programs
Novelis Skatepark – Georgia’s largest skatepark, ideal for skateboarding enthusiasts
Museums & Historic Homes
Marietta History Museum (Kennesaw House) – Housed in an 1845 cotton warehouse/hotel, this museum covers local history and the Great Locomotive Chase
Marietta/Cobb Museum of Art – Located in a former post office, featuring American art and scenes from the film Selma
William Root House Museum & Garden – A preserved 1850s merchant’s home with interactive tours and historic gardens
Arts & Entertainment
Earl and Rachel Smith Strand Theatre – A beautifully restored 1935 Art Deco venue hosting live performances, classic film showings, and concerts
Marietta Theater Company – Produces musicals and plays—check their schedule in advance
Tours & Fun Activities
Ghosts of Marietta – 90‑minute spooky walking or trolley tours delving into historic cemeteries and haunted local lore
Mountasia Family Fun Center – A family-friendly complex for go‑karts, mini‑golf, batting cages, arcade games, and laser tag
Six Flags White Water – A nearby water park offering thrilling rides and a lazy river (seasonal)
Novelis Skatepark – Great for skateboarders seeking challenge and fun
Quirky Landmark & Food Tours
The Big Chicken – Visit the iconic 56‑ft steel chicken landmark sitting atop a KFC, packed with history, a gift shop, and photo ops
Marietta Square Food Tours – A 3‑hour guided tasting tour around seven local eateries spans Southern, Italian, Asian, Colombian dishes, desserts, and adult beverages
Farmers Market – Every Saturday morning at the square, offering produce, crafts, artisan goods, and lively atmosphere .