Parks
33 parks, playgrounds and dog parks in the city.
- Lewis Park0.9 mi from downtown
- Joe Mack Wilson Park0.3 mi from downtown
- Elizabeth Porter Park0.4 mi from downtown
On a budget
Free things to do in Marietta
5 kinds of free outings in and around Marietta.
Good days out in Marietta don’t have to cost anything. These ideas come from the city’s parks, libraries, historic landmarks and nearby public lands. For free concerts, markets and festivals this week, see the free events calendar.
Libraries
Borrow books, movies and museum passes, and join free programs.
- Switzer Library266 Roswell Street
- Sibley Library1539 South Cobb Drive
- Stratton Library1100 Powder Springs Road
Historic places
9 landmarks on the National Register, many easy to see on a walk.
- Marietta National CemeteryBuilt 1866
- Arnoldus Brumby HouseBuilt 1851
- Northwest Marietta Historic District
Hiking
Trails on public land; some areas charge a parking or day-use fee.
- Kennesaw Mountain National Battlefield Park3 mi west
- Cooper'S Furnace Day Use Area (Ga)18 mi northwest
- Riverside Park Day Use Area (Ga)18 mi northwest
Wildlife viewing
Birding and nature watching on public land.
- Kennesaw Mountain National Battlefield Park3 mi west
- Payne Campground-Allatoona Lake12 mi north
- Chattahoochee River National Recreation Area15 mi east
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THINGS TO DO · YOUTUBE SHORT
Gone With the Wind museum at Brumby Hall
A brief look inside the Gone With the Wind museum at historic Brumby Hall. A Short shared by 4K Walk with Anna.
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THINGS TO DO · YOUTUBE SHORT
Exploring Marietta Square
A stroll around the shops, murals and park at Marietta Square. A Short shared by Moving to Atlanta.
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What are free things to do in Marietta?
Parks, Libraries, Historic places, Hiking, Wildlife viewing. City parks and libraries are free; some outdoor areas on federal land charge a parking or day-use fee, noted on each listing.
Are there free events in Marietta this weekend?
Check the free events calendar, updated daily from local organizations, libraries and the city.
Do I need a library card to use the library?
No card is needed to visit or attend most programs; a free card from the local library lets you borrow books, movies and often museum passes.