Overview
Kennesaw is a city in Metro Atlanta. It is perhaps known for having a law that requires all households resident in the city to own a gun, although this law is seldom if ever enforced.
1 sights · 1 things to do · 3 places to stay
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Best things about Kennesaw
Southern Museum of Civil War & Locomotive History
Kennesaw Mountain National Battlefield Park
Visitors can also learn more about Atlanta's role in the Civil War by visiting this national battlefield, featuring 11 miles of Union and Confederate earthworks marking Civil War sites.
Plan your trip
Best time to visit & weather
Most comfortable: Mar–May, Sep–Nov. Summer highs reach about 90°F; winter lows dip to about 36°F. Very hot (Jul) — plan outdoor time for mornings. Wettest: Jul and Mar. (climate data from nearby Metro Atlanta)
Blue bars: average daily high and low (°F). Purple columns: average monthly rain and melted snow (inches).
Getting there
- From you: to see whether to drive or fly, and how long it takes.
- PDK DeKalb Peachtree Airport, Atlanta — 21 mi away. Directions
- ATL Hartsfield Jackson Atlanta International Airport, Atlanta — 29 mi away (major hub). Directions
Budget & where to stay
No prices are listed for this place yet. See the Sleep guide ↓ for options.
Sample 1-day itinerary
Day 1
- Morning Southern Museum of Civil War & Locomotive History
- Afternoon Kennesaw Mountain National Battlefield Park
Stops are grouped by area so each day needs little backtracking. Check opening hours before you go.
Food for you
There are many chain restaurants as well as local restaurants.
What to ask about, for your diet
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Get around
The best way to get around is by car. Uber, Lyft, and other such services do exist here.
See
Do
Buy
There are many chain stores, such as Walmart, Target, Costco, etc. There are also local businesses.
Eat
There are many chain restaurants as well as local restaurants.
Sleep
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