In the Neighborhood: Chamblee

Photo by Gene Phillips Photography

A look at the top family-friendly spots in this part of metro Atlanta.

Population: 31,841

Zip codes: 30341, 30366, 30345, 30329.

Known for: Being home to the CDC, cultural diversity and historic downtown area.

Peachtree-DeKalb Airport, located in Chamblee, is the second-busiest airport in Georgia. It has a rich history, including its location on part of the old Camp Gordon, a World War I Army training base. Even if you don’t have travel plans, the large playground has a view of the runways, so kids can watch the planes take off and land. After releasing all that energy, eat at the on-site restaurant Downwind, which is family owned and features plenty of family-friendly menu options.

Keswick Park is the largest park in Chamblee, covering more than 45 acres. It has a distinct family feel and an ADA-compliant playground, tennis courts, community building, outdoor basketball courts, a dog park and more.

Check out the variety of antiques shops in downtown Chamblee. It’s a fun way to show kids things that you or their grandparents grew up with that they may not have seen before.

The Frosty Caboose is a must when visiting Chamblee. Kids will love walking up to the red train car and ordering a sweet treat.

The Bunny Hive is a social club gives parents and children the opportunity to learn, play and connect through classes, happy hours and more. With multiple locations including Chamblee, the space is sophisticated and the community is grounded in inclusivity and kindness.

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