The Need for Speed
Let your family’s inner racecar driver out. If you are looking for a way to get the whole family’s motor running, go for a spin at one of these top three places in Atlanta for an indoor driving experience.
Tiny Towne
Let your aspiring drivers ages 3-15 steer high-tech mini cars on realistic streets. Staff members and bumpers prevent the kids from bumping each other and keep the little ones on track if they get stuck. Mon.-Thurs., 11 a.m.-7:30 p.m.; Fri.-Sun., 11a.m.-9 p.m. 2055 Beaver Ruin Rd., Norcross. Tiny and Booster cars, 5 credits per round; credits, $1 each. 470-545-7227. tinytowne.com
K1 Speed
This indoor karting center offers an authentic racing experience. All junior racers must be at least 48″ tall and adults must be at least 4'10″ to race. These European-designed electric karts reach speeds of 45 miles per hour. Mon.-Thurs., noon-10 p.m.; Fri., 11 a.m.-11 p.m.; Sat., 10 a.m.-11 p.m.; Sun., 10 a.m.-8 p.m. 1625 Pleasant Hill Rd., Duluth. Prices vary depending on experience; starting at $20. 678-367-2857. k1speed.com
Andretti
Allow the kids to experience the thrill of high-performance electric go-karts that can reach 15 mph. Mon., 11 a.m.-10 p.m.; Tues.-Thurs. and Sun., 11 a.m.-11 p.m.; Fri. and Sat., 11 a.m.-1 a.m. 11000 Alpharetta Hwy., Roswell. Adult race, $24.95; Junior race, ages 16 and younger, $15. 770-992-5688. andrettikarting.com