Marietta boasts a historic town square, five districts on the National Register of Historic Places, and a dramatic mountain backdrop. Even though it's near Atlanta, it has enough small-town charm to enchant anyone.

While Marietta is one of Atlanta's largest suburbs, it has a character all its own. The town has a rich Civil War history, and it's easy to get transported back in time. Take a picture by the Marietta Trolley. Wander through Antebellum Square and marvel at grand 18th-century homes. You can also head out to the Kennesaw Mountain battlefields. Many museums also highlight the cultural significance of Marietta. Check out the Marietta Museum of History, The Root House Museum, and the Marietta Gone With the Wind Museum.

You can also enjoy classic Southern comfort food in Marietta. Local favorites include mac and cheese at Stockyard Burgers and Bones and chicken biscuits at The Marietta Local. Get your fill of greens and yams at RC's Southern Cooking. There are also many wine bars and tapa spots.

Another local figure is "The Big Chicken," a KFC restaurant in Marietta. It features a 56-foot-tall steel-sided structure designed to look like a chicken rising from the top of the building. After eating a bucket of fried chicken, you should hit pause on going to the nearby Six Flags White Water park. Those slides and rides will be waiting for another day of excitement when you aren't bursting with drumsticks.

If you want to hike, bike, or fish, Marietta is the place to be. The city has many parks, including Custer Park, Laurel Park, and Steve & Virginia Tumlin Park at Hickory Hills. Some trail favorites are the Sope Creek Trail and the Gold Branch trail. Cycling tours show off the area's landscape, and there are many trail riding opportunities for mountain bikers. For canoeing and kayaking, don't miss the Chattahoochee River National Recreation Area. It has many hikes and excellent bird watching. If you want to picnic, pull out a blanket, and enjoy the views in nature or right in the city. Marietta Square has a big fountain and colorful gardens, making it a perfect summer picnicking spot.

You can even picnic right in your backyard! Spending so much time outside, it makes sense why homeowners want to spruce up their yards. With so much to do in Marietta, on top of working and chores, it's hard to find the time. That's where LawnStarter comes in.

Use their website or app to connect with local businesses that handle all landscaping services, from bush trimming to patio construction. Put down your rake and enjoy Marietta! LawnStarter is landscaping made with the customer in mind; it's easy, time-efficient, and sweat-free.