Make the most of your conference experience by connecting with the NODA community beyond sessions. Explore the opportunities below to build relationships and grow your network:

• Excursions: Opportunities to explore and connect in Atlanta before or after the Annual Conference. These experiences have an additional cost and are not directly coordinated by NODA, but you can meet up with other participating NODA members.
• Side Trips: Opportunities to explore Atlanta and connect with NODA members during the conference for an additional fee. Registration is required and is separate from your NODAC.
• Socials: Opportunities to explore Atlanta and engage with NODA members during the conference with no upfront cost—you can decide how much you’d like to spend.
• Wellness Initiatives: Opportunities to prioritize and practice overall wellness throughout the conference to support your personal well-being.
• Discover ATL: Opportunities to visit iconic Atlanta landmarks on your own time before, during, or after the conference.

Excursions

SkyView Atlanta
Monday, November 9 | 7:30-8:30 P.M.

See the City From a New Angle!

Opened in 2013, SkyView Atlanta rises over 200 feet across from Centennial Olympic Park, offering climate-controlled gondola rides with sweeping views of downtown’s skyline and lights. More than an attraction, it’s a shared experience—from quiet moments to lively groupoutings—where every rotation reveals Atlanta from a fresh perspective. Guided by SkyView Partners’ guest-first approach, visitors leave feeling newly inspired by the city around them.

6 people per gondola. No outside food or drinks. Enjoy on-site Energy Eatz offering snacks plus beer, wine, mixed drinks and other beverages.

Learn more about the SkyView Atlanta.

Price: $22.06

Includes: General Admission
Tickets may be purchased for a future visit and are valid for one-time use up to one year from the date of purchase.

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Side Trip

Georgia Aquarium
Thursday, November 12 | 11 A.M. – 1:30 P.M.

Dive into wonder at the Georgia Aquarium, where you’ll come face-to-face with breathtaking marine life—from massive whale sharks to playful sea lions—all in one unforgettable experience. Whether you’re looking for adventure, awe, or the perfect outing, this iconic attraction brings the magic of the ocean to life and leaves every visitor amazed.

Just a short 10 minute walk away, Aquarium participants should meet on the Motor Lobby floor of the North Tower at 10:30 A.M. The group will depart for the Aquarium at 10:45 A.M. sharp!

Price: $75.00

Includes: Admission to the Georgia Aquarium and a Meal Voucher (be redeemed for any purchase in Coastline Cafe for up to $25.00!

Tickets are limited and will be available in the NODA Store beginning
May 14 at noon (EST).

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Explore ATL

City Pass

Grab a city pass and enjoy a bundle of the must-see attractions into a convenient, money-saving package that will ensure you experience the best things to do in Atlanta.

Price: $106.00 (Visit the official City Pass page)

Includes: 1-Time admission to your choice of 5 attractions:

• Georgia Aquarium
• World of Coca-Cola
• Zoo Atlanta
• Fernbank Museum of Natural History
• College Football Hall of Fame
• National Center for Civil and Human Rights

World of Coca-Cola

Step into the story behind one of the world’s most iconic brands at the World of Coca-Cola, where immersive exhibits, vintage memorabilia, and behind-the-scenes secrets bring Coca-Cola’s history to life. From tasting beverages from around the globe to snapping photos with the famous Coca-Cola Polar Bear, it’s a fun, interactive experience that’s as refreshing as the drink itself.

Atlanta Beltline

This 22-mile loop of trails, parks, and future transit is connecting 45 neighborhoods and creating a vibrant public space for recreation, commerce, and cultural expression. Along the path, you can find new restaurants, breweries, art galleries, local businesses, and experience moving arts and cultural exhibits and programs.

Learn more on the Atlanta Beltline site.

Sweet Auburn Avenue

Explore Atlanta’s history as the heart of the Civil Rights Movement.

Discover Atlanta’s civil rights history in the Sweet Auburn neighborhood of downtown Atlanta. From the birth home of Martin Luther King Jr., to the Sweet Auburn Curb Market, guests and locals alike can spend a full day exploring this historic area.

Atlanta Botanical Garden

A botanical garden – or botanic garden – is a place where plants are cultivated for display, education, research, conservation and enjoyment. Atlanta is home to one of the nation’s best.

Trap Music Museum

The Trap Music Museum is an interactive experience that uses art to showcase the rich culture of trap music, one of the most popular genres of music today. By paying homage to the inspiring trials and triumphs of today’s biggest trap stars and providing a platform for emerging artists.

Millennium Gate Music

Designed by artist Alexander Stoddart, this 100-foot-tall Roman style arch houses a museum, which preserves Georgia history, art and culture from the Native Indian, Spanish, British Colonial and American Revolutionary periods. See iconic pieces from Atlanta’s pioneering families, including Adair, Candler, Woodruff and more. Enjoy the skyline
views from the top of the building.

Atlanta EATS

Atlanta’s food scene is vibrant, diverse, and constantly evolving, blending Southern staples like fried chicken and shrimp and grits with global influences and creative, chef-driven concepts. From food halls and pop-ups to upscale dining, the city offers everything from casual bites to innovative fusion cuisine, reflecting its rich cultural mix and culinary experimentation.Near Centennial Olympic Park, you’ll find plenty of convenient, walkable dining options perfect for quick
lunches or post-session meetups.

To explore spots tailored for busy attendees, check out a Foodie’s Guide to ATL, to find the best eats and treats near Centennial Park.