15+ Things to do on Christmas Day (After Opening Gifts)

Once the gifts have been unwrapped and holiday cheer is turning to holiday sneer, it's time to get out of the house and do something fun with the family. Thankfully, Atlanta has lots of things to do ON Christmas day to keep the holiday season bright. Here are three of our favorites. For more, visit the family travel site 365 Atlanta Family.

Skating. The Atlantic Station ice skating rink is a perfect Christmas Day diversion. Enjoy the chilly holiday air amid high rises just like Rockefeller Center in NYC. If you'd rather stay warm indoors, Cascade Fun Center has a public roller skating session on Christmas Day.

SkyView Atlanta. Downtown Atlanta has a lot going on Christmas Day. There is the Centennial Park ice skating rink, the Chinese Lantern Festival, and Skyview Atlanta, the downtown Ferris Wheel. Ride the ferris wheel in the evening for one of the best views of the city lights.

Garden Nights, Holiday Lights.The Atlanta Botanical Gardens is one of the best places to see holiday lights in Atlanta, and they are open on Christmas Day! For more holiday light displays, visit the family travel website 365 Atlanta Family.