Why outdoor go karting could be the most fun thing you do with your kids in Atlanta
Why go karting is a must on your next vacation to Atlanta
Go karting is a fun, family-friendly experience with a laugh-inducing adrenaline rush. Have you tried it with your family yet? If not, it should be on the top of your list of things to do during your next trip to Atlanta.
It’s not only a great way to share some good, hearty fun and laughter with your family members, but it’s also a fantastic team bonding activity. Kids can get a head start on their driving skills, which has the potential to set them up to be much better and safer drivers once they start their driving lessons. Not only that, but it also helps develop concentration, reflexes, and problem-solving skills.
Let’s face it– go karting gets a bad rap from time to time. But is it deserved? We think it’s not, and this is why. Most people aren’t aware of how safe go karting has become in recent times. Nowadays, go-kart tracks have to meet mega-high safety standards to even be open to the public, and this involves strategic safety measures for drivers, including full protective gear, and go-kart cars with plenty of safety features.
Keep on reading to discover why you should give outdoor go karting a go!
It’s an excellent bonding activity
Go karting is one of those activities that is so exhilarating and entertaining, you won’t even realize how much time has passed while you were busy having all that fun. Better yet, it’s a great bonding activity because you’ll be having all that fun alongside your family. Kids will love the freedom and independence they feel while steering and driving their own go-kart, and they’ll be in a great mood, eager to engage and be present in the activity together, which allows for an excellent family bonding experience.
While go-karting is a fantastic team building and bonding activity, it is also a great opportunity for some healthy competition. You’ll have a blast racing your family around the track, and seeing who has the best winning skills. Enjoy some healthy competition as you spend the day bonding and racing each other around the track.
It’s a great way to enjoy a day in Atlanta with the kids
Atlanta has plenty of typical tourist attractions and points of interest that are great for families and are well worth visiting. But why not experience Atlanta in a unique and different way? A vacation should always have at least one out-of-the-box and quirky experience on the list to make it extra memorable. And let’s face it, a day spent go-karting is much more memorable in the minds of your kids than a day spent at a history museum (hey, we’re not saying that museums aren’t important educational attractions, but you get the picture.)
It’s a great energetic opportunity to let kids burn off their extra steam in a safe and controlled environment! Plus, it’s a great way to let them experience the reality of driving so that they can save some of those skills in their pocket for later. Practicing driving in an enclosed track with full safety gear and mini “cars” which are designed to be as safe for young drivers as possible, is a great way to let them enjoy the experience of driving. They’ll love the experience and will remember it forever. Enjoy this enthralling activity with your kids, while you get to embrace your inner child at the same time.
Malibu Norcross is the best go-kart tracks in Atlanta for families
Have you heard of Malibu Norcross? It’s the top, family-friendly place for families in Atlanta to speed around an outdoor go-kart track! Not only that, but you can enjoy a myriad of other activities during your visit, like two 18-hole mini-golf courses, batting cages, a state-of-the-art arcade room, and an enormous water play area. You can make a whole day out of it, with the go-karts being the star of the show. There’s truly not a better place to take the whole family out for a day of go-kart racing in Atlanta!
Atlanta is known for its sunny weather and year-round mild climate, so what better way to experience Atlanta than spending it outdoors as a family? Malibu Norcross features an outdoor go-kart track, and all other activities are enjoyed outside as well. It’s the perfect way to get your dose of vitamin D and fresh air, all while having fun and enjoying the attractions.
At Malibu Norcross, each go-karting session lasts for five minutes, allowing you plenty of time to race around the straightaways, banked curves, and hairpin turns. But just one session isn’t enough. You and your kids will want to go at least a few times so that you can get the full experience and develop their driving skills.
You can even buy an unlimited rides pass, to enjoy racing around the go-kart track all day long if you’d like to. Browse all the different ticket options to find the right one for your visit. You’ll find options such as 2-hour unlimited ride passes, 4-hour unlimited ride passes, single ride passes, and all day unlimited options. Check out the Malibu Grand Prix prices to find the best ticket or pass option for your visit.
Malibu go-karts are high octane and are designed to be safe for young riders. Up to two people can enjoy racing around in each go-kart at once. Drivers must be at least 58” tall, and passengers have to be a minimum of 40”. Even young visitors can enjoy riding alongside a parent or guardian! Everyone can join in on the outdoor go karting fun.
After you’ve finished your go-kart races, head over to the two themed 18-hole miniature golf courses for another type of family bonding. Kids and adults will love cheering each other on and seeing who can get the most holes in one! Test your stroke and aim when you putt across the lush greens, colorful windmills, and wild water features. For the ultimate dose of fun, get an unlimited mini golf pass to try both miniature golf courses as many times as you’d like.
Got a birthday coming up? There’s not a better place to celebrate than at the Malibu Norcross go-kart racetrack! Your birthday boy or girl can invite all their friends and race against them. After a fun go-karting session, you can enjoy a birthday party organized by the expert Malibu Norcross staff. There are plenty of birthday party packages to choose from, including 2- or 4-hour unlimited rides and mini golf passes. All birthday party packages include game cards, a 1-hour birthday party in the party room with a kid’s meal and beverages, tableware, setup, and cleanup. Some birthday packages include all-day unlimited rides and mini golf packages, plus a t-shirt for the birthday child! Browse the different birthday party packages to find the perfect one for your child’s special day.
When you visit Malibu Norcross, you’ll be sure to work up an appetite between all the go-kart races. But not to worry, you can stop by Malibu Café to refuel anytime you like. The café offers a tasty and varied menu, sure to satisfy the taste buds of your entire group. Sink your teeth into delicious cheese or pepperoni pizzas, 100% pure beef hot dogs, hamburgers, or chicken tenders. Choose from a yummy snack menu which includes nachos, ice cream, pretzels, and churros. Want a healthy option? Malibu Café offers daily healthy menu options which include grilled chicken sandwiches, Caesar Salads with grilled chicken, veggie burgers, and more. Children have yummy kid’s menu items to choose from, like mini chicken sandwiches, mini burgers, chicken nuggets, mac & cheese, and more. There’s not a better way to stay fueled for your go-kart races.
So, what are you waiting for? Come to Malibu Grand Prix Go Karts track to put your driving skills to the test alongside your family. Who knows, maybe you’ll find someone in your group has the hidden talents of an F1 driver. There’s only one way to find out!
A full day of fun, great moments, and unforgettable memories with you and your kids awaits you at Malibu Norcross. Your kids won’t ever forget the adrenaline-filled laughter you experienced together on the racetrack. Give your kids a gift they’ll remember forever with a fun day spent at Malibu Norcross. Browse the selection of tickets and pass options to find the best one for your visit.
