Ponce de Leon amusement park, Entertainment complex in Atlanta, Georgia, United States.
Ponce de Leon was an amusement park located on Ponce de Leon Avenue that featured multiple attractions including rides, a dance hall, a theater, and a natural mineral spring. Visitors could enjoy diverse entertainment options all within the same grounds.
The park opened in 1903 and drew thousands of visitors throughout its operation until closure in the early 1920s. Afterward, the property was redeveloped for commercial use.
The park enforced racial segregation policies common in the early 20th century South, permitting African Americans only as service workers for white guests.
A streetcar line connected downtown Atlanta directly to the park, making it easy for residents and tourists to reach. The location served as a popular destination during the warmer months.
The grounds contained a natural mineral spring that locals believed held healing properties and connected it to legends of the Fountain of Youth. This water source drew many visitors specifically for its supposed benefits.
The community of curious travelers
AroundUs brings together thousands of curated places, local tips, and hidden gems, enriched daily by 60,000 contributors worldwide.
