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There’s so much to see and do in the ATL Airport District and beyond! Here are a few hand-picked local spots we know you’ll love.

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IN THE DISTRICT

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Arches Brewing

Looking for a first-class microbrewery experience? Stop in for a locally-crafted brew at Arches, right around the corner in Hapeville. Enjoy the art gallery in the tasting room or take your pint out back for some fresh air.

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Brake Pad

Located in Historic Downtown College Park, Brake Pad is the perfect place to refuel between flights. Enjoy a beer and one of the best burgers in town on their patio.

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Drip-Thru Coffee

Drip-Thru Coffee in College Park offers more than just a quick caffeine fix. They serve only the freshest, locally roasted organic coffee, along with a selection of tea, smoothies, pastries, and snacks from their double-sided drive-thru.

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Mellow Mushroom

This eclectic pizza chain is known for their delicious stone-baked pizzas and their funky, laid-back atmosphere that is fun for visitors of all ages. With vegan and gluten-free menu options, it’s the perfect place to satisfy everyone’s cravings.

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Paper Plane

For a taste of Bangkok right here in the District, visit Spoon at Paper Plane in Hapeville. You’ll savor traditional Thai dishes inspired by the owner’s family recipes in a chic, modern dining room. A private reception area upstairs is available for small gatherings. Need more space? Inquire about renting out the entire restaurant for your event.

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Restaurant 356

Elegant restaurant featuring seasonally driven new American food plus views of the Porsche test track.

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The Corner Grille

Craving Cajun spice? The Corner Grille is a College Park community favorite because of its modern, relaxed atmosphere, and menu of unpretentious American cuisine with Cajun influences. Breakfast is served until 4pm daily!

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Virgil's Gullah Kitchen & Bar

Sample authentic flavors of Gullah Geechee cuisine, featuring a fusion of West African, Caribbean, and Southern influences. With its warm hospitality and soulful dishes, Virgil's Gullah Kitchen & Bar in Historic Downtown College Park is a must-visit dining destination.

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Volare

Voted as one of the best American cuisine restaurants in Georgia in 2021 and 2022, Volare Bistro in Hapeville never disappoints. They update the menu seasonally and use only the freshest ingredients.

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DINING GUIDE

Check out our restaurant dining guide for more great grub in the area.

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THINGS TO DO

Academy Theatre

Atlanta's longest running & most eclectic pofessional theatre is located here in Hapeville! Be sure to catch a show at this fun, professional community theatre.

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Atlanta Dream

The WNBA's Atlanta Dream is ready for another high-energy season at Gateway Center Arena in College Park! Get your single game tickets while you still can.

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Chick-fil-A Backstage Tour

Enjoy a fun, storytelling experience about the fascinating histroy, culture, and calues of Founder S. Truett Cathy and so much more!

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College Park Skyhawks

AThe Skyhawks began play for the 2019-20 season at the all-new Gateway Center @ College Park, a multi-purpose sports and entertainment venue with 5,000 seats for events such as concerts and convocations and 3,500 seats available for Skyhawks basketball games.

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Delta Flight Museum

Located at Delta’s Atlanta headquarters the Delta Flight Museum offers a one-of-a-kind experience allowing guests to explore exhibits inside their historic Boeing 767, The Spirit of Delta, fly the only Boeing 737 flight simulator open to the public in the US and more!

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Porsche Driving Experience

Across the street from Hapeville’s Kimpton Overland Hotel, fans of high performance vehicles can get behind the wheel on this 1.6-mile circuit. (Fans of the MCU will recognize this location as the Avengers compound.)

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DEALS IN THE DISTRICT

Check here for current discounts, deals and packages that are only available through the ATL Airport District CVB.
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GRAM-WORTHY MURALS

College Park:

3731 Main St, College Park, GA 30337, Yoyo Ferro's colorful and whimsical mural, next to Fresh from Earth Herb Tea Bar

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Hapeville:

3468 N Fulton Ave, Hapeville, GA 30354, Charmaine Minniefield's Flowers Divine mural, located on the side of Hapeville City Hall

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Union City:

5041 Union St, Union City, GA 30291, William Mitchell's Coca-Cola Mural, on the side of the Styles by Monica salon building.

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Things Will Be Great
Downtown

What’s an Atlanta visit without visiting Atlanta? See everything downtown has to offer, just 10 miles up the road.

Chick-fil-A College Football Hall of Fame

With more than 50 high-tech interactive exhibits and a 45-yard indoor field to run around on, this attraction balances on the line between “museum” and “shrine.”

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Georgia Aquarium

Home to the largest tanks in the world, the Georgia Aquarium is the place to see whale sharks, otters, penguins and more.

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National Center for Civil and Human Rights

This eye-opening museum connects the U.S. Civil Rights Movement to today's human rights challenges.

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World of Coca-Cola

Explore the fascinating story of Coca-Cola - the world's best-known beverage brand. Interact with a variety of exhibits, and sample their plethora of beverages from around the globe.

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Wild Wild
West Midtown

Check out West Midtown, 15 minutes north, where the cool, artsy kids hang out.

Atlantic Station

138-acre mixed-use destination featuring dozens of retailers (like Athleta, Nike Unite, and Forever 21), restaurants (like California Pizza Kitchen), rotating exhibits, a bowling alley and a movie theater.

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Chattahoochee Food Works

This 31-vendor, 26,000 square-foot food hall and events space is the poerfect place to indulge in Atlanta's exciting food scene.

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Fowling Warehouse

When you’re as obsessed with bowling as you are football, how do you decide between them? You don’t—you play both at the same time. in additon to the 20 Fowling lanes, guests can also enjoy 40 + TV’s, a 70 Foot full bar, and an outside courtyard with games, seating and two additional Fowling lanes.

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Painted Duck

Known to locals as a distinguished drinkery, duckpin bowling, and gaming parlour, this entertainment venue is where camaraderie meets rivalery. 

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Puttshack Atlanta

A perfet place for family outtings, this tech-infused mini golf venue features chefs & bartenders that will tantalize your taste buds with flavors from around the globe. 

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Topgolf

Enjoy climate-controlled hitting bays for year-round comfort with HDTVs in every bay and throughout this sports bar and restaurant.

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Your 3rd Spot

Adults and kids alike can enjoy 26,000 square feet of upscale entertainment options like boutique bowling, a classic arcade, billiards, shuffleboard, ping pong, and curling including a 4,000 square-foot activity-based patio.

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Inman Park AKA
Old Fourth Ward

An up-and-coming neighborhood just east of downtown, about 12 miles away.

Illuminarium Atlanta 

From exhilarating natural wonders to enriching cultural moments and beyond, Illuminarium delivers a sensory experience like no other by fully immersing you in the world’s most extraordinary experiences.

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Krog Street Market

Equally-trendy historic building that now houses a food hall and shops. Check out Superica, The Little Tart Bakeshop, Richard’s Southern Fried and more—and don't miss the graffiti-filled Krog Street Tunnel nearby.

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Martin Luther King, Jr. National Historical Park

Considered Atlanta’s top tourist destination, this national park includes MLK’s birth home, historic Ebenezer Baptist Church, the King Center and more.

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Ponce City Market

Uber-trendy converted warehouse that contains a popular food hall with excellent options like Batter Cookie Dough Counter, Skyline Park, H&F Burger, and Honeysuckle Gelato. Individual and group tickets are available for The Roof, with food, entertainment and carnival games.

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The Beltline

Walk or bike this urban trail and stop along the way at multiple restaurants and shops.

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Live It Up In
Buckhead

Upscale shopping, dining and more on the north side of Atlanta proper—approximately 25 minutes north.

Atlanta History Center

If you’re looking for history, knowledge and adventure, check out the Atlanta History Center featurng 33 acres of historic houses, gardens, & award winning exhibitions.

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Buckhead Village District

Six posh blocks of designer boutiques and trendy eateries.

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LEGOLAND Discovery Center

LEGO's family entertainment center, featuring interactive displays, toys and exhibits, a playground, a 4D LEGO cinema, a high-flying spinning ride, and of course a LEGO store. Group bookings available.

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Lenox Square

This mall includes high-end shops, specialty boutiques and eateries, such as Neiman Marcus, Louis Vuitton and Prada.

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Phipps Plaza

Across the street from Lenox Square, this mall also includes high-end shops, specialty boutiques and eateries, such as Saks Fifth Avenue, Valentino and Gucci—as well as a movie theater and the LEGOLAND Discovery Center.

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HERE, THERE AND
WHEREVER

These signature attractions are all over the map—but well worth a visit.

Atlanta Botanical Garden

Experience spectacular gardens, plant collections and art exhibits as you stroll the peaceful trails of our beautiful botanical gardens.

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Fernbank Museum of Natural History

This eye-opening indoor-outdoor experience offers numerous interactive exhibits, old-growth forest trails and an IMAX theater. Various presentations take place each day from up-close animal encounters to live science demos, so take a look at their calendar to plan the best day to go.

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High Museum of Art

The High is the leading art museum in the Southeast, with a permanent collection of over 18,000 pieces from all over the world and throughout history. Choose your path through the exhibits wisely—one day isn’t enough to take everything in.

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Historic Oakland Cemetary

Gardens, history, art, and architecture fill Oakland Cemetery. Historic Oakland Foundation partners with the City of Atlanta to preserve, restore, enhance, and share Oakland Cemetery with the public as an important cultural resource and as an island of tranquility in the heart of the city.

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Six Flags Over Georgia

Atlanta’s largest, most exciting theme park is about 20 minutes’ drive west and offers 290 acres of thrilling rides for all ages. Check the website in advance to see what ticket or pass discounts might be available.

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Zoo Atlanta

Spend a day visiting animals from around the world, including elephants, pandas and silverback gorillas. Hands-on educational experiences (think guided tours and sleepovers) can be arranged for groups.

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