It’s the most wonderful time of the year, especially if gift giving (or receiving) is your love language. Don't rely on souvenirs from Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport. Instead, shop at locally owned small businesses in the ATL Airport District to make sure you find unique, meaningful gifts. Santa’s elves could never. 

✈️ Traveling to the District for the holidays? Check out our list of hotels (30% cheaper than staying in downtown Atlanta, 100% worth the value). Pro tip: Hotel stays make great gifts, too! 

Shop Small, Give Big 🎄

2000 AD Inc. Concepts in Floral Art 
🎁 3538 S Fulton Ave, Hapeville, GA 30354

This beautiful flower and gift shop offers custom, handmade floral arrangements for any occasion - and you’re not going to want to miss their Christmas designs! They’re the perfect centerpiece for any holiday table or just the right gift for the person who always insists they “don’t want anything.” Come by and peruse their selection of specially curated “Classic and Festive” collections for items that can be cherished and shown off year after year. 

Atlanta Printmakers Studios 
🎁 748 Virginia Ave, Hapeville, GA 30354

We all love decorating for the holidays, but for something to deck the halls all year long, head to Atlanta Printmaking Studios for an original piece of artwork! Prefer to give the gift of a unique experience? Purchase a yearly membership to the studio or secure your budding artist a spot in one of their rotating classes taught by guest artists, so they can learn the fine art of printmaking themselves. 

Beer Girl Growlers & Bottleshop 
🎁 587 N Central Ave, Hapeville, GA 30354

Spread the holiday cheer with a holiday beer from Beer Girl Growlers & Bottleshop, located in downtown Hapeville. Guaranteed to have something in stock for every preference, they carry an impressive selection of beers, wines, ciders, hard seltzers, and non-alcoholic beverages. See what special winter and holiday brews they have available and grab a pint from their tap list while you browse. Santa will be jealous he only gets milk and cookies.  

Fedora Designs 
🎁 3535 S Fulton Ave Suite 211, Hapeville, GA 30354

We all have that one friend or family member who looks good in everything (or maybe it’s you). Treat them to something truly unique with a custom fedora from Hapeville’s Fedora Designs. They have ready-made designs as well as options for tailor-made fedoras to fit any style. Their experts can recommend the best fedora for any face shape, as well as styling guides to complete the whole outfit. Not sure what to select? They have gift cards, too! Bonus: You can hire their Hat Bar to come to your holiday event and make sure the whole guest list goes home in style. 

Happy Impulse Rebel Art & Queer Shop 
🎁 Mostly Online

This LGBTQ+ online retailer operates out of their Hapeville studio where they create handmade goods and apparel that make perfect stocking stuffers. Happy Impulse offers prints, stickers, keychains and more, all with something to say. Their t-shirts are unisex fit (because gender is a social construct) and come in XS-3XL to accommodate any body type. Shop here to support local artists and send something bold to the unapologetic rebel in your life. 

Outback Bikes 
🎁 3409 Estelle St, Hapeville, GA 30354

For the athlete, environmentalist, or outdoor enthusiast on your list, head to the Outback Bikes Hapeville Hub for everything you could imagine on two wheels, and all the gear that comes with it. Outback has a bike for every rider - mountain bikes, road bikes, electric bikes, even trikes and unicycles! This one-stop shop sells parts, accessories, attire, and more. Their expert staff will give you advice on what to select for any level of cyclist. Purchases are available for in-store pick up or delivery (via Santa’s sleigh of course), and gift cards are also available. 

Porsche Experience Center Atlanta
🎁 One Porsche Dr, Hapeville, GA 30354

Shift gift-giving into high gear with an incredible experience your loved one will never forget. Get them behind the wheel when you book an adrenaline-pumping 90-minute driving experience in the make and model of their choosing, or let a Porsche Drive Coach take them for a thrill ride in a Demonstration Lap session. If someone’s not quite ready to put the pedal to the metal, they also have indoor Driving Simulator experiences, made to authentically simulate driving an iconic Porsche car on tracks around the world. Gift certificates are available for those who prefer to choose their own adventure. We’re sure Santa’s sleigh is fast, but we doubt his reindeer are this turbo charged. 

The Wellness Spot 
🎁 3397 Main St, College Park, GA 30337

Do you know someone who’s always on the go, never slows down, who has never even heard of self-care?  Pamper them with a spa package from The Wellness Spot, Atlanta’s best day spa. Their massage therapy, skin and nail therapy, sauna therapy and more will leave your gift recipient in a state of pure bliss. They offer packages to add-on several treatments in one session for a full-day of relaxation, as well as skincare, fragrances, and accessories that let you bring the zen home for the holidays. Gift cards are also available, and come in holiday themes including Christmas, Kwanzaa, and Hanukkah.

Special Mention: Local Bakeries 🥧

When you don’t want to show up to the holiday feast empty-handed, but the thought of bringing something homemade makes you sweat, we know exactly where to send you. 

Bakes By Drae 
🎁 1860 Harvard Ave, College Park, GA 30337
Buttersweet Bakery
🎁 625 N Central Ave, Hapeville, GA 30354

Visit Buttersweet Bakery in downtown Hapeville or Bakes By Drae in College Park. These Black-owned bakeries both have an incredible selection of cookies, cakes, pastries, and pies that will provide the perfect ending to any meal. You can pre-order a custom dessert or stop in to see what they have in-store, baked fresh daily. Bakes By Drae even offers some vegan options! You could try to pass it off as your own creation, or give credit where credit is due. Either way, we recommend gifting these goodies to someone you know who won’t mind sharing.  

 

Gifts Worth Traveling For ✈️

Give the gift of The District itself! With over 7000+ hotel rooms available, you can plan a cozy winter staycation, fly your relatives in for a holiday visit, or find a festive rooftop to ring in the New Year. Many of our Gateway Center Campus hotels are easy-access from the airport via the free 24/7 ATL SkyTrain and come with some amazing amenities:

 
Fur Friends Allowed 🐾

Book a stay for you and your best friend at these pet-friendly hotels

On-Site Restaurants 🍽

A gourmet meal is just a few steps away from your room

Free Breakfast 🍳

Start your day well fed with a complimentary breakfast

Fitness 👟

Get your workout in when you're away from home

Budget-Friendly 💰

Save on your stay so you can make the most of your experience

Whether you want to give a little or give a lot, we've got just the right thing for everyone's wishlist. We wanna know where you find your favorite gift this year! Share your #ATLDistrict pics here.

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