Want a true taste of Atlanta, but without all the traffic? Head to Hapeville, conveniently located close to Downtown Atlanta, with easy access to Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport and two major interstates. This historic Main Street city features parks, local shops, plenty of great local restaurants, and a fingerprint of artistic expression all around.
✈️ Flying in to the District soon? Take the free 24/7 ATL SkyTrain straight from Hartsfield-Jackson and check-in to one of our amazing hotels (30% cheaper than staying in downtown Atlanta, 100% worth the value).
Things to Do
Hapeville Depot Museum Experience living history at one of the oldest remaining train depots in Georgia. Transformed into a museum (with free admission), The Depot also acts as Hapeville's Visitors Center and regularly hosts special events like walking tours and workshops. While you're there, take a seat outside on the Worry Rock and let your troubles fade away.
Porsche Experience Center Atlanta This high octane venue puts you behind the wheel of one of the world's most iconic vehicles. Take a lap on their performance track, or ride circuits worldwide in their Simulator Lab. Book a guided tour for just $10 (kids under 12 are free) and be sure to dine at Restaurant 356 to get an aerial view of the action.
Chattabrewchee: The Hangar With an amazing selection of craft beers on tap, classic bar bites, food trucks, and a spacious back patio, this brewery is a favorite spot for locals to spend an evening. The whole place is dog-friendly, so you can truly bring all your best buds to hang out. Their events calendar is packed with staples like trivia, live music, and bingo nights, plus special events like beer pong day, drag shows, and Micro-Wrestling.
Hapeville Splash Pad Cool off from the Georgia heat in this family-friendly playground located at the Tom E. Morris Sports Complex & Skate Park. Every summer, this responsibly sourced, natural spring water attraction is open to the public. Sandals or water shoes are recommended!
Places to Eat
Chick-fil-A Dwarf House Visit The Original Dwarf House! Step into their full-service diner to explore a special menu not found at other local Chick-fil-A's: a giant burger, an expanded breakfast menu with items like chicken & waffles, and handmade chocolate, coconut, or lemon pies.
Paper Plane This family-owned restaurant serves delicious Thai food in their large, welcoming dining room. There are also several fun patios to choose from, a full bar, and private areas you can reserve for special occasions. Be sure to check out their weekend brunch with Thai twist on classic American fare.
Hapeville Pizza Co. For handmade aviation-themed pizza & juicy baked wings, this is your stop. This black-owned restaurant takes pride in serving their wings with your choice of almost 20 different sauce options and in delivering unique and exceptional pizza flavors, like the Hapeville Hottie buffalo chicken pizza. Have the best of both worlds with their iconic Lemon Pepper Chicken pizza and get a true taste of Atlanta.
Brass Tap With over 150 beers on tap and wall to wall TVs for catching the game - any game - you can grab a solo seat at the bar or a large table to fit all your friends. The vibe is elevated yet comfortable, making it a fantastic third spot to spend the rest of your day.
JPresso Café A neighborhood favorite for coffee, tea, breakfast, and healthy bites. The eclectic décor is enough to draw you in, and the exceptional customer service at this woman-owned business will make you come back for more.
Folk Art One of Hapeville's newest additions has quickly become one of its favorites. Stop in for delectable Southern brunch food with an artful twist in this friendly and inclusive joint. Bonus - you can order a handcrafted dessert by next-door neighbor Buttersweet Bakery!
Pit Boss BBQ A Southern pit-style barbecue restaurant that takes your tastebuds seriously. Their fall-off-the-bone ribs and generous portions of home-cooked sides have earned them plenty of regulars, and even have frequent flyers coming back for more.
Where to Stay
Kimpton Overland Hotel Atlanta Airport A full-service modern boutique hotel with a the best rooftop bar in the city, The Rooftop at Overland, perfect for plane spotting with a craft cocktail. Bring your pets along for this upscale stay, take advantage of their free public bikes for getting around town, relax by the outdoor firepits, and wind down with luxurious Atelier Bloem bath products.
Renaissance Concourse Atlanta Airport There's a lot to enjoy outside your well-appointed suite at this sustainable hotel. Savor elevated Southern cuisine onsite at Concorde Grill, get your cardio and weight training in, and visit the Delta Flight Museum right next door.
Embassy Suites by Hilton Atlanta Airport North For a budget-friendly option that doesn't skimp on style or comfort, take advantage of the amenities here: complimentary breakfast (complete with omelet and waffle station), airport shuttle service, WiFi, an indoor pool, and more.
Events
Spring 🦋
Hapeville Butterfly Lantern Parade The enchanted twinkling lights and illuminated butterfly creations in this special yearly event wow guests of all ages. You can create your own butterfly lantern and flutter your way down the mile-long parade route, followed by an evening of food vendors, a pop-up artist market, and other festivities.
La Fiesta en Hapeville A vibrant celebration of Latine culture hallmarked by live music, food vendors, storytelling, and fun for the entire family. Enjoy face painting, inflatables, and a clown performance, or hang onto the mechanical bull and partake in a human-sized game of foosball.
Summer 🎥
Movie Nights Under the Stars Bring your lawn chairs and blankets to Jess Lucas Park for two free family-friendly movies this summer! Concessions will be available for purchase and the movies will begin at 7:30 PM.
Downtown Live Concert Series This popular event happens twice each summer, featuring Jazz & Seafood and Wings & Strings. Enjoy an unforgettable evening of live music and incredible local food vendors serving up delicious seafood and mouthwatering chicken wings.
Fall 🎨
Día De Muertos The annual Hapeville Día de Muertos Celebration includes art exhibitions, an artisan market, live music and performances, a community altar, food, and more!
Hapeville Gallery Crawl A few times a year, come experience a night of creativity and culture. Local artists transform downtown Main Street businesses into pop-up galleries, each showcasing a solo exhibition of their work. Attendees are provided with a map of the participating local vendors and artists along the route, or you can simply follow the sound of live music and entertainment from venue to venue.
Winter ❄️
Hapeville for the Holidays Hapeville's annual tree-lighting event includes free fun for the whole family! Come out and enjoy games, music, a snow play area, hot chocolate, cookies, and, of course, visits with Santa.
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