in the District

If you’re waking up in Hapeville, we suggest starting at JPresso Café for an expertly brewed latte and breakfast made with love. The coffee shop’s eclectic décor invites locals and visitors alike to sit awhile and enjoy the moment.

If your eyes open in nearby College Park, head over to Buttermilk Biscuit for Southern breakfast favorites served all day.

Attractions

Art lovers can embark on a self-guided mural trail and admire the local art dotted across the District - perfect for capturing memories to share on social media.

Make a stop at the Atlanta Printmakers Studio in Hapeville to check out the current exhibit, browse the printmaking machines in the studio, and find the perfect souvenir at the gift shop filled with items crafted by Atlanta artisans.

For lovers of art, history, and free things, visit the Hapeville Depot Museum. Open Wednesday – Saturday from 11 am-5 pm, this restored train depot is one of the oldest in Georgia and houses railroad, aviation, and Hapeville artifacts, as well as an art gallery featuring local artists. Admission to the museum is free for all!

Next, head over to the Delta Flight Museum to get an up-close look at various aircraft, including the 747 Experience, the B767 Spirit of Delta, and the only Delta passenger Douglas DC-3 in existence. The museum is also home to the only Boeing 747 flight simulator open to the public in the U.S. 

If you’re feeling a bit more adventurous, the Porsche Experience Center Atlanta is the ticket. There is a wide range of driving experiences to choose from - anything from 90 minutes behind the wheel of your choice of Porsche on one of their two test tracks to a demo lap in the passenger seat with a professional driver behind the wheel. Off the track, visitors can reserve time in the simulator lab, tour the Heritage Gallery, indulge in a fine-dining experience for lunch or dinner at Restaurant 356, or grab a more casual bite at Carrera Café while overlooking the action on the test tracks below.

Dine in the District

There are lunch and dinner options galore, with restaurants to satisfy just about any craving you seek to satisfy:

Feeling like a burger and beer?
Try Brake Pad, Brass Tap or Hapeville Corner Tavern.

Can’t leave the South without sampling authentic BBQ?
Pit Boss, Hattie Marie’s or Tom, Dick and Hank are where it’s at.

Looking for something a bit more upscale?
Volare Bistro, Paper Plane, and Aye Tea Elle serve up incredible food and elevated atmospheres.

Want something to take back to the hotel room?
Hapeville Pizza Company, Wrap-A-Lot, and Taco Pete are great to-go.

Evening Activities

For an evening cocktail with soaring views, head up to the Rooftop at the Overland. You don’t have to be a guest of the Kimpton Overland Hotel to enjoy watching the planes at neighboring Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport take off and land, and there is complimentary 2-hour parking in their secured lot.

When the clock strikes 5 o’clock, Hapeville’s Café Belli transforms from a cozy coffee shop to a chic European-inspired cocktail lounge. It’s the perfect pre-drink spot before attending a show at the nearby Academy Theatre or Uptown Comedy Corner.

We recommend all visitors check out the event calendar at the Gateway Center Arena for up-to-date info about WNBA Atlanta Dream and College Park Skyhawks home games, as well as League One Volleyball (LOVB Atlanta) games starting in January 2025.