History, Arts & Culture
Welcome to the District
It's where every Atlanta adventure begins
The ATL Airport District is the sweet spot between Downtown Atlanta and the world’s busiest airport. Come and experience the easy, quirky, laid-back side of the A, where the atmosphere is one-of-a-kind—and the hotels cost 30% less.
Stay the Weekend
let's go!Any one of the ATL Airport District’s 7,000+ hotel rooms (conveniently located just south of downtown Atlanta!) is the perfect home base for your ATL adventures.
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Start your morning at The Breakfast Boys, a charming and chic all-day breakfast café located right on Main Street in College Park. We recommend the jerk chicken and sweet potato waffles, oatmeal brulee, and a passion fruit mimosa – the perfect combo to fuel your day.
The Thing To KnowThough new in town, this place is something of a social hub—which is ideal if you’re looking to get the low-down from a local. Grab a spot on the pink gingham bench up front and scope out a friendly face.
After breakfast, visit the Hapeville Depot Museum where you’ll learn the history of Hapeville, and its connection to Ford Motor Company, Delta Airlines, and the world’s busiest airport.
The Thing To KnowContinue your tour of Hapeville history with a delicious “Lime Ricky” from Chapman’s Drug Store and Soda Fountain, locally owned and operated since 1921—just steps away from the Hapeville Depot Museum.
Lunch time calls from across the railroad tracks at Corner Tavern. An Atlanta staple, this neighborhood favorite is a laid-back pub with food that is full of high-energy flavor.
The Thing To KnowThe smoked wings. That’s it. That’s all you need to know.
After lunch, take MARTA into town. Starting from College Park MARTA Station, head north on the red line and get off at the Arts Center Station.
First stop: High Museum of Art (but beware if it’s the Second Sunday of the month, when admission is free and the place gets packed). You can opt to check out one of their current exhibits or explore their entire collection – or do both! The High has a downstairs café where you can grab lunch without breaking your stride, and then head on to the Museum of Design Atlanta (MODA), located on Peachtree Street & 16th Street, right behind The High.
The Thing To KnowVisitors who walk, bike, or use public transportation to the museum receive 20% off MODA admission!
Now that you’re steeped in a day’s worth of art, enjoy the evening Atlanta air on the walk back to the Arts Center MARTA Station. Take the red line south to the College Park Station and cross the street for a divine dinner at The Corner Grille. That’s right—this is a completely different place from Corner Tavern where you had lunch. You’ve now dined at both Corners of the District.
Make it an early night, because you’ve got a big day tomorrow!
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Start your morning at The Breakfast Boys, a charming and chic all-day breakfast café located right on Main Street in College Park. We recommend the jerk chicken and sweet potato waffles, oatmeal brulee, and a passion fruit mimosa – the perfect combo to fuel your day.
The Thing To KnowSmall but mighty, Kupcakerie has a second space in the back where you can chill by their East Point mural.
Make your way to the College Park MARTA station and hop on the red line going north. Exit at the Five Points Station to explore Centennial Olympic Park and the many attractions and restaurants that surround the park, including the World of Coca-Cola, the Georgia Aquarium, the National Center for Civil and Human Rights, and the College Football Hall of Fame. Check out this itinerary for exploring Downtown Atlanta from the Discover Atlanta website for inspiration!
The Thing To KnowSome of Coke’s international flavors are—how can we put this—not designed to appeal to the American palate. But when in Rome…
After your explorations, dinner is a must, so take a quick walk back through Pemberton Place and treat yourself to an upscale-but-fun dinner at The Sun Dial Restaurant. You’ll dine on the 72nd floor of The Westin at Peachtree Plaza while taking in the breathtaking 360-degree view of the Atlanta skyline from 723 feet above.
The Thing To KnowBook your table ahead of time to guarantee a front row seat to the city’s best, and most unique, sunset view. Can you spot the ATL Airport District from up there?
Exhausted and full of the knowledge that you have taken in as much of Atlanta as possible in your short time here, you can relax on the MARTA ride back to the District. Safe travels tomorrow!