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Atlanta Atlantatravel Guide Travel Guide Things to Remember ATLANTA ATLANTATRAVEL GUIDE TRAVEL GUIDE THINGS TO REMEMBER TRANSPORTATION ELECTRICAL Uber and Lyft are hugely popular in the US, Electrical outlets are set at 110V. Bring a converter especially Atlanta. Taxis are also available. if necessary. *DIRECTIONS FROM THE AIRPORT TO THE LOEWS ATLANTA HOTEL The Metropolitan Atlanta Rapid Transit Authority (mainly known as MARTA) serves as Atlanta’s public transportation system. MARTA runs from PHONE / EMERGENCY the airport (take either train) to a stop about 2 PHONE CALL blocks from our hotel (Midtown Station). Trains The country code is +1. Emergency 911 works run every 8 minutes (about 15 min. after 7pm). from any telephone in the United States. The 11-stop trip takes about 20-30 minutes. The one-way fare is $2.50 plus $1.00 for a fare card. WATER Tap water in Atlanta, GA is safe to drink. CLIMATE AND PACKING Summers in Atlanta are usually scorchers, with daytime temps climbing into the high 80s and low 90s, though the high humidity levels can make it feel even hotter. To beat the heat, bring along a couple of pairs of shorts, a few T-shirts or tank STAYING SAFE tops, and other lightweight breathable clothes. Atlanta is generally considered a safe city, Sudden rain storms are common during Atlanta however, there are certain areas you should avoid. summers, so pack a waterproof jacket to stay dry. Unsafe areas are generally far away from any Don’t forget to take a pair of comfortable shoes for tourist attractions and have little to no interest for wandering around the city. visitors. CURRENCY SMOKING You can use cash (USD) or credit card in Atlanta - Smoking is NOT permitted in enclosed public ATMs and banks are widely available. places. *TIPPING It is normal to tip in restaurants if the service was reasonable and the food was good. A tip of 18-20% would be adequate. Tipping is sometimes expected in bars, but you may opt to leave small change. A 15% tip is customary for taxis or ride-sharing services. WHAT TO PACK *DEPENDENT ON ACTIVITIES MEN WOMEN Comfortable shoes appropriate Comfortable shoes appropriate for restaurant dinning for restaurant dinning A pair of sandals A pair of sandals Long slacks to wear out A skirt or dress to wear in restaurants A few pairs of casual slacks A few pairs of long casual slacks Shorts A few pairs of shorts A selection of golf/t-shirts A few casual short sleeve blouses A few long sleeve casual shirts A few long sleeve casual blouses A dress shirt A smart blouse A sweater or light jacket A sweater or light jacket A rain poncho A rain poncho A belt A belt A few swimsuits A few swimsuits A few pairs of socks A few pairs of socks A pair of sunglasses A pair of sunglasses YOU + ALL Y’ALL TASTES LIKE HOME COCA-COLA MOST COMMON PEACHTREE STREET NAME 32° SNOW DAY #WINNING MERCEDES-BENZ INSIDE/OUTSIDE ITP & OTP I-285 DESTINATIONS ATLANTA BELTLINE ATLANTA BOTANICAL GARDEN BUFORD HIGHWAY CENTENNIAL OLYMPIC PARK CENTER FOR CIVIL AND HUMAN RIGHTS COLLEGE FOOTBALL HALL OF FAME FERNBANK MUSEUM OF NATURAL HISTORY FOX THEATRE GEORGIA AQUARIUM HIGH MUSEUM OF ART KROG STREET MARKET PIEDMONT PARK PONCE CITY MARKET SIX FLAGS OVER GEORGIA SKYVIEW ATLANTA THE KING CENTER WORLD OF COCA-COLA ZOO ATLANTA GREAT OUTDOORS ARABIA MOUNTAIN SWEETWATER CREEK This lovely nature preserve is a great place to hike, A nod to ATL’s hometown brew, this park offers bike and explore Georgia’s natural wonders and lakes, Civil War-era ruins and miles of hiking rugged terrain RED TOP MOUNTAIN CASCADE SPRINGS This state park on Lake Allatoona is the perfect Inner city natural oasis with hiking trails, picnic place for swimming, water skiing and fishing tables and waterfalls PARKS MOUNTAINS / LAKES BIKE TRAILS HISTORIC FOURTH WARD PARK SAWNEE MOUNTAIN BELTLINE TRAILS SOPE CREEK PARK PINE MOUNTAIN SILVER COMET TRAIL PIEDMONT PARK LAKE LANIER PATH 400 GRANT PARK FREEDOM PARK ART SCENE HIGH MUSEUM OF ART DOGWOOD FESTIVAL A renowned collection of both classic and The city’s oldest fine art festival that invites artists contemporary art and special exhibits from around the nation to participate in an art competition BELTLINE ART WALK LIVING WALLS A public art exhibition along Atlanta’s An inspired citywide series of murals celebrated BeltLine corridor painted on high-visibility walls GALLERIES THEATRES FILM WOODRUFF ARTS CENTER ALLIANCE THEATRE ATLANTA FILM FESTIVAL MUSEUM OF DESIGN ATLANTA SHAKESPEARE TAVERN ATLANTA MOVIE TOURS WHITESPACE GALLERY 7 STAGES THEATRE PINEWOOD STUDIOS PRYOR FINE ART FOX THEATRE FOOD SCENE KING OF POPS STAPLEHOUSE Keep an eye out for pushcarts in the city to Casual neighborhood restaurant with a try an ice pop with quality ingredients and huge, inspiring story (listed as America’s unique flavor combinations No. 1 best new restaurant in 2016) LADYBIRD GROVE & THE VARSITY MESS HALL The world’s largest drive-in restaurant serving up burgers, hot dogs, fries, shakes Hip bar and restaurant located on the Atlanta and other American classics BeltLine offering a campfire-and-lodge theme, screened porches and local beers COFFEE SHOPS FARMERS MARKETS FOOD TRUCKS THRIVE FARMERS’ DAIRIES COFFEEHOUSE PONCE CITY FARMERS MARKET ATLANTA FOOD TRUCK PARK & MARKET AND COLD BREW BAR PEACHTREE CITY FARMERS MARKET ATLANTA FOOD TRUCK FRIDAYS EAST POLE COFFEE CO. GRANT PARK FARMERS MARKET SMYRNA FOOD TRUCK TUESDAYS DANCING GOATS MUSIC VENUES THE TABERNACLE EDDIE’S ATTIC Downtown church turned music venue Open Mic Night has launched the careers of numerous performers VARIETY PLAYHOUSE TERMINAL WEST High-tech, intimate stage for rising stars The world’s largest drive-in restaurant and big name acts serving up burgers, hot dogs, fries, shakes and other American classics ARENAS CASUAL COMEDY PHILIPS ARENA MASQUERADE DAD’S GARAGE THEATRE VERIZON WIRELESS AMPHITHEATRE SMITH’S OLDE BAR THE PUNCHLINE COMEDY CLUB LAKEWOOD AMPHITHEATRE BUCKHEAD THEATRE WHOLE WORLD IMPROV THEATRE INFINITE ENERGY ARENA THE EARL COBB ENERGY PERFORMING ARTS CENTRE SPORTS TEAMS ATLANTA UNITED THE HAWKS This soccer team is dominating attendance This basketball team is triple-doubling records in the new Mercedes-Benz Stadium their way to the top and winning in the process THE BRAVES THE FALCONS ATL’s hometown team is bringing fans to A state-of-the-art stadium and lots of top talent a new ballpark just outside the city make ATL’s NFL team an annual contender COLLEGE ALTERNATIVE REC TEAMS GEORGIA TECH YELLOW JACKETS ATLANTA ROLLER GIRLS ATLANTA SPORT AND SOCIAL CLUB UGA BULLDOGS GWINNETT BRAVES GEORGIA SPORTS LEAGUES GSU PANTHERS ATLANTA BLAZE ATLANTA BOCCE LEAGUE CAU PANTHERS GEORGIA SWARM WIFFLE DIXIE KSU OWLS ATLANTA GLADIATORS NEIGHBORHOODS ITP MIDTOWN INMAN PARK DOWNTOWN VIRGINIA HIGHLANDS LITTLE FIVE POINTS BUCKHEAD GRANT PARK BROOKHAVEN DECATUR OTP ALPHARETTA MARIETTA ROSWELL SMYRNA SANDY SPRINGS SUWANEE WOODSTOCK DOUGLASVILLE JONESBORO PEACHTREE CITY HAMPTON CONYERS MIDTOWN CENTRALLY SITUATED, THRIVING THICKET OF EXCEPTIONAL URBAN SPLENDOR WHERE TO EAT WHERE TO DRINK WHERE TO PLAY EMPIRE STATE SOUTH ORPHEUS BREWING PIEDMONT PARK Upscale, contemporary Southern fare New brewery pairing delicious beers with Premier green space with postcard served up by an award-winning chef incredible park views views of the Midtown skyline THE LAWRENCE APRES DIEM ATLANTA BOTANICAL GARDEN Stylish setting for contemporary Southern Lounge vibe with an extensive drink menu Located inside Piedmont Park, look out cuisine and inventive cocktails and catch a movie next door for unique events all year long THE VORTEX EDGAR’S PROOF AND PROVISION WOODRUFF ARTS CENTER Good beer and great burgers with a Hip, subterranean hangout for All the visual and performing arts located comedy club in the back barrel-aged drinks and small plates in one campus DOWNTOWN A BUZZING HIVE OF BUSINESS PLUS AN AQUARIUM AND A FERRIS WHEEL WHERE TO EAT WHERE TO DRINK WHERE TO PLAY MAX’S COAL OVEN PIZZERIA SIDEBAR WORLD OF COCA-COLA Atlanta’s home for pizza, served Good place to catch a sports game Unlock the mysteries of this century-old perfectly crisp and hot witha cold beer soft drink with a tour and tasting GRINDHOUSE KILLER BURGERS RED PHONE BOOTH THE CENTER FOR CIVIL AND HUMAN RIGHTS Burgers prepared to perfection - wash Cocktails offered in a speakeasy entered through Atlanta’s newest museum filled with ‘em down with local beers a phone booth powerful interactive displays WHITE OAK KITCHEN & COCKTAILS MAX LAGER’S CENTENNIAL OLYMPIC PARK Modern-rustic spot serving slightly Oldest independent brewery restaurant in A historic greenspace featuring a fountain Southern New American dishes Georgia pairs beer with wood-fire grilled show and a new Ferris wheel meats.
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