Atlanta is known for Southern cooking like wholesome grits (a type of savoury maize
'porridge') and crispy fried chicken, as well as its Civil War and
civil rights history. But Atlanta is also a modern, cosmopolitan city, with a thriving
business centre (Coca-Cola and CNN both have their headquarters here) and vibrant
culture. Head to and around Downtown Atlanta to find diverse attractions
including the CNN Center and Martin Luther King's Birthplace.
Background
You'll discover a city of contrasts in Atlanta. Stone Mountain Park
is a fun theme park with rides and shows, and the Martin Luther King Jr. Center
for Nonviolent Change honours one of the nation's greatest African
American leaders. Atlanta's glittering Downtown skyscrapers stand
blocks from the city's historic Sweet Auburn neighbourhood. And when
it comes to dining, you can visit The Varsity, the world's largest
drive-in, or indulge in any number of sophisticated international menus
Downtown.
First-time visit
Find out more about Atlanta's most famous son at the Martin Luther King
Jr. Center for Nonviolent Change, featuring the civil rights
leader's birthplace, church and museum. Clustered in the heart of
Downtown are Atlanta's premier modern attractions: Georgia
Aquarium, the world's largest; CNN Center, with fascinating
behind-the-scenes tours; and the 21-acre green oasis of Centennial Olympic
Park. Make time to visit the High Museum of Art in Midtown, a
cultural and entertainment hub set in an architectural masterpiece designed by
Italian architect Renzo Piano.
Return visit
Enjoy the great outdoors in Midtown at Piedmont Park, home to the
Atlanta Botanical Garden. Or head 16 miles east to visit Stone
Mountain Park for 3,200 acres of lakes, wooded parkland and family fun. Your
kids will also love the New World of Coca-Cola, in the Downtown area, and
Zoo Atlanta in Grant Park. Bring out the tissues when you visit
the Margaret Mitchell House and Museum, where the author of tear jerker
Gone with the Wind once lived.
The world's busiest passenger airport, Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta
International Airport transports nearly 90 million passengers a year. Downtown
Atlanta is 10 miles (16 kilometres) north of the airport and fast rail connections
whisk passengers there in 20 minutes.
Two. The North and South Terminals are in one building.
Distance from city centre
10 miles (16 km) south of Atlanta.
Transport between terminals
An automated people mover connects the terminals with Concourses A-T. Trains run
every two minutes between 5am and 2am and the journey takes five to ten minutes.
Airport parking
The airport's parking spaces includes hourly and daily covered spaces, economy
long-stay car parks and a park-and-ride option.
Time zone
GMT -5 (-4 in summer)
Useful tips
If your flight departs from Concourse A, it's usually quicker to walk than
to use the people mover. International Concourse E, the last stop on the people
mover, is 1.5 miles from the terminal so allow an extra 10 minutes on your journey
time.
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