Discover Atlanta - Office of International Student Life

Discover Atlanta
A guide on things to do in Atlanta and beyond!
2014
Last Updated on 4.24.2014
Website: www.oisl.emory.edu
Email: oisl@emory.edu
Phone Number: 404.727.1078
Table of Contents
Atlanta 101
3
Neighborhoods Surrounding Emory
4
Navigating Atlanta
5
Places to Visit
6-20
Downtown Atlanta
6-11
Midtown
12-15
Other
16-20
Festivals in Atlanta
21
Day/Weekend Trips
22-23
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Atlanta 101
ATLANTA, often referred to as “The A” or “Hotlanta”, is one of the largest
metropolises of The South, a term used to reference the southeastern and south
central regions of the United States. It is a city with a deep history, best known as
the home of Coca-Cola and the birthplace of civil rights leader Dr. Martin Luther
King Jr. It is a diverse city with southern charm and one you will not get tired of
exploring!
To the right you will find a map of
Atlanta. Circling the city is Interstate
285, which is also referred to as “The
Perimeter.” The term “ITP”, is used to
describe something that is inside the
perimeter, and “OTP”, to describe
something that is outside of the
perimeter.
The blue star on the map indicates
Emory main campus’ approximate
location, which is in the Druid Hills/North
Decatur neighborhood. The red star
indicates the approximate location of
downtown Atlanta. The green star
indicates the approximate location of
Hartsfield-Jackson International airport,
which is one of the busiest airports in
the nation.
The MARTA, Metropolitan Atlanta Rapid Transit Authority, is Atlanta’s public
transportation system which is consists of both bus and metro rail service. It
functions inside the perimeter and can help you navigate the city for a fare of
$2.50. More information on this will be provided in the “Navigating Atlanta”
section of this guide.
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Neighborhoods Surrounding Emory
Below is a map showing the neighborhoods in closest proximity to the university
with short descriptions of what you can find there.
Druid Hills (5-10 minutes from campus):
Emory is located in the Druid Hills
neighborhood. This area is mainly
residential with several large gated
apartment complexes.
Decatur (10-15 minutes from campus):
This “small town” is located 10-15
minutes away from Emory. Downtown
Decatur has restaurants, bars, and
boutiques that Emory students
frequent.
Morningside/Virginia-Highland (10-15
minutes from campus): At the center of
the Morningside/Virginia-Highland
neighborhoods is North Highland
Ave, a trendy street with a lot of bars
Info made available through:
http://blog.promove.com/atlanta/atlanta-neighborhood/
and restaurants.
Candler Park/Inman Park (10-15 minutes from campus): These artsy neighborhoods
have houses and small apartments for rent. Located between these two
neighborhoods is the Little Five Points district with restaurants, hipster bars, and secondhand shops.
Midtown (20 minutes from campus): Midtown consists of mostly high-rise living or
duplexes near Piedmont Park - a large park located close to downtown with biking and
walking trails and a lot of open green space. The main drag in Atlanta, Peachtree
Road, runs through Midtown, and there are bars and clubs along both Peachtree Street
and nearby Crescent Avenue.
Buckhead (20-25 minutes from campus): Buckhead is Atlanta’s main shopping district
and most ritzy neighborhood.
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Navigating Atlanta
Google Maps: A Tool for Planning your Trip
Google Maps is a great resource to use when trying to plan your
trip/outing. There is an application for iPhone and Android Phones
available so you can take it on the go! There is a function on both
the website and application that helps you plan your trip if you
plan on using public transportation or walking/biking to your
destination. Visit http://maps.google.com to try it out!
MARTA: Metropolitan Atlanta Rapid Transit System
If you do not have a car you can use MARTA, the
public transportation system, to get around!
Standard fares are $2.50 and include transfers
between buses and metro trains. You should bring
cash if it’s your first time riding MARTA and do not
have a Breeze Card/MARTA Card. Breeze cards
can be purchased and reloaded at the metro
stations with cash or credit cards. If you plan on
using MARTA frequently it may be better to buy a
monthly student pass, which can be purchased at
the DUC Info desk or online. For more information on
all things MARTA download the app on your phone
or visit their website: http://www.itsmarta.com/
Zipcar
Zipcar has made it easier for college students to get around
by providing a car-sharing program where you pay to use a
vehicle by the hour. They have a wide variety of cars
available right on campus that you can use! For more
information or to register visit: http://www.zipcar.com/emory
Uber & Lyft
Uber and Lyft are both transportation companies where you
can request a driver through a phone application to take
you to your destination. Rides with these companies are
typically significantly cheaper than what a taxi would cost
(if you use UberX). You also have the option of splitting fares
on the application with friends!
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Places to Visit—Downtown Atlanta
Centennial Olympic Park
http://www.centennialpark.com/
265 Park Ave W Northwest
Atlanta, GA 30313
(404)223-4412
About: This a 21-acre park in
downtown that was built for the
Olympics which were hosted in
Atlanta in 1996. It is used to host
festivals and concerts throughout
the year and during the winter
you can find an ice skating rink
here. It is a gorgeous park to visit
both day and night and close to
other Atlanta attractions such as
The World of Coca-Cola, The Georgia Aquarium, and The CNN Center.
Days & Times of Operation: Not Applicable.
Cost of admission: Free.
How to get there: Driving, MARTA and Emory Experience Shuttles (usually once per semester).
The World of Coca-Cola
http://www.worldofcoca-cola.com/
121 Baker St Northwest
Atlanta, GA 30313
(404)676-5151
About: This is a museum exhibiting the
history of The Coca-Cola Company
that started right here in Atlanta! You
can taste Coca-Cola products from
all around the world, take a picture
with the iconic polar bear and learn
more about how Coca-Cola is
exactly made and packaged.
Days & Times of Operation: Sunday Friday, 10:00am-5:00pm. Saturday, 9:00am-5:00pm.
Cost of Admission: Adult (13 years of age +), $16.00. Youth (up to 12 years of age), $12.00. Senior
(65+), $14.00. (No student tickets are available).
**If you purchase The City Pass, it includes admission to The World of Coca-Cola.
How to get there: Driving, MARTA and Emory Experience Shuttles (usually once per semester).
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Georgia Aquarium
http://www.georgiaaquarium.org/
225 Baker St Northwest
Atlanta, GA 30313
(404)581-4151
About: When this aquarium opened in 2005
it was the world’s largest, although it no
longer holds that title you can find over
100,000 animals representing 500+ species!
It even houses whale sharks, beluga whales,
manta rays and bottlenose dolphins!
Days & Times of Operation: Sunday- Friday,
10:00am-5:00pm. Saturday, 9:00am-6:00pm.
Cost of Admission: Student (must buy at
DUC info desk, not available on site), $31.00.
Adult (13 years of age+), $35.95. Children
(up to 12 years of age), $29.95. Senior (65+), $31.95.
**If you purchase The City Pass, it includes admission to The World of Coca-Cola.
How to get there: Driving, MARTA and Emory Experience Shuttles (usually once per semester).
CNN Center
http://www.cnn.com/tour/
384 Northyards Blvd Northwest #490
Atlanta, GA 30313
(404)827-1500
About: The CNN Center found here in
Atlanta is the world headquarters of CNN.
Many of their programs are filmed in the
newsrooms and studios found throughout
the building. The InsideCNN Studio Tour will
take you behind the scenes of the
newsroom, you might even get a peek at
the live recording of one of their shows!
Days & Times of Operation: MondayFriday, 9:00am-4:30pm.
Cost of Admission: Student (must bring student ID), $14.00. Adult (13 years of age+), $15.00.
Children (up to the age of 12), $12.00. Senior (65+), $14.00.
**If you purchase The City Pass, it includes admission to The World of Coca-Cola.
How to get there: Driving, MARTA and Emory Experience Shuttles (usually once per semester).
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The Sundial Restaurant, Bar & View
http://sundialrestaurant.com/
210 Peachtree St. Northwest
Atlanta, GA 30303
(404)659-1400
About: Located at the top of the Westin Hotel in
downtown, this restaurant has a 360-degree
panorama observatory, which provides the
perfect opportunity to admire Atlanta from all
angles. If you dine here you can get
complimentary access to the observatory,
otherwise for a small fee of $8 you can take all
of Atlanta in!
Days & Times of Operation: Sunday-Thursday,
10:00am-10:00pm. Friday-Saturday, 10:00am-11:00pm.
Cost of Admission: Complimentary access if you dine here. Otherwise, Adult, $8.00. Child, $4.00.
How to get there: Driving, MARTA and Emory Experience Shuttle (usually once per semester).
Phillips Arena
http://www.philipsarena.com/
1 Phillips Dr.
Atlanta, GA 30303
(404)878-3000
About: This is home to the Atlanta
Hawks and the Atlanta Dream, teams
belonging to the National Basketball
Association (NBA) and Women’s
National Basketball Association
(WNBA), respectively. However,
basketball games aren’t the only thing
that take place here, it is also a popular
concert venue where you can see
some of your favorite artists and band
when they are on tour!
Days & Times of Operation: Varies
depending on event. Box office opens
Monday-Friday 9:30am-5:00pm.
Cost of Admission: Depends on the event. You can obtain your tickets here:
http://www.philipsarena.com/events
How to get there: Driving, MARTA and Emory Experience Shuttle (usually once per semester).
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Georgia Dome
http://www.gadome.com/
1 Georgia Dome Dr. Northwest
Atlanta, GA 30313
(404)223-9200
About: This is home to the Atlanta
Falcons and the Georgia State
Panthers, who form part of the
National Football League (NFL)
and the National Collegiate
Athletic Association, respectively.
Apart from football games, the
Georgia Dome hosts soccer games
as well as concerts!
Days & Times of Operation: Varies
depending on event. Box office opens Monday-Friday 8:00am-5:00pm.
Cost of Admission: Depends on the event. You can obtain your tickets here:
http://www.gadome.com/events_ticketing/events/all/Default.aspx
How to get there: Driving, MARTA and Emory Experience Shuttle (usually once per semester).
Underground Atlanta
http://www.underground-atlanta.com/
50 Central Ave Southwest #007
Atlanta, GA 30303
(404)523-2311
About: This is an underground (literally)
entertainment and shopping district in
downtown Atlanta. There are walking
tours available so you can learn more
about the history of the area which
dates back to pre-Civil War.
Days & Times of Operation: MondayThursday, 10:00am-8:00pm. FridaySaturday, 10:00am-9:00pm. Sunday,
12:00pm-6:00pm.
Cost of Admission: None. Walking tour, Adults (18 years of age+), $12. Children (up to 17 years of
age) $10.
How to get there: Driving, MARTA and Emory Experience Shuttle (usually once per semester).
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Rialto Center for the Arts
http://www.rialto.gsu.edu/
80 Forsyth St. Northwest,
Atlanta, GA 30303
(404)413-9800
About: This is Georgia State University’s
performing arts venue for music,
dance, theatre and film found in the
heart of downtown Atlanta. It is
known for its Rialto Series which has
featured some of the best national
and international jazz artists, as well as
prominent world music and dance
groups and companies.
Days & Times of Operation: Varies depending on event. Box office opens Monday-Friday,
10:00am-4:30pm.
Cost of Admission: Depends on the event. You can obtain your tickets here:
http://rialto.gsu.edu/rialto-series/
How to get there: Driving and MARTA.
Martin Luther King Jr. National
Historical Site
http://www.thekingcenter.org
449 Auburn Avenue Northeast
Atlanta, GA 30312
(404)526-8900
About: This is Georgia State University’s
performing arts venue for music, dance,
theatre and film found in the heart of
downtown Atlanta. It is known for its
Rialto Series which has featured some
of the best national and international
jazz artists, as well as prominent world
music and dance groups and
companies.
Days & Times of Operation: Everyday, 9:00am-5:00pm. Summer Schedule (Memorial Day-Labor
Day) Everyday, 9:00am-6:00pm.
Cost of Admission: Free.
How to get there: Driving and MARTA.
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Woodruff Park
Peachtree Street Northeast
Atlanta, GA 30303
(404)546-6744
About: The six acres that
encompass this public park was
purchased anonymously and then
donated to the City of Atlanta by
Robert W. Woodruff. In the park
you can find two fountains, a
performance pavilion, a fitness
station, a chess court, an open air
reading room and several
monuments.
Cost of Admission: None.
How to get there: Driving and MARTA.
The National Center for Civil and Human Rights (Coming soon!)
http://www.cchrpartnership.org/index.html
555 Ivan Alley Jr Boulevard Suite 510
Atlanta, GA 30308
(404)991-6970
About: This will be a 42,000 square foot facility
dedicated to exploring stories of civil and human
rights both in indoor and outdoor dynamic
spaces. It is set to open in May 2014!
Cost of Admission: None.
How to get there: Driving and MARTA.
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Places to Visit—Midtown
Piedmont Park
http://www.piedmontpark.org/
1320 Monroe Drive Northeast
Atlanta, GA 30306
(404)875-7275
About: This is 189-acre park located
between Midtown and Virginia
Highlands is one of Atlanta most popular
parks. The possibilities of things to do in
this park are endless from picnics, to bike
rides, or fishing. It is the site for many
Atlanta festivals and has also been the
used as sites for several Hollywood films
such as The Change-Up and What to
Expect When You Are Expecting.
Days & Times of Operation: Everyday, 6:00am-11:00pm.
Cost of Admission: Free.
How to get there: Driving and MARTA.
The Fox Theatre
http://foxtheatre.org/
660 Peachtree Street Northeast
Atlanta, GA 30308
About: This is one of the main performing arts
venue in Atlanta. Every year this venue hosts
more than half a millions patrons and 250+
shows. Its shows range from broadways to
standup comedy shows and ballets. Its
distinct Moorish design is reminiscent of a
time when it was planned to be a Shrine
Temple, which instead became a movie
theatre and then ultimately one of the
premiere performing arts venue in the US.
Days & Times of Operation: Varies depending
on event. Box office opens Monday-Friday
9:00am-5:00pm.
Cost of Admission: Depends on the event. You can obtain your tickets here:
http://foxtheatre.org/shows-and-events/
How to get there: Driving and MARTA.
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Atlanta Botanical Gardens
http://www.atlantabotanicalgarden.org/
1345 Piedmont Avenue Northeast
Atlanta, GA 30309
(404)876-5859
About: Opening nearly forty
years ago this botanical
garden’s mission is to develop
and maintain plant collections
for display, conservation,
research, education and
enjoyment. During the winter,
they have a beautiful Garden
Lights Holiday display that is
frequented by many Atlantans.
Days & Times of Operation:
Tuesday- Sunday, 9:00am7:00pm from April- October and
9:00am-5:00pm from November
to March. Thursdays, 9:00am10:00pm from May to October.
Cost of Admission: Adult (13 years of age+), $18.95. Children (up to the age of 12), $12.95. Senior
(65+), $14.00.
How to get there: Driving and MARTA.
The Varsity
http://www.thevarsity.com/index.php
61 North Avenue Northwest
Atlanta, GA 30308
(404)881-1706
About: The Varsity is a must-visit
restaurant during your time in Atlanta.
It is embedded in Atlanta’s modern
history and has become iconic. It is a
drive-in restaurant so your standard
meal would include burgers, hot dogs,
milkshakes etc. Jimmy Carter, Bill Clinton, George W. Bush and Barack Obama have all visited
The Varsity while presiding in office. Although it is a chain restaurant the original and most
frequented one is this on in Midtown. Warning:Most people go to The Varsity for its history and the experience, not for the
quality of the food.
Days & Times of Operation: Sunday- Thursday 10:00am-11:30pm, Friday-Saturday 10:00am12:30am.
Cost of Food: Everything on the menu is under $10.
How to get there: Driving and MARTA.
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The Woodruff Arts Center (The High Museum of Art, Alliance Theatre, Atlanta
Symphony Orchestra, Young Audiences, 14th Street Playhouse)
http://www.woodruffcenter.org/
1280 Peachtree Street Northeast
Atlanta, GA 30309
(404)733-4200
About: This is the hub for
performing and visual arts in
Midtown Atlanta. It is
comprised for four arts divisions,
The High Museum of Art,
Alliance Theatre, Atlanta
Symphony Orchestra and the
14th Street Playhouse, as well as
a non-profit organization,
Young Audiences.
Days & Times of Operation:
Varies depending on event
and venue. Box office is open
Monday 10:00am-6:00pm,
Tuesday-Friday 10:00am8:00pm, Saturday- Sunday
12:00pm-6:00pm.
Cost of Admission: Varies depending on event and venue.
How to get there: Driving and MARTA. Emory Experience usually provides service to The High
Museum at least once a semester for their College Night.
Additional Resources: Below you can find the respective websites for each art division within The
Woodruff Arts Center, where you can check their hours of operations and events.
The High Museum of Art-- http://www.high.org/
The Alliance Theatre-- http://alliancetheatre.org/
The Atlanta Symphony Orchestra-- http://alliancetheatre.org/
Young Audiences-- http://www.yawac.org/
The 14th Street Playhouse-- http://www.14thstplayhouse.org/
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Atlantic Station
http://www.atlanticstation.com/
1380 Atlantic Drive Northwest
Atlanta, GA 30363
(404)733-1221
About: This is one of the main
centers in Midtown Atlanta for
shopping and dining. It is also a
venue for many outdoor festivals.
There’s a movie theatre where you
can enjoy the most recent
releases and during the winter
they have an ice skating rink
available. It is a fun place to visit in
Atlanta with a lot of options of
what to do!
Days & Times of Operation: Monday-Saturday, 10:00am-9:00pm and Sunday, 12:00pm-6:00pm.
Cost of Admission: None.
How to get there: Driving, MARTA and Emory Experience Shuttle (usually once per semester).
Atlanta Monetary Museum
https://www.frbatlanta.org/about/tours/museum.cfm
1000 Peachtree Street Northeast
Atlanta, GA 30309
About: If you are interested in
learning about monetary policy and
the Federal Reserve’s role in the
economy, The Atlanta Monetary
Museum is the place for you to visit.
You will learn about bank supervision
and regulation, how monetary policy
directly affects you and how the
Federal Reserve helps the economy
run smoothly and helps maintain the
stability of the US financial system.
Days & Times of Operation: MondayFriday, 9:00am-4:00pm.
Cost of Admission: Free.
How to get there: Driving and MARTA.
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Places to Visit—Other
Lennox Square Mall
http://www.simon.com/mall/lenox-square
3393 Peachtree Road Northeast
Atlanta, GA 30326
(404)233-6767
About: Lennox is an upscale mall
located in Buckhead where you can
all your shopping necessities
accomplished!
Days & Times of Operation: MondaySaturday, 10:00am-9:00pm. Sunday,
12:00pm-6:00pm.
Cost of Admission: Free.
How to get there: Driving and MARTA.
Also Emory has a shuttle that runs
every Saturday 2:00-9:00pm to and
from Lennox that departs from Woodruff Circle. You can find that shuttle schedule here
http://transportation.emory.edu/shuttles/shopping_routes.html.
Phibbs Plaza
http://www.simon.com/mall/phipps-plaza
3500 Peachtree Road Northeast
Atlanta, GA 30326
(404)261-7910
About: Phibbs is another one of Buckhead’s
upscale shopping malls which also houses an
AMC movie theatre for your enjoyment.
Days & Times of Operation: Monday-Saturday,
10:00am-9:00pm. Sunday, 12:00pm-6:00pm.
Cost of Admission: Free.
How to get there: Driving and MARTA. Also
Emory has a shuttle that runs every Saturday
2:00-9:00pm to and from Lennox that departs
from Woodruff Circle. Phibbs is walking
distance from Lennox Square Mall. You can
find that shuttle schedule here
http://transportation.emory.edu/shuttles/shop
ping_routes.html.
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The Vortex
http://www.thevortexbarandgrill.com/
438 Moreland Avenue Northeast
Atlanta, GA 30307
(404)688-1828
About: The Vortex is one of the most
popular places to score yourself one
of Atlanta’s best burgers. In fact, they
have won numerous awards for their
burgers since their inception 20 years
ago and have been featured on Man
vs. Food and other “Best Restaurant”
themed television shows. They have
two locations, one in Midtown and the
other in Little Five Points (for which the information is available above) known for its iconic
laughing skull entrance. **You must be 18+ to enter the restaurant/bar, no exceptions due to Georgia’s Smoke Free
Air Act (restaurants had to choose between letting minors in or letting patrons smoke, The Vortex chose the latter). Make
sure to bring a valid form of identification as you might get carded at the door.
Days & Times of Operation: Monday-Thursday, 11:00am-2:00am. Friday-Saturday, 11:00am3:00am. Sunday, 11:00am-12:00am.
Cost of Food: Most items on the menu are between $8-$12.
How to get there: Driving, MARTA and Emory Experience Shuttle (usually once a semester to Little
Five Points)
Fernbank Museum of Natural History
https://www.fernbankmuseum.org/
767 Clifton Road Northeast
Atlanta, GA 30307
About: The Fernbank Museum is the second
closest museum to Emory (the first being the
Michael C. Carlos Museum which is right on
campus). Its mission is to encourage a greater
appreciation of the planet and its people
through its exhibits about natural history, meant
to both entertain and educate. It houses an
IMAX theatre and every Friday they have a
Martinis and IMAX event where you can enjoy a
movie, live music or a DJ and a few drinks.
Days & Times of Operation: Monday-Saturday, 10:00am-5:00pm. Sunday, 12:00pm-5:00pm.
Fridays for Martinis and IMAX, 7:00pm-11:00pm.
Cost of Admission: Students and seniors (+62 years of age) with ID, $17. Adults (13 years of age
+), $18. Children (3-12 years of age), $16. For pricing for IMAX and other programs visit the
following website  https://www.fernbankmuseum.org/visit-fernbank/prices/
How to get there: Driving and MARTA.
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Jimmy Carter Presidential Library & Museum
http://www.jimmycarterlibrary.gov/
441 Freedom Parkway
Atlanta, GA 30307
(404)865-7100
About: Run by the National Archives
and Records Administration and the
Presidential Library system, the
Jimmy Carter Presidential Library &
Museum houses papers and
archives from the Carter
administration. There are also
special exhibits such as Carter’s
Nobel Peace Prize and full replica of
the Oval Office, including a copy of
the Resolute Desk.
Days & Times of Operation:
Monday-Friday, 9:00am-4:45pm.
Sunday 12:00pm-4:45pm.
Cost of Admission: Adults, $8. Students, Military and Seniors (with IDs), $6. 16 and under, free.
How to get there: Driving and MARTA.
Oakland Cemetery
http://www.oaklandcemetery.com/
248 Oakland Avenue Southeast
Atlanta, Georgia 30312
(404)688-2107
About: The Oakland Cemetery is the
oldest cemetery in Atlanta as well as
one if its largest green spaces.
Throughout the park you can find
impressive mausoleums, sculptures and
memorials reminiscent of Victorian,
Neo-classical, Greek Revival, Egyptian
and Gothic architecture. Early builders
of the city, Civil War soldiers and Civil
Rights pioneers are among those that
rest here.
Days & Times of Operation: Monday-Friday, 9:00am-5:00pm. Saturday-Sunday, 9:00am-dusk.
Cost of Admission: Free
How to get there: Driving and MARTA.
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Grant Park (Zoo Atlanta and Atlanta Cyclorama)
840 Cherokee Avenue Southeast
Atlanta, GA 30315
(404)624-0697
About: Grant Park is the oldest park in
Atlanta and also the term used to describe
the historical Victorian neighborhood
surrounding it. In this park you can also find
Zoo Atlanta and the Atlanta Cyclorama,
which is a panoramic painting of the
American Civil War Battle of Atlanta.
Days & Times of Operation: Not available.
Cost of Admission: Free.
How to get there: Driving and MARTA.
Stone Mountain Park
http://www.stonemountainpark.com/
1000 Robert E. Lee Drive
Stone Mountain, GA 30083
(770)498-5690
About: Stone Mountain is literally
large mountain made of quartz
monazite. It is more than 1,600 feet in
elevation and about 5 miles wide in
circumference at the base. On a
clear day you can see the Atlanta
skyline from the top. You can choose
to take a cable car to the top or a
hiking trail that is available. Catching
the sunrise here is true a beautiful
sight! The park surrounding this
mountain is perfect for walking,
running, biking, fishing and even
golfing! During the summer they have an amazing laser show available at night, however a
separate ticket must be purchased for this.
Days & Times of Operation: Sunday- Friday, 10:30am-5:00pm. Saturday, 10:30am-7:00pm.
Cost of Admission: If you buy your ticket at the DUC information desk students, $23. Otherwise,
Adult (13 years +), $24.95 online or $29.95 at gate. Children (3-11 years), $19.95 online or $24.94
at gate. These prices do not include tax.
How to get there: Driving.
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Six Flags Over Georgia
https://www.sixflags.com/overgeorgia
275 Riverside Parkway Southwest
Austell, Georgia 30168
(770)948- 9290
About: Six Flags Over Georgia is a
theme park that hosts the Warner Bros.
Studios characters including Bugs
Bunny, Daffy Duck, and the Looney
Tunes along with Batman, Superman
and the Justice League. There rides to
appease both rollercoaster fanatics
and those who enjoy milder rides so it
is perfect for both children and adults.
Days & Times of Operation: Vary.
https://www.sixflags.com/overgeorgia
/events/all
Cost of Admission: If you buy your
ticket at the DUC information desk
students, $41. Otherwise, Adult, $59.99.
Children (under 54”), $39.99.
How to get there: Driving and Emory Experience Shuttle (once in the Spring semester).
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Festivals in Atlanta
Atlanta is a city with many yearly festivals celebrating anything from music and
food to the different cultures represented in the city. Below are a few of the
most popular ones!
Atlanta Film Festival--http://atlantafilmfestival.com/
Buckhead Restaurant Week--http://www.brwatlanta.com/
Atlanta Dogwood Festival--http://www.dogwood.org/
Inman Park Festival--http://inmanparkfestival.org/
Sweetwater 420 Festival--http://sweetwater420fest.com/
Atlanta Caribbean Carnival--http://www.atlantacarnival.org/main.html
Atlanta Jazz Festival--http://atlantafestivals.com/
Decatur Arts Festival--http://decaturartsfestival.com/
Dragon Con--http://www.dragoncon.org/
Midtown Restaurant--http://mrwatlanta.com/
Music Midtown--http://www.musicmidtown.com/
Atlanta Greek Festival--http://www.atlantagreekfestival.org/
Atlanta Pride--http://atlantapride.org/
Little 5 Points Halloween Festival and Parade--http://l5phalloween.com/
Taste of Atlanta--http://www.atlanta.net/visitors/taste_atlanta.html
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Day/Weekend Trips
Helen, Georgia
A former logging town turned German-town, Helen has become a major place
for tourism in Georgia. It’s known for its festivals year round, including its own
Oktoberfest. The commute from Atlanta is less than two hours, making it perfect
for a day trip.
For more information: http://www.helenga.org/
Savannah, Georgia
Savannah is the oldest city in Georgia and known for its beautiful Spanish moss
trees and historic architecture. It is a port city full of history where you can tour
old churches, forts, and cemeteries. It is approximately 3.5 hours away from
Atlanta.
For more information: http://www.visitsavannah.com/
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Chattanooga, Tennessee
Less than a two-hour commute from Atlanta, Chattanooga would be a good
place to visit for a day or weekend trip. Whether you want to enjoy the outdoors
or indulge in arts and cultural activities, you can do it all in Chattanooga!
For more information: http://www.chattanoogafun.com/
Panama City Beach, Florida
If you are looking more for sun and beaches this is where you may want to go! It
is a very popular college spring break destination. Being a 5.5 hour drive away
it’s great for a weekend or long weekend getaway.
For more information: http://www.visitpanamacitybeach.com/
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