Atlanta Travel Facts

The Basics

City Name: Atlanta

Where is it located?: Atlanta is the capital of Georgia, which is found in the southeast. Atlanta is in the northern half of the state.

Why do people go there?: This sports-crazy town hosted the 1996 summer games and was at the heart of civil rights movement in the 1960s. Atlanta is as modern as the south comes, but still keeps some of the old world charms.

How do travelers get there?: Most people fly to Atlanta, but you can also take a bus.

Currency: US Dollar

City Code: 678/770/404

Population: 500,000

Languages: English

Travel Information

Neighborhoods: Virginia-Highland, Little Five Points, Vinings

Attractions: World’s busiest airport, Centennial Olympic Park, Martin Luther King Jr. Center, Sports

Accommodations: Atlanta Hostels, Atlanta Hotels

Tourist Office: Atlanta Tourist Office

Off-the-beaten-path: Stone Mountain Park, Side Trip to the Appalachian Trail & Dawsonville,

Health Issues: Stress, anxiety and depression can be predictors and even causes other physical health issues in Atlanta.

Tips for Visiting

When to go: Heat in the summer can be horrible – try for the shoulder seasons to avoid the winter snow-birds.

Common Phrases: Hi Due, an Atlanta greeting; Runaway Bride, Shazam. She’s a scam; Hard, to hire for employment; Askeered, to be afraid of something

City Specific Events: Indian Festival, the Wine Tasting Festivals, Art shows and Exhibits, and Botanical Exhibits.

How to get around?: The MARTA – metro – will get you there, unless you decide to hop on a bus instead.

Good to know: Atlanta is the world headquarters of The Coca-Cola Company, AT&T Mobility, and Delta Air Lines.

Cheapest airport to fly into: Nothing but Atlanta/Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport.

Need more information?: Check out the Atlanta travel guide for more on what to see, where to stay, and how to get there.