WELCOME TO THE ATL AIRPORT DISTRICT
The ATL Starts Here
There’s a certain Southside feeling that you get the moment you land here in the District. It’s a flavor, a color, a vibe. In the cities surrounding Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport, you’ll find it in the minority-owned restaurants, authentic art scene, historic architecture and lively community events. It’s painted on walls and chalked on sidewalks throughout College Park, Hapeville and Union City. No matter where you’re from or how you get here, you’re invited to soak it in.
All the fun, none of the hassle
Despite its relaxed attitude, the ATL Airport District is raising the bar on Atlanta’s celebrated efficiency and convenience. First, the District is even closer to Atlanta’s airport than Atlanta is, with thousands of hotel rooms offering complimentary airport shuttle service, plus a free 24/7 ATL SkyTrain from the airport to Gateway Center Campus and rental cars. Everything you need is accessible either on foot, by MARTA, or with an easy drive: restaurants, shopping, art, music, theater, attractions, activities and sports. Being located at the convergence of several interstate highways has its advantages, too, like access to Atlanta neighborhoods including Downtown, Midtown, Decatur, Buckhead, Perimeter and beyond.
Lots to do in the District
Walk mural-lined main streets, take in history old and new, and catch a show or sporting event all within the District. Don’t miss the one-of-akind attractions, beautiful parks, playgrounds, skateparks, historic golf course, and invigorating yoga and wellness studios. And thanks to temperate year-round weather, the District is always alive with festivals and events. Check the calendar at ATLdistrict.com for Spin the District cycling races/block parties, classic car shows, family festivals, music events, holiday celebrations and more—almost all free to attend.
CITIES OF THE DISTRICT: COLLEGE
PARK
A deep-rooted, genuine and inclusive community, College Park is Atlanta’s gateway to the world. The city offers the best of Southern hospitality with more than 5,000 hotel rooms and an ample supply of eateries, from homegrown to high class, including cuisine from the American South, Jamaica, Mexico, Japan, Thailand, West Africa, New Orleans and beyond.
The home of Southside sports
Three celebrated teams call College Park’s Gateway Center Arena home: the Atlanta Dream (WNBA basketball), the College Park Skyhawks (NBA G-League) and LOVB Atlanta (women’s professional volleyball). Pro Tip: Fans traveling by MARTA can get off at Airport Station and take the free ATL SkyTrain across to the Arena, day or night.
• WALKABLE DOWNTOWN offering food and public art
• FIRST STOP ON MARTA from airport to Atlanta and everywhere in between
• GEORGIA INTERNATIONAL CONVENTION CENTER and Gateway Center Arena
• 4TH LARGEST urban historic home district in Georgia
COLLEGE PARK WINE STROLL
HAPEVILLE
Welcome to Hapeville, a Main Street city known for its vibrant arts culture, eclectic dining experiences, and delightful community events. This walkable 2-mile city offers big city amenities with small town charm—and an impressive dedication to the arts that’s apparent in its many murals, sculptures, galleries and studios.
The main event
There’s always something going on in Hapeville, so check the event calendar for music, film, live comedy, theater, car shows, bike races, jazz and seafood festivals, annual Cinco de Mayo celebrations and more.
• ACADEMY THEATRE featuring Georgia’s longest-running professional theatre company
• PORSCHE EXPERIENCE CENTER offering test drives and plane spotting
• HAPEVILLE DEPOT MUSEUM housed in historic train depot
• ART WALK and self-guided tour with the District Mural Map
UNION CITY
Union City is where rural Georgia meets Metro Atlanta. Perfectly balanced, it invites residents and visitors to enjoy a restful way of life just around the corner from the metropolitan hustle and bustle.
Fresh air, fresh flavor
Ronald Bridges Park & Nature Trail is a hidden treasure, featuring a nature trail, basketball court, and playground with zipline. Authentic Southern fare is served in an antebellum estate at the Historic Green Manor Restaurant. Periodic family events, including an annual music and arts festival, round out your Union City experience.
• 2ND LARGEST SOUNDSTAGE in North America
• FASTEST-GROWING CITY in Georgia
• GATEWAY to South Fulton Scenic Byway
HAPEVILLE’S DIA DE MUERTOS CELEBRATION
HISTORIC GREEN MANOR RESTAURANT
ATL
EDITOR’S CHOICE
Yay Beignet
Hip-Hip Hooray! Yay Beignet now resides in Hapeville, Georgia. This fabulous establishment is a black-owned café in the heart of Hapeville.
Located just minutes from Hartsfield Jackson Atlanta International Airport, Delta’s Flight Museum, and the Porsche Experience Center, they are always ready and eager to serve their guests authentic New Orleans handcrafted beignets and bold Ethiopian co ee daily from 9am-5pm.
Cover photo courtesy of Ethic Inc. Article and editorial photos courtesy of Ethic Inc., Delta Flight Museum, ATL Airport District and our city & advertiser partners.
Presenting Vol. 23, No. 1 of the ATL-Your Guide to the Atlanta Airport Area (formerly the Atlanta Airport Area Meeting Planner & Visitor’s Guide). The Guide is owned and published by Atlanta Airport Publications, LLC. PO Box 16954, Atlanta GA, 30321. No portions of this publication may be reproduced without prior written consent of the publisher. The editors are not responsible for return of any unused materials. The publisher has the right to reject any advertising considered to be objectionable in subject, wording, or appearance. The publisher and editors are not responsible for any changes in dates of events or activities made after the publication deadline. All efforts have been made to include factual editorial copy throughout the magazine. Acceptance of an ad in this magazine does not convey a recommendation for that advertiser. The content of articles and the views expressed therein do not necessarily reflect the opinions of the ATL Guide and its parent company, Atlanta Airport Publications, LLC. ATL Guide and Atlanta Airport Publications, LLC are not responsible for any factual errors or objectionable subjects, wording or appearance.
For their rich Ethiopian co ee, the beans are harvested by hand and processed by the traditional method used in Harar. You can schedule an Ethiopian co ee ceremony-just call for an appointment.
Beignets are made fresh to order-hot, flu y powdered-sugar-dusted deliciousness.
When you can’t get to New Orleans, New Orleans comes to you, by way of Yay Beignet.
Yay Beignet is equipped to cater any size gatherings or you can order online for curbside pickup. Be sure to follow them on social media to stay in the know about any upcoming specials.
SOUTH FULTON
Get ready for a vacation in a destination where every detail is planned with you in mind.
Luxurious lodging of the future in the City of South Fulton is almost upon us. Rethink what you anticipate from a trip just south of downtown.
The City of South Fulton is a destination unto itself, offering more than just a place to stay, whether you’re here on business or for pleasure.
Our City puts you in close proximity to upscale convention centers, top-notch food establishments, and exciting cultural activities.
CRESTWOOD EVENT & CONFERENCE CENTER
Your stay here is ideal for meeting all of your needs.
Savor delectable dining with our selection of dining options. Our restaurants serve a variety of cuisines, from foreign specialties to locally sourced dishes, making them ideal for both memorable meals and light snacks.
Our cutting-edge event spaces are made to wow, whether you’re celebrating a big occasion or organizing a corporate gettogether. Your event is sure to be a success!
Be among the first to enjoy the City of South Fulton’s newest and greatest kind of hospitality.
Home2 Suites by Hilton in the City of South Fulton 7776 Ella Lane, City of South Fulton, GA 30213
FAIRBURN
15 miles south of Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport, Fairburn is a city of history and a thriving business community offering diverse cuisine & activities for everyone. Improvement projects within Fairburn’s Historic Commercial District, arts & entertainment activities and exceptional educational resources like Georgia Military College and Global Impact Academy offer an appealing quality of life away from the bustling congestion of surrounding areas.
Fairburn, home to the Georgia Renaissance Festival, also boasts downtown concerts, a Farmers Market, parks with diverse recreational activities and Fairburn’s Southside Theatre Guild-a community theater organization with performances for young and old. Home to more than 11 Fortune 500 companies like Google, Duracell and CSX Intermodal, Fairburn is a vibrant city looking to the future-open for business and residential development opportunities.
• 2022 Top 10 Safest Cities in Georgia
• Cochran Mill Brewing Company
• Downtown Commercial Historic District
• Oz Pizza, Armando’s, & more
• 3rd Fridays in Fairburn April-Sept.
Fairburn…A world away from the mundane, a city Situated to Succeed!
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CLAYTON COUNTY
Clayton County is home of the world’s busiest airport and a diverse community full of innovation. Residents enjoy ample parks and an economical cost of living with proximity to downtown Atlanta, while businesses can easily access incentives and connect to global markets.
Clayton County contains over 896 acres of parkland, 32 parks, a nature preserve & numerous facilities offering a variety of recreational opportunities.
Clayton County is a major player in many industries: film, food/beverage processing & manufacturing, health services, logistics & distribution and aviation & aerospace manufacturing. With air service, rail service, port accessibility & access along major interstates, Clayton County is the “Logical Choice for Logistics.”
Formed in 2014, the Aerotropolis Alliance has been the driving force behind the revitalization of the area around the airport. Their mission is to improve and sustain the quality of life for those who live, work, and play in Clayton County-Where the World Lands and Opportunities Take Off.
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Keeping it Cozy in the District
Hot Drinks, Warm Patios & Good Times
By Kristina Ackerman
Sweater season has returned to the District, and as every Southerner knows, this magical time is both beautiful and brief. Here’s our guide to making the most of every brisk day with some of the Southside’s tastiest beverages, coziest patios, and sweetest seasonal activities.
Brewing Up Flavor
Your taste adventure awaits! Whether you’re looking for a classic drip coffee or an elaborate concoction with house made syrup and festive flavors, the District’s local haunts craft seasonal sips that you won’t want to miss. Here are some of the hottest spots to enjoy a taste of the season:
Coffee Man
This quirky, locally-owned Hapeville coffee shop is proud of its inventive brews, and this fall and winter, they’re offering cold brews and lattes in sweet potato and pumpkin flavors—plus other experimental concoctions that will keep you coming back for more. drinkcoffeeman.com
C’est La Vie Café
Hidden gem C’est La Vie Café, once everyone’s favorite mobile beverage experience, now
offers handcrafted cocktails and specialty coffee in its own brick-and-mortar spot off Main Street in College Park. You deserve a little treat, so stop in on your next visit to the District! thecestlaviecafe.com
JPresso
Kick off your morning (or afternoon) with a delectable beverage from JPresso, a cozy spot in Hapeville, whose proprietor aims to feed you just like your mama would. As days grow shorter, find some extra sunshine on their menu with apple, pumpkin, peppermint and eggnog beverages. instagram.com/jpressocafe
Drip-Thru
College Park’s first-rate drive-through coffee shop brews high-quality organic coffee supplied by Café Campesino. Of course, autumn in Georgia can sometimes be more of a mindset than a season, so on days when the temperature forces you back into short sleeves, you can cool down with the iced caramel macchiato or peppermint mocha. dripthrucoffee.com
Warm fuzzies all day
When you have a free afternoon to fill with
Cornhole at Paper Plane
wholesome and joyful seasonal moments, the District is ready to put its very cutest foot forward.
Hapeville Depot Museum
There’s something cozy about immersing yourself in the old-fashioned world of local history, and where better than the District’s own Hapeville Depot Museum? After a lazy stroll through simpler times, step out into the sunshine at nearby Jess Lucas Y Teen Park—a lovely place to visit any time of year.
Tinsel Trail
Between Thanksgiving and mid-December, amble along College Park’s charming Tinsel Trail, a glittering tour of beautifully decorated holiday trees created by Southside locals. The Tinsel Trail’s annual launch party, Light Up the City, features live performances, holiday refreshments and visits with Santa and Mrs. Claus. Talk about cozy!
Fall & Winter Events
Check the ATLdistrict.com events calendar for a host of seasonal celebrations and events throughout the District.
Autumn al fresco—and more
When the heat of a Georgia summer gives way to milder days, patio dining takes its rightful throne. These glorious outdoor spots are not to be missed.
Folk Art
This breakfast-lunch-and-brunch spot in Hapeville is open daily until 9 p.m. to satisfy all breakfast-for-dinner comfort food cravings. Warm up on the heated patio with their contemporary Southern menu, including adventurous desserts like “The Randy,” apple bacon deep fried in sweet potato waffle batter. If you’re still not warm enough, top it all off with a hot drink or a cold Pumpkin White Russian from the bar. folkartrestaurant.com
Paper Plane
On a cool Georgia day, take the chill off with some Thai chilis. Hapeville’s Paper Plane has a cozy covered patio (with heaters) and large open-air greenspace that provides a beautiful setting to
enjoy some of the ATL’s favorite Thai cuisine—or traditional Southern Sunday brunch with a Thai fusion twist. paperplanerestaurant.com
Brass Tap
The outdoor patio at Hapeville’s Brass Tap offers all the game day thrills without the chills! With more than 150 craft beers, a big-screen TV, heaters and more, this is the end zone for your next football watch party. Groups can enjoy crowd-pleasing shareables like loaded tots, boom-boom shrimp, and steak nachos. brasstapbeerbar.com
Historic Green Manor
Though not known for outdoor dining, Union City’s Historic Green Manor Restaurant has a way of warming us up from the inside out. In the olden days, folks kept warm through Victorian winters with good food and ghost stories around the fire, and you can follow in their footsteps at this relaxed Southern buffet housed in a historic antebellum estate. We can vouch for the food; the reports of ghosts, however, are up to you to investigate. greenmanor.biz
Chick-fil-A Dwarf House
Step back in time and experience the original 1946 Dwarf House menu before it became the famous Chick-fil-A. This recently renovated Hapeville location offers the crowd favorite 21stcentury fast food—and to experience the original authentic menu and table service, grab a booth on the old-timey side of the restaurant and order
Enjoying brews at Beer Girl
Drip Thru Coffee
up classics like chicken and waffles, fried okra and sweet potato souffle. chickfila.com
A toasty toast to good friends
When you don’t want the night to end, grab a nightcap! Sprinkle in some charm, and explore Hapeville’s open-container-friendly Arts Alley, a quaint courtyard connecting some of the District’s open-late faves.
Corner Tavern
As evenings begin to get nippy, warm up with
some laughter on the heated covered patio at Corner Tavern. Chow down on elevated pub fare in total al fresco comfort. The biergarten comes alive at night with a fire pit, corn hole and bocce ball. thecornertavern.com
Beer Girl
When you’re craving the flavors of the season, pop into Beer Girl in Hapeville for seasonal sips like hot mulled cider. Beer fans, look no further: Oktoberfest’s, chocolate lagers and more are on tap to taste and enjoy all season long. beergirlatl.com
Café Belli
By: Iesha Westmoreland
Keep the party going at Café Belli in Hapeville, an after-hours bar just steps away from multiple downtown restaurants. Home to craft coffee and cocktails, Café Belli serves up tasty beverages and über-festive décor for a picture-perfect end to a glorious day in the District. cafebelli.godaddysites.com
6:00 a.m. - 10 p.m.
What’s Happening in the ATL
Every Month
Academy Theatre Weekly
Sunday Variety Series
Different Artist Every Sunday 6:30pm Academy Theatre, Hapeville academytheatre.org October
Tyrone Founders Day Festival
Fri-Sat Oct 3-4 Shamrock Park tyronega.gov
Forest Park Food Truck
Friday Oct 3, 5pm Bill Lee Park, Forest Park forestparkga.gov
Tell Me on a Sunday
Fri-Sun Oct 3-5 Check theater for showtimes Legacy Theater, Tyrone legacytheater.com
Fairburn Fall Festival & Parade
Saturday Oct 4, 9am-4pm fairburn.com
Praise in the Park
Saturday Oct 4, 3pm Wolf Creek Amphitheater, City of South Fulton wolfcreekamphitheater.com
An Elegant Evening of Jazz
Sunday Oct 5, 5pm Spivey Hall, Morrow spiveyhall.org
National Night Out
Tuesday Oct 7, 6pm World Changers Int Church, City of South Fulton cityofsouthfultonga.gov
National Night Out
Tuesday Oct 7, 6pm City Hall, Union City unioncityga.gov
Movie in the Park
Tuesday Oct 7, 7pm City Center Park, Fayetteville Fayetteville-ga.gov
M*A*S*H
Oct 9-17 Check theater for showtimes Southside Theatre Guild, Fairburn stgplays.com
Motown and Soul Night
Friday Oct 10. 6-8pm Fairburn Youth Center fairburn.com
Pinktober 5K
Saturday Oct 11, 9am-12pm City Hall, Union City unioncityga.gov
Chili Cook-Off
Saturday Oct 18, 4-8pm Hapeville Arts Alley hapeville. org
Pink Party Extravaganza
Saturday Oct 18, 11am-1pm Riverdale Town Center riverdalega.gov
Dorothy Papadakos, Nosferatu
Saturday Oct 18, 7:30pm Spivey Hall, Morrow spiveyhall.org
Haunted House Thurs-Sat Oct 23-25, 7-10pm riverdalega.gov
Dia De Muertos Celebration
Saturday Oct 25 Jess Lucas Park, Hapeville hapeville.org
Halloween Pics on the Plaza
Saturday Oct 25, 8pm Riverdale Town Center riverdalega.gov
Chanticleer
Sunday Oct 26, 3pm Spivey Hall, Morrow spiveyhall.org
Hapeville Community
Trick or Treat
Friday Oct 31, 6-8pm
Contact city of Hapeville for details hapeville.org
Trick or Treat
Friday Oct 31, 10am Shamrock Park, Tyrone tyronega.gov
Candyman
Friday Oct 31, 6-10pm
Contact City of Riverdale for
details riverdalega.gov
November
Red Oak Fall Festival
Saturday Nov, 1-8pm cityofsouthfultonga.gov
Beatrice Rana
Saturday Nov 1, 3pm Spivey Hall, Morrow spiveyhall.org
An Introduction to Latin Rhythms
Sunday Nov 2, 6:30pm Academy Theatre, Hapeville academytheatre.org
Global South Film Festival
Nov 5-6, 11am-10pm Southwest Arts Center, City of South Fulton cityofsouthfultonga.gov
The Mendelssohn Octet
Sunday Nov 9, 3pm Spivey Hall, Morrow spiveyhall.org
Barton Field
Nov 14-23 Check theatre for showtimes Academy Theatre,
Hapeville academytheatre.org
Sidekicks Show
Saturday Nov 15, 7:309:30pm Southside Theatre Guild, Fairburn stgplays.com
The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe
Nov 20-21, Dec 1-16 Check theater for showtimes Legacy Theater, Tyrone legacytheater.com
White Christmas Nov 14-30, Dec 5-21 Check theater for showtimes Legacy Theater, Tyrone legacytheater.com
Branford Marsalis Quartet
Sat Nov 15, 7:30pm Spivey Hall, Morrow spiveyhall.org
Alisa Weilerstein & Inon
Barnatan
Sun Nov 16, 3pm Spivey Hall, Morrow spiveyhall.org
Movie in the Park
Friday Nov 21, 5:30pm City
Tia Jimerson #14 Middle Blocker
What’s Happening in the ATL
Center Park, Fayetteville Fayetteville-ga.gov
Turkey Giveaway
Saturday Nov 22, 1-4pm
Contact city of Riverdale for details riverdalega.gov
Preludes Jan Lisiecki
Saturday Nov 22, 3pm Spivey Hall, Morrow spiveyhall.org
Hapeville for the Holidays
Nov 25 5:30-8pm Jess Lucas Park, Hapeville hapeville.org
Town Tree Lighting
Sunday Nov 30, 2-7pm Shamrock Park, Tyrone tyronega.gov
December
District 4 Tree Lighting
Tuesday Dec 2, 6pm Cedar Grove Shopping Center, City of South Fulton cityofsouthfultonga.gov
Fairburn Tree Lighting
Friday Dec 5, 6:30-8:30pm Frankie Allen Stage & Courtyard fairbun.com
City of Riverdale Annual Christmas Parade & Tree Lighting
Saturday Dec 6, 12-8pm
Contact city of Riverdale for details riverdalega.gov
Sons of Serendip
Saturday Dec 6, 7:30pm Spivey Hall, Morrow spiveyhall.org
Gwen Hughes
Sunday Dec 7, 6:30pm Academy Theatre, Hapeville academytheatre.org
It’s A Wonderful Life
Dec 6-7, 14 Southside Theatre Guild, Fairburn Contact theatre for details stgplays.com
Wreaths Across America
Saturday Dec 13, 12-m Tyrone Museum, Tyrone tyronega.gov
Spivey Hall Children’s Choir Program
Dec 13-14, 3pm Spivey Hall,
Morrow spiveyhall.org
Old National District
Holiday Party
Friday Dec 19, 6-11pm Crestwood Park, City of South Fulton cityofsouthfultonga.gov
District 3 Christmas
Extravaganza
Sat Dec 20, 9-11am Burdette Park, City of South Fulton cityofsouthfultonga.gov
District 5 Holiday Event
Saturday Dec 20, 9-11am Burdett Park, City of South Fulton cityofsouthfulonga.gov
Santa’s Toy Shop: Toy Giveaway
Saturday Dec 20, 11am-2pm Riverdale Town Center, Riverdale riverdalega.gov
January
Sidekicks Show
Saturday Jan 10, 7:309:30pm Southside Theatre Guild, Fairburn stgplays.com
SECURE. SMART.
Escape to Margaritaville
Jan 3-Feb 22 Check theater for showtimes
Legacy Theater, Tyrone legacytheater.com
Angel Blue with Bryan Wagorn
Saturday Jan 17, 3pm Spivey Hall, Morrow spiveyhall.org
Westward: Gabriella Montero
Saturday Jan 24, 3pm Spivey Hall, Morrow spiveyhall.org
February
Alan Morrison and Friends
Sunday Feb 1, 3pm Spivey Hall, Morrow spiveyhall.org
Karen Slack and Michelle Cann
Saturday feb 14, 3pm Spivey Hall, Morrow spiveyhall.org
Danish String Quartet
Sunday Feb 22, 3pm Spivey Hall, Morrow spiveyhall.org
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WOLF CREEK AMPHITHEATRE
CHICK-FIL-A HEADQUARTERS
CITY OF
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GATEWAY CENTER
ATLANTA
Airport Area Accommodations
COLLEGE PARK
» AC Hotel Atlanta Airport Gateway
2079 Hospitality Way - 404-665-0309
» Wyndham Garden Atlanta Airport 1551 Phoenix Blvd - 770-264-5560
» Tru/Home 2 by Hilton
» 2101 Convention Center Concourse - 404-334-8000
» Holiday Inn Express
1419 Virginia Ave - 404-400-5900
» Comfort Inn Atlanta Airport
1888 Sullivan Rd - 770-996-2220
» Super 8 Atl Airport West
4979 Old Nat’l Hwy - 404-669-8616
» Ramada Plaza
5010 Old Nat’l Hwy - 404-768-9199
» Econo Lodge
4874 Old Nat’l Hwy - 404-768-1241
» Quality Inn & Suites Atl Airport South
2480 Old Nat’l Pkwy - 404-766-0000
» Red Roof Plus
2450 Old Nat’l Pkwy - 404-684-9898
» Travelodge Hotel College Park 2471 Old Nat’l Pkwy - 404-477-1050
» Embassy Suites Atlanta Airport 4700 Southport Rd - 404-767-1988
» Hilton Garden Atl Airport/Millennium Center 2301 Sullivan Rd - 404-766-0303
» Atlanta Airport Marriott 4711 Best Rd - 404-766-7900
» Holiday Inn Express
4601 Best Rd - 404-761-6500
» Days Inn 4505 Best Rd - 404-767-1224
» SpringHill Suites Atl Airport Gateway
2091 Convention Center Concourse - 770-907-8880
» Atlanta Airport Marriott Gateway
2020 Convention Center Concourse 404-763-1544
» Renaissance Atl Airport Gateway Hotel 2081 Convention Center Concourse - 470-306-0100
» Westin Atlanta Airport 4736 Best Rd - 404-762-7676
» Courtyard by Marriott South 2050 Sullivan Rd - 770-997-2220
» Microtel Inn & Suites
4839 Mass. Blvd - 770-994-3003
» Fairfield Inn & Suites Atl Airport South
2020 Sullivan Rd - 770-994-3666
» LaQuinta Inn & Suites
4820 Mass. Blvd - 770-996-0000
» Quality Inn Atlanta Airport-Central 2010 Sullivan Rd - 770-991-8985
» Sleep Inn Airport
1911 Sullivan Rd - 770-996-6100
» Sonesta Atlanta Airport South 4669 Airport Blvd - 404-763-8800
» Holiday Inn & Suites Airport North 1380 Virginia Ave - 404-305-9990
» Hyatt Place 1899 Sullivan Rd - 770-994-2997
» Country Inn & Suites 1808 Phoenix Blvd - 770-991-1099
» Days Inn Airport South 1540 Phoenix Blvd - 770-996-7300
» Best Western 1556 Phoenix Blvd - 770-996-5800
» Hotel Indigo Atlanta Airport 1776 Harvard Ave - 404-767-8881
HAPEVILLE
» Embassy Suites 404-768-1500
» Kimpton Overland Hotel Two Porsche Drive - 470-466-3300
» Staybridge Suites 3420 Norman Berry Dr - 404-305-9930
» La Quinta Inn Atl Airport North 1200 Virginia Avenue - 404-209-1800
» Hilton Atlanta Airport 1031 Virginia Avenue - 404-767-9000
» Residence Inn Atlanta Airport North/Virginia Ave. 3401 International Blvd - 404-761-0511
» Courtyard Atlanta Airport North/Virginia Ave 3399 International Blvd - 404-559-1043
» Best Western Plus Atlanta Airport- East 301 N Central Avenue - 404-763-8777
» Holiday Inn Express & Suites 235 N Central Avenue - 404-844-2501
UNION CITY
» LaQuinta Inn & Suites 6604 Mall Blvd 770-306-0049
» Stay Express Inn/Suites Atl Arprt UnionCity 6690 Shannon Parkway 770-306-3800
» Garden Inn 6701 Shannon Parkway 770-892-3128
» Country Hearth Inn & Suites 6710 Shannon Parkway 770-306-7750
» Days Inn & Suites Union City 6743 Shannon Parkway 770-969-4567
» Quality Inn 6800 Shannon Way 770-306-2677
» Magnuson Hotel Atlanta South 6840 Shannon Parkway 770-306-6067
» Econo Lodge 7410 Oakley Road 770-964-9999
» Western Inn & Suites 7420 Oakley Road 678-827-7500
» Motel 6 3860 Flat Shoals Road 770-969-0110
We hope you are enjoying your stay in and around the Hartsfield–Jackson Atlanta International Airport area. Next time book and save with ATLdistrict.com
Airport Area Accommodations
CITY OF SOUTH FULTON
» Fairfield Inn - 7775 Ella Lane 770-969-1673
» Home2 Suites by Hilton - 7776 Ella Lane 770-769-1065
» TownPlace Suites by Marriott 7777 Ella Lane 678-712-5143
FAIRBURN
» Best Western Plus Fairburn-Atl Southwest -1006 Oakley Industrial Blvd 678-782-4700
» Comfort Inn & Suites - 7815 Senoia Rd 678-782-4900
» Holiday Inn Express & Suites Atl Southwest -7905 Senoia Rd 678-674-2200
» Wyngate by Wyndham Atl Airport-Fairburn -7882 Senoia Rd 770-892-3006
» Hampton Inn Atlanta-Fairburn - 678-782-4600 -7790 Ella Ln
Airport Area Attractions
COLLEGE PARK
» Georgia International Convention Center & Gateway Center Arena 2000 Convention Center Concourse 770-997-3566
» College Park Golf Course 3711 Fairway Dr 404761-0731
» Chick-Fil-A Corp. Headquarters 404-765-8000
» Delta Flight Museum 404-715-7886
HAPEVILLE
» Porsche Cars North America, Inc
(Boutique inside Kimpton Overland Hotel) Two Porsche Drive
» Scout Hut at Cofield Park 404-669-2136
» Historic Christ Church & Carriage House Venue 404-669-2136
» Hapeville Depot Museum 404-669-2175
» Hoyt Smith Conference Center 404-669-2136
» Hapeville Performing Arts Center & Academy Theatre 599 N Central Ave 404-874-8332
CITY OF SOUTH FULTON
» Southwest Arts Center 404-613-3220
» Wolf Creek Amphitheater 404-613-7539
» Wolf Creek Golf Course 404-344-1334
» Tom Lowe Skeet Shooting 404-346-8382
» South Fulton Tennis Center 470-809-7197
FAIRBURN
» Southside Theatre Guild 770-969-0956
Airport Area Dining
COLLEGE
PARK
ASIAN INSPIRED
» Zab-E-Lee, Thai Restaurant 404-477-2987
» China Wok 404-761-4939
» Noodle 404-767-5155
» Happy Buddha 404-762-9924
BARS AND LATE NIGHT
» El Jefe Cigar Company, LLC 678-974-8393
Airport Area Dining
AC Hotel Atlanta Airport Gateway
THE PERFECTLY PRECISE HOTEL. intuitively designed, it gives you everything you need – and nothing you don’t.
» Backstage Restaurant & Lounge 404-763-1107
LATIN AMERICAN
» La Fiesta 1419 Virginia Avenue 404-305-8780
» Nouveau Bar & Grill 404 343-6785
» Zubi Taco Kitchen 678-948-7634
» Don Sige Mexican Taqueria 404-762-8084
NORTH AMERICAN
» Barbecue Kitchen 1437 Virginia Ave 404-766-9906
» The Breakfast Boys 3387 Main St. 470-312-2108
» Buttermilk Biscuit 1634 Virginia Ave 404-941-7328
» Party of 5 1644 Virginia Ave Ste B 404-975-3638
» The Real Milk & Honey 404-458-5500
» The Crab Boil Atlanta BAR 678-705-1341
» Chillz Restaurant & Bar 470-639-8522
» The Corner Grille 404-767-1135
» Johnny’s World Famous Chicken & Waffles 404-748-4244
» The Brake Pad 404-766-1515
» Tom, Dick & Hank 404-228-7238
OTHER ETHNIC TREATS
» Aye Tea Elle 404-254-1982
» Manding Cafe 678-510-0911
» Café Shekel 404-600-3159
» Wrap-A-Lot 404-635-6495
» Tropical Cuisine 404-767-7421
» Jamaica Jamaica Luxe 404-761-1572
» Virgil’s Gullah Kitchen & Bar 404-228-4897
» Manchester Arms Pub 404-500-1011
» Bole Ethiopian Restaurant 404-549-9111 PIZZA
» Mellow Mushroom 404-767-1367
» Romeo’s Pizza & Bistro 404-328-2139
HAPEVILLE
ASIAN INSPIRED
» Thai Heaven 404-762-9048
» DUA Hapeville 404-767-7245
» Paper Plane 404-963-6152
BARS AND LATE NIGHT
» The Blendz2 Cigar and Hookah 404-263-9491
» The Brass Tap 770-557-0232
COFFEE AND JUICE
» JPresso Bakery 404-458-5537
» Yay Beignet 755 Virginia Ave 404-369-3009
» Coffee Man Hapeville 470-698-2632
» Café Belli 404-254-2060
LATIN AMERICAN
» Tia Rosie’s 3266 Dogwood Dr Ste B 404-228-2189
» Chilo’s Taqueria 897 Virginia Ave-404-767-2757
Airport Area Dining
» FunTapas Bar & Kitchen 3365 Dogwood Drive
404-963-7194
» Mami’s La Cubana Restaurant 404-587-2441
» Don Chon Mexican Restaurant 404-492-4681
» Sombreros Mexican Cantina 404-766-4499
» Catalina Mexican Restaurant 404-608-1653
NORTH AMERICAN
» Hammer’s Beach Bar & Grill 404-768-5200
» Got Seafood 404-600-4679
» Buttersweet Bakery 404-767-9884
» Pit Boss BBQ 404-768-0036
» Airport View Restaurant 404-763-0707
» Chick-Fil-A 404-762-1746
» Kenny’s Café 404-762-3030
» Red Snapper Fish & Chicken 404-343-1393
» Folk Art 470-240-4456
FINE DINING
» Volare Wine & Bistro 404-503-6730
OTHER ETHNIC TREATS
» Island Vibes Caribbean Grill 404-996-2380
» Irish Bred Pub 404-765-0280
» Grecian Gyro 404-762-1627
PIZZA
» Johnny’s New York Style Pizza 404-766-3727
» The Hapeville Pizza Co. 404-254-1928
» Your Pie 678-626-6706
UNION CITY
ASIAN INSPIRED
» China Garden 770-306-0407
» China King 770-306-6878
» Ninja Japan 678-961-7169
LATIN AMERICAN
» La Fiesta 770-306-2747
BARS & LATE NIGHT
» Montana Cigar Company 678-489-7611
NORTH AMERICAN
» Green Manor 770-964-4343
» 7 Star Wings 770-306-5155
» Corner Café 770-964-3000
» Home Cooking Buffet 770-306-8868
» Mr. Krabs Hut 770-862-5257
» Nemo Subs & Wings 678-519-0972
» Juicy Crawfish 770-681-0846
» JG Crab Hut 770-969-8664
OTHER ETHNIC TREATS
» Jerk Palace 770-969-2349
CITY
OF SOUTH FULTON
» Bella 404-228-8657
» Jolie’s Sweets & Treats 770-712-6060
» Baltimore Seafood & Crab 404-505-2900
» Harold’s Chicken & Ice Bar 678-973-0030
» Gocha’s Breakfast Bar 404-600-554
» Gocha’s Tapas Bar 678-927-9166
» Mulan Cascade 404-629-0007
» Blaze Steak & Seafood 404-907-4700
» Freshest Salad Bar 404-599-2780
» Golden Krust Caribbean 678-489-8913
» Sandtown Pub 678-904-7041
» Hungry AF 404-941-9609
» Milk and Honey 404-968-9266
FAIRBURN
NORTH AMERICAN
» Judy’s Restaurant 55 W Campbellton St 678-593-5174
» Peach Cobbler Factory Fairburn 678-586-5031
» Big Mama’s Kitchen & Sweet Cakes 404-600-8825
» Oz Pizza 770-306-0603
» Rooster King 770-774-3366
» Wing and Fish Georgia 770-892-4737
OTHER ETHNIC TREATS
» China House 770-964-0099
» Clifton’s American West Indian 678-833-5447
Airport Area Services
COLLEGE PARK
» Wings Financial 800-692-2274
» College Park Shoe Repair 3747 Main St Unit 4 404-901-9702
» BHHS Gateway Historic College Park 404-348-4529
» The Wellness Spot - 404-996-6944
» Trinity Barber & Beauty 404-766-2001
» Airport Park ‘n Bark 678-278-0137
» Selah Phenomenal Salon 404-763-1524
» Club E 678-515-1720
» Glam Nails 678-705-5188
» Alter Ego Salon & Spa 404-768-3000
» Tracie Edmonds Signature Salon 404-247-7879
» Atlanta’s Finest Barber Shop 404-768-2046
» Incite Wellness Chiropractic Spa 678-613-8912
» UV Nail Lounge 404-585-0672
» Hair Unique 404-761-9811
» Zsavets House of Style Salon 404-549-2638
» Cycle Gang 517-204-5948
» Rod’s N Razors Salon 404-573-9962
» AllCore 360 404-766-0676
» Codes Hair Braiding 404-762-9975
» 24K Smile, LLC 404-673-4103
» Wag Atlanta 404-762-5050
» Elite Auto Detailing 404-946-5160
HAPEVILLE
» Pizza Chiropractic 3284 Dogwood Drive 404-761-6200
- Your Guide to Atlanta and the Airport Area
» The Academy Theatre 599 N. Central Ave - 404-474-8332
» Martino-White Printing Services 543 N Central Ave 404-768-8708
» Derrick Booker Agency (Farmers Insurance) 678-705-2326
» Simmons Beauty & Barber 404-399-9093
» 2000AD Concepts in Floral Art Inc. 404-314-6194
» Atlanta Printmakers Studio 404-316-6863
» PrimefitnessATL 615-919-4794
» Cosmetic Career Company 678-428-4389
» Natural Nails 404-768-1119
» Ingrid Nails 404-484-6604
» Olympus Gym 404-684-1188
» Crew Outfitters 404-766-6507
» Yoga Hive Healing Arts Studio 404-668-2169
» Benefield Automotive 404-768-1401
» Hapeville Coin Laundry 404-761-6633
» Touch Nail Salon 404-766-0770
» William Craig Salon 404-767-7123
» Doggie Style Atl Pet Grooming 404-762-3704
» CharlyO Master Salon 404-669-9800
» Chapman Drug Company 404-761-1136
» Hairberdasher 404-766-6511
» Swan Lash and Brow Bar 404-748-6078
» D & D Nail Salon 404-600-2144
» Bliss Nail Spa 404-579-0669
» Verispine Joint Centers (404) 500-1675
» Airport Area Churches
AFRICAN METHODIST EPISCOPAL
» Mount Zion AME - Col Park - 404-762-5044
BAPTIST
» First Baptist Church Fairburn - 770-964-1431
» First Baptist Church Hapeville 404-767-8211
CATHOLIC
» St John Evangelist Hapeville - 404-767-5877
CHURCH OF GOD
» Mt Olive - College Pk - 404-669-0089
EPISCOPAL
» St John’s - Col Pk - 404-761-8402
ESPAÑOL
» El Nazareno Presbyterian Church Hapeville - 404-664-8912
» Iglesia Ministerios Nuevo Pacto - Hapeville770-276-4603
NON-DENOMINATIONAL
» InterFaith Airport ChaplaincyAtl - 404-762-1051 www.atlchapel.org
PRESBYTERIAN
» New Life Pres. - Atl - 770-996-7159
UNITED METHODIST
» Hapeville UM Hapeville - 404-762-9677
» First UM of Col. Pk - Col Pk - 404-766-6294
Reach For the Sky, Delta Would Dare
Delta Air Lines celebrates its 100th anniversary this year. A milestone few companies, let alone airlines, ever reach. From its humble beginnings as a crop-dusting operation in the American South to becoming one of the world’s leading global carriers, the journey is a story of the ages.
Delta traces its roots back to March 2, 1925, when it was founded as Huff Daland Dusters in Macon, Georgia. It was the world’s first aerial crop-dusting company, created to combat the boll weevil infestation threatening Southern cotton fields. The company later moved its headquarters to Monroe, Louisiana, before
By Iesha Westmoreland
being renamed “Delta Air Service” in 1928 (in honor of the Mississippi Delta region it originally served). On June 17, 1929, they launched their first passenger flights between Dallas, Texas and Jackson, Mississippi, using a single Travel Air Model S-6000B aircraft. The fare was just $47.25 one-way (around $850 today). The flight included multiple stops and lasted over five hours. In the present time, Delta serves more than 300 destinations in over 50 countries and operates major hubs in Atlanta, Detroit, Minneapolis, Salt Lake City, and New York City. The airline has pledged to be the first carbon-neutral airline globally, investing over $1 billion toward sustainability over the next decade.
The airline moved its headquarters to Atlanta in 1941, and it remains its corporate home today. By 1959 Delta became the first airline to fly the Douglas DC-8 jet, ushering in the Jet Age. Fast Forwarding almost 30 years later (in 1987), the company acquired Western Airlines, expanding its reach across the western U.S. and into Mexico. By 1991 Delta absorbed most of Pan Am’s transatlantic routes, cementing its international footprint. Then the flight conglomerate merged
with Northwest Airlines in 2008, forming the world’s largest airline at the time and giving it access to Asian markets.
As of the early 2020’s, the airline led the flight industry in blocking middle seats and implementing cleanliness protocols, helping to rebuild consumer trust in air travel. Consistently ranked among the top U.S. airlines in revenue, customer satisfaction, and reliability, it operates over 900 aircraft, making it one of the largest fleets in the world. Delta is known for its profit-sharing program, regularly awarding billions to employees when the airline is profitable. With such a legendary flight path, it is only logical for there to be a Delta Flight Museum. The museum is located at their headquarters on the Hartsfield Jackson Atlanta International Airport property. Founded in 1995 by its retirees who restored Ship 41 (a 1941 DC-3), it is a unique aviation museum housed in two restored 1940s hangars. It features historic aircraft like Delta’s DC-3 Ship 41, the Boeing 767 The Spirit of Delta, and a rare walk-through Boeing 747-400. Visitors can explore the airline’s journey from a pioneering modest crop-dusting company to a global airline empire, enjoy interactive exhibits, view vintage uniforms, and even try a real Boeing 737 flight simulator. Recently renovated for Delta’s centennial, the museum operates as a nonprofit and continues to expand its collections, emphasizing the airline’s people-first culture and legacy through updated exhibits and immersive storytelling.
As part of its people-first culture, Delta launched its Frequent Flyer program in 1981 (changing the name to SkyMiles in 1995). It was part of a wave of airline loyalty programs introduced around the time American Airlines launched AAdvantage. Individuals can earn miles by flying Delta or its partner airlines (Air France, KLM, Korean Air & others), using selected American Express Credit Card, or booking with travel partners such as certain hotels & car rentals. SkyMiles are redeemable for free flights, cabin upgrades, gift cards, vacation packages, and more. Elite tiers include
Silver, Gold, Platinum & Diamond Medallion.
In addition to the Sky Miles program, there is The Delta Sky Club. The airline initiated the program to give members exclusive airport lounge access, o ering a calm and luxurious space for eligible travelers to relax before or between flights. Amenities include comfortable seating & quiet areas, complimentary snacks, meals, premium beverages, high-speed Wi-Fi and charging stations, and more. Memberships are available for purchase at individual or executive levels or can often be bundled with Delta SkyMiles Reserve or Amex Platinum credit cards. Recent rollouts you can look forward to from Delta include premium lounges distinct from Sky Club with more luxurious amenities (first opening at JFK, LAX, BOS and SEA), such as upgraded food & drink partnerships with celebrity chefs and local vendors.
As Delta turns 100 in 2025, the airline plans a yearlong celebration, including aircraft with commemorative livery, community events in key cities, and recognition of long-time employees and loyal customers. CEO Ed Bastian has called the milestone “not just a celebration of our past, but a commitment to leading the future of aviation.” Few companies have weathered as much change, turbulence, and transformation as Delta. From barnstorming beginnings to a global aviation giant, Delta’s 100-year story is a testament to adaptation, service, and a constant drive to elevate the travel experience. As Delta looks ahead to its second century, it does so with wings firmly spread and eyes fixed on the horizon.
Attractions
Attractions have seasonal hours. Call or check their websites for hours.
Airport Area Attractions
Historic College Park Golf
3711 Fairway Drive, College Park
404-761-0731
Wolf Creek Golf
3000 Union Rd SW, City of South Fulton 404-344-1334
Sports Gateway Center Arena
2330 Convention Center Concourse 770-997-3566
GICC
2000 Convention Center Concourse 770-997-3566 www.gicc.com
Atlanta Attractions
Sports
Mercedes-Benz Stadium
Atlanta Falcons
Atlanta United
1 AMB Drive Northwest, Atlanta, GA 30313 470-341-5000
Tour Info: 470-341-7500
State Farm Arena
Atlanta Hawks
1 Philips Dr, Atlanta 404-878-3000 www.Hawks.com
Museums & Historical Interest
Wren’s Nest
1050 Ralph David Abernathy Blvd., Atl 404-753-7735 www.wrensnest.org
The APEX Museum 135 Auburn Ave, Atl 404-523-2739
Atlanta Botanical Garden 1345 Piedmont Avenue NE Atl 404 876-5859
Atlanta History Center
130 West Paces Ferry Rd NW, Atlanta 404-814-4000
Fernbank Museum of Nat. History
767 Clifton Rd NE, Atl 404-929-6300
High Museum of Art
1280 Peachtree St NE, Atl 404-733-4444
Delta Flight Museum
770-715-7886 1220 Woolman Place, Atlanta 30354, DeltaMuseum.org
Family Fun
Stately Oaks Plantation
770-473-0197 100 Carriage Lane, Jonesboro, GA 30236
Beach at Clayton County
International Park 770-603-4000 2300 Highway 138, Jonesboro, GA
William H. Reynolds Memorial Nature Preserve
770-603-4188 5665 Reynolds Road Morrow, GA 30260 Grounds Open 8am – Dusk
Music
Spivey Hall Clayton College &
State University Ticket Office: 678-466-4200
2000 Clayton State Blvd, Morrow, GA 30260
Wolf Creek Amphitheatre
404-613-7539 3025 Merk Rd SW, Atlanta, GA 30349
Theater & the Arts
Academy Theatre
404-474-8332-599 N Central Ave Hapeville GA 30354 www. academytheatre.org
Clayton County Performing Arts
770-473-2875 2530 Mt Zion Pkwy Jonesboro, GA 30236
Southside Theatre Guild
770-969-0956 20 W Campbellton St, Fairburn, GA 30213
Imagine It! The Children’s Museum of Atlanta
275 Centennial Olympic Park Dr Atl 404 659-5437
Jimmy Carter Presidential Library & Museum
441 Freedom Pkwy NE Atl 404 865-7100
The King Center 449 Auburn Ave NE, Atl 404-526-8900
Margaret Mitchell House 990 Peachtree St, Atl 404-249-7015
Family Attractions
Centennial Olympic Park 265 Park Ave West N.W. Atl 404-223-4412
Georgia Aquarium
225 Baker St, NW Atl 404-581-4000
Inside CNN Studio Tour 1 CNN Center, NW Atl 404-827-2300
LEGOLAND® Discovery Center 3500 Peachtree Rd. NE Atl 404-848-9252
Six Flags Over Georgia
275 Riverside Pkwy SE, Austell 770-739-3400
Stone Mountain Park Hwy 78 E, Stone Mountain Park 770-498-5690
World of Coca-Cola 121 Baker St NW, Atl 404-676-5151
Zoo Atlanta 800 Cherokee Ave SE, Atl 404-624-WILD (9453)
Theater & the Arts
Alliance Theatre Company 1280 Peachtree St NE, Atl 404-733-4650
Atlanta Shakespeare Co. 499 Peachtree St NE, Atlanta 404-874-5299
Center for the Puppetry Arts 1404 Spring St NW, Atl 404-873-3391 or 404-873-3089
Fabulous Fox Theatre 660 Peachtree St, Atl 404-881-2100
Woodruff Arts Center 1280 Peachtree St NE, Atl 404-733-4200
Variety Playhouse 1099 Euclid Ave Northeast Atl 404 524-7354
14th Street Playhouse 173 14th St, Atl 404-733-4750
Music
Aaron’s Amphitheatre at Lakewood
2002 Lakewood Ave SE, Atl 404-443-5000
Chastain Park Amphitheatre 4469 Stella Dr Atl 404 733-4900
