Atlanta, Georgia Travel Tips
Atlanta, GA is the perfect city for vacationing families, and because of the high number of houses in the city, finding vacation rentals in Atlanta, GA is not difficult with the assistance of Vacation Home Rentals. Atlanta has a strong real estate market, and many properties are available for rent by owner in different sections of the city. The city is easily accessible; Atlanta-Hartsfield International Airport -- one of the busiest airports in the world -- ferries about 8 million passengers per month to and from its namesake city. With very mild winter temperatures, golf and outdoor recreation opportunities perfect for families of all shapes and sizes abound in and around the city. While the summer temperatures befit a city nicknamed "Hotlanta," Atlanta vacation homes typically have central air-conditioning to keep you cool and comfortable when indoors.
In general, attractions in Downtown are within walking distance of each other, but venturing to any of the outlying neighborhoods requires a vehicle. Negotiating the hub-and-spoke layout of Atlanta's highways and byways is often daunting to visitors. In most cases, you and your family will enjoy your time better if you rely on taxis and mass transit. Taxis are easy to find in Atlanta, as they frequently wait for fares at the airport and all major tourist attractions. MARTA -- Atlanta's mass-transit train -- is an indispensable resource for vacationing families. For locations outside of the train's reach, MARTA busses are a good option to save precious vacation dollars. MARTA schedules and routes are available online.
City Travel Tips for Families
Despite its nickname, received due to a reputation as a city with hot and exciting nightlife, Atlanta is also an exciting destination for families with children. Home to the world's largest aquarium, a center for puppetry arts, and the World of Coca-Cola where you can learn about the history of the soft drink by viewing fun and exciting exhibits, the city is filled with interesting activities ideal for families and groups.
Neighborhoods
Because the city has such a diverse community, the vacation rental homes in Atlanta, GA vary greatly in terms of price, amenities, size, and location. Consider all of these when choosing vacation rentals in Atlanta, GA, to minimize your vacation expenses. While most people living in the metropolitan area reside in the surrounding suburbs, most of the area's major tourist attractions, hotels, and restaurants are in downtown Atlanta; however, few rental homes are located in the downtown area. A few miles from downtown, and still inside Atlanta city limits, the neighborhoods of Grant Park, Cabbagetown, and Inman Park feature many Atlanta, Georgia vacation rentals. These neighborhoods offer interesting opportunities for food and entertainment as well, including roof-top restaurants and historic tours through Oakland Cemetery. Midtown Atlanta is primarily a business district, while the uptown Atlanta neighborhood of Buckhead is primarily home to nightclubs and retail establishments. Some of the other neighborhoods likely to have VRBOs include: Reynoldstown, East Atlanta and Vinnings, though these neighborhoods are a 10 to 15 minute drive from downtown.
Attractions
First constructed for the 1996 Olympics, Centennial Olympic Park serves as the focal point for the downtown tourist district.
Zoo Atlanta, located in Grant Park, is home to a variety of animals that will delight adults and children alike. After a long day exploring with the kids, a visit to the revolving restaurant in downtown Atlanta named
The Sundial allows you to enjoy a 360-degree view of the city. Also downtown, the CNN Center and the Georgia Aquarium are within walking distance of each other.
Three professional sports franchises call downtown Atlanta their home, and the
Georgia Dome, Turner Field and the Phillips Arena are nestled within the downtown district. Nearby, Stone Mountain -- one of the state's most popular tourist attractions -- is approximately 20 miles from the City of Atlanta. One of the world's largest exposed granite outcrops, the mountain features a large carving of civil war heroes, a cable-car ride to the top, hiking trails, fishing, shopping, and restaurants. Consider which attractions your family will want to visit when picking and booking weekly rentals in Atlanta, GA through our services.
Events
Weekly rentals in Atlanta, GA are often in high demand in the spring and early fall, when many events take place. One of Atlanta's biggest annual events is the
Dogwood Festival. Held in April each year, the event takes place in Piedmont Park and features vendors, artists, food, and entertainment for the whole family.
Dragoncon is an annual comic book convention occuring every Labor Day Weekend. Drawing visitors from near and far, the event is fun for comic book enthusiasts both young and old. Atlanta is also home to many annual sporting events, such as the
Chick-fil-A Bowl, the SEC championship, and many professional golf tournaments.
Atlantans love their outdoor space, so outdoor concerts are popular forms of entertainment. Many residents and visitors alike pack picnic dinners, spread a blanket, and spend the evening listening to enjoyable music as others play Frisbee with their dogs nearby.
Atlanta also hosts an amazing Food and Wine Festival in June, followed by Fashion Week in July. September brings the Taste of Atlanta, the perfect time to sample the many flavors of this cosmopolitan city from authentic soul food and southern comfort favorites to farm-to-table dishes and fusion options. Celebrate New Year’s like nothing you’ve ever seen at the city’s
Peach Drop, billed as the largest New Year’s Eve celebration in the south.
Things to Do
Atlanta is bursting with things to do from downtown’s Centennial Olympic Park (don’t miss the bird’s-eye views from the Ferris wheel), World of Coca-Cola, and the Georgia Aquarium (home to the humongous whale sharks). The Martin Luther King Junior National Historic Site is also a must-see. Stroll the Sweet Auburn neighborhood. Visit MLK’s church and his boyhood home. Check out the shotgun homes that were designed to stay cool through airflow and straight, open design.
Nightlife
Atlanta offers up an array of nightlife options throughout the city, but most people will point you to the neighborhood of Buckhead for the greatest number of choices in a single area. From neighborhood pubs to trendy yuppie hangouts and everything in between, this enclave just north of downtown is one of Atlanta’s most affluent. In addition to bars, you’ll also find upscale shopping and restaurants.
Transit
Like most cities, parking downtown is expensive. As long as your Atlanta vacation rental is downtown or close to the Perimeter (the outerbelt of Atlanta), you can catch MARTA from the airport and reach most of your desired destinations by train/underground. Atlanta has recently introduced a
streetcar as well, which travels a loop between Centennial Olympic Park and the King Historic District. There are plans for further expansion.
Climate
Temperatures throughout Atlanta are moderate most of the year but summers do get steamy with temps in the upper 80s and high humidity. Winter brings high temps in the low 50s, but Atlanta can occasionally see snow or ice. When it does, the traffic slows to a crawl.
Atlanta is an exciting blend of innovation and history. With a vibrant restaurant scene and an exciting arts culture, an Atlanta vacation rental is an ideal way to experience it all. Soak up its rich history, or try your hand at becoming an extra in one of the many movies shot in this town. One thing is for sure: you’ll enjoy your visit.
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