Exploring Atlanta’s Neighborhoods
Map of the hotel location and nearby sights
Annual Meeting attendees are encouraged to explore the restaurants, bars, shops, and attractions of Atlanta that are spread out across the city’s neighborhoods. Have a few hours between sessions? Hang out in the Buckhead area for legendary shopping at Phipps Plaza, Lenox Square, or the various boutiques and galleries. Midtown is the heart of the arts with the High Museum, Alliance Theater, and Fox Theater, plus dining and nightlife that is all the rage.
If you are looking to go where the locals go, visit Virginia Highlands’ boutiques and laid-back bars, live jazz in Castleberry Hill, and Little Five Points with its bohemian shopping, bars, restaurants, and an Elvis shrine at the Star Community Bar.
Map of the Atlanta MARTA system
The ASA has scouted the area for entertainment options to fit almost any meeting attendees’ sense of adventure in terms of exploring a city. See below for a list of restaurant, shopping, and entertainment options that are within walking distance, a few light rail stops away, or a short taxi ride from the hotel.
Walkable destinations from the meeting hotels
- Dogwood. Upscale southern restaurant. 565 Peachtree St.
- Peasant Bistro. French/Mediterranean restaurant. 250 Park Ave West.
- City Segway Tours. Atlanta’s only Segway tour will give you a fantastic orientation to downtown Atlanta.Reservations recommended. 250 Park Avenue West, NW. (404) 588-2274
- The Avenue. Downtown lounge and nightlife. 303 Peachtree Center Ave NE
Marta —within 1-4 stops from the hotels located at the Peachtree Center MARTA Station
(see www.itsmarta.com)
- Bone’s. Steakhouse restaurant. 3130 Piedmont Rd. (Buckhead MARTA Station)
- South City Kitchen. Regional cuisine restaurant. 1144 Crescent Ave. (Midtown MARTA Station)
- The APEX Museum. The African American Panoramic Experience. 135 Auburn Avenue. (Five Points MARTA Station)
Taxis
- Atlanta Fish Market. 265 Pharr Rd.
- Nan of Tamarind. Thai restaurant. 1350 Spring St. (at the corner of 17th).
- Wertz Contemporary Gallery. The gallery’s main focus is work that has been influenced by or reflects the history, politics, and culture of Africa and pieces that depict the experiences of African Americans. 264 Peters St.
Come and explore the sights, sounds, and flavor of the city. We look forward to seeing you in Atlanta! 
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