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ATLANTA AREA INFORMATION
GROUND TRANSPORTATION
Atlanta’s Hartsfield-Jackson
International Airport (ATL) one of the busiest airports in the nation. With a little
pre-planning it can be very easy to navigate. On their website, you’ll find
maps of the terminals. Pay close attention to the Main Terminal and ground
transportation areas. Once you arrive, you’ll need to take the airport train
all the way in to the Main Terminal/Baggage Claim area. After collecting your
luggage, you may wish to stop by the new Airport
Information and Ground Transportation Center located in the arrival's lobby
next door to Hertz Car Rental.
Typical minimum costs for ground transportation from the airport
to our conference hotel (Hilton Atlanta Northeast) is as follows:
Super Shuttle 25.00 USD *
Rental Car Varies
Subway/Rail 1.75 USD
Taxi 65.00 USD *
* We suggest you check with the individual
companies on exact fare quotes.
MARTA – (Metropolitan Atlanta Rapid Transit Authority): The
MARTA terminal is located at the far West end of the baggage claim area. MARTA trains arrive and depart from the
airport every eight minutes. In 15 minutes, a passenger can travel the 10 miles
to downtown Atlanta,
where connections are available to other parts of the city.
From the Airport to the Hilton Atlanta Northeast (conference
hotel): Take the ORANGE line to the NE10 - DORAVILLE
Station. Call ahead ( 770.447.4747 ) and the Hilton local shuttle will pick you
up.
SHUTTLE SERVICES: Our conference hotel, Hilton
Atlanta Northeast, is located in Norcross,
GA. Shuttle services to that area
are provided by:
The Hilton recommends AAA and estimated the cost from
Airport to Hotel to be around $33.00.
CAR RENTAL: Most car rental companies have a
registration counter inside the airport, located on the first floor atrium. Car
rental shuttles are located in the Orange
Bus aisle of the Ground
Transportation Center.
The conference hotel, Hilton Atlanta Northeast is approximately 31.78 miles
from the airport with an approximate drive time of 40 minutes in off-peak
hours.
Directions: I-85 N to I-285 W. Exit 31B -
Peachtree Industrial Blvd NORTH.
Continue on Peachtree Ind Blvd
- 5 miles. Take right fork. At 2nd traffic light (Peachtree Corners East) make
a U-turn and the Hilton is on the right.
Parking at the conference hotel is FREE.
TAXIS: Fares vary. Rates are computed by a meter. $2.50 for first
1/8 mile. $0.25 for each additional 1/8 mile. $21.00/hr wait time. See total estimate
above, under airport info.
International attendees, please check this link
for current regulations on entering and leaving the U.S.
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RECREATION
There’s a TON of fun and
interesting things to do in Atlanta!
We’ve tried
to list the most popular ones below with links to sites where you can glean
more information on pricing, hours of operation, location, travel and parking. If
you plan to see several attractions, an Atlanta City Pass
may be something you want to consider, with one low price for six attractions. For
a wider range of attractions the Atlanta
area has to offer, visit Welcome
to Downtown Atlanta or the Atlanta
Convention & Visitors Bureau.
Atlanta
Botanical Gardens – Several gardens are included within the grounds,
including the Storza Woods nature walk, a conservation garden for many of the
world’s endangered plants, and several water features and sculptures scattered
throughout.
Atlanta History Center – This 33-acre
attraction in the heart of Atlanta’s Buckhead
district encompasses the Atlanta
History Museum,
Centennial Olympic Games Museum, historic gardens and tours of two historic
houses: Swan House and Tullie Smith Farm.
Fernbank Museum of Natural
History and IMAX Theatre – With its permanent exhibitions, special
limited-time exhibitions, and exciting IMAX presentations that sweep you into
the world of nature, the Fernbank is a happening place. In addition, programs
like Star Talk, Weekend Wonders and Martinis and IMAX give visitors the ability
to individualize their experience.
Georgia Aquarium – It’s a must-see
with more aquatic life than in any other aquarium. GA Aquarium’s eight million
gallons of marine and fresh water is unprecedented. Experience a living coral
reef, the world’s largest fish- the whale shark, playful Beluga whales and a
host of other creatures of the deep blue. Five exhibits: Cold Water Quest,
Georgia Explorer, Ocean Voyager, River Scout and Tropical Diver and a 4D
Theatre.
High Museum of Art – Housed in an architectural
masterpiece in midtown Atlanta,
the High is “one of the nation's great museums of the twenty-first century.”
Nearly 450,000 visitors a year peruse the exhibits in 312,000 square feet of
the High’s elite gallery spaces. It’s a cultural experience you won’t soon
forget.
Inside CNN Atlanta Studio Tour – Take
a 50 minute, guided tour of the CNN studios, and see the history of the CNN News
Group Networks. Everything from hard-hitting news to the Cartoon Network.
Margaret Mitchell House and Museum and the Gone With the Wind Movie
Museum – Do you get caught up in the romance and drama of Gone With the
Wind no matter how many times you’ve seen it? Is the book a favorite? Then you
won’t want to miss these tributes to the author and the movie.
Six Flags
Over Georgia – If you’re a thrill seeker, this is the place for you. Six
Flags Over Georgia
boasts “some of the fastest, tallest, wildest, gut-wrenchingest rides in the
country-including a few record-breakers.” Well all-righty then! Once you’ve
worked up a sweat there, beat the heat with Six Flags White
Water – a Travel Channel Top 10 Water Park with 50 amazing attractions. It’s
just what you need to cool off.
Underground Atlanta – experience
the shopping, dining, history and entertainment that gives Atlanta its unique flavor.
World of Coca-Cola – Located across
from the GA Aquarium, this new and improved attraction opened this year with
twice the space, new exhibits, a 4D theatre, and exciting memorabilia. See
8-ounce bottles of Coke produced before your eyes and taste over 70 different
flavors from around the world.
Zoo Atlanta – You better believe
this is the wildest place in town. Lions, tigers and bears? Oh, My! And that’s
only the beginning. Check out their schedule of events happening every day and
enjoy learning more about the critters in our world.
We hope you
enjoy your stay in the Atlanta
metro area and take advantage of these area attractions.
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DINING
The Hilton
Atlanta Northeast features Basil’s
Kitchen, serving breakfast, lunch and dinner with a casual atmosphere. A
small Starbuck’s bar is located just outside the elevator area. If you wish to
dine off-property, the Hilton shuttle will take you within a 4-5 mile radius.
At The
Forum (located 1.2 mi. from hotel and accessible by hotel shuttle):
The Atlanta Bread Company 770-662-0900 Casual food served with a fine dining
flare.
Caribou Coffee 770-797-9126
grace 1720 678.421.1720 fine
dining
J.
Alexander's 770-263-9755 Straightforward American food. Everything
from burgers to prime rib.
Jason's Deli 770.268.9440
Mambo
Italiano 770-441-3200
Moe’s Southwest Grill 770-797-9340 casual, Mexican
Ted’s Montana Grill 678.405.0305
Thai Spice 770-449-3996
The Grape 770-447-1605
Other area
restaurants and fast food choices are depicted in the sketch below. In
addition, your hotel room will have a list of restaurants and menus to choose
from.
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SHOPPING
Publix
(grocery store), Target, Kroger (grocery store), and the Dollar store are all
within walking distance or available by hotel shuttle.
WalGreen’s
has a mini-clinic for non emergency needs at the Peachtree Parkway location, just in case.
The nearest
outdoor mall is The
Forum, approximately 1.2 miles from the hotel and accessible by hotel
shuttle. It features a large variety of shops in an old world atmosphere.
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