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Y’ALL COME BACK

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dog park. Downtown? Find Woodruff Park near Five Points and Centennial Olympic Park near Mercedes-Benz Stadium.

Tip 2: On Foot and On Wheels

Atlantans love Atlanta BeltLine, a walking and biking trail that unites the city’s intown neighborhoods. City dwellers love to take to the BeltLine for a walk, a run or a bike ride.

Tip 3: Welcome Everybody

Atlanta is proud of its large LBGTQ+ population. The A’s many gay and lesbian bars, restaurants and nightclubs are legendary as is our fall Atlanta Pride Festival and Parade.

Tip 4: Civil Rights

Atlanta is regarded as the heartbeat of the American civil rights movement. Learn all about it at Martin Luther King, Jr. National Historical Park, National Center for Civil and Human Rights, Apex Museum, Auburn Avenue Research Library, the Herndon Home Museum and other historic sites throughout Atlanta.

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Go Local, Literally

Atlanta’s local, chef-owned restaurants are found in every neighborhood and reflect the rich diversity of our city. Visit local bookstores and boutiques to bring home that perfect souvenir.

Tip 6: We Do Sports

Mercedes-Benz Stadium is one of the most modern and unique stadiums in the country. It is home to the Atlanta Falcons and Atlanta United FC as well as many musical events, college bowl games — and the occasional Super Bowl. It is the most sustainable sports venue in the world, boasts a world-class art collection and has budget-conscious restaurants.

Now, even if you don’t feel like a local, at least you can hang out like one.

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