FOOD & CULTURE
Atlanta lives to ignite the senses, and we won’t deny that taste and sound come first. Food and music make up the bones of our city, and we’ve built a world of wonder right on top of them. Powerful street art, food trucks and top ranked restaurants, beloved artists, unique events, all to the tune of an ever-present backbeat. Come find what moves you.
ARTS & CULTURE
Art isn’t just something you go look at in Atlanta. It hangs in our museums, dances across our stages, rings in our ears, and colors our walls. Art is how we communicate to the world who we are. Our streets are alive with stories. Tiny doors open to creativity and wonder - check out #tinydoorsatl. We are the city of makers — even the popsicles are craft — check out King of Pops. Our art is pirouettes that make your head spin. Punchlines that make your sides ache. People who’ve inspired us throughout history. In Atlanta, creativity is celebrated and imagination reigns.
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DINING
With over 4,000 local restaurants, nearly 200 bars and clubs, numerous coffee shops, and home to the popular Sweetwater and Monday Night Brewery, Atlanta is a foodie’s paradise. The city is known not only for its countless barbeque joints, but also its diverse offerings of Asian, Latin, and European flavors—just to name a few. They're not to be missed!
Other places to check out:
- ChooseATL’s Top Atlanta Picks
- James Beard Award Winning Restaurants
- Explore Georgia Dining
- Atlanta: We Caffeinate (find your coffee spot)
- The Beer is Here: Georgia Breweries
- Time to Wine Down: Georgia Vineyard map
Food Halls
Food Halls are a relatively new concept, but one that we’ve fully embraced. Driven by our love of variety, our insistence upon options, and just a plain ol’ love of food, these spots provide more than delicious bites- they are gathering places. Each one of these spots is designed not only to feed guests, but to delight them. There’s plenty to see and do in addition to trying incredible, diverse bites. These halls of wonder are serving up a sense of community and comradery here in Atlanta.
ENTERTAINMENT
As the cultural capital of the South, Atlanta’s music scene is one of the first things that comes to mind when thinking about all the city has to offer. It’s a place full of incredible talent, from hip-hop legends and indie rock bands to the Atlanta Symphony Orchestra and Chorus, which has recorded more than 100 albums and won 27 GRAMMY® Awards.
Explore more suggestions from ExploreGeorgia.org
Other places to check out:
- Buckhead Theater
- Chastain Park Amphitheater
- Terminal West
- The Battery
- The Tabernacle
- ChooseATL Social Calendar
- Nightlife
Festivals & Events
Atlantans love to find any reason to gather for food, music, and family fun. Grab a blanket and your closest friends and start making memories.
SHOPPING
One of the perks of living in a city with so much diversity is the endless opportunity to hunt for treasure that suits your style. Whether you’re into punk rock or runway chic or something in between, you’ll find shopping experiences that suit you. Dig into eclectic vintage shops in Little Five Points or browse the boutiques at glamourous Phipps Plaza. Ponce City Market is one of our recent additions, and quickly becoming a favorite staple for Atlantans and visitors alike. Wherever you’re headed, wear comfy shoes—there’s lots of ground to cover.