Georgia Tech's prime location in Atlanta, Georgia combines the entertainment, educational, and economic opportunities of an international city with the flavor and personality of close-knit eclectic neighborhoods. Our Midtown neighborhood is a thriving place to create, learn, live, work, and play.The cities network of diverse neighborhoods offers a taste of home for everyone – from apartments, lofts, and high-rises to small bungalows or impressive mansions. As the state's economic and cultural hub, Atlanta is packed with attractions, small businesses, high-tech startups, and multinational corporations, along with restaurants, theaters, museums, and concert venues.
Within an easy walk to campus and green spaces and parks, including Centennial Olympic Park, Piedmont Park, and the Atlanta Beltline – public Parks, multi-use trails, and multiple public transit options.
What to do in Atlanta
Eating in Atlanta
Georgia Tech is located in the heart of Atlanta with numerous restaurants within walking distance. From 5 star restaurants to local holes in the wall, Atlanta has a wide array of restaurants for all foodies to enjoy. Whether you want to tell them "What You Have" at the famous Varsity Restaurant, indulge in a Quadruple Coronary Bypass Burger at the Vortex, or enjoy a raw steak tartare burger from Flip Burger Boutique, Atlanta speaks to all the different taste buds out there. Check out the best food that Atlanta has to offer here.
Leisure in Atlanta
Atlanta has the busiest airport in the United States, so with that comes a lot of attractions to see in the city.
Things to make sure you do before you leave:
- Try 100 Different Flavors of Coke From Around the World at the World of Coca-Cola
- Watch the Atlanta Braves Play Nine Innings
- Walk with the Sea Creatures at the Georgia Aquarium, One of the Largest in the World
- Walk, Bike, & Run on the Atlanta Beltline
- Stop and Smell the Orchids at the Atlanta Botantical Gardens
- Catch a Broadway Play at the Historic Fox Theater
- Shop and Dine at Atlantic Station
- Enjoy a Concert at the Various Concert Venues in the City
- Explore the History of College Football at the College Football Hall of Fame
- See the News Delivered at the CNN Studio
- Visit the Home of MLK JR, the King Center, or the Carter Center
- Walk Around the Historic Oakland Cementary
- Get Your Thrills in at Six Flags Over Georgia
- Wave at the World Famous Pandas at the Atlanta Zoo