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MARTA to the Trolley Barn

Designed in 1880, the Trolley Barn is just that — a historic building at 963 Edgewood Avenue NE that once housed Atlanta’s streetcars.  Today it is used as a special event space and in addition to the main hall, there is a serving kitchen, an 800 square-foot mezzanine overlooking the hall, a 2,400 square-foot general purpose room underneath the main hall and a large outdoor brick patio.  It is also home to the yearly Butterfly Ball that takes place during the Inman Park Festival.

The closest MARTA station is Inman Park on the blue/green rail line, which is literally just down the street.  If coming from Five Points (and the red/gold line), board an Eastbound train marked Indian Creek or Candler Park at Five Points.  Once at the Inman Park station, follow the signs pointing to Inman Park after exiting the fare gate and at street level, keep walking straight ahead from the stairway/escalators along the bus bay to enter Edgewood Avenue.  The Trolley Barn is about a block down on the left.

For more information, see:
Navigating the Inman Park Station
Inman Park MARTA Station Nightlife
Inman Park MARTA Station Restaurants
Tips for Taking MARTA to the Inman Park Festival
5 Things to See and Do at the Inman Park Station
5 Family-friend Activities Near the Inman Park Station

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MARTA to Thomasville Park and Recreation Center

The Thomasville Park and Recreation Center is located in Southeast Atlanta at Henry Thomas Drive and McDonough Blvd.  The park features a swimming pool, tennis court, basketball court and Center of Hope (Boys and Girls Club of Metro Atlanta) that provides enrichment and physical activities for children.

The closest MARTA station is Inman Park on the blue/green rail line.  From that station, board bus 4 on the Inman Park side of the station to reach the park.  The park is toward the end of the line — and the bus will cross over McDonough Blvd. then circle through a neighborhood before reaching the park, which has a bus stop on Henry Thomas Drive.

For more information, see:
How to Ride MARTA Buses
Navigating the Inman Park Station
Best of MARTA: Fun/Recreation

 

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MARTA to the Starlight Six Drive-In Theatre

The Starlight Six Drive-In Theatre is located at 2000 Moreland Avenue SE, closest to the Inman Park MARTA station on the blue/green rail line.  This classic drive-in is cash-only and has multiple screens and a snack bar.

On MARTA, take a blue or green line train to the Inman Park station (if coming from Five Points, board a train marked “Indian Creek” or “Candler Park”.  At the station, follow the signs pointing to Inman Park after exiting the fare gate, keeping to the right.  At street level wait for and board bus 4, which has a stop near the theatre.  Signal for the bus stop once you see the signs for the theatre, after the bus crosses McDonough Blvd.  There is a bus stop at that intersection, but it is only close to one screen in the north end of the grounds. The next bus stop is more central and is across from the Crestnut Hill Cemetery.  (See this stop on the map below at Isa Drive).  You can also tell your driver your destination.  For the return trip, return to the same bus stop.  The bus route will do a loop and circle back to the MARTA station.

On the weekend, be back at the bus stop no later than 11:55 p.m. to catch the last bus and 11:40 p.m. on weekdays.


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For more information, see:
Best of the Inman Park Station
Navigating the Inman Park Station
How to Ride MARTA Buses

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MARTA to Emory University Hospital

The Emory University Hospital is located on the Emory University campus at 1364 Clifton Road NE.  The nearest MARTA station is Lindbergh Center on the red/gold rail line, though there are a variety of transportation options to get to the hospital.

Two MARTA buses travel to the hospital, bus 6 from the Lindbergh Center and Inman Park stations and bus 36 from the Midtown and Avondale stations.  The free Cliff Shuttle also has a stop at the hospital.  The CCTMA route picks up passengers at the Decatur MARTA station and additional routes pick up at the North Dekalb and South Dekalb malls.

Helpful Tips

  • The quickest route is the CCTMA Cliff Shuttle from the Decatur station followed by bus 6 from Inman Park and then bus 6 departing from Lindbergh Center.
  • To maximize your commute getting back to MARTA rail on your return trip, wait at a bus stop on N. Decatur Road, which will allow you to board either bus 6 or bus 36.
  • Emory Village and Emory Point both have places to eat.

For more information, see:
How to Ride MARTA Buses
How to Ride the Cliff Shuttle
MARTA Trip Planning Options
MARTA to the Emory Village
Emory University Commuter Transit Options

 

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MARTA to the Georgia Perimeter College Decatur Campus

The Georgia Perimeter College Decatur Campus is located at 3251 Panthersville Road.  The closest MARTA station is Decatur on the blue rail line, though the commute requires taking a bus.  Bus 15 departs from the Decatur station and travels to the college along with bus 34, which departs from the Inman Park station.  The college is near the end of the line on both bus routes.

For more information, see:
How to Ride MARTA Buses
How to Ride MARTA Trains
MARTA Maps

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MARTA to Reynoldstown

Reynoldstown is an Atlanta neighborhood to the east of downtown and just south of Inman Park.  It borders the Edgewood Retail District, which provides grocery, retail and restaurant options, and the area was originally settled by freed slaves. The nearest MARTA station is Inman Park/Reynoldstown on the blue/green rail line.  If you are transferring trains at the Five Points station, follow signs to the Eastbound platform and board either an Indian Creek or Candler Park train.

Once at the station, follow the signs pointing to Reynoldstown after exiting the fare gates (on the left).  This exit provides access to a parking lot, the neighborhood and closest walking route to the retail district.

For more information, see:
Navigating the Inman Park Station
Inman Park MARTA Station Restaurants
MARTA to the Edgewood Retail District

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MARTA to the PATH

The PATH is a network of trails and sidewalks that run through Atlanta.  MARTA connects with the PATH at several points along the blue/green rail line.  Bring your bike on MARTA or walk the trail system.  See below for options and sightseeing along the PATH near MARTA.

Inman Park
One of the major points to connect with the PATH is just outside the Inman Park station.  After walking through the fare gate, turn right to follow the signs pointing to Inman Park.  At street level, turn right along the bus bay and walk to the edge of the parking lot where there is a marked PATH sidewalk just beyond a fence.   This PATH goes through winding and hilly parks in the area, passing a playground and also merges with the Carter Center.  The area provides a scenic place for a picnic and is popular for sledding on the occasion there is enough snow fall.

East Lake
After winding from Inman Park to Candler Park, the PATH ends up alongside the East Lake MARTA station on Dekalb Avenue.  Be sure to exit on the north side of the station/Dekalb Avenue.  The PATH runs alongside the station all the way to downtown Decatur, making this a good spot to exit and then bike or walk to Decatur, where you can reconnect with MARTA at the Decatur station, and combine the outing with shopping or food in Decatur.

Decatur
The PATH runs alongside the backside of downtown Decatur along College Avenue.  Take the Church Street exit out of the station and turn right.  The PATH is about two blocks down next to the railroad.  Turn left to walk around the outskirts of downtown Decatur and circle back to the station, or turn right on the PATH to reach the East Lake station.

For more information, see:
Bicycles on MARTA
Decatur MARTA Station Restaurants
Navigating the Inman Park Station
Inman Park MARTA Station Restaurants

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MARTA to United Artists Tara Cinema

The United Artists Tara Cinema is located at 2345 Cheshire Bridge Road at the intersection with Lindbergh Drive, in Cheshire Square.  The closest MARTA station is the Lindbergh Center Station on the red/gold rail line.  The theater often features documentaries and artistic/indie films in addition to current blockbusters.

To get there on MARTA, board bus 6, bus 27 or bus 30 at Lindbergh Center. The ride is about six minutes and only six stops away from the station.  You can also connect with bus 6 at the Inman Park Station and bus 27 at the Midtown Station if you are coming from that part of town.

For more information, see:
How to Ride MARTA Buses
Lindbergh Station Restaurants
Lindbergh Station Apartment Guide
Lindbergh Center Station Shopping

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MARTA to Glenwood Park

Glenwood Park is a mixed-use, new urban community in Atlanta at the intersection of I-20, Bill Kennedy Way and Glenwood Avenue.  The development features green building and sustainable environmental features such as stormwater retention and irrigation.  In addition to a variety of housing, there is also a commercial area with restaurants and businesses including Vickery’s Bar and Grill, The Shed at Glenwood and the Matador Mexican Cantina.

The nearest MARTA station is Inman Park on the blue/green rail line.  Bus 4, bus 34 and bus 107 that depart from the station go close to the area.  Exit the bus where Moreland Avenue intersects with Glenwood Avenue, the second stoplight after crossing I-20.  After exiting the bus, stay on the same side of the street (west) and walk down Glenwood Avenue for about 10 minutes.

Bus 74 that departs from the Five Points Station also has a stop directly next to Glenwood Park, though the time on the bus is a little longer.  However, the reverse commute is a great option for residents who work downtown or midtown who wish to take MARTA to work.

For more information, see:
How to Ride MARTA Buses
MARTA Neighborhood Guide
Using Google Maps for MARTA Directions

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MARTA to Freedom Park

Freedom Park is composed of several linear parks and paths/bike trails that stretch from near downtown to Little Five Points/Candler Park.  The main greenspace referred to as Freedom Park is located where Freedom Parkway dead ends at Moreland Avenue in Little Five Points.

The closest MARTA station is Inman Park on the blue/green rail line.  For easiest access, board bus 6 at the station, which has a stop next to the park.  Bus 6 also connects with the Lindbergh Center Station on the red/gold rail line.

Walking
If you want to enjoy a longer walk, exit at Inman Park and keep right after going through the fare gate to go down to street level.  Keep right again and walk along the front of the station to reach a sidewalk marked The PATH.  Take the PATH through the park next to the station and turn right at the first street, Euclid Avenue.  Stay on Euclid for about two large blocks then turn left on Moreland Avenue.  The park is another two blocks up the street.

Biking
If you have a bike, follow the above directions to reach the PATH, but keep riding straight ahead over Euclid Avenue and North Highland Avenue.  At this point the PATH merges with another trail near the Carter Center.  Keep to the right and the bike path will take you straight to the park.


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For more information, see:
Inman Park Station Destinations
Navigating the Inman Park Station
Best of MARTA: Fun/Recreation

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MARTA to the Sage Hill Shopping Center

The Sage Hill Shopping Center is located near the Emory University campus on Briarcliff Road.  The anchor store is Kroger and there is also a Rite Aid, U.S. Post Office, hair salon and a several casual restaurants.  It is accessible by MARTA bus 6 and bus 16.

Bus 16 has a stop right in front of the shopping center entrance.  Board this bus at the Five Points station, Loehmann’s Plaza, or along Ralph McGill Blvd. or N. Highland Avenue from Freedom Parkway all the way through Virginia Highland and Morningside.

Or board bus 6 at the Lindbergh Center or Inman Park MARTA stations or along N. Decatur Road/Clifton Road on the Emory campus.  The walk from bus 6 is slightly longer.  Exit the bus at the intersection of Clifton Road with Briarcliff Road.

For more information, see:
Best of MARTA: Retail
How to Ride MARTA Buses
Using Google Maps for MARTA Directions

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MARTA to the Horizon Theatre

The Horizon Theatre is located at 1083 Austin Avenue NE in the Inman Park neighborhood, near the Inman Park MARTA Station.  The theatre is located in the back of the Little Five Points Community Center, formerly a school, and features theatrical performances and plays.  The most direct walk from the MARTA station is to follow the signs pointing to Inman Park after exiting the fare gates, and at street level turn right to walk along the front of the station to reach a sidewalk marked “The Path”, just on the other side of a fence.  Take the PATH through the park and at the first street intersection (Euclid Avenue), turn right.  Euclid merges with Austin Avenue, and the theater is about two blocks down on the right.

If you are traveling from Virginia Highlands, Emory or the La Vista/Briarcliff Area, you can board a southbound bus 6 on Briarcliff or Clifton Road, and exit the bus at the intersection of Moreland Avenue and Euclid Avenue.  A stoplight is at that intersection, along with Zesto and a gas station.

There are plenty of restaurants near the theatre if you need to eat before or after the show.

For more information, see:
Navigating the Inman Park Station
Inman Park MARTA Station Restaurants
Using Google Maps for MARTA Directions

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MARTA to the Little 5 Fest

The Little 5 Fest features over 80 live performing acts spread out at over 10 stages at venues in Little Five Points.  The 2012 date is Saturday, Sept. 29, and tickets start at $10.

The nearest MARTA station is Inman Park on the blue/green rail line.  If you are coming from the north/south rail line, you will need to exit the train at the Five Points Station then follow the signs to the Eastbound platform and board a train marked “Candler Park” or “Indian Creek”.  Once at Inman Park,  keep right after exiting the fare gate to exit on the Inman Park side of the station.  At street level turn right along the parking lot to reach a sidewalk marked “The PATH”, which is just beyond a fence.  The sidewalk will take you through a residential park, past a playground and to Euclid Avenue, which is the first street you’ll reach.  Turn right and walk about 10 minutes to reach Little 5 Points.

Bus 6 also travels to Little 5 Points from the Inman Park Station and from Emory University for those students who wish to attend.  Bus 2 goes to Little 5 Points on alternating trips from the Candler Park and North Avenue stations as well.  Exit either bus at the intersection of Moreland and Euclid Avenue ( Zesto’s is on the corner).

  • Bus 2 travels down Ponce as well, so if you are commuting from Poncey Highland or Virginia Highland, it is a good route to take.  Just check schedules ahead of time and be sure to get on the bus with the Candler Park Station as the end destination.
  • If bus 6 is at Inman Park when you arrive from the train, you can transfer for free.  Just tap your Breeze Card.
  • There are plenty of places to eat in the area.  Vortex is known for burgers, The Porter a beer-lovers gastropub or try some food-truck style food at O.M.G. Taco.

For more information, see:
Navigating the Inman Park Station
Inman Park MARTA Station Restaurants
Inman Park MARTA Station Nightlife
5 Things to See and Do at the Inman Park Station

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MARTA to Savi Urban Market

Savi Urban Market is a neighborhood market in Inman Park, located at 287 Elizabeth Street near the intersection with N. Highland Avenue.  In addition to grocery and alcohol (plus regular tastings), there is the option to order breakfast and lunch, and choose from pre-made salads, soups, sandwiches, entrees and desserts.

The closest MARTA station is the Inman Park Station on the blue/green rail line.  You can walk to the market through the Victorian neighborhood in less than 15 minutes.  From the station, exit to the Inman Park (not Reynoldstown) side of the station.  After going down the stairs or escalator, walk straight ahead through the bus bay and cross over Hurt Street to enter Edgewood Avenue.  Walk a block and turn right on Elizabeth Street and walk another 2.5 blocks.

On weekdays, bus 3 also stops near the market on both Lake Avenue and N. Highland Avenue.  You can board bus 3 downtown and at the Five Points or Candler Park Stations. Or board bus 16 at Five Points exit by the Carter Center to walk to the market from there (see walking map).

Helpful Tips

  • The market is close to the BeltLine trail if you are adventuring on/coming from the BeltLine.
  • The walk from MARTA is pleasant, with restored Victorian homes, large trees and parks.
  • Nearby destinations to combine with your trip include Inman Perk Coffee, Dad’s Garage and the Carter Center.

For more information, see:
MARTA Trip Planning Options
Navigating the Inman Park Station
Inman Park MARTA Station Restaurants

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MARTA to Studioplex

Studioplex is a converted warehouse/loft that has residential and commercial spaces as well as an art walk once a month.  The building is located at 659 Auburn Avenue in the Old Fourth Ward neighborhood, where Auburn ends at Irwin Street/Lake Avenue on the edge of  Inman Park.  Both the Inman Park and King Memorial Stations are nearby, though it is a long walk from either station (you can get on the BeltLine outside the the King Memorial Station however).

The best bet is to take bus 3 weekdays only from Five Points or the Candler Park Station.  The bus has a stop on Irwin Street in front of Studioplex on alternating trips, otherwise the bus travels about a block away on North Highland Avenue.  If on Irwin Street, exit the bus by the railroad tracks/tall roadside tower/Serpas restaurant.  If on the alternating bus, exit at Randolph and John Wesley Dobbs Avenue (brick school on the corner).  Walk south on Randolph Street and turn left at the first stoplight, which is Irwin.  Walk about two blocks (see walking map).

For those wanting to bike or walk to Studioplex from the BeltLine trail, exit at the King Memorial Station and at street level turn right to walk away from downtown on Dekalb Avenue.  A couple blocks down will be the trail next to an apartment building.  Turn left on the BeltLine to reach Studioplex.  Total walking distance is about 1 mile.

    • Because the location isn’t very walkable from a station, bring a bike with you on MARTA and bike from the Inman Park Station.
  • You can also take bus 99 from the Georgia State Station, exiting at Boulevard and Irwin Street, but the walk isn’t the most ideal.  Be aware of your surroundings  and use caution if going this route.

For more information, see:
How to Ride MARTA Buses
Exploring the King Memorial Station
King Memorial Station Restaurants
Inman Park MARTA Station Restaurants

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MARTA to Inman Park Restaurant Week

The Inman Park Restaurant Week takes place several times per year and features prefix dinner courses at area restaurants for $15-35.  The restaurants are accessible via the Inman Park Station on the blue/green rail line and via several bus routes.  Below are the restaurants with specials Sept. 24-30.

*Accessible via bus 3 on weekdays (board at Candler Park or Five Points Station)

**Accessible via bus 6 (board at the Inman Park Station)

For more information, see:
Navigating the Inman Park Station
Inman Park MARTA Station Restaurants
Best of MARTA: Food/Drink
How to Use Google Maps for MARTA Directions

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MARTA to the Festival on Ponce

The new Festival on Ponce features local artists and acoustic music in a series of parks created by Fredrick Olmsted, Sr. .along Ponce de Leon Avenue.  The event is held in the spring and fall and also includes a children’s area and food trucks.  This event is organized by the Atlanta Foundation for Public Spaces and volunteer artists to benefit the local community including the Olmsted Linear Park Alliance and the Paideia School.

For easiest access, riders can board bus 2 at the North Avenue, Candler Park or Decatur Stations, which travels along Ponce de Leon Avenue and the festival. Another option is to take bus 6 from the Inman Park or Lindbergh Station and exit at Moreland and Ponce de Leon and walking about 10 minutes away from downtown on Ponce.

For more information, see:
How to Ride MARTA Buses
MARTA Maps
Using Google Maps for MARTA Directions

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MARTA to the BeltLine Tour

You can get a free driving tour of the BeltLine at the Inman Park Station on Friday and Saturday mornings at 9:30 a.m. and see some of the 22-mile railroad corridor that is under redevelopment for trails and transit. Take a blue or green line train to the Inman Park Station and after going through the fare gate, veer right to follow the signs pointing to Inman Park.  The shuttle picks up near the station exit.  Registration is advance is typically required.

For more information, see:
Atlanta BeltLine
MARTA to the BeltLine Eastside Trail
Navigating the Inman Park Station
Inman Park MARTA Station Restaurants

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MARTA to the BeltLine Eastside Trail

The BeltLine is Atlanta’s hopeful light-rail project that operate in a loop around intown Atlanta neighborhoods using existing rail beds.  It will also include trails, the first of which will be the Eastside Trail, scheduled to open in 2012 and run from near the King Memorial MARTA Station to Piedmont Park.

MARTA currently crosses this trail in several places.  Choose from:

  • King Memorial Station – at street level turn right and walk about two blocks along Dekalb Avenue for the south end of the trail.
  • Five Points and Candler Park Stations – board bus 3 on weekdays to reach the Eastside Trail in the Inman Park neighborhood.  If getting on the bus at Five Points, make sure the destination of the bus is to the Candler Park Station.  Exit the bus around Krog Street and Serpas.  The bus will literally go over the trail.
  • North Avenue, Candler Park and Decatur Stations – board bus 2 to connect with the Eastside Trail at Ponce de Leon Avenue and Ponce City Market.  The bus travels underneath the rail bed and a new pedestrian ramp will be created there. Exit by the huge brick building at the stoplight (across the street is Whole Foods/Home Depot).
  • Midtown Station – Bus 36 and 99 have stops next to the Eastside Trail, which runs along Park Tavern and Piedmont Park.  Exit around 10th Street and Monroe Drive by the Grady High School stadium.
  • Inman Park Station – A long walk or a pleasant bike ride, exit on the Inman Park side of the station and walk past the bus bay at street level and keep walking straight ahead on Edgewood Avenue.  Turn right on Krog Street, which is about six blocks down.  From Krog, walk another two blocks.

 

For more information, see:
How to Ride MARTA Buses
Best of MARTA: Fun/Recreation
10 Easiest Destinations to Get to on MARTA

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MARTA to the Wheelbarrow Festival

The Wheelbarrow Festival is hosted yearly by the Reynoldstown neighborhood.  Located just south of Little Five Points in the Lang-Carson Park, the festival is family-friendly and features live music, food and art.

The closest MARTA station is the Inman Park Station on the blue/green rail line.  If coming from Five Points, board an Eastbound train labeled “Indian Creek” or “Candler Park” to get to there.

From the station, the park is about a 15 minute walk south.  After exiting the fare gates, turn left to take the exit marked “Reynoldstown”.  At street level take Seaboard Avenue along the rail tracks toward downtown and turn left on Walthall Street then right on Boulevard Drive.  Keeping walking to Manigault Street and turn right (see walking map).  You can also bring your bike on the train and bike from the station.

For more information, see:
Inman Park Weekend Train Schedule
Navigating the Inman Park Station
How to Use Google Maps for MARTA Directions

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MARTA to the East Atlanta Strut

The East Atlanta Strut is a yearly music and arts festival that takes place in mid-September.  In addition to live music and art, the festival features a parade, 5K and motorcycle and car show.

The closest MARTA station to the festival/East Atlanta is Inman Park on the blue/green rail line, although you must take a bus from the station to get the neighborhood.

If you are coming from the red or gold rail lines, transfer at Five Points to the eastbound platform and get on a train labeled “Indian Creek” or “Candler Park” to reach the Inman Park station.  From there, choose from these three bus routes:

You’ll want to check the schedules ahead of time online and print out route schedules or view on your smartphone to help plan your trip. Buses park on both sides of the station — bus 4 departs from the Inman Park side of the tracks, while 34 and 107 are on the Reynoldstown side.

For more information, see:
How to ride MARTA buses
Inman Park Weekend Train Schedule
Navigating the Inman Park Station
How to Use Google Maps for MARTA Directions

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MARTA to the Emory Village

The Emory Village is located next to the Emory University campus on N. Decatur Road.  Two MARTA bus routes travel here:

  • Bus 6 departs from the Inman Park and Lindbergh Stations
  • Bus 36 departs from the Midtown and Avondale Stations

The Village features a CVS Pharmacy, Starbucks and restaurants such as Doc Chey’s Noodle House, Saba, Rise N Dine, Panera Bread and the Wonderful World of Burgers.

For more information, see:
Emory/CDC Commuter Transit Options
How to Ride MARTA Buses
How to Ride the Cliff Shuttle

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MARTA to the Taste of East Atlanta

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Thursday, July 14, 2011 is the Taste of East Atlanta, where you can sample food from local restaurants for only $1 per location.

The closest MARTA station is Inman Park on the blue/green rail line.  If you are coming from the red or gold rail lines, transfer at Five Points to the eastbound platform and get on a train labeled “Indian Creek” or “Candler Park” to reach the Inman Park station.  From there, choose from these three bus routes:

Be advised that buses park on both sides of the station. Bus 4 departs from the Inman Park side of the tracks, while 34 and 107 are on the Reynoldstown side.

For more information, see:
How to ride MARTA buses
Best of MARTA: Food/Drink
How to Use Google Maps for MARTA Directions

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MARTA to Festival on Ponce

The Festival on Ponce is a new festival in Atlanta, which will take place July 23 and 24 at the Druid Hills/Olmstead Park end of Ponce de Leon Avenue.  It will have fine and folk arts and crafts along with live acoustic music, a children’s area and local food.

There are several ways to get there on MARTA:

  • Take bus 2 at the North Avenue or Decatur Station.  Be advised that from North Avenue only every other bus travels all the way to the festival.  Board a bus with Decatur Station as the destination.
  • Board bus 6 from Inman Park Station and exit at the intersection of Moreland Avenue and Ponce de Leon (a gas station and church are on the corner).  Walk east on Ponce, away from city, to reach the festival (see area map).
  • For those more adventurous or with bikes, exit at the Candler Park Station and head north through Candler Park to reach other end of the festival, which is about 30 minutes on foot (see walking map).

For more information, see:
How to ride MARTA buses
Navigating the Inman Park Station
How to Use Google Maps for MARTA Directions

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MARTA to the Inman Park Village

The Inman Park Village is located between the Inman Park neighborhood and Old 4th Ward. It is a collection of condos, apartments, shops and restaurants. Highlights include the Inman Perk Coffee Shop, Parish, Fritti, Sotto Sotto, Pure Taqueria, Victory Sandwich and Dad’s Garage.

The area is about a 15 minute walk from the Inman Park Station on the blue/green rail line. If coming from Five Points, follow the signs to the Eastbound platform and board a train labeled “Candler Park” or “Indian Creek”.

Exit the station by following the signs to Inman Park and veer left at street level to walk along the bus bay.  Cross over Hurt Street and keep walking straight ahead on Edgewood Avenue, then turn right on Elizabeth Street and walk three blocks (see walking map).

Bus 3 also goes to the Inman Park Village from the Candler Park and Five Points stations on weekdays only.

For more information, see:
How to Ride MARTA Buses
Navigating the Inman Park Station
Using Google Maps for MARTA Directions

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MARTA to the Michael C. Carlos Museum

The Michael C. Carlos Museum is located on the Emory University campus and is full of artifacts from the ancient world.

There are two buses that travel near the museum, bus 6 and bus 36.  Bus 6 departs from the Inman Park and Lindbergh stations, while bus 36 from Midtown and Avondale.  Regardless of which bus you ride,  plan to exit the bus at N. Decatur Road and Dowman Drive/Oxford Road, which is one of the main entrances to the campus (see area map).

Keep left after entering the campus and turn right at the second street to reach the museum.

For more information,  see how to use Google Maps for MARTA directions and 10 Popular Atlanta Tourists Attractions and How to Get There on MARTA.

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MARTA to the Edgewood Retail District

The Edgewood Retail District is a walkable shopping area with restaurants, specialty shops and big chain stores such as Kroger, Target, Lowes, Barnes and Noble, Bed, Bath and Beyond and Best Buy (see area map).

The closest MARTA station is Inman Park on the blue and green rail lines.  If you are coming from the north/south rail line, you will need to exit at the Five Points station and follow the signs to the Eastbound platform.  Board a train labeled “Candler Park” or “Indian Creek” to get to the Inman Park station.

Once at the station, follow the signs pointing to Reynoldstown after exiting the fare gate.  At street level veer left and walk back up towards the rail tracks to Seaboard Avenue and turn right.  This street dead ends at the retail district about two blocks down.

You can also walk on the Inman Park side of the station, which is a little safer.  If you exit to Inman Park, turn right at street level to walk east on Dekalb Avenue.  Turn left at the interchange after Haralson Avenue and follow the ramp down and around to the right to get to Moreland Avenue.  The retail district will be just on the other side of the tunnel.

You can also board bus 4, 34 or 107 if you don’t want to walk.  It is best to avoid walking at night.

For more information, learn about navigating the Inman Park station and the best shopping destinations near MARTA.

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MARTA to BaconFest

BaconFest is annual fundraiser for Dad’s Garage Theatre Company.  The event is located in Inman Park neighborhood and is full of bacon, beer and bands.

Take a green or blue line train to the Inman Park station.  Follow the signs pointing to Inman Park after exiting the fare gates, keeping to the right.  At street level keep left and walk along the bus bay until you enter Edgewood Avenue.  Walk a block and turn right on Elizabeth Street.  Dad’s Garage is about three blocks down.

Bus 3 departs from Five Points and the Candler Park station and has a bus stop at Dad’s Garage on weekdays only,

For more information, see:
Inman Park Station Destinations
Navigating the Inman Park Station
Inman Park MARTA Station Restaurants
Using Google Maps for MARTA Directions

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MARTA to the Variety Playhouse

The Variety Playhouse at 1099 Euclid Ave NE in Little Five Points offers many types of shows, and is a 10-15 minute walk from the Inman Park Station on the blue/green rail line.  If you are coming from the red or gold line, exit at Five Points and follow the signs to the Eastbound platform and board either a Candler Park or Indian Creek train.  Once at the station and after exiting the fare gate, turn right, following the signs pointing to Inman Park.  At street level walk straight ahead along the bus bay and turn right on Hurt Street, walk a block then turn right again on Euclid Avenue.  The venue is about three blocks down on the right.

For a shortcut, you can walk through the park next to the station via The Path, but best to only do so during daylight.  To reach the PATH, turn right at street level and walk over to the sidewalk next to the fence.

For more information, see:
Navigating the Inman Park Station
Inman Park MARTA Station Restaurants
Train Schedules and Frequency
Music Venues near MARTA
Best of MARTA: Fun/Recreation

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MARTA to Cabbagetown

Cabbagetown is an intown neighborhood next to Oakland Cemetery, with Memorial Drive on the south and Dekalb Avenue/rail lines on the north (see area map).  It hosts the yearly Chomp and Stomp chili and bluegrass festival and is home to the Cotton Mill Lofts, Agave and Carroll Street Cafe.

The easiest route is to get on bus 21 at the Georgia State or King Memorial Station on the blue/green rail line, which goes down Memorial Drive.  Exit at Boulevard for the restaurants on Carroll Street, or at Powell Street for more direct access to the neighborhood park.  Another known attraction is the Krog Tunnel, which is at the northern edge of the neighborhood, and usually features event advertisements and artist graffiti.

Taking your bike on MARTA is another great option for getting to Cabbagetown.  If you exit at the Inman Park Station you’ll have direct access to a bike path on Edgewood Avenue.  Take Edgewood to Krog Street and turn left.  The ride is only about 10 minutes to the park (see bike route map).

For those who wish to walk, the King Memorial Station is the closest to the neighborhood.  It is about a 15 minute walk to the edge of the neighborhood, but a walk you’ll likely want to do in daylight.  Turn left/south onto Grant Street after exiting the station and going down the stairs.  Turn left again on Memorial Drive and walk past the cemetery to reach the neighborhood.  You’ll also walk by other restaurants en route, including Young Augustine’s, The Republic, Tin Lizzy’s, Six Feet Under, Ria’s Bluebird and Mibarrio.

For more information, see:
Exploring the King Memorial Station
King Memorial Station Restaurants
Train Schedules and Frequency

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MARTA to Target

There are several Target stores that are accessible to MARTA:

E3 Inman Park
After exiting the fare gates, turn right, following the signs pointing to Inman Park.  At street level turn right and walk east (away from downtown) along Dekalb Avenue.  At the first stop light, turn left and follow the street ramp down and around to Moreland Avenue and turn right.  The shopping center with Target will be at the second light.  You can also walk on the Reynoldstown side of the tracks, but it isn’t as safe.

N5 Arts Center
Take the free Atlantic Station shuttle from the Arts Center Station into Atlantic Station.  Exit at 17th and State Street, turn right onto State Street on the Atlantic Station shop side of the street.  Target is at the end of the street.

N6 Lindbergh
Take the northern most exit out of the station, following the signs to Morosgo Drive.  Keep walking straight ahead once you exit the station to walk down Lindbergh Lane.  Turn right onto Sidney Marcus when you come to the T.  Walk about two blocks and Target will be in a shopping center on the right.  Look for the Target sign marking a stairwell that will take you underground to the store.  Be advised that the storefront is not visible from the street as it is on the lower level of a parking deck.

NE7 Lenox
Take the main exit out of the station and walk straight ahead alongside Lenox Road.  Turn right at Pier One/Kingsboro Road , then left at the next intersection, which is Oak Valley Road.  Walk about a block and then turn right into the parking garage marked Target/Publix.  Walk straight to the back of the garage to reach Target.

N9 Dunwoody
Target is just north of Perimeter Mall.  After exiting the fare gates, turn right to walk down the corridor.  Go down the flight of stairs and turn right, then a quick left alongside the road beside Perimeter Mall.  By walking straight through the parking lot, you can reach the shopping center with Target, located at roughly at Perimeter Center West and Perimeter Center Place.

For more information, see:
Lindbergh Center Station Shopping
Buckhead Station Shopping
Best of MARTA: Retail

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MARTA to the Carter Center

The Carter Center is just outside downtown in a residential area and features a permanent Jimmy Carter exhibit as well as rotating exhibits.  There is a bus stop right next to the Carter Center, making it fairly easy to get to.  It is also about a 20-25 minute walk from the Inman Park Station on the blue/green rail line.

Via Bus
Bus 16 is the route that goes to the Carter Center, which you can board at the Five Points station on Alabama Street as well as any stop on Peachtree Street from the Five Points station north to Auburn Avenue along Woodruff Park.  You can also catch the bus about  a block away from the Peachtree Center Station (see area map).

The recommended route would be to take  a north/south line train to the Peachtree Center station and follow the signs to the Harris Street exit.  After exiting the fare gate, tap your Breeze Card and follow the signs to Peachtree Street east.  At street level, turn right to walk along Peachtree Street then make the first right onto Harris Street and walk one block to Peachtree Center Avenue.  Look for any bus stop sign on Peachtree Center Avenue and wait there for the bus.  It is best to check schedules ahead of time as routes can be upwards of 20-30 minutes apart.

Once on the bus, you can let your driver know your destination.  You will know you are getting close to the Carter Center when it looks like the bus is getting on an interstate ramp.  Once the bus goes around a large curve and enters the residential area, the stop for the Carter Center is next.  To return, you’ll have to wait for bus 16 on the opposite side of the Carter Center (see bus stop map).

Walking
The walk to the Carter Center from the Inman Park Station is very pleasant, with the option to view historic Victorian homes and parks, though the route is hilly.  Take a blue or green line train to the Inman Park Station and keep right after exiting the fare gate, following the signs to Inman Park.  At street level, turn right and walk along the parking lot to reach a sidewalk marked “The PATH”.   Turn left on the PATH and follow it all the way to the Carter Center.  The sidewalk winds through rolling hills, and you will go past a playground then cross over Euclid Avenue, Lake Avenue and N. Highland Avenue.  Keep right as the path splits beyond N. Highland.  The top of the hill in the trees is the Carter Center (see walking map).

For more information, see:
10 Popular Atlanta Tourists Attractions and How to Get There on MARTA
How to use Google Maps for MARTA Directions
Inman Park Station Restaurants
5 MARTA Buses That Go Places

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MARTA to the East Atlanta Beer Festival

The East Atlanta Beer Festival takes place in Brownwood Park, just a couple streets south of the East Atlanta Village. The closest MARTA station is Inman Park on the blue/green rail line, but you have to take a bus from the station to get to East Atlanta (about a 10 minute ride) as it is not in walking distance.

If you are coming from the red or gold rail lines, transfer at Five Points to the eastbound platform and get on a train labeled “Indian Creek” or “Candler Park” to reach the Inman Park station.  You can also park your car in the free daily lot at the Inman Park station and ride the bus (see map to get directions).  From there, choose from these three bus routes:

You’ll want to check the schedules ahead of time online or use Google Maps or the MARTA app to help plan your trip. Be advised that buses park on both sides of the station, and there is a pedestrian bridge that you can use to get to the other side if necessary. Bus 4 departs from the Inman Park side of the tracks, while 34 and 107 are on the Reynoldstown side.  It is free to ride the bus if you are transferring from the train.

Helpful Tips

  • On the return trip, if you wait at a bus stop on Moreland Avenue north of the East Atlanta Village near the Citgo gas station, you’ll have access to all three bus routes, so you can get on the first bus that arrives.
  • Nearby restaurants include the Graveyard Tavern, The Glenwood, Holy Taco, Grant Central Pizza East, Tomatillos and the Flatiron Restaurant.
  • Make sure to have a roundtrip fare (2 trips) on your Breeze Card to take the bus back to the train station.  Otherwise, you’ll need to pay the exact fare in cash, which is $2.50.

For more information, see:
How to Ride MARTA
MARTA Trip Planning
Using Google Maps for MARTA Directions
Atlanta Festival Guide (on MARTA)
Navigating the Inman Park Station

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Inman Park MARTA Station

The Inman Park MARTA Station is on the east rail line, two miles from downtown Atlanta (see area map) at 1055 Dekalb Avenue.  Area landmarks include Little 5 Points, Edgewood Shopping Center, Reynoldstown, Freedom Park/PATH trail and the Inman Park Historic District, which features turn-of-the-century Victorian mansions and Civil War markers.  The yearly Inman Park Festival is one of the largest in the city, if not the largest, and features home tours, artist market, live music and a parade.

Directions
If you are coming from the north or south rail lines, you must exit at Five Points and follow the signs to the Eastbound platform to reach Inman Park.  All eastbound trains go to this station.   The station also features large free daily parking lots on both the Inman Park and Reynoldstown sides of the tracks — good places to park if you are heading downtown to an event.  It is safer on the Inman Park side, and it is recommended to not walk on the Reynoldstown side after dark.

Buses
Buses at this station go to  East Atlanta and through Little Five Points and Emory University (see the list of bus routes).

Commute Times
It takes 6 minutes to get to Five Points/downtown and 22-42 minutes to the airport.

More Information
Best of the Inman Park Station
Navigating the Inman Park Station
Inman Park MARTA Station Nightlife
Inman Park MARTA Station Restaurants
Tips for Taking MARTA to the Inman Park Festival
5 Things to See and Do at the Inman Park Station
5 Family-friend Activities Near the Inman Park Station

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MARTA to the Inman Park Festival

The Inman Park Festival takes place the last weekend in April, and taking MARTA there is a great option as the festival is right next to the Inman Park station on the blue/green rail line (see festival map).

If you are coming from the north or south line, you must exit at Five Points and follow the signs to the Eastbound platform.  Board a train labeled “Candler Park” or “Indian Creek” and exit at the Inman Park station, which is only three stops away.

You can also park at a nearby MARTA station for a shorter commute.  Candler Park,  East Lake and Avondale all have free lots and are near Inman Park (click links to get driving directions). Additionally, for those coming around the perimeter, the H.E. Holmes station (west side) and Kensington station (east side) are near I-285 and also on the blue/green rail line.

Make sure that when you exit the station that you turn right after exiting the fare gate and follow the signs pointing to Inman Park.  It is also a short walk to Little Five Points from this station if you want to combine shopping or dining there while attending the festival.

Helpful Tips

  • MARTA bus 6 travels to the Inman Park station from the Lindbergh Center station via Lindbergh Drive, Briarcliff Road, Clifton Road and Moreland Avenue if you live in the surrounding neighborhoods, including Emory University and Virginia Highland. If you live in East Atlanta, board bus 4, 34 or 107 in the East Atlanta Village to also get to Inman Park.
  • You can also bike or walk the BeltLine Eastside Trail to the festival…a branch of the trail goes to Elizabeth Street near the skate park, which provides the most direct access.
  • Savi Urban Market is located in the Inman Park Village at 287 Elizabeth Street NE and has all your festival essentials, including water, sunscreen, band-aids, beer, coffee, ice cream and more.

More Information
Navigating the Inman Park Station
Best of the Inman Park Station
MARTA Train Schedules and Frequency
Inman Park MARTA Station Restaurants
Tips for Taking MARTA to the Inman Park Festival
5 Things to See and Do at the Inman Park Station

 

 

 

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MARTA to the Fernbank Museum of Natural History

The Fernbank Museum of Natural History is located in Druid Hills, a historic planned community of neighborhoods and parks near Emory University. Bus 2 travels to the museum from the North Avenue and Decatur Station. If coming from North Avenue, be advised that only every other bus travels to the museum.  Look for a bus labeled “Decatur Station” or ask your driver.

Once on the bus, exit at the intersection of Ponce de Leon Avenue and Clifton Road or alert your bus driver of your destination if you aren’t sure where to signal a stop.  Walk north on Clifton Road towards the golf course to reach the driveway to the museum.

Other options for getting to Fernbank include:

  • Take a blue or green line train to the Candler Park Station. Exit on to Dekalb Avenue and walk east, away from downtown.  Turn left on Glendale, right on McClendon then left on Clifton Road (see walking map).  Walking time is about 28 minutes.  This route is also good for biking, if you want to take your bike on MARTA.
  • Take bus 6 from the Lindbergh or Inman Park Station and exit at the intersection of Briarcliff/Moreland Ave. and Ponce de Leon Ave.  From there, walk east (away from the city) to Clifton Road and turn left.  Walking time is about 30 minutes (see walking map).

For more information, see:
MARTA Maps
How to Ride MARTA Buses
10 Popular Atlanta Tourists Attractions and How to Get There on MARTA

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MARTA to East Atlanta

The closest MARTA station to East Atlanta is Inman Park on the blue/green rail line, but you have to take a bus from the station to get to East Atlanta as it is not in walking distance (see area map).

If you are coming from the red or gold rail lines, transfer at Five Points to the eastbound platform and get on a train labeled “Indian Creek” or “Candler Park” to reach the Inman Park station.  From there, choose from these three bus routes:

You’ll want to check the schedules ahead of time online and print out route schedules to help plan your trip. Be advised that buses park on both sides of the station, and there is a pedestrian bridge that you can use to get to the other side if necessary. Bus 4 departs from the Inman Park side of the tracks, while 34 and 107 are on the Reynoldstown side.

If you are coming from downtown Atlanta, you can also board bus 74 at the Five Points Station, though the ride will be longer.

For more information, see:
How to ride MARTA buses
How to Use Google Maps for MARTA Directions

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MARTA to the CDC

The Centers for Disease Control (CDC) at the Emory University campus is accessible by a MARTA bus route, though is not in walking distance from a train station (see area map).

Bus 6 departs from the Inman Park and Lindbergh Center MARTA stations. This route goes completely through Emory on Clifton Road and also has a stop at the Emory Village.  Exit at Clifton and Houston Mill Road for the closest access to the CDC.

The free CCTMA Cliff Shuttle is another option.  You can board the shuttle at the Decatur Station bus bay starting at 5:30am and ending at 8pm.  The MARTA bus runs past the CDC until just after 11pm.

If you are coming from the airport, the best route would be to take any northbound train to the Lindbergh Center station and catch bus 6.  Otherwise, you will have to transfer trains at Five Points to get to the other stations.  Another option is to take the train to Lindbergh and from there take a taxi to the CDC.  There are usually taxis available outside the station.

For more information,  see:
Breeze Cards 101
Bus 6 Route Highlights
How to Ride MARTA Buses
How to Ride the Cliff Shuttle
How to Use the Google Nearby Transit App
Tips for Riding MARTA to/from the Airport
MARTA Schedules to the Atlanta Airport

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MARTA to Emory University

While Emory University is not near a MARTA station, there are three fairly easy and frequent bus routes that go to the Emory campus.

  • Bus 6, which departs from the Inman Park and Lindbergh Center MARTA station, also goes completely through campus on Clifton and North Decatur Road and has a stop at the Emory Village as well.
  • You can also ride bus 36 from the Midtown or Avondale Stations. This bus travels on North Decatur Road.

In addition to access to the university and Emory Village, the routes also provide easy access to the Schwartz Center for Performing Arts and the Marco C. Carlos Museum.

The Cliff Shuttle is a free service that offers additional free trips to Emory University, with one route connecting to the E6 Decatur station.

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MARTA to Little 5 Points

Little 5 Points is a funky commercial district east of downtown Atlanta that has numerous restaurants, bars, boutique shops and nightlife venues.  The closest MARTA station is Inman Park on the blue/green rail line, which is about a 10-15 minute walk away.

If you plan to walk,  the fastest route is to follow the signs pointing to Inman Park after exiting the station’s fare gates, keeping to the right.  At street level, turn right along the bus bay and look for the PATH sidewalk just beyond a fence.  The PATH goes through a park to Euclid Avenue, which is the first street intersection.  Turn right on Euclid and walk about two blocks to reach Little 5 Points.  If walking after dark, turn left at street level, turn right on Hurt Street then right onto Euclid.

If you are going to the Wrecking Bar, Tijuana Garage, Front Page News or  Camelis Pizza, instead of taking the PATH, continue walking straight down Dekalb Avenue (the street the runs under the station) and then turn left on the ramp down to Moreland Avenue.

Bus 6 departs from Inman Park and Lindbergh and will also get you there if you don’t want to walk.  Additionally, the new bus 2 route also travels to Little 5 from the North Avenue Station (on alternating trips) or Candler Park Station, and on weekdays bus 3 from Five Points and Candler Park.

For more information, see:
Top 5 Most Walkable MARTA Stations
Best of the Inman Park Station
Navigating the Inman Park Station
Inman Park MARTA Station Nightlife
Inman Park MARTA Station Restaurants
5 Things to See and Do at the Inman Park Station
5 Family-friend Activities Near the Inman Park Station

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