Top 10 Neighborhood Parks Near MARTA Stations

With social distancing, closed venues and cancelled events across Atlanta, getting outside in nature is one of the few activities to enjoy. If you’re riding MARTA rail (or driving or biking) here are the top parks you can visit that are all less than a 10-minute walk from a train station. To keep the list […]

MARTA stations with the most and least crime in 2019

Atlanta is fortunate to have a transit system that has a low crime rate. In fiscal year 2019, the rail station with the most reported crime had only 33 incidences — over the entire year. And four stations only had one crime each. See the list below to view MARTA stations ranked in terms of […]

Top 10 MARTA Stations for Tourists

If you’re planning a trip to Atlanta and intend to ride the train to avoid driving in the city, there’s plenty to see and do without a car. However, not all MARTA stations are in hot spots with things to see and do. To help you decide where to go, here is a list of stations […]

7 Safest Atlanta Neighborhoods Near MARTA Stations

Atlanta neighborhoods aren’t equal when it comes to crime. If you’re planning to buy a home or looking for place to rent, knowing which areas are safer than others can help you narrow down your choices. See below to explore Atlanta’s safest neighborhoods that are also convenient to MARTA stations for greater peace of mind at home and […]

Tips for Taking MARTA to the Inman Park Festival

One of Atlanta’s largest festivals, the Inman Park Festival and Tour of Homes takes place the last weekend in April in the historic Inman Park neighborhood. Several streets are closed to make room for the sprawling artist markets, multiple live music stages and the Saturday parade. MARTA is a great option for getting to the […]

MARTA Stations With Parking

MARTA parking is available at most train stations, with free daily parking for commuters or choose from nine stations that provide overnight parking for $5 or $8 (view long-term parking options). See the list below for all stations with parking to get directions and plan your trip. North Atlanta/North Georgia For commuters traveling on Ga. 400 and from neighborhoods such as […]

MARTA to Maddox Park

Maddox Park is a medium-sized park at 1115 Donald Lee Hollowell Parkway NW, directly across from the Bankhead MARTA station. The park has basketball and tennis courts, playground, swimming pool and the future BeltLine trail. There are plans to update and enhance the park along with the development of the BeltLine. To get to Maddox Park, get on a westbound Bankhead […]

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MARTA to the BeltLine Eastside Trail

The BeltLine is a rails to trail project that encircles intown Atlanta neighborhoods. The Eastside Trail stretches from Piedmont Park south to Memorial Drive and is the largest BeltLine segment complete at this time. MARTA currently crosses this trail in several places. Choose from: King Memorial Station Take a blue or green line train to […]

MARTA to the Candler Park Music and Food Festival

The Candler Park Music and Food Festival is a 10-minute walk away from the Edgewood/Candler Park MARTA station and features two days of music performances. Tickets are required for entry, and a VIP option is available. MARTA Directions Take a blue or green line train to the Edgewood/Candler Park MARTA Station (green line only travels […]

Stations

There are 38 MARTA train stations on four rail lines. View information on each station to get addresses, parking and area information, nearby things to see and do, schedules, bus connections and more. Not sure where to start? We recommend: Safest stations in 2019 Top stations for tourists Top stations for locals MARTA stations with […]

MARTA to the Inman Park Festival

The Inman Park Festival takes place the last weekend in April next to the Inman Park MARTA station on the blue/green rail line. There’s a large parade on Saturday at 2 p.m. and all weekend long you can enjoy music on several stages and a large artist market in the historic Victorian neighborhood. There are several ways […]

Neighborhood Markets Near MARTA

Shopping at neighborhood markets is a great way to support local businesses and get outside as you walk, bike, ride a bus or take a train to reach them. It is especially important to support them now in order to keep these great resources from closing. Plus, you can avoid large crowds in the bigger, […]

MARTA to City Winery

Atlanta’s City Winery is a bar, restaurant and performance venue at 650 North Avenue, which is on bus route 899 and next to Ponce City Market. In addition to live music, enjoy special events including the Atlanta Winter Wine Festival, jazz brunches and comedy shows. Bus Directions Bus 899 travels between the King Memorial and […]

Super Bowl 2019: 5 things to know about MARTA service

Super Bowl 2019 is fast approaching. Fans will be descending on Atlanta, so expect traffic unless you opt to ride MARTA. Here’s what you need to know about schedules, commute options, parking and more over Super Bowl weekend. 1. Pre-Game and Protect Your Fare If possible, buy fare for the entire Super Bowl weekend before […]

Iconic Atlanta food near MARTA

Want to make the most of your trip to Atlanta? Be sure eat at one of the city’s iconic food spots or enjoy cuisine that Atlanta does best, including soul food, barbecue, Asian and American gastropub. Here are the top restaurants to check out that are in walking distance of MARTA stations for a car-free […]

9 places to exercise near MARTA

If you’re looking for a new gym or are motivated to improve your fitness, make exercise by easy by combining it with your MARTA commute. Several gyms and fitness studios are a short walk from rail stations, and your walk to and from the train is a great way to warm up. See the list […]

CityPass Atlanta: Best MARTA itineraries

If you are planning to check out Atlanta’s major attractions and museums, CityPass is a way to prepay for admission tickets and get a discount on the places you already planned to visit. Combined with commuting on MARTA while in the city, you can save money by avoiding a car rental fees and cost of […]

MARTA to Cheese Fest Atlanta

Cheese Fest Atlanta in an annual fall event with over 100 small producers of fine artisan cheeses and specialty foods from around the world. Near the BeltLine Eastside Trail and the North Avenue MARTA station, the festival takes place in the Historic Old Fourth Ward Park and features unlimited food samples, live music and cash bars […]

10 Must-Eat-At Restaurants Near MARTA

One of Atlanta’s hidden treasures is the food. You can’t walk far without stumbling into a great restaurant, and fortunately, satisfying Southern cuisine abounds. If you’re commuting on MARTA, here are the top restaurants near rail stations that we would recommend to friends and family based on our personal favorites and restaurant ratings. Note: Restaurants […]

Breakfast and Brunch Restaurants Near MARTA

In Atlanta, brunch and breakfast restaurants are all over the city — and many are also near rail stations. So if you’re hankering for eggs, grits and other morning staples, grab your Breeze card and take your pick of these Atlanta breakfast spots near MARTA. Buckhead At the Buckhead MARTA station on the red line, choose from three […]

Relay Bikes Near MARTA

Relay Bike Share is Atlanta’s bike sharing program with bright blue bikes docked at locations around the city. You can pay as you go by the hour or sign up for a monthly plan with a set amount of daily ride time. Things to Know The bikes closest to MARTA are next to the West End, Garnett, Five […]

Blue Line

MARTA’s blue line travels east and west through downtown Atlanta (see map), with stops in Decatur and Inman Park. It’s a great rail line for access to many residential areas, sports arenas, downtown jobs, tourist attractions and hip nightlife. Note that green line trains travel on the same tracks as blue line trains, so make […]

Breakfast and Brunch Restaurants Near MARTA

In Atlanta, brunch and breakfast restaurants are all over the city — and many are also near rail stations. So if you’re hankering for eggs, grits and other morning staples, grab your Breeze card and take your pick of these Atlanta breakfast spots near MARTA. Buckhead For a quick meal, the Highland Bakery and the Corner Bakery […]

Transit-Friendly Housing for Atlanta College Students

Back to school for local college students often involves finding housing. Luckily, many of Atlanta’s universities are located near transit, providing an opportunity for students to save money by not having a car. See below for a list of some of Atlanta’s schools and recommended areas to look for off-campus housing that’s close to transit. […]

Apartments

Searching for an apartment in Atlanta? Explore Atlanta apartments and other rentals near MARTA stations for a transit-accessible lifestyle. For additional information and planning, view our neighborhood guide. Near MARTA (10 minutes or less walking distance from a station) Jump to Location: Downtown| Midtown | Buckhead | Northeast | Perimeter | East | West | South Atlanta Downtown Downtown […]