Explore Atlanta on Transit
Explore destinations and things to do near the Arts Center MARTA station.
Music Midtown is a large Atlanta music festival held in Piedmont Park near the Midtown MARTA station and the Arts Center MARTA station on the red and gold rail lines. MARTA, bicycle or Uber/Lyft are the recommended commute options due to large crowds and limited parking. See below for car-free travel options and check out the 2019 Music Midtown … Continue reading MARTA to Music Midtown
Built between 1904 and 1930, the Ansley Park Historic District is a neighborhood known for its large stately homes on winding, tree-lined streets just a few steps away from bustling Midtown Atlanta. There are several parks in the area with beautiful gardens, water features and playgrounds, plus easy access to a golf course and the Atlanta Botanical Garden. … Continue reading MARTA to Ansley Park
Colony Square is a mixed-use development in Midtown Atlanta that includes offices, retail, restaurants and residences at 1197 Peachtree Street near the Arts Center MARTA station on the red/gold rail line. In addition to a food court, Colony Square also has a variety of services including a dry cleaner, nail salon, gym, Aveda Salon and barber. Take the … Continue reading MARTA to Colony Square
The Big Game Pregame Party Feb 1 & 2
The Marriott Suites Midtown is on the red and gold rails at 35 14th Street near the Arts Center MARTA station. The hotel is in a desirable Midtown location and has an indoor/outdoor pool, full-service suites, meeting space and a direct train connection to Hartsfield-Jackson International Airport. Directions Take a red or gold line train (northbound … Continue reading MARTA to Marriott Suites Midtown
Feria Latina is a festival celebrating Latin culture and features live music, arts and crafts and more each spring near the Arts Center MARTA station. Take a red or gold line train to the Arts Center MARTA station and follow the signs to the buses/15th Street exit. From there, get on the free Atlantic Station shuttle or … Continue reading MARTA to Feria Latina
The Atlanta Fulton County public library system has several libraries near MARTA stations. See below for directions to the branches closest to transit. Central Library Atlanta's central library is conveniently located across the street from the Peachtree Center MARTA station on the red and gold rail line. Follow the signs to the Ellis Street exit after getting off the … Continue reading MARTA to Atlanta Fulton County Public Library
The Buckhead Theatre is at 3110 Roswell Road, closest to the Buckhead MARTA station on the red rail line. Concerts and special events are held at the venue throughout the year. MARTA Directions Take a red line train to the Buckhead MARTA station. Transfer at Lindbergh Center MARTA station from the gold to red if … Continue reading MARTA to the Buckhead Theatre
There are several Target stores that are in walking distance of MARTA train stations. View locations and transit directions below to plan your trip. Lindbergh Center Rail Line: Red and GoldWalking Time: 10 minutes Follow the signs to Morosgo Drive to exit the station and walk on Morosgo Drive toward the MARTA Headquarters building. Walk … Continue reading MARTA to Target
Atlanta's W Hotel Downtown, W Hotel Midtown and W Hotel Buckhead are all within walking distance of train stations, with easy rail commutes to and from the Atlanta airport. Even if you aren't staying at one of the hotels, be sure to check out the regular events open to the public including WET Deck pool … Continue reading MARTA to the W Hotel Downtown/Midtown/Buckhead
Memorial Day Weekend
The Dogwood Festival takes place in Piedmont Park each April near the Midtown and Arts Center MARTA stations. Enjoy a large artist market, live music, disc dog competition and children's area at this historic event -- the first festival took place in 1936 after a city-wide planting of Dogwood trees. Festival shuttles are available at … Continue reading MARTA to the Dogwood Festival
The Center for Puppetry Arts is at 1404 Spring Street NE, a 7-minute walk away from the Arts Center MARTA station. In addition to performances, the museum also has several exhibits, including a large college of Jim Henson's Muppets. MARTA Directions Take a red or gold line train to the Arts Center station Follow the signs … Continue reading MARTA to the Center for Puppetry Arts
Atlanta's Amtrak Station at 1688 Peachtree Street is closest to the Arts Center MARTA station on the red and gold rail lines. The station services the Crescent line, which travels to cities including New Orleans, Washington D.C. and New York City. Walking Directions Walking time is about 20 minutes to Amtrak from the Arts Center MARTA station. Follow the … Continue reading MARTA to Amtrak
Atlantic Station is a mixed-used development with retail stores, restaurants, movie theater, grocery, gym, residences and office buildings on 17th Street, closest to the Arts Center MARTA station on the red and gold rail lines. Outdoor movies, live music, festivals and other events are regularly scheduled, and you can also view the Bodies Exhibit here. Perks … Continue reading MARTA to Atlantic Station
The Atlanta Botanical Garden is at 1345 Piedmont Avenue, closest to the Arts Center MARTA station on the red and gold lines. In addition to the gardens themselves, there are regular events, including Cocktails in the Garden, art installations and the summer Concerts in the Garden series. Things to Know Walking time is about 25 minutes from the … Continue reading MARTA to the Atlanta Botanical Garden
Piedmont Park is one of Atlanta's largest public parks near the Midtown MARTA station and the Arts Center MARTA station on the red and gold lines. Many events and festivals take place in the park including the Dogwood Festival, Atlanta Jazz Festival, Piedmont Park Arts Festival, Atlanta Street Food Festival, Pride Festival, Atlanta Ice Cream Festival and Music Midtown. … Continue reading MARTA to Piedmont Park
The Woodruff Arts Center is next to the Arts Center MARTA station at 1280 Peachtree Street NE. The center includes the High Museum of Art, Alliance Theatre and Symphony Hall. Don't miss the many shows and events that take place here for children and adults. MARTA Directions Take a red or gold line train to … Continue reading MARTA to the Woodruff Arts Center
