Alyssa's Guidebook
My Fav ATL Neighborhoods
Virginia–Highland (often nicknamed "VaHi") is an affluent neighborhood of Atlanta, Georgia, founded in the early 20th century as a streetcar suburb. It is named after the intersection of Virginia Avenue and North Highland Avenue, the heart of its trendy retail district at the center of the neighborhood. The neighborhood is famous for its bungalows and other historic houses from the 1910s to the 1930s. It has become a destination for people across Atlanta with its eclectic mix of restaurants, bars, and shops as well as for the Summerfest festival, annual Tour of Homes and other events.
185 locals recommend
Virginia-Highland
Virginia–Highland (often nicknamed "VaHi") is an affluent neighborhood of Atlanta, Georgia, founded in the early 20th century as a streetcar suburb. It is named after the intersection of Virginia Avenue and North Highland Avenue, the heart of its trendy retail district at the center of the neighborhood. The neighborhood is famous for its bungalows and other historic houses from the 1910s to the 1930s. It has become a destination for people across Atlanta with its eclectic mix of restaurants, bars, and shops as well as for the Summerfest festival, annual Tour of Homes and other events.
Little Five Points
Inman Park
Historic Fourth Ward Park
680 Dallas St NEVinings
15 mins outside of Atlanta
Smyrna
Atlanta suburb, home of the new braves stadium!
For the Foodie in You
Local restaurants that will tickle your tastebuds and make you return the next or sometimes same day! Trust me 🍽️
Slim & Husky's Pizza Beeria
1016 Howell Mill RdThe concept focuses on grilled proteins and "gustos," flavor profiles in the form of sauces, fresh vegetables and fruits, and fresh garnishes. Gusto's menu offers build-your-own salads, rice bowls, sandwiches, and wraps, plus a selection of house-made combinations.
8 locals recommend
gusto! Ponce
782 Ponce De Leon Ave NEThe concept focuses on grilled proteins and "gustos," flavor profiles in the form of sauces, fresh vegetables and fruits, and fresh garnishes. Gusto's menu offers build-your-own salads, rice bowls, sandwiches, and wraps, plus a selection of house-made combinations.
Sushi! Sushi! Sushi! it's so good and a must see local, walkable spot steps from anywhere in VA-Hi!
18 locals recommend
Ocean Wave
820 North Highland Avenue NortheastSushi! Sushi! Sushi! it's so good and a must see local, walkable spot steps from anywhere in VA-Hi!
An authentic Mexican restaurant offering free parking, a full bar, a rooftop patio, vibrant decor, and outdoor seating (pet-friendly).
15 locals recommend
La Hacienda
900 Monroe Dr NEAn authentic Mexican restaurant offering free parking, a full bar, a rooftop patio, vibrant decor, and outdoor seating (pet-friendly).
Sweet Auburn Seafood
171 Auburn Ave NEUrban Grind
962 Marietta St NWLe Petit Marche
1984 Hosea L Williams Dr NEAtlanta Breakfast Club
249 Ivan Allen Jr Blvd NWNegril Village Atlanta
800 North Avenue NEPurple Corkscrew Wine Shop & Tasting Room
32 N Avondale RdSublime Doughnuts
535 10th St NWCamiCakes Cupcakes
4338 Paces Ferry Rd SEbest cup cake shop around town!
SluttyVegan ATL
1542 Ralph David Abernathy Blvd SWvegan burgers that will leave you wanting more!
The Juicy Crab
3650 Marketplace BlvdGet the combination spicy level
Local Green Atlanta
19 Joseph E. Lowery Blvd NWdelicious vegan spot
Ms. Iceys Kitchen & Bar
1371 Clairmont RdGood food.
Soul Crab ATL
3725 Main StMust see... the sights!
The last stop on this BeltLine tour of the Eastside Trail takes us to Atlanta’s mixed-use development, Ponce City Market. What’s not to love about the former Sears, Roebuck and Co. and Atlanta City Hall facility that now houses mouth-watering dining options, serious cocktail action, retail shops, living space and the cherry on top in Skyline Park’s rooftop digs for sprawling views of ATL and carnival games galore.
56 locals recommend
Gateway Trail
The last stop on this BeltLine tour of the Eastside Trail takes us to Atlanta’s mixed-use development, Ponce City Market. What’s not to love about the former Sears, Roebuck and Co. and Atlanta City Hall facility that now houses mouth-watering dining options, serious cocktail action, retail shops, living space and the cherry on top in Skyline Park’s rooftop digs for sprawling views of ATL and carnival games galore.
The Krog Street Tunnel is a tunnel in Atlanta known for its street art. The tunnel links the Cabbagetown, Reynoldstown, and Inman Park neighborhoods. It is very popular among cyclists, and is proposed to be used as part of the BeltLine, for bicyclists and pedestrians to cross Hulsey Yard.
162 locals recommend
Krog Street Tunnel
1 Krog St NEThe Krog Street Tunnel is a tunnel in Atlanta known for its street art. The tunnel links the Cabbagetown, Reynoldstown, and Inman Park neighborhoods. It is very popular among cyclists, and is proposed to be used as part of the BeltLine, for bicyclists and pedestrians to cross Hulsey Yard.
Martin Luther King, Jr. National Historical Park
450 Auburn Ave NEPiedmont Park
501 Amsterdam Ave NEEntertainment
Atlanta's first urban winery, intimate music venue, restaurant, bar, and private event space.
140 locals recommend
City Winery Atlanta
650 North Avenue NEAtlanta's first urban winery, intimate music venue, restaurant, bar, and private event space.
High-energy, late-night, 21+ gathering place featuring guest DJs, dance parties & live bands.
110 locals recommend
MJQ Concourse
736 Ponce De Leon Ave NEHigh-energy, late-night, 21+ gathering place featuring guest DJs, dance parties & live bands.
The ROOF at Ponce City Market
675 Ponce De Leon Ave NEKaya Vineyard & Winery
5400 Town Creek RdJoystick Gamebar
427 Edgewood Ave SEThe Plaza Theatre is an Atlanta landmark and the city’s longest continuously operating movie theatre.
40 locals recommend
Plaza Atlanta Theater
1049 Ponce De Leon Ave NEThe Plaza Theatre is an Atlanta landmark and the city’s longest continuously operating movie theatre.
Landmark's Midtown Art Cinema
931 Monroe Dr NEVariety Playhouse
1099 Euclid Ave NEAtlanta Braves
2065 Circle 75 PkwySunTrust now Truist Ballpark, home of the Atlanta Braves!
iFLY
2778 Cobb Pkwy SEindoor sky diving facility
Fox Creek Golf Course & Driving Range
1501 Windy Hill Rd SEGolf course and Range
Mercedes Benz Stadium
1 AMB Dr NWLake Lanier Islands
Atlanta Botanical Garden
The Prado NortheastGeorgia Aquarium
225 Baker St NWSoulCycle PCMK - Ponce City Market
650 North Avenue NEShopping
Ponce City Market is a mixed-use development located in a former Sears catalogue facility in Atlanta, with national and local retail anchors, restaurants, a food hall, boutiques and offices, and residential units.
1228 locals recommend
Ponce City Market
675 North Avenue NEPonce City Market is a mixed-use development located in a former Sears catalogue facility in Atlanta, with national and local retail anchors, restaurants, a food hall, boutiques and offices, and residential units.
Ponce City Farmers Market
For Keeps Bookstore
171 Auburn Ave NEHip chain that buys, sells, trades trendy vintage & used clothing & accessories for men & women.
7 locals recommend
Buffalo Exchange
1057 Ponce De Leon Ave NEHip chain that buys, sells, trades trendy vintage & used clothing & accessories for men & women.
Atlanta's House of Henna
1083 Euclid Ave NEThe Pink Nail Society
4450 Hugh Howell RoadThis hip, retro music shop offers new & used CDs & DVDs, plus gift items like; books, cards, pins, home decor, T-shirts & incense. they even have vegan eats!
Moods Music
1131 Euclid Ave NEThis hip, retro music shop offers new & used CDs & DVDs, plus gift items like; books, cards, pins, home decor, T-shirts & incense. they even have vegan eats!