Car Rental Atlanta Airport

Parking in Atlanta

• Paid parking is available 24 hours a day at the airport, with access to both domestic and international terminals by shuttle bus service or foot.
• In Downtown Atlanta, parking is relatively affordable with plenty of spaces available both on-street and in parking garages.
• Street parking is payable by meter, credit card or app payments.

Traffic in Atlanta

The roads in Atlanta can get very busy in peak times. This is usually between 7am and 10am in a morning, then from 3.30pm to 7pm in the afternoon/evening.

How to get from Atlanta Airport to Downtown

Reach Downtown Atlanta in about 20 minutes from leaving Atlanta Airport.

1.      Exit the Rental Car Center.
2.      Join the Interstate 85 heading north.
3.      Follow the I-85 and Metropolitan Parkway south west.
4.      Head on to Whitehall Street south west in Atlanta
5.      Follow Peachtree Street into the heart of Downtown Atlanta.

Roads and freeways

Main routes in Atlanta

Three Interstate highways serve Atlanta:

• Interstate 85 (I-85) runs from Alabama to Petersburg in Virginia.
• Interstate 20 (I-20) runs east to west from Texas all the way to South Carolina, passing through the states of Louisiana, Mississippi, Alabama and Georgia.
• Interstate 70 (I-70) also passes through Atlanta, running east to west from Utah to Maryland.

Atlanta to Nashville

To reach Nashville from Atlanta, head out of the city along the I-75 north and then take the I-24 west into Tennessee. It takes around four-hours to arrive in Nashville.

Atlanta to Savannah

The coastal city of Savannah is just three and a half hours drive away from Atlanta, Leave the city heading south east along the I-75 and then take the I-16. Stop off in Macon to make an adventure out of the trip.

The best things to see and do in Atlanta

Brush up on your civil rights history

From the birthplace of Martin Luther King Jr to the APEX museum and the Centre for Civil and Human Rights, a visit to Atlanta is an education in the complex history of the Civil Rights Movement.

Visit the world of Coca-Cola

A homage to the world-famous sugary drink, the World of Coca-Cola (GA 30313) is a must-visit for all tourists heading to Atlanta. Coca-Cola was invented here in 1886, and the interactive museum is dedicated to the brand’s epic journey through all things fizzy.

Take a trip to the aquarium

Reef sharks, exotic fish and incredible Beluga whales await at the Georgia Aquarium (GA 30313) – the largest one in the northern hemisphere. Be amazed by the wonders of the underwater world at this attraction that’s a perfect fun and educational day out for families.

Where to eat in Atlanta

Bones restaurant

Atlanta’s premier steakhouse is the perfect place to tuck into Georgia’s juiciest cuts of meat. Locally sourced produce means you’re in a for a real feast at this Atlanta favorite – be sure to book ahead as it’s popular with locals and tourists alike.

Park Tavern

Give your taste buds a real treat on a trip to the Park Tavern. Boasting an impressive outdoor terrace and an eclectic menu, choose from fresh sushi, gourmet burgers and pub classics.

The Pig and Pearl

Prepare for a taste sensation at the Pig and Pearl, with freshly shucked oysters, wild caught shrimp and delicious cuts of meat on the menu every day. It’s the perfect place to go all out and experience the true taste of Atlanta.

Where to stay in Atlanta

The Best Western Atlanta Airport-East

Situated just four miles away from the airport, the comfortable Best Western Atlanta Airport-East hotel (GA 30354) boasts an outdoor swimming pool, free parking and is just 20 minutes’ drive away from the center of Atlanta.

Hyatt Regency Suites Atlanta Northwest

Based 23 miles away from the Airport, the Hyatt Regency Suites Atlanta Northwest (GA 30067) is stylish and welcoming with a fitness center and large outdoor pool, offering close access to north Atlanta’s attractions.

The Doubletree Hilton Atlanta

Modern, chic and contemporary, the Doubletree Hilton Atlanta is just a two-minute drive away from the Interstate 85 making it ideal for exploring all Atlanta has to offer.

Atlanta’s Best Day Trips

The coastal town of Savannah

Savannah boasts quaint boutique shops, gorgeous green spaces such as Forsyth Park and wonderful historic museums.

The Georgia Museum of Art

Fill up on cultural delights at the state’s largest and most impressive art museum based in Athens, Georgia. The Georgia Museum of Art (GA 30602) hosts an array of 19^th and 20^th century American paintings, with 25 temporary exhibitions from up and coming artists every year. Paid parking is available at the nearby Performing Arts Center.

Chattanooga

Hip and trendy, Chattanooga is quickly becoming one of Georgia’s star attractions. Hosting tons of trendy bars and restaurants, this chic city is just a half an hour drive away from Atlanta and is known for being one of the greenest cities in the south.