While you are visiting Georgia Tech, we encourage you to schedule time to explore the great city of Atlanta. Below are some of the many ways to explore Atlanta prior to or after your Georgia Tech visit!
Atlanta is home to historical and groundbreaking attractions, and many of them are about a mile from campus! If you want to explore some of the top activities in Atlanta, start with the World of Coca-Cola to learn more about the history of the soft drink company, which is headquartered in Atlanta. Within the same plaza, you can make a stop by the Georgia Aquarium, which is the largest aquarium in the United States. If you want to learn more about the Civil Rights Movement and human rights across the world, you should visit the National Center for Civil and Human Rights next door to the aquarium.
For visitors that want to spend some time outdoors, recommendations include exploring the Beltline, a walking and bike path around the city. Other outdoor activities include exploring the Atlanta Botanical Gardens or enjoying Piedmont Park, both of which frequently host events that promise fun for the whole family.
If you are a sports fan, stop by the College Football Hall of Fame or watch the professionals play at an Atlanta Braves baseball game, an Atlanta United soccer game, or an Atlanta Hawks games while you're in town.
You definitely won’t go hungry while you are here in Atlanta, we’re a renowned foodie city! Ponce City Market is a great place for the whole family to find options that they like with the Ponce City Market Food Hall having over 20 different options to choose from! There are many great options for BBQ and southern comfort food for you to enjoy. Chattahoochee Food Works is another food hall near campus, with 31 vendors offering everything from bao buns to Italian cuisine. Looking for something more specific? Check out this list of restaurant recommendations and explore the dining experiences Atlanta has to offer.
With over 18,000 undergraduate students and more than 500 student organizations, there is always something happening on Georgia Tech’s campus. While you spend time on campus, make sure to give yourself some extra time outside of your scheduled visit to explore on your own.
Once you know when you are planning to visit campus, make sure to check out the Campus Calendar to see what else might be happening and open to the public. With 17 NCAA Division I sports teams, there is a good chance you might be able to attend a home sporting event and cheer on the Yellow Jackets.
During the academic year, you can find many clubs and organizations tabling on Tech Walkway, and on Wednesdays, you can grab a bite to eat from local restaurants or purchase goods from student artists at the Community Market. There are many great dining options to try while you are on campus. Some popular highlights include the Student Center Food Court, North Avenue Dining Hall, and Brittain Dining Hall. If the weather is nice, be sure to check out the on-campus food trucks.
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We look forward to seeing you on campus! If you have any questions regarding visiting campus, please contact us at admission@gatech.edu or 404.894.4154 during normal business hours.
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