Midtown is a popular business and entertainment district north of downtown.

About Midtown Atlanta

Midtown Atlanta is the city\'s vibrant cultural core, stretching along Peachtree Street from North Avenue to roughly 17th Street. The neighborhood is anchored by the Woodruff Arts Center complex, which houses the High Museum of Art, the Alliance Theatre, and the Atlanta Symphony Orchestra — making it the South\'s premier arts destination.

Piedmont Park, Midtown\'s 200-acre green heart, is where Atlanta exercises, relaxes, and celebrates. The park hosts major events including the Dogwood Festival, Music Midtown, and Atlanta Pride — one of the largest LGBTQ+ events in the Southeast. The Atlanta Botanical Garden adjacent to the park features stunning seasonal displays and a canopy walk above the forest floor.

The neighborhood has experienced explosive growth, with gleaming residential towers, co-working spaces, and chef-driven restaurants transforming the streetscape. The Beltline\'s Eastside Trail — a converted rail corridor that\'s become Atlanta\'s most popular walking and cycling path — passes through the eastern edge of Midtown, connecting it to Ponce City Market and the Old Fourth Ward. Crescent Avenue and surrounding streets offer some of Atlanta\'s best restaurant options, from acclaimed Southern cuisine to internationally inspired concepts.

Nearby Landmarks

High Museum of Art Piedmont Park Fox Theatre Atlanta Botanical Garden

Transport Options

Taxi

Cost $35-45
Time 25-40 minutes

Follow "Taxi" signs at arrivals. Queue at official taxi stand. Metered fares, no need to negotiate.

Rideshare (Grab/Uber)

Cost $25-35
Time 25-40 minutes

Ground Transportation Center

Train (MARTA Red/Gold Line)

Cost $3
Time 25 minutes
Frequency Every 10-15 minutes

Step-by-Step Directions

Take MARTA Gold Line from Airport Station to Midtown Station

Quick Comparison

Option Cost Time Best For
Taxi $35-45 25-40 minutes Convenience, groups, heavy luggage
Rideshare $25-35 25-40 minutes Budget-conscious, app users
Train $3 25 minutes Budget, avoiding traffic

Good to Know

Late Night Transport

MARTA runs until about 1:00 AM. Midtown is one of Atlanta's most active nightlife areas, so Uber and Lyft are readily available late into the night. A taxi from the airport costs approximately USD 32-35. After MARTA closes, Uber/Lyft from the airport to Midtown typically costs USD 25-40. The Midtown MARTA station area is safe and well-lit.

Luggage Tips

MARTA to Midtown station puts you right on Peachtree Street with elevator access to street level. Most Midtown hotels are within walking distance of the station. The neighborhood is flat and walkable with rolling luggage. For hotels near Piedmont Park, it's a 10-15 minute walk east from the MARTA station.

Accessibility

Midtown MARTA station and Arts Center station both have elevators and are fully ADA accessible. The Beltline trail is paved and wheelchair friendly. Piedmont Park has accessible paths and restrooms. The High Museum is fully accessible. Midtown's newer development means most sidewalks meet modern ADA standards with curb cuts and crosswalk signals.