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- BUCKHEAD: This is the wealthiest, hippest and most fashionable area of Atlanta. North of Downtown and Midtown, most of the trendiest clubs, restaurants and shopping can be found here, as well as the most expensive homes. Buckhead is home to both Lenox Square and Phipps Plaza, the two shopping meccas of Atlanta. A drive down Tuxedo Road will take you by the Governor's Mansion as well as several other impressive, opulent homes.
- DECATUR: This lovely section of town has stood since the Civil War. With idyllic tree-lined streets, wonderful downtown shopping and plenty of restaurants, Decatur provides a great neighborhood feel combined with the convenience of being near downtown. A 20-minute drive from the center of the city.
- DOWNTOWN: Awash in office towers and major hotels, Downtown is a familiar haunt for business professionals. In recent years, it has also proven increasingly attractive to folks in pursuit of big-city life, who take advantage of its restaurants, coffee shops, lofts, and condos. While the 1996 Olympics served to ramp up interest in the area, Downtown has come into its own as a destination for work and for play. Notable sights in the vicinity include Centennial Olympic Park, MLK Jr. National Historic Site, Underground Atlanta, Turner Field, and the State Capitol.
- DRUID HILLS: The homes in Druid Hills are well known for their grace and beauty. The homes were designed by the same man who designed the layout of Central Park in New York City. Tours through the area, which run just under two hours, offer a view of the grand homes as well as additional information about several properties in the area.
- GRANT PARK: A lovely community with 1920s- and 1930s-style bungalows, spacious Victorian homes and plenty of historic charm. In the center of the neighborhood lies Grant Park, home to Zoo Atlanta and the Cyclorama. Everything is connected with brick sidewalks perfect for an evening stroll. Just southeast of Downtown and east of Turner Field; south of Interstate 20.
- INMAN PARK: A quaint neighborhood east of Downtown and near Decatur, this area is full of wonderful early 20th century homes along tree-lined streets. Founded in 1891, this is the oldest planned community in Atlanta. Nearby is Little 5 Points, a trendy area of funky restaurants and eclectic second-hand shops that is popular among neohippies and Gen-Xers.
- LITTLE FIVE POINTS: Little Five Points is a key destination for locals and travelers thanks to its bustling nightlife scene, performance venues like the Main Stage and, of course, the much-anticipated Halloween parade. Located south of Freedom Park.
- MIDTOWN: Although it offers skyscrapers and fine hotels, Midtown is much more diverse than business and lodging would suggest. Culture boasts a strong presence, thanks to museums, arts centers, and theaters, but nightlife also plays a role, and some of the city's best clubs grace Midtown's streets. Piedmont Park, at nearly 200 acres, provides a welcome greenspace for residents and pets, and fabulous restaurants are a standard as well. Plus, Atlanta's gay community is well-represented in the neighborhood. Notable attractions include the Fabulous Fox Theatre, the High Museum of Art, the Atlanta Botanical Garden, and the Margaret Mitchell House and Museum.
- PONCEY-HIGHLAND: Located east of Midtown and south of buzzing Virginia Highland, this neighborhood is known for being home to Freedom Park, legendary hangouts like Manuel's Tavern and the Righteous Room, and Babbette's Cafe, a top Atlanta brunchery.
- ROSWELL: Roswell yields a good glimpse at the lifestyle of of "Old Atlanta." The district features several notable homes as well as attractions like the Chattahoochee Nature Center and the Smith Plantation.
- SWEET AUBURN: The name of this neighborhood refers to Auburn Avenue, which is the main artery of the area. A thriving center of black enterprise from the 1890s through the 1940s, this section east of Downtown is well-known for being the birthplace of Martin Luther King, Jr., and the place where the Southern Christian Leadership Conference began. Now, artists have adopted the area as a place to work and live. Be sure to visit the African-American Panoramic Experience (APEX) Museum.
- VIRGINIA HIGHLAND: This chic neighborhood near Midtown boasts beautiful 1920s and1930s homes that have been renovated and updated. Many of Atlanta's top restaurants and bars are located along tree-lined Highland Avenue, and it is second only to Buckhead for evening activities. This section manages to combine the thriving growth and excitement of Buckhead with a friendly, charming vibe. Travel down Highland and you'll discover pockets of restaurants, bars and interesting specialty stores scattered along the way. Near Piedmont Park.
- AIRPORT AREA
- ATHENS
- AUSTELL
- BRASELTON
- BUFORD HIGHWAY
- DAHLONEGA
- DUNWOODY
- EAST ATLANTA
- EMORY
- HIRAM
- KENNESAW
- LAKE LANIER ISLANDS
- LAWRENCEVILLE
- LILBURN
- MARIETTA
- NORCROSS
- NORTH DRUID HILLS ROAD
- NORTHEAST ATLANTA
- PEACHTREE CITY
- PEACHTREE HILLS
- PINE MOUNTAIN
- REYNOLDSTOWN
- SANDY SPRINGS
- SMYRNA
- SOUTHSIDE
- STONE MOUNTAIN
- VININGS
- WESTSIDE
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