The ATL Airport District – a dynamic cluster of cities surrounding the world’s most traveled airport – delivers world-class service with an easy, authentic vibe. Just a few miles south of downtown Atlanta, the District perfectly pairs big-city amenities with small-town hospitality.
The District boasts the only convention center campus directly linked to a major airport in the country. From baggage claim, getting to the Gateway Center Campus – home to the Georgia International Convention Center (GICC) – is easy, quick, and free via the ATL SkyTrain. Six exceptional hotels within walking distance of the GICC are situated on campus with still more in development.
Inside Georgia’s second-largest convention center, planners will be wowed by the impressive all-on-one-level complex at their disposal, totaling about 400,000 ft2:
• 150,000 ft2 – nearly column-free exhibit space• 90,000 ft2 – pre-function space• 16,000 ft2 – meeting space• 40,000 ft2 – ballroom (one of metro Atlanta’s largest)• 100,000 ft2 – adjoining 5,000-seat arena
Attendees will savor the award-winning in-house catering by Proof of the Pudding @ GICC, whose imaginative chefs craft fresh, memorable dining experiences that are miles above typical convention fare.
The District offers 30+ hotels – all with complimentary airport shuttle service. With over 7,000 rooms within a 3-mile radius in hotels from the most respected lodging brands, the flexibility and options in budget and capacity are endless.
Attendees will enjoy exploring the delightful public art, unique attractions, and foodie scene of the District, where everything from Southern soul food to authentic Thai cuisine is on the menu.
District-only attractions that make great team outings include the Porsche Experience Center, the Delta Flight Museum, and Chick-fil-A’s Backstage Tour. Or soak in some local culture at the Hapeville Depot Museum before heading to one of the District’s many watering holes to toast to collaboration.
With its prime location at the doorstep of the world’s most traveled airport and an adjoined convention center campus, the ATL Airport District is truly convenient from anywhere and connected to everywhere. The dedicated CVB team is on standby to assist in making your next meeting or event a soaring success.
