What's the surrounding area like?

The area immediately around Piedmont Park is largely residential. But it's only a mile to downtown Atlanta where you'll have all the entertainment you could ask for.

What is there to do during the day before the concert?

If you are going to spend some time in Atlanta before or after your event at Piedmont Park, here's a little inspiration for some fun things to do.

Six Flags Over Georgia

Get your adrenaline pumping with a day at the theme park when you head over to Six Flags Over Georgia. The 290-acre site has a number of white knuckle thrill rides and roller coasters.

Georgia Aquarium

Come face to face with a huge whale shark and take in some of the huge array of marine life at the state aquarium.

Zoo Atlanta

This zoo is one of just four in the USA with giant pandas! But even if pandas aren't your thing, there are hundreds of other animals to see at Zoo Atlanta.

Where are the best places to eat near Piedmont Park?

Mediterranean Grill

The Mediterranean Grill restaurant's Atlanta location prides itself on fuss-free dining. Head here for a casual bite to eat, featuring tasty Mediterranean inspired food in a laid back setting. The best part is that by cutting back on all the frills and focusing on the food, this place offers up very reasonable prices.

The Nook on Piedmont Park

Tater tots, salads and sandwiches are featured on the menu at the Nook, another reasonably priced dining option. The Nook also claims to make the "best Bloody Mary you've ever had."

Kiri Rice Bar

For something a little lighter, this Korean and Japanese fusion rice bar is a great spot for grabbing a pre-event bite to eat.

Is there anything else visitors to Atlanta should know?

A lot of the Atlanta area is pretty hilly, so if you're planning to get out and about on foot to take in the sights, make sure you've packed comfortable footwear.

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What's the best way to get to Piedmont Park?

Both Midtown and Arts Center MARTA stations are within a few blocks of Piedmont Park. Visitors are encouraged to take public transportation to events here.

If you're staying at one of the hotels near Piedmont Park, you can probably walk easily to your event, and venue management also encourages cycling.

You can also drive (although management encourages you not to) and with a location just a mile away from Downtown Atlanta, it's pretty easy to find.

Does the venue have WiFi?

Yes! There is on-site access to free public WiFi networks.

Is there any parking?

There is very limited parking in the vicinity. The SAGE parking lot (operated by Atlanta Botanical Garden) has some spaces, and there are other parking lots in the area with limited space. At the SAGE parking lot, prices run from $1 up to $15 depending on the length of your stay.

How much is food and drink in the venue?

Piedmont Park has its own Park Tavern. There you can expect to pay from $9 upwards for a sandwich and from $7 for a glass of wine. Park Tavern also offers some limited draft beers for $1 when it rains. Hey, beer can make the weather seem better!

Any other important information I should know?

Piedmont Park is a beautiful, natural location for events and the management wants to keep it that way. There is no glass allowed inside the park at any time and while you are permitted to bring alcohol in for some events, you should check the specifics of your particular event before arriving.