Atlanta Getting there & around

Getting around

The Metropolitan Atlanta Rapid Transit Authority (Marta; 404-848-4711; www.itsmarta.com; fare $2.25) rail line travels to/from the airport to downtown, along with a few less-useful routes used mostly by commuters.

The Atlanta Airport Shuttle (404-524-3400; one-way tickets $16.50-20.50) also transports passengers to hotels all over the city in a nine-passenger shuttle (from 6am to midnight). The shuttle and car-rental agencies have desks in the airport situated at the baggage-claim level.

Driving in Atlanta can be infuriating. You’ll often find yourself sitting in traffic jams, and it’s easy to get disoriented – a road map is invaluable.