JOURNEY TO ATLANTA
A Global Gateway to the Beautiful Game
Atlanta is one of the most accessible FIFA World Cup 2026™ host cities in the world, thanks to Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL). Known as the busiest airport in the world, ATL connects fans directly with nonstop flights from more than 150 U.S. cities and over 70 international destinations. Upon arrival, visitors are just 20 minutes from downtown via MARTA rail, with plenty of rental cars, shuttles, and rideshare options available to get them where they need to go quickly and easily.
WHERE TO STAY
Atlanta, the epicenter of soccer in the U.S., offers hotels for every kind of FIFA World Cup 26™ fan. From boutique spots in Midtown to upscale Buckhead properties, trendy hotels near Ponce City Market, and major downtown towers close to the stadium, booking early means securing the best rates.
WHAT TO EXPLORE
From world-class attractions to rich cultural history, Atlanta offers something for every fan beyond the pitch. Downtown visitors can explore Centennial Olympic Park and its surrounding landmarks, including the Georgia Aquarium, World of Coca-Cola, and the College Football Hall of Fame. Just east of the stadium, the Atlanta BeltLine and Ponce City Market provide vibrant corridors for dining, shopping, and nightlife, while historic sites like the Martin Luther King Jr. National Historical Park highlight the city’s legacy of civil rights and community. For those eager to see more of Georgia, day trips to Stone Mountain, the wineries and trails of the North Georgia mountains, or even the coastal charm of Savannah showcase the state’s diversity and beauty.
EXPLORE THE CITY WITH EASE
WALKING
Downtown and Midtown are walkable, with pedestrian-friendly corridors like Centennial Park District and the Atlanta BeltLine
Rideshare/Shuttles
Uber/Lyft and fan shuttle services for matchdays
BIKES + SCOOTERS
Available citywide, especially on the BeltLine and near stadium areas.
MARTA
Rail and bus system connecting the airport, downtown, Midtown, and Buckhead, with stations near Mercedes-Benz Stadium.
Stadium Access
GWCC/CNN Center Station (Blue/Green Line)
Closest stop to Mercedes-Benz Stadium
Vine City Station (Blue/Green Line)
Also right by the stadium
AIRPORT Access
Airport Station (Red/Gold Line)
Directly inside Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport
DOWNTOWN
(HOTELS & ATTRACTIONS)
Five Points Station (Red/Gold + Blue/Green Lines)
Central hub, connects all four MARTA lines, near hotels and attractions
Peachtree Center Station (Red/Gold Line)
Walkable to many downtown hotels, Centennial Olympic Park, and attractions
MIDTOWN
(NIGHTLIFE & CULTURE)
Midtown Station (Red/Gold Line)
Access to restaurants, nightlife, Piedmont Park, and boutique hotels
Arts Center Station (Red/Gold Line)
High Museum, Alliance Theatre, Woodruff Arts Center
BUCKHEAD/UPTOWN
(HOTELS & ATTRACTIONS)
Buckhead Station (Red Line)
Shopping and hotels in Buckhead
Lenox Station (Gold Line)
Lenox Square Mall
Lindbergh Center Station
(Red/Gold Line)
Buckhead corridor, transfer hub