What are the nearest attractions to Piedmont Park?

Attractions near Piedmont Park: Atlanta Botanical Garden High Museum of Art Atlanta Federal Reserve Bank of Atlanta

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Piedmont Park - What To Know BEFORE You Go

The basics

Since Piedmont Park is one of Atlanta’s top sights, it’s an included stop on some tours of the city, which combine key park highlights with nearby destinations. If you’re all about the plants, consider tours of Piedmont Park’s Atlanta Botanical Garden; some options include round-trip transport from your hotel. To navigate Piedmont Park on your own, make use of walking trails or cover more ground by renting a bicycle.

Things to know before you go

Piedmont Park is a great place to get exercise or relax in the city center.
Head to Lake Clara Meer to snap photos of the Atlanta skyline.
On-site picnic tables are perfect for an open-air meal.
Four park entrances are wheelchair accessible: 12th Street Gate, 14th Street Gate, Park Drive, and Charles Allen Drive Gate.

How to get there

Framed by 10th Street, Monroe Drive, and Piedmont Avenue, Piedmont Park has many entry points. The closest MARTA stations are Midtown and Arts Center, both served by the red and gold lines. A parking garage at 1320 Monroe Drive is within the park and well placed for visiting the Atlanta Botanical Garden and other top sites.

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When to get there

Piedmont Park is open daily from early until late, but unless you’re headed to a special event, the park is best visited during daytime hours. From concerts to classes, there are events scheduled year round. The morning hours are especially popular with walkers and runners, who take advantage of cooler temps for exploring a maze of paths.

Visiting the Green Market at Piedmont Park

Located at the intersection of 12th Street and Piedmont Avenue, in the southwestern corner of Piedmont Park, the Green Market is one of Atlanta’s most vibrant farmers markets. It’s held on Saturdays from the end of March through November, and you’ll find everything from locally grown fruits and vegetables to prepared foods, live music, and chef demonstrations.

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