Atlanta Travel Resources. Apps, Maps, Emergency Contacts

Digital Resources

Modern travel has a strong reliance on digital tools for planning and getting around.

Essential Apps for Your Trip

MARTA On The Go
Official app for Atlanta's public transit, providing real-time information.
Uber / Lyft
Ride-sharing for on-demand travel throughout the city.
Google Maps / Apple Maps
Useful for directions, local businesses, and points of interest.
ParkMobile
A way to pay for street parking in various Atlanta areas.
OpenTable / Resy
Restaurant booking platforms for popular dining spots.

Useful Websites & Platforms

Food Delivery Apps
Order meals from local restaurants directly to your lodging.
Review Platforms
Review local businesses for recommendations on dining and shops.
Atlanta.net
The official tourism site, with details on attractions and events.
Itsmarta.com
Public transit details, including maps, schedules, and fares.
AtlantaGa.gov
Official city government site with information on services.

Community & Insights

Social Media Accounts

Follow accounts for city updates.

BeltLine Updates

Stay updated on events and art on the BeltLine.

Podcasts & Local Content

Audio insights into the city's happenings.

Print Resources

Guidebooks & Maps

Fodor's Essential South
Moon Atlanta
Street Maps
National Park Service (MLK Jr. NHP)

Cultural & Historical Reads

"Gone With the Wind" by Margaret Mitchell
"The Color Purple" by Alice Walker
"Where Peachtree Meets Sweet Auburn" by Gary Pomerantz
"An American Childhood" by Annie Dillard

Local Publications

Magazines

Atlanta Magazine

Alternative Weeklies

Creative Loafing

Safety & Emergency Information

Emergency & Contact Information

Emergency Services

Police, Fire, Medical: 911
Poison Control: 1-800-222-1222
Non-Emergency Police: 404-614-6544

Medical Facilities

Major Hospitals

Grady Memorial Hospital
Emory University Hospital Midtown
Piedmont Hospital

Urgent Care Clinics

Peachtree Immediate Care
Piedmont Urgent Care
Numerous other locations

Document Procedures

Lost Passport

Report loss/theft to local police.
Contact your country's embassy or consulate.
Seek assistance for emergency travel documents.

Lost Credit Cards

Call your bank immediately.
Use the emergency number on their website.
Prevent transaction flags.

Natural Disaster Protocols

Tornado Warnings

Seek shelter in an interior room.
Go to the lowest floor of a sturdy building.
Stay indoors during severe thunderstorms.
Follow local news and emergency alerts.

Visual & Audio Content

Historical Films

Driving Miss Daisy (Atlanta setting).

Civil Rights Focus

Selma (MLK Jr. Legacy tie-in).

Modern Atlanta

Atlanta (FX TV series, cultural portrayal).

Emergency Planning

Save emergency numbers to your phone before travel. Also, note your embassy or consulate's location and contact information in case of lost documents.

Further Learning

Online Communities

Reddit Forums

R/Atlanta
Ask specific questions and get local input.
R/AtlantaTourism
Find discussions and advice from other travelers.
General Travel Forums
Discover various discussions and advice.

Music & Art Immersion

Atlanta Hip-Hop

Explore artists like OutKast and Ludacris.

Local Art Scene

Discover galleries on the BeltLine and Castleberry Hill.

Literary Ties

Engage with works by local authors.

International Assistance

Consulate Information

Many countries have consulates in Atlanta.
Check your government's website for details.
Look for contact details for nearest consulate.
Examples: Canada, Mexico, Japan.

Language & Dialect

Local Speech Patterns

Engaging with the local accent.
Learning colloquialisms for fun.
A unique cultural aspect to appreciate.
English is the main language.

Additional Tip

Share positive feedback for local businesses online. This supports the community you visited.

Atlanta Travel Resources