Enjoy southern charm in College Park
Located along Atlanta's southern border and home to the world's busiest airport, College Park is a stylish city with an elegant historic district, a sleek convention center, and an eclectic array of dining spots. Add a dash of southern charm and it's easy to see why College Park vacation rentals are so popular. Whether you're looking for a home-style stay before taking a flight or are hoping to enjoy a family getaway away from the hubbub of downtown Atlanta but still within touching distance of hotspots such as Centennial Park and the Georgia Aquarium, these rentals hit the spot.
Sightseeing in and around College Park
Do you want to discover attractions to see while you're in the area? Venture out of your vacation home and experience everything that College Park has to offer. These are some of the most popular attractions to put on your list, all within 30 miles (48.2 km) of the city center:
- Six Flags Over Georgia (9.8 mi / 15.8 km)
- Zoo Atlanta (7.1 mi / 11.4 km)
- Porsche Experience Center (2.9 mi / 4.6 km)
- East Lake Golf Club (10.5 mi / 16.9 km)
- Georgia Renaissance Festival (10.7 mi / 17.3 km)
- College Park Golf Course (0.8 mi / 1.3 km)
Explore unique neighborhoods in College Park
Time spent exploring the unique neighborhoods that surround College Park vacation rentals is time well spent. Get a feel for the city's past by heading to its urban historic home district, the 4th-largest district of its kind in Georgia. Expect to find examples of Craftsman, English Tudor, and Federal Revival homes, all neatly arranged around an elegant main street dotted with boutique stores and delicious dining spots. In nearby Hapeville, a firm favorite in the ATL Airport District, whimsical public art and a historic downtown art walk gives an artsy edge to a further helping of local culture.
Choose your favorite season in College Park
With temperatures hovering around the low 80s, summer in College Park can feel hot, hot, hot. It's perfect weather for attending some of Atlanta's many outdoor festivals, not least the popular Summer Beer Fest, or cooling down at Six Flags Over Georgia's Hurricane Harbor, although if you prefer things just a little cooler, stays in May or September can be a good bet. Winters can be significantly colder than other seasons but they are typically far from brutal. Snow is a rare event and there are some great deals to be found on College Park vacation rentals.
Find glorious green spaces near College Park
It won't prove too tricky to get a nature fix during a stay in a College Park vacation rental. Most homes are within a quick drive of beautiful Piedmont Park, a 211-acre space where features include Lake Clara Meer and sweeping views of midtown Atlanta. Adjacent to the Park is the Atlanta Botanical Garden, where highlights such as the Rose Garden, the Kendeda Canopy Walk, and the Fuqua Orchid Center jostle for top spot. If you prefer your nature a little wilder, Sweetwater Creek State Park, within 30 minutes of most rentals, serves up hiking trails through fields, forests, and rocky bluffs.
How to get to and around College Park
The nearest airport is in Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL), located 0.9 mi (1.4 km) from the city center. If you can't find a flight that works for your travel itinerary, you could book a flight to Atlanta, GA (FTY-Fulton County), which is 9.4 mi (15.2 km) away.
You can get around College Park by jumping on the metro at College Park Station, GICC/Gateway Center Station or Airport Station.