Throughout the years, Atlanta has become the entertainment, sports and cultural center of the South as millions of visitors converge upon it each year to experience its diverse attractions, culture and entertainment offerings.

Why has Atlanta become a hot spot for culture and entertainment? Simply stated, Atlanta has more restaurants, professional sports teams, entertainment venues and cultural attractions than any other city in the Southeast. And many of these attractions are within minutes of the Loudermilk Center.

Local Information
Atlanta is accessible with 80 percent of the United States' population within a two-hour flight of the city. From the heart of downtown, visitors can easily reach metropolitan Atlanta's many attractions, entertainment venues, restaurants and neighborhoods in a short car ride.

Golf
From scenic mountain courses to challenging Scottish-style links, the metropolitan Atlanta area offers a diverse array of golf experiences. Ask your Conference Coordinator about scheduling a golf outing in conjunction with your event at the Loudermilk Center, or visit www.accessatlanta.com for more information on local courses.

Hotels
A comfortable place to rest your head is easy to find in Atlanta. With more than 80,000 hotel rooms in the metro area, you can choose from cozy bed-and-breakfast inns, elegant hotels, luxurious resorts or affordable family weekend stays. Most of the hotels are conveniently located near great shopping, exciting sporting events, or within walking distance from the cities greatest attractions.

Please feel free to call us for hotel recommendations.

Shopping
Products from around the world can be found in Atlanta, the shopper's paradise of the Southeast. From shopping malls to outlet centers, neighborhood shops to internationally known art galleries, antique treasures to the latest products in fashion, technology and design, Atlanta has something for everyone.

Special Events
From world-class sports teams and venues to cultural and recreational attractions, Atlanta is the mecca of the South for special events and festivals. Sports fans cheer on their favorite teams in state-of-the-art facilities such as Turner Field, the Georgia Dome, Atlanta Motor Speedway, and Philips Arena. In addition, hundreds of parks, theaters, museums, galleries and concert halls play host to countless cultural and recreational events throughout the year.