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    Ada S.

    Bob Callan trail is a great trail that stretches miles and miles, I walked on the bike trail instead of the walking trail. There's some inclines but nothing crazy. Nice paved path and dog friendly !

    Katrina G.

    I cannot believe this trail has been here the whole time I've stayed in this area. This is one of my favorite trails. They have several entrances and parking areas for this trail. It is so peaceful walking on this trail, they do have areas to sit throughout the trail. If you are in the area I definitely recommend it. Beautiful views and clean.

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    Robin S.

    All but about 0.45 miles of what is called the Bob Callan trail (e.g. on Google maps) is actually the Rottenwood Creek trail in the Chattahoochee River National Recreation Area - West Palisades unit. Only the last, northern bit is Bob Callan. Together, the two form a continuous 1.8 mile multi-use walking, running and biking path. The path can be accessed from parking lots at either end. The southern one is the very large lot off Cobb Pkwy that serves the West Palisades NRA unit while the northern one is a small (a dozen spaces) unmarked lot off North Interstate Pkwy just to the north of the I-75/I-285 interchange. The path is wide, paved and moves up in elevation from south to north. Particularly with the NRA part of the path, it's a very enjoyable walk. Rottenwood Creek is scenic and the area where the creek, the river and I-75 overpass intersect is pretty cool. Also cool is the intersection of the path, the creek and I-285 at the transition from NRA trail to Bob Callan trail. The path bridges the creek in a spot where the water runs over a lot of rock, creating a minor waterfall if the water's running hard.

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    Charles B.

    I have been hitting this trail at least once a week for the past 6 months, and I STILL love it! The views are great, it's quiet, it's not overcrowded, it's very clean, and is an all-around great outdoor experience. What you'll see: - In addition to great views, you'll encounter many friendly bikers, walkers, and runners (no motor vehicles allowed). Note: In the early mornings (6 AM to 10 AM), some dog owners like to run/walk with their dogs unleashed, so if this is a problem for you, hit the trail a little bit later. - Among the wildlife, other than the extremely commonplace Atlanta fauna, on rare occasions you'll see: chipmunks, blue herons, rabbits, beavers, deer, moles, rats, and snakes. When I would hit the trail daily, I would see 1 or 2 of these a week and they never came close to me. -Part of the trail runs alongside the Chattahoochee, and so people will fish or simply sit by the water. You can also bring your boat/skid to the end of the trail for access to the river. - Though the summer is just starting, during the winter and the spring, I did not have an issue with gnats or other bugs pestering me while outside. - If you're looking for flowers, you won't find too many here. But if you love water, there is plenty of it! Including a waterfall towards the Strayer University building. - This trail is directly accessible for many of the apartment complexes in the area (e.g. Rosemont Vinings Ridge, Vinings Palisades, etc...) and is definitely a perk for moving to these complexes. All in all, I highly recommend this trail for anyone looking to have a nice run, walk, or biking session outdoors!

    Trailhead marker of the Bob Callan Trail.
    Charlie B.

    I love this trail so much I added it to yelp! And yes that is my dog in the picture. Bob Callan Trail is attached to the Rottenwood Creek Section of the Chattahoochee River National Recreation Area. I love the rise in elevation on this trail, and the fact that its paved as opposed to muddy. There are plenty of local places for me to run my dog that leave us both in need of a dip in the river afterward, so Im pretty stoked to have this option close by. In the CRNRA there is paid parking, however on the Bob Callan side of things there is a free parking lot. SCORE!

    One of many bridges here.
    Jerry T.

    Finally a first! Bob Callan trail is one of my favorite spots to run for a few reasons. First and foremost it's very easy to get to. It's right at 75 and 285 on interstate pkwy north. You can pull in to the right near Strayer and park for free. From there you can walk down onto the trail. Which brings me to my second point. It's beautiful. I get so tired of running in between buildings that I love to come up here and get lost in the woods. You start out on a paved path that runs along a tributary for the Chattahoochee. The trail follows that river, crossing over it a few times via bridges like the one I attached, until you reach the Chattahoochee. It's about 1.8 miles from the trail-head to the hooch. From there you can take a number of dirt paths off into the forest. I usually head straight north and follow the river. Just look out for mountain bikers if you are on foot. They haul a size-able amount of ass through here. If you live anywhere convenient to 75 it's a very easy ride and a great place to run and clear your head.

    Melissa H. P.

    I thought East Pallisades Trail was the Best ITP, but this 1 takes the cake! Btw the pics of the path I followed (as there are many branch offs) is the 1 that begins at Bob Callan Trail parking lot, & heads "SOUTHWARD" along Rottenwood Creek which eventually joins into Chatt. Also why I love this trail is because it switches up terrain several times; in addition to inclines. GREAT For Dogs bc every .25 miles, there is a easy way down to the river, has beach sand and is shallow for pups to play in, if they get hot. Total mileage for this route (& not forking off any point to another extension of the trail), is: 4 miles round trip and ends in Akers Park near Cumberland

    Ashley N.

    I would bet money that this is the best trail in Atlanta. Approximately 3.8 miles. Half is pretty hilly the rest completely flat. Walk/run along creeks, waterfalls, and the Chattahoochee river!

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    One of our favorite local trails! We've come here with grandparents, pets, and always bring friends.

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    Great place to walk, run and ride. Connects with other Chattahoochee trails. There are also some great restaurants along the way.

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    Rottenwood Creek is scenic and the area where the creek, the river and I-75 overpass intersect is pretty cool.

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    MARTA - West End Station - W End

    MARTA - West End Station

    3.4(9 reviews)
    12.1 miWest End

    There's a saying that "West End is the best End." I'm not sure if that extends to the MARTA station…read morebut the area is very underrated though. Let's dive into it. West End has a parking lot - probably the biggest parking lot too within the proximity of Downton Atlanta. I occasionally park at West End MARTA to attend sporting events. West End is also one of the stations my local bus stops at. So I'm more likely to frequent it for that reason as well. Especially if I have a North/Southbound journey to make. West End Station is local to West End Mall, Lee+White mixed use development, Wren's Nest (an underrated Atlanta landmark and staple), the Westside Beltline, and the Atlanta University Center to name a few. The station itself isn't the cleanest. I've witnessed people handle their business is various ways around the West End property. The smell is a dead give away as well. But that's neither here nor there. Generally speaking, safety is ok at West End. A few pan handlers and gray market salesman may approach but none of them usually mean any harm. Lighting in the parking lots could be better overall. The lighting is dim in the area further away from station. There is a farmer's market every now and then at the station. I've bought a few things. But I usually find myself on the way to work or not heading home so I don't typically buy stuff at the market. There's also a soccer field on the Southside of the station. It looks like an artificial grass surface that's roughly the size of a basketball court. Don't usually see people playing on it though. Last thing. The view looking north while on the boarding platform is nice. One of the best views of the football stadium and south part of Downtown Atlanta.

    This station is one of the ones that the train goes above ground which makes it great when there's…read moregood time because it doesn't have that depressing effect. It's a really big station and a lot of lights at night. No screens to have an idea of when the next train is coming. The wall sculpture is outside in the south entrance and very original and different from other stations.

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    MARTA - West End Station
    MARTA - West End Station

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    City of Atlanta - In the metro area on Avondale Ave. is Agnes Scott College, a private liberal arts college, possibly for smart earthy-crunchy young women

    City of Atlanta

    3.5(72 reviews)
    11.5 miDowntown

    There is a lot to love about Hot Lanta and a lot to dislike about Hot Lanta. Back when, Atlanta was…read moreone of the few cities that offered platform tennis (aka paddle tennis) courts. Primarily, a northern state sport, the National Championships are played in Philadelphia. Atlanta had several courts, and they were always fun to play on! The Atlanta Lawn Tennis Association (ALTA) had, when I played, a hard copy membership book that was at least twice the size of my hometown's (Huntsville AL) phone book! Atlanta is full of talented tennis players! As a baseball fan, it amazes me that I have never been to an in-person Braves game, EVER! Atlanta is only a 4.5-hour drive from our house. Favorites in Atlanta are the High Museum and the nearby Lowe Gallery. Must sees are the Martin Luther King Jr., birth home, and the Martin Luther King, Jr. Center for Nonviolent Social Change, and Little Five Points. Must eats are anything Ray's Restaurant Group. This means (my favorite) Ray's on the River (go for Sunday brunch and enjoy their live jazz and raw oysters!), Ray's in the City (Peachtree Street), and Ray's at Killer Creek (Alpharetta). And on the other end of the spectrum, a hot dog at the Original "The Varsity" at 61 North Avenue, Atlanta, GA. After all, it is known as "the world's largest drive in." Family owned since 1928, you'll be greeted with "What'll ya have....what'll ya have?" Personal Atlanta drawbacks for me are the traffic and the fact that my car (which was a minivan mind you, which begs the question "why??") was stolen from a nice hotel at which I was staying! About to meet colleagues to go to an Indian food restaurant, my minivan, which was parked in the nice hotel's parking garage was gone!! Long story short, having my vehicle stolen not too awfully far from home, and the fact my brother was in Atlanta at the same time and gave me a ride home, worked to my advantage. The minivan was recovered (thank you APD) and driven to Huntsville for me to pick up. I asked for the keys and the driver said, "Do like I do, use a screwdriver." It all worked out.

    Atlanta is a bustling city. Its claim to fame is being the home to the 1996 Olympic Games. It is…read morealso the capital of the State of Georgia ad the 38th most populous US city. The city is home to TNT and Coca Cola. It is also a major airline hub for Delta Airlines. It is also a focus city for low-cost carriers like Frontier Airlines, Spirit Airlines, and Southwest Airlines. Some of the city's major attractions include the Georgia Aquarium, Coca Cola World, the Atlanta Botanical Garden, the Atlanta Zoo, Centennial Olympic Park, Martin Luther King, Jr. National Historical Park, Fox Theater, College Football Hall of Fame, the Jimmy Carter Presidential Library and Museum, SkyView Atlanta, and the National Center for Civil and Human Rights. Some famous people from the city include Glays Knight (be sure to check out her restaurant), TI, Martin Luther King Jr, John Lewis, Jeff Foxworthy, Cam Newton, Chris Tucker and Spike Lee. Atlanta has the same issues that you find in most major cities including homelessness and crime. The city has an expensive public transportation system including busses, trains, cabs and ride shares. It should be noted that traffic in the city can be horrid at times. The roads can turn into parking lots during rush hour or accidents. There is always something to do in the city and it is home to the NFL Atlanta Falcons, who play in the Mercedes Benz Dome, The NBA Atlanta Hawks, who play in State Farm Arena, and the MLB Atlanta that play in Truist Park. The city is home to the annual Peach Drop. The city has tons of parks to visit. I loved strolling along the Beltline. I secretly like this city. It is full of personality and Southern Charm. I enjoyed my few times there. I will admit, I hate flying through there though because the airport is a nightmare to navigate. All and all, this city has a lot to offer and makes a great family destination spot.

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    City of Atlanta - Bank of America ("the pencil") replaced Citizens & Southern ("the Tootsie Roll") on the same site adjacent to MARTA's North Ave. station

    Bank of America ("the pencil") replaced Citizens & Southern ("the Tootsie Roll") on the same site adjacent to MARTA's North Ave. station

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    City of Atlanta - So today was meet & question the Mayor Day at work.   If you haven't already meet the City of Atlanta Mayor and my Department Director/Team.

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    So today was meet & question the Mayor Day at work. If you haven't already meet the City of Atlanta Mayor and my Department Director/Team.

    The Wren's Nest - Original room from the 1800s

    The Wren's Nest

    3.9(19 reviews)
    11.7 miWest End

    We did this tour as part of the month-long (during March) Phoenix Flies set of tours. Hence it was…read morefree, though I believe the Wren's Nest does offer tours year round for a fee. This place has a somewhat special significance for me. I first toured it (I think) as a child in the 1970s. However, its importance extends further back than that. My father lived in the area in the late 1920s and attended school about a block away. Even then, this was a library / museum. I'm fairly sure he would have seen this as a roughly 9-year old. It is rare to have a family connection like that to a specific museum... We arrived for the tour and were seated in one of the front rooms. The guide gave an overview of Joel Chandler Harris and the property. She also noted when it became a museum, etc. I will pause here and offer my opinions on the owner / author. I understand why Disney chose to withdraw 'Song of the South' from distribution. On the other hand, it makes me sad that what is being lost is (in some respects) the collective wisdom of the generations of Africans and slaves whose oral history this represents. Do I think that Disney's cartoon is as good way to represent this? No. Do I think that the oral histories had valuable lessons, amassed over countless generations, to communicate to the present day? Yes. The fundamental concepts of things like 'the tar baby' or 'the briar patch' are universal and timeless. To cancel the ideas via cancelling the stereotypes does (in my opinion) a disservice to the past generations whose stories these were. The lessons themselves are *so* instructive and applicable to everyday situations. It would have been fantastic had Joel Chandler Harris donated some % of his proceeds of the Uncle Remus Stories to some sort of foundation to assist descendants of those from whom he heard the stories. That he did not choose to, though, should not invalidate the wisdom of the stories themselves. It disrespects the original storytellers, IMO. Anyway... The house tour covers the entire ground floor. This was expanded from an original small farmhouse to include multiple bedrooms for Harris' expanding family. I also enjoyed some of the architectural details (especially some of the wallpaper) and the sculptures related to the stories. They even had some tobacco containers in the shape of hares and foxes. I think this is a highly worthwhile tour, whenever you opt to take it. They do have parking on site along the side of the house.'

    Visiting the Wrens Nest is like a step back in time. For me, being a Black Woman, this is NOT…read morealways the experience I want to have. However I must give this owner a rating and kudos on their care in preserving the family history and opening this venue to up to the community. This venue has an awesome backyard "amiptheater" / stage and sound booth which features many music artists throughout the year. Annually we are hosted and attend the Historic West End Neighborhood Concert. This year we heard Vivian Green! The backyard is lovely, offering "just enough" lighting for romantic table settings or grass picnics while enjoying music. Its treated for pests/insects and is like an oasis (very quiet)away from the busy main street of Ralph David Abernathy Blvd. The venue, now has ample parking with the use of a stripped and renovated lot next to the neighboring church. Look out for several Jazz series hosted during the late summer/fall. A billboard notice is usually posted on their grounds, facing the street with the announcements. This is an inclusive space, however some of the rocky paths make it hard to walk, or use a wheel chair. Note: Do not wear stilettos!

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    The Wren's Nest - Guests enjoying a performance by Gwendolyn Napier, one of our fantastic storytellers.

    Guests enjoying a performance by Gwendolyn Napier, one of our fantastic storytellers.

    The Wren's Nest - The Wren's Nest on a beautiful spring day.

    The Wren's Nest on a beautiful spring day.

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    Mercedes-Benz Stadium - In front of Mercedes-Benz Stadium

    Mercedes-Benz Stadium

    4.1(463 reviews)
    10.9 miDowntown

    My family and I recently went to a Monday Night Football game at Mercedes-Benz Stadium. The inside…read moreis modern and fan-friendly. Indeed, the state-of-the-art architecture, including the retractable roof, 360-degree scoreboard, and excellent sightlines from most seats. We found the restrooms accessible on each level. A variety of food choices are available at each concourse level. Use the stadium's interactive concession map (available on the Mercedes-Benz Stadium app or official website listings), which shows all food vendors by section -- including vendor type symbols that mark vegan, vegetarian, and gluten-friendly options. At ATL Fan Fare healthier options include Buffalo cauliflower wraps and vegan hot dogs. and salads. The ATL Grill offers a portobello mushroom burger. Mercedes-Benz Stadium partners with local Atlanta restaurants to bring authentic city flavors into the venue, often at prices comparable to the actual restaurants so you're not just eating stadium food, you're tasting Atlanta. My niece enjoyed Hibachi at so:ko:me and my sister and enjoyed a burger at Atl grill. There are many well-known restaurants like Moe's Fox Bros Williamson Brothers, Big Dave's cheesesteaks, Chick-fil-A, etc. available as well as dessert and beer places. The stadium has many escalators to get to your seats and handrails when climbing if you have seats that are far up in your section. The seats themselves are comfortable but the walking aisle is narrow. If you sit near the middle of a row know that you will have to stand to let others in and out of your row. Because if inflation and rising ticket prices, the best non premium seats are in the 200 level: 210-213, 236-239) . These seats offer the best balance of price and viewing. However, if you are on a budget good seats can be had in the upper 300 level: (310-313, 336-339) . These sections offer a good view of the huge Halo board for play replays and interactive games provided by stadium staff during the game. Here are a few tips to make sure your game day experience goes well: Most fans recommend taking MARTA rail (Blue/Green lines) to the GWCC/State Farm Arena or Vine City stations, which drop you right at the stadium. It avoids heavy parking traffic and costs. If you must drive, reserve your spot through apps like ParkMobile ahead of time to guarantee a lot and avoid congestion. Independent apps like Prked can also rent private driveways near the stadium and save time. Avoid bringing large bags -- clear, small bags only are allowed, and having none gets you through security faster. Download the Official Atlanta United / Mercedes-Benz Stadium app to find your seat, locate food & restrooms, see points of interest, and even mobile order concessions. In short, Mercedes-Benz Stadium offers a fan-friendly experience with excellent transit access, affordable food, electric supporter culture, and nearby entertainment options, making it one of the top sports venues to visit in the U.S.

    I was in town for a football game and was excited to for the experience here. Parking was a breeze…read moreas was getting to the Home Depot Backyard lot for tailgate. Great performances and experience. The stadium was all the way live. Whoever is in charge of keeping the crowd hype was doing their job. The food for me was just okay. Not many options for people with allergies but the prices were decent. Overall great experience here.

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    The GHSA

    Mercedes-Benz Stadium - MB Stadium

    MB Stadium

    Mercedes-Benz Stadium

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    Centennial Tower

    Centennial Tower

    3.0(3 reviews)
    11.0 miDowntown

    I've worked out at this tiny gym for years and love the convenience! It's located at the bottom…read morelevel of Centennial Tower and requires access card. The cost is around $19.99/month and worth it for those that are in the building. It's rarely ever packed! There are no personal trainers, no classes and nobody to harass you for personal training. What they have on the gym floor: 4 treadmills (2 crappy, 2 really nice), row machine, 4 bikes, 3 ellipticals, barbells from 5lb to 90lbs, 1 bench, 1 leg press machine, 1 bicep machine, 1 preacher bench and curl bar, free weights, squat machine, fly machine, quad machine, yoga mats, water fountain, gym towels, one TV, 2 adjustable benches and one pulley system for triceps/biceps. Basically, everything you need minus ab machines. I love that they have hand towels for working out. The other plus is the locker room facilities. They provide razors, shaving cream, deodorant and showering towels. The lockers are ok and could use some upgrading. They have two showers and a sit down shower in the men's room. There are also two bathrooms stalls. Blower dryer and shoe shiner provided. This facility is not ideal for those that need weekend workouts (limited hours Saturday and not open Sunday). However, I highly recommend for those that have time to workout during the week and know how to do their own fitness plan!

    Our company moved into this building at the beginning of the year. The building is fairly modern in…read morethe lobby and the building employees are always friendly and courteous. There is a lounge area with a pool table and big screens that is an added bonus. If you have to work in downtown Atlanta, this building has great proximity to Mercedes Benz Stadium, CNN Center, State Farm Arena etc. My only minor complaint is that it seems the elevators can be slow at times.

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    Centennial Tower - Super Bowl Advertising

    Super Bowl Advertising

    Centennial Tower
    Centennial Tower

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