Atlanta’s Intown Neighborhoods - An Eclectic Southern Mix
When people think about Atlanta they don’t think of it as a homogenous city with diverse neighborhoods. It is true, Atlanta does not have a Chinatown or SoHo but it actually does have many eclectic and diverse neighborhoods that ooze with history and old southern charm. Below I am going to name some of the more popular areas in random order:
1. MIDTOWN. This area has experienced the greatest revitalization and is a mix of historic neighborhoods and modern skyscrapers. It also boasts many first-class restaurants and a thriving arts and business district.
2. DOWNTOWN. This area has experienced a rebirth ever since the 1996 Olympic Games. It is home to some of the world’s biggest corporations like Coca-Cola, GA Pacific, BellSouth, and Turner Broadcasting.
3. BUCKHEAD. This is a place where old Southern money meets young socialites. In other words this area is Atlanta’s answer to Beverly Hills. Here you can find some of the city’s oldest and stateliest homes - including the governor’s mansion.
4. GRANT PARK. Just outside of Downtown, this newly revived area is home to mostly Craftsman bungalows and century-old American neighborhoods. It is experiencing a mini-boom as more suburbanites are feeling the gas crunch and want to move closer to work.
5. LITTLE FIVE POINTS. This area can mostly be compared to New York’s Greenwich Village - filled with the sights and sounds of Bohemian life. Supported mainly by small independent businesses - boutiques, art galleries, theaters, etc - this area is usually teeming with students who live or go to school nearby.
6. CABBAGETOWN. This once dilapidated area is being revitalized by a growing commercial contingency and adventurous homeowners. Newcomers are renovating old mill worker’s houses and turning them into artistic residences. Young families, professionals, and students are attracted by the affordable living.
