Welcome to Atlanta
LOCATION
Atlanta, Georgia
Atlanta, Georgia is a vibrant and welcoming city that is perfect for LGBTQ+ travelers. As the home of the largest Pride celebration in the Southeast, Atlanta has a long history of being a friendly and inclusive destination for the LGBTQ+ community.
One of the highlights of a visit to Atlanta is Piedmont Park, which is located in the heart of the city and is home to the annual Atlanta Pride Festival. The park is a great place to relax, take a stroll, or have a picnic and is surrounded by some of the city’s best restaurants, bars, and shopping.
For a taste of Southern hospitality, be sure to visit Midtown, which is home to a number of LGBTQ+-owned businesses and is known for its lively nightlife scene. Some of the must-visit bars and clubs in this neighborhood include Blake’s on the Park, the Atlanta Eagle, and the Heretic.
If you’re looking for a more cultural experience, Atlanta is home to a number of museums and art galleries that showcase the city’s rich history and diverse culture. The High Museum of Art is a must-see for art lovers, while the Martin Luther King Jr. National Historic Site is a moving tribute to one of the most important civil rights leaders in American history.
Overall, Atlanta is a welcoming and diverse city that is perfect for LGBTQ+ travelers. Whether you’re looking to experience the city’s thriving nightlife scene or want to learn more about its rich history and culture, there’s something for everyone in Atlanta.
Accommodations
Explore luxurious accommodations around the City of Atlanta, Georgia
Atlanta Renaissance Midtown Hotel
This Hotel offers modern Midtown amenities, including inspired decor, pet-friendly accommodations.
Georgian Terrace Hotel
Dedicated to delivering a consistently superior business travel experience in the heart of Midtown Atlanta
Granada Hotel
Escape the vibrant energy of Atlanta to a timeless haven at Hotel Granada. Tucked away in historic Midtown Atlanta, this gem of a hotel offers a vibe straight out of charming European getaways. Built in 1923, its Spanish Colonial architecture has been lovingly reimagined with contemporary Southern flair creating a true blend of history and modernity and inviting guests to uncover a century of stories.
Loews Atlanta
In a grand high-rise building, this upscale hotel is a 3-minute walk from the Margaret Mitchell House and Muse
Stonehurst Place
Set in a mansion dating to 1896, this eco-friendly B&B with solar panels and in-room recycling is an 8-minute
The River's Edge Campground
Nestled on 65+ acres of private, natural beauty in Dewy Rose, Georgia, The River’s Edge has been a trusted destination for over three decades. As a clothing-optional GLBT (Gay, Bi Men, Lesbian and Transgender) campground and resort, we provide a secure, welcoming, and inclusive sanctuary where members of the GLBT community can truly be themselves.
The Westin Peachtree Plaza
The SkyView Ferris wheel features 42 climate-controlled + private gondolas.
W - Atlanta
Sanctuary Nightclub, an LGBTQ+ haven, is where your nightlife adventures begin. With its pulsating beats and welcoming atmosphere, it's the place to dance, connect, and create lasting memories.
Arts & Entertainment
Apex Museum
The mission of the APEX Museum is to interpret and present history from an African American perspective.
Center for Puppetry Arts
The Center for Puppetry Arts is a unique cultural treasure — a magical place for children and adults.
Delta Flight Museum
Since 1995, the Delta Flight Museum has allowed visitors from around the world to explore aviation history.
High Museum of Art
The High has an extensive anthology of nineteenth- and twentieth-century American and decorative art.
Jimmy Carter Library & Museum
This Presidential Library and Museum was dedicated during the museum opening on October 1, 1986.
MODA: Museum of Design Atlanta
MODA is the only museum in the Southeast dedicated exclusively to the study and celebration of all things design.
Wren's Nest
The Wren’s Nest is a cultural center that celebrates the timeless legacy of the Brer Rabbit.
Attractions
Atlanta Botanical Garden
Since the Garden opened its doors in 1976, it has become the emerald jewel in the crown of Atlanta culture.
Georgia Aquarium
Georgia Aquarium is a non-profit organization that contains more than 10 million gallons of water.
Georgia State Capital
The Georgia State Capitol is one of only forty-three National Historic Landmarks in Georgia.
Krog Street Tunnel
Krog Street Tunnel stands apart from the rest—there’s barely an inch of unpainted space in it.
The National Center for Civil and Human Rights
The National Center for Civil and Human Rights believes in justice and dignity for all.
The Margaret Mitchell House
The Margaret Mitchell House is part of Atlanta History Center, which features the largest collection of Civil War memorabilia in the country
Bars and Clubs
Atlanta Eagle – Leather and Queer Bar
Low-key gay leather bar with pool, dancing, karaoke & frequent theme nights. Whether you are looking for hot leather men, guys in rubber or gear, hot bears and cubs, or just the best Atlanta has to offer in masculinity, you’ll find it within these walls!
BJ Roosters
BJ Roosters features the hottest Men nightly! Great music, cold drinks, pool, darts, and hot guys. No cover Mon-Thurs and Sun. Men of BJs in at 9pm
Blake's
An Atlanta Landmark. Located in the Heart of Midtown’s Gayborhood! Straight-friendly gay bar & neighborhood hangout with karaoke, live DJs & drag shows since 1988.
BULLDOGS
All are welcome! A wide variety of drinks are available at this small gay night spot with DJs & a dance floor.
Felix's Atlanta
An energetic gay bar with regular karaoke shows, performers, DJs, dancing & drink specials.
Friends On Ponce
Unpretentious gay watering hole with pool tables, a jukebox, free Wi-Fi, poker nights & more.
Mary's
Known for our hip and fun vibe, visit and you will meet new people you won't find anywhere else. Relaxed bar caters to a gay & mixed-orientation crowd with karaoke & DJs spinning alternative tunes.
Mixx
Located in the heart of Atlanta’s most diverse and eclectic communities. Nightclub offering food & drinks, plus a dance floor & outdoor patio with a fireplace.
Oscar's Bar
Looking for a Martini and Video Bar in Atlanta? Look no further than Oscar's! Martini bar playing music videos & offering several weekly theme nights, such as one for show tunes.
Sanctuary Night Club
The Longest Running Latin Nightclub in Atlanta featuring DJs, cozy booths, VIP areas & weekly free salsa lessons.
The Heretic Atlanta
The Heretic Atlanta is undoubtedly the best place to go & soak in a wonderful ambiance to cheer you up. A rotating lineup of DJs & performers takes the stage at this gay nightclub with theme nights.
The Nook On Piedmont Park
Hey Atlanta! Welcome to The Nook on Piedmont Park. Established in 2009, The Nook is Midtown’s true neighborhood tavern –our very own Cheers.
Tripp's Bar
Your Nebighorhood Bar. Where Friends can hang! A friendly, casual gay bar with pub games, weekly food specials & live entertainment some nights.
Woofs Sports Bar
Woofs has been the nation’s leader in full service sports bars serving the gay community. Offering numerous screens to watch the game, this comfy gay hangout serves hearty pub fare.
Resources
OUT Georgia
OUT Georgia Business Alliance: Georgia’s LGBTQ+ Chamber of Commerce Connecting Georgia’s LGBTQ+ Businesses to Opportunity For 30 years we’ve helped Georgia entrepreneurs and allies build wealth, win contracts, and drive impact statewide.
PFLAG Atlanta
PFLAG Atlanta promotes the health and well-being of lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender people.
Restaurants
5Church
5Church, a modern American restaurant, offers a casual yet refined dining experience at Atlanta’s busiest intersection.
Campagnolo
A casual Italian restaurant with a welcoming interior. Meaning “peasant” in Italian, Campagnolo features a rustic menu that draws influences from all parts of Italy and its Mediterranean neighbors.
Mary Mac's Tea Room
Not many things have changed since we first opened our doors in 1945 – down to shucking bushels of corn and snapping fresh green beans by hand in our kitchen.
Poor Calvin's
Established in November 2012, Poor Calvin`s is a unique oasis in Downtown Atlanta that offers a rare cuisine of Thai fusion with Southern influences.
Shopping & Services
Atlanta Communities
Mike Russell - REALTOR®
1801 Peachtree Street NE, Suite 155
Atlanta, GA 30309
Phone: (404) 409-9688
Email: MikeRussell@AppraiserAssociates.com
Boy Next Door Menswear
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Phoenix & Dragon Bookstore
We offer service to the community as a retail and spiritual center, and for the exploration of new and meaningful ways to contribute to interfaith harmony and multi-cultural understanding.
Wild Oats and Billy Goats
A whimsical and colorful art gallery and artisan boutique offering paintings.
Travel Store
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Weddings
Wedding Venues & Professionals
Don’t just dream about the perfect day. Plan it! Planning begins with where, so finding the perfect wedding venue is key to creating a day that reflects your unique authenticity. Your wedding venue is the canvas where your most cherished memories as a couple will be made.