The Work Trip Playbook: Atlanta Edition
Business travelers will almost inevitably end up in Atlanta at some point. So where should you go when you are in town?
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Business travelers will almost inevitably end up in Atlanta at some point. Whether you're connecting through the world's busiest airport or attending one of the city's many conferences and conventions, Atlanta has become an essential hub for professionals on the move.
If you find yourself in town for a conference (like Venture Atlanta this week), we've rounded up some spots to check out once you touch down. Here are the places that should be on your Atlanta map:
Where To Meet Fellow Entrepreneurs
Switchyards (Various locations) - While it is members only, Switchyards’various locations across the city are worth checking out if you are looking for a quiet place to get some heads-down work done.
Russell Innovation Center for Entrepreneurs - A hub for Black business owners and founders
Where To Schedule Your Coffee Meetings
Atlanta is home to over 250 independent coffee shops, so you're never too far from your next cup of joe. We've curated a few spots that are ideal for meeting up with colleagues, potential clients, or catching up on emails during your work trip.
Here are a few to put on your map:
Kula Coffee In Buckhead: We connect entrepreneurs in Atlanta with entrepreneurs in Rwanda through coffee. And as a perk, it is located inside Atlanta Tech Village’s Buckhead location
Chattahoochee Coffee Company (Riverside location): The spot to grab a cup of coffee while enjoying Atlanta’s Chattahoochee River
The Daily in Buckhead: A go-to coffee shop with lots of food options, The Daily is a cozy place to pull out your laptop and get some work done
Foxtail Coffee in Midtown: In the heart of Atlanta’s Midtown neighborhood, Foxtail has large gathering tables for those looking to meet over a cup of coffee
Where To Book A Work Dinner Reservation
For The Whole Group:
South City Kitchen - Modern Southern Cuisine
What To Do In Between Meetings
Walk The Beltline: Some of the hot spots to see include Krog Street Market, Ponce City Market, and Piedmont Park
Explore history at The Carter Center or the Martin Luther King Jr. Historical Park
Stroll around The High Museum
Happy Travels!
