Getting to Atlanta
If you need a visa letter, please contact the registration chair Eunhye Song (eunhye.song at isye.gatech.edu)
By airplane
The closest airport is the Hartsfield-Jackson International Airport (ATL). Downtown Atlanta is approximately 12 miles away from the airport. The domestic terminal is connected to a MARTA station, and there are plenty of taxi/ride-sharing options. There is also a free shuttle between the international and domestic terminals.
Driving
You may arrive to Atlanta via interstates 20, 75 and 85.
Amtrak
You may ride the Amtrak train from New Orleans, New York, and stations in between.
Peachtree Road Race on July 4th: Watch Out for Traffic!
The Peachtree Road Race attracts over 50,000 runners every year and is traditionally scheduled for July 4th. The race takes place around Midtown, including Piedmont Park and parts of 10th Street.
Given the number of participants, there may be considerable increased traffic on the Midtown roads, some of which will be closed, and MARTA stations will become very crowded on Friday, July 4th.
You are more than welcome to come and enjoy the event with the runners, but consider extra time to move around during the day (including trips to the airport if you have to go through Midtown).