Atlanta is a jumbled collection of neighborhoods, cities, and suburbs. Each one has its own style, as a bride and groom soon discover when searching for a wedding venue. A wedding in downtown Buckhead is very different from one held in historic Norcross. When it comes looking for the best place to host an Atlanta wedding, start by examining some of these popular neighborhoods.
Buckhead - Long known as the area of Atlanta where the rich rub elbows with one another, the Buckhead
neighborhood is all about money and style. This area is full of multi-million dollar houses and high end shops. If you want to wedding to showcase all the wealth of Atlanta, no other neighborhood comes close. Venues like The Ritz-Carlton or the Buckhead City Club are situated in the center of prime Atlanta real estate.
Midtown - Located just north of downtown, Midtown is defined by its bustling atmosphere. Popular city attractions such as the Fox Theatre and High Museum draw visitors while commuters flock every day to the skyscrapers lining Midtown's streets. Couples who want to embrace the heart of Atlanta's fast paced atmosphere cannot opt for a better area. Popular wedding venues include the Georgian Terrace Hotel, the Westin, and even the Fox itself.
East Atlanta - Once a run-down section of the city best known for high crime rates, East Atlanta today represents an urban revival success story. Residents improved this historic neighborhood by renovating old buildings and making the entire area more pedestrian-friendly. Local festivals pack crowds into the small parks scattered throughout the area where visitors can watch a show and then browse local shops. Couples who want an Atlanta wedding in a neighborhood that blends the best of the old and the new cannot do better than East Atlanta.
Virginia Highland - One of the quirkiest areas of Atlanta, the Virginia Highlands area still retains its historic charm. Cottage style homes rest beside modern McMansions and renovated buildings underneath towering trees. Part of the neighborhood runs alongside sprawling Piedmont Park, the city's largest. Perhaps best known as an alternative hangout, those who prefer a less-traditional wedding can selected from eclectic venues such as the Parisian-inspired Le Maison Rouge.
Marietta - This suburban Atlanta city that borders the Chattahoochee River owes its origins to the railroad and paper mills. Grand historic homes such as the Marlowe House or Whitlock Inn are popular wedding venues. The biggest draw is Marietta Square where couples can get married surrounded by turn-of the century buildings.
Norcross - Like Marietta, Norcross is another suburb that began as a stop on the railroad. Trains still run
through the preserved historic area that retains its small-town atmosphere. Plenty of parks surround the area, including the cascading fountain at Heritage Park and quaint Thrasher Park. There are several popular wedding venues in the area, including 173 Carlyle House.
Roswell - Historic Roswell is best known for its three pre-Civil War plantation homes: Bulloch Hall, Barrington Hall and Smith Plantation. These preserved mansions make a stunning backdrop for any classic Atlanta wedding. Downtown Roswell is lined with restaurants that draw high accolades from foodies.
