Travel, Things to do, FAQ
Hartsfield-Jackson International Airport (ATL) is located about 18 miles from JW Marriott Atlanta Buckhead, which is approximately a 25 minute drive. Attendees can request a ride share or taxi.
The MARTA rail system is also a convenient option that leaves from inside the ATL airport baggage claim area. The Lenox Station is across the street from the hotel. Take the Gold Line train towards Doraville and get off at Lenox Station. One-way fares are $2.50.
On-Site Parking Garage
During the wedding $10.00 per Vehicle self-parking
Overnight Self-Parking $25.00
Overnight: Valet Parking $35.00 per Vehicle
**Let the garage attendant or valet know you are part of the Tiwari/Shi Wedding Party for these discounted rates**
Lenox Mall: Attached to the JW Marriott for shopping and dining.
Georgia Aquarium: A favorite! You can check out tickets and their exhibits here https://www.georgiaaquarium.org/
Atlanta Botanical Gardens: Beautiful in the spring and summer! https://atlantabg.org/
Piedmont Park: A great place to walk around. They have a playground for young kids and farmers market Saturday mornings. The Botanical Gardens and Atlanta Beltline connect to the park. https://piedmontpark.org/
Atlanta Beltline: Path around Atlanta connecting Piedmont Park, Ponce City Market, Krog Street Market and beyond. Great for walking, restaurants, bars. The eastside trail is more developed, and the westside trail is quieter. Can get crowded on weekends with good weather. https://beltline.org/
Ponce City Market: Market full of restaurants and a rooftop amusement park and restaurant. https://www.poncecitymarket.com/
Krog Street Market: Another market full of restaurants along the Atlanta Beltline. https://krogstreetmarket.com/
Zoo Atlanta: Also a fun day trip, and they have pandas! https://zooatlanta.org/
Food
Too many in Atlanta to list, but here are a few of our favorites!
La Grotta: Fine Italian. https://lagrottaatlanta.com/
Chops: Steakhouse. https://buckheadrestaurants.com/restaurant/chops-lobster-bar-atl/
Houston's https://www.houstons.com/locations/atlanta-peachtree/
Café Intermezzo: European café known for their cakes! They also have drinks, coffee, tea, and a food menu. https://www.cafeintermezzo.com/
El Ray del Taco: Authentic, cheap tacos along Buford Highway https://elreydeltacoatl.com/
Alon's Bakery: European bakery cafe with soups, sandwiches, and a small market. https://alons.com/
Blue India: https://www.blueindiaatlanta.com/gallery
Madras Mantra: Indian vegetarian. http://www.madrasmantra.com/
Chinatown Atlanta: Foodcourt with good, inexpensive Chinese food. https://chinatownreport.com/chinatown-atlanta/
Dancing Goats Coffee: Favorite coffee shop in Atlanta! https://www.dancinggoats.com/pages/locations
White Windmill: Korean bakery and coffee shop. https://www.wwindmill.com/
Pho Dai Loi 2: Vietnamese. https://www.skiplinow.com/shop/193141h/site
1. Can I bring children?
Other than the family of the bride and groom, we ask that you not bring your young children. Hopefully this can be an enjoyable night out!
2. What about COVID?
We are requiring that everyone in attendance be up to date with their vaccines or have a negative COVID test within 48 hours of the event. Thank you for helping us keep the event safe! Of course if you are experiencing COVID symptoms, please refrain from joining us. We'll find another time to celebrate with you!
3. Dress Code
Cocktail or black tie optional. Indian attire is welcome too!! Really whatever you are comfortable in!