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East Point is a city of about 38,000 people just southwest of downtown Atlanta, beside Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport. Founded in 1887 at the eastern end of the Atlanta and West Point Railroad, which gave the city its name, it grew as an industrial and railroad suburb and today is a diverse, historic community with a revived downtown.
Downtown East Point, along East Point Street and Main Street, has a historic water tower, a clock tower and brick storefronts with restaurants, cafes and shops, and the city hosts events and markets in its commons. The Delta Flight Museum, in Delta Air Lines' original 1940s maintenance hangars near the airport, displays historic aircraft including a Boeing 747 you can walk through, the first Delta Boeing 767 and a flight simulator, and is a highlight for aviation fans.
The Camp Creek Marketplace has big shopping and dining, and the city's parks, including Sykes Park and the trails at Camp Creek, offer green space. Neighboring College Park and Hapeville have their own historic downtowns, and the MARTA train links East Point directly to downtown Atlanta, the Atlanta BeltLine and the airport in minutes.
The Delta Flight Museum sits in Delta's historic hangars next to Hartsfield-Jackson Airport, with restored airliners including a Boeing 747 you can walk through, vintage planes and exhibits on aviation history. A flight simulator is available for an extra fee. Allow two hours, and book the simulator ahead.
Downtown East Point is a compact historic district around Main Street and East Point Street, with older brick buildings, local restaurants, a brewery and the city's civic buildings. Revitalization has brought new murals and events. Visit during a festival or market day, when the streets are most lively.
Camp Creek Marketplace is a large open-air shopping center on Camp Creek Parkway, with big-box stores, clothing retailers, restaurants and a movie theater. It is one of the main shopping areas on Atlanta's southwest side. It is close to the airport, which makes it handy for errands before or after a flight.
Sykes Park is a historic neighborhood park in East Point with mature trees, open lawns, walking paths and picnic areas. It is a quiet green space used for community gatherings and casual recreation. Bring a picnic and enjoy the shade, especially on hot summer afternoons when the trees keep it cooler.
Jefferson Park is one of East Point's largest parks, with sports fields, a recreation center, walking trails and playgrounds in a wooded setting. It hosts youth sports leagues and community events. Use the walking trail for an easy loop, and check the recreation schedule for classes and activities.
The Camp Creek Trail is a paved multi-use trail in East Point that follows the Camp Creek corridor through woods and wetlands, connecting neighborhoods and parks. It is used for walking, running and cycling, with boardwalk sections over the creek. Go in the morning for cooler weather and birdsong.
Dick Lane Velodrome in East Point is one of the few velodromes in the southeastern United States, a steeply banked outdoor cycling track that hosts races and training sessions. Spectators can watch races in season, and beginners can take track cycling clinics. Check the schedule for race nights.
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