Where the Past and Future Meet
The neighborhoods surrounding Emory University vary from large, stately
homes to more traditional brick ranches. No matter the style, however,
residents of the Emory area enjoy a large variety of shops, restaurants,
galleries, studios, antique shops, and parks.
Many of Atlanta's
most popular eateries fall within Emory's reach, including Rise-N-Dine,
Everybody's Pizza, Dave's Cosmic Subs, The General Muir, The Iberian
Pig, and Community Q BBQ.
Additionally, there are plenty of
parks, greenspaces, and recreational areas within both walking and
driving distance, including Fernbank Forest, Lullwater Park and
Preserve, and Herbert Taylor Park. Downtown, Decatur, Midtown,
Virginia-Highland, and other popular Atlanta destinations are only short
drives away.
Emory Fun Fact: During the Civil War, Emory
University closed their school doors but reopened as a hospital and
headquarters for the Union Army!
