Travel Guide: The MLB All-Star Game in Atlanta
/"Take me out to the ballgame"
There's something magical about July in Atlanta when baseball's finest gather for the sport's most celebrated moment. The 95th MLB All-Star Game on Tuesday, July 15, 2025, at Truist Park isn't just about watching the best players from both leagues—it's about experiencing a week that perfectly captures why this city has become the South's undisputed cultural capital. From July 11 to 15, Atlanta transforms into a playground for those who appreciate both athletic excellence and sophisticated living.
Downtown Atlanta skyline at sunset. Photo Credit: Dee Liu, iSTOCK / GETTY IMAGES PLUS
I've covered All-Star weeks from coast to coast, but Atlanta's approach feels different. It could be the way The Battery Atlanta wraps around Truist Park like a European-style entertainment district, or how the city's luxury hotels treat baseball week like a cultural festival rather than just another sporting event. Either way, if you're planning to be here for the festivities, you'll want to do it right.
Slugger Worthy Sleep
Four Seasons Atlanta stands 53 stories above Midtown, like a gleaming Art Deco monument to sophistication. This is Atlanta's only five-star hotel, and frankly, it shows. The moment you walk into the soaring lobby, you're surrounded by an art collection that rivals most museums—nearly 1,500 pieces carefully curated throughout the property. It's the kind of place where you'll spot Monet sketches in the hallway and not think twice about it.
Atlanta, Georgia, USA overlooking Piedmont Park at dusk. Photo Credit: Sean Pavone, iSToCK / GETTY IMAGES PLUS
What sets this Four Seasons apart is how seamlessly it blends into Atlanta's cultural fabric. Bar Margot, their cocktail lounge, houses an enviable vinyl collection spanning everything from Stereolab to Miles Davis—the perfect soundtrack for post-game drinks. The rooftop terrace overlooks all of Midtown, giving you views that stretch to the rolling hills beyond the city. During All-Star week, they're offering exclusive packages that include priority dining reservations and private transportation to Truist Park, because nothing says luxury like avoiding traffic on game day.
If you prefer to stay closer to the action, The Whitley in Buckhead offers a different kind of elegance. This Luxury Collection property just completed a stunning renovation, and its 507 rooms now embody what I'd call "Southern chic meets modern sophistication." The Trade Root restaurant has become a destination in its own right, serving Southern-inspired cuisine that feels both familiar and surprising. Their signature chicken under a brick is comfort food elevated to an art form.
The Whitleys' real secret weapon is their award-winning spa and the complimentary car service within a two-mile radius, which means easy access to Buckhead's luxury shopping district when you need a break from baseball talk.
Dinner for Winners
Atlanta's restaurant scene has exploded in recent years, but two places stand out during All-Star week for entirely different reasons.
Atlas, tucked into the St. Regis, feels like dining inside an art gallery where the curator happens to have exquisite taste in both paintings and food. Chef Freddy Money rotates pieces from the owner's collection throughout the restaurant—I've spotted Monet and Picasso originals casually hanging on the walls during dinner. But don't let the art distract you from Money's eight-course tasting menu, which is theatrical without taking itself too seriously. His "Here's Another Beet Salad" starter comes with a wink and a smile, featuring a sweet, cold beet salad with a congealed plum sauce and crumbled goat cheese that somehow works perfectly.
The striped sea bass and wagyu courses are flawless, but save room for the most delightful surprise: a post-dessert farewell snack of pecan fudge candy wrapped in an edible rice paper wrapper. It's touches like this that make Atlas feel special—Michelin-starred without the pretension.
For something completely different, Lazy Betty has earned its Michelin star for two consecutive years. After experiencing their six-course tasting menu (which easily expands to ten with add-ons and surprises), I understand why. This isn't your typical fine dining experience with white tablecloths. The service feels more like dining with knowledgeable friends who happen to be incredible cooks. Each dish arrives with a story, and the staff genuinely wants you to understand not just what you're eating, but why it matters.
Their seasonal menu changes constantly, but the creativity remains consistent. Recent highlights included a corn crème brûlée topped with smoked chicken liver that shouldn't work but does, and handmade pasta filled with Sichuan-style cumin lamb that bridges continents on a single plate. The wine pairings are thoughtful without being overwhelming, and the whole experience feels like a celebration rather than a performance.
Beyond the Diamond
When you need a break from All-Star festivities, the High Museum of Art offers one of the South's finest cultural experiences. Located in Midtown, this architectural marvel features over 20,000 works spanning a diverse range of styles, from contemporary photography to folk art. What makes it special during All-Star week is their willingness to create private experiences for discerning visitors.
High Museum of Art, Atlanta, GA. Photo Credit: Suspended Image, istock / Getty Images Plus.
Their current exhibitions include "Giants: Art from the Dean Collection of Swizz Beatz and Alicia Keys," which showcases multigenerational Black diasporic artists, and "Georgia O'Keeffe: 'My New Yorks,'" exploring the famous artist's lesser-known urban period in New York. But the real treat is their docent-led private tours, available by appointment, where you'll get insights into pieces that most visitors walk right past.
The museum's connection to Atlanta's cultural scene runs deep—they regularly host Friday Night Jazz sessions and their annual Wine Auction is the city's largest charity fundraising event. During All-Star week, they're offering extended evening hours and special programming that connects the worlds of art and athletics in ways that feel natural rather than forced.
The Battery Experience
The genius of Atlanta's All-Star setup is how The Battery Atlanta creates a festival atmosphere that extends far beyond the ballpark. This isn't just a shopping center with restaurants—it's a carefully planned entertainment district that feels organic and cohesive. You can stroll from Antico Pizza for exceptional Neapolitan-style pies to C. Ellet's Steakhouse for a proper pre-game meal, all while soaking in the energy of baseball's biggest week.
The Red Carpet Show on July 15 at 2:00 PM transforms The Battery into Hollywood for a few hours, as players arrive in style before the main event. It's the kind of glamour you don't typically associate with baseball, but Atlanta makes it work.
July in the A
What strikes me most about Atlanta during All-Star week is how effortlessly the city balances sports excitement with cultural sophistication. You can spend your morning exploring world-class art, your afternoon relaxing at a luxury spa, your evening dining at a Michelin-starred restaurant, and still make it to Truist Park in time for first pitch—all without feeling rushed or out of place.
The 2025 All-Star Game represents more than just a baseball showcase; it's Atlanta announcing itself as a destination that can compete with any city in the world when it comes to luxury experiences. Whether you're here for the Home Run Derby, the game itself, or just the excuse to explore what this city has become, you'll leave understanding why Atlanta keeps landing major events.
The memories you'll take home—watching baseball's best under the Georgia summer sky, discovering a new favorite artist at the High Museum, savoring that perfect bite at Atlas—create the kind of weekend that reminds you why some experiences are worth the investment.
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