Visiting State Farm Arena as an Away Fan: The Complete Guide
State Farm Arena sits in downtown Atlanta, next to Centennial Olympic Park and connected to a MARTA rail station. Home to the Atlanta Hawks, it's easy to reach and famous for its fan-friendly concession pricing. Here's how to do a Hawks road trip right.
Getting There
Fly into Atlanta (ATL), a huge hub, and take MARTA rail straight downtown — the arena connects to the GWCC/CNN Center and Dome stations.
MARTA makes it easy without a car; if you drive, plan for downtown traffic.
Where to Stay
Downtown Atlanta puts you within walking distance of the arena and near Centennial Olympic Park — the ideal base.
Midtown nearby is a good alternative, a short MARTA ride away with more restaurants and nightlife.
Parking & When to Arrive
There are decks and lots downtown, and prepaid is smart, but MARTA is the easy button — it drops you right at the arena.
Where Visiting Fans Sit
It's a modern arena with excellent sightlines and no obstructed views, comfortable throughout.
Lower-bowl seats are pricier while the upper deck is good value. Hawks crowds are relaxed and easy for visiting fans.
Food & What to Bring
The draw is the fan-first concession pricing — plus Atlanta and Southern flavors.
Check the bag policy, as arena clear-bag or small-bag rules usually apply. It's indoors, so weather isn't a factor inside.
The Pregame Scene
Downtown Atlanta around the arena — near Centennial Olympic Park, the aquarium, and CNN Center — has bars and restaurants within a walk.
Midtown nearby adds more, a short MARTA ride away.
Insider Tips
Take MARTA — it's the whole logistics answer downtown. Take advantage of the cheap concessions.
Stay downtown, pair the trip with Atlanta's attractions, and enjoy a friendly crowd.
Build your State Farm Arena trip
Choose each piece — flights into ATL, a hotel in downtown Atlanta near MARTA, Hawks tickets, and a rental car only if you want it (MARTA covers the game). It adds to your trip below. Nothing books until you're ready.