Mercedes-Benz Stadium in downtown Atlanta, with its famous retractable “camera-lens” roof, is home to the NFL’s Atlanta Falcons and MLS club Atlanta United. It hosts college football, concerts and major events, including FIFA World Cup 2026 matches (“Atlanta Stadium”). This guide covers the essentials: MARTA trains, parking, rideshare zones, the bag policy and payments.
Check the official Mercedes-Benz Stadium A–Z guide and parking page for your event.
Mercedes-Benz Stadium at a glance
| Location | Downtown Atlanta, Georgia |
| Home teams | Atlanta Falcons (NFL), Atlanta United (MLS) |
| Nearest stations | GWCC/CNN Center and Vine City (MARTA Blue/Green Lines) |
| Parking | Pre-purchase only (cashless) |
| Payments | Cashless |
| Bags | Clear bag 12″ × 6″ × 12″ or small clutch |
How to get to Mercedes-Benz Stadium by MARTA
- Take the Blue or Green Line to GWCC/CNN Center or Vine City, both right next to the stadium.
- On the Red or Gold Line, change at Five Points to the Blue or Green Line.
- From Hartsfield-Jackson Airport: Red/Gold Line from the airport station to Five Points, then Blue/Green to the stadium.
MARTA is usually the fastest way in and out, as downtown streets are gridlocked after big events.
Mercedes-Benz Stadium parking
Official parking is pre-purchase only and cashless, sold through the stadium’s parking system (ParkHub). You can’t pay at the lot entrance. Official lots and decks within walking distance include the Red Deck, Silver Deck, Blue Lot and Yellow Lot, and there are thousands more spaces in downtown garages within about a 20-minute walk.
Uber and Lyft
Designated rideshare zones have included Northside Drive, the Centennial Olympic Park Drive / Andrew Young International Boulevard area and Marietta Street. Your app will direct you to the active zone for your event.
Bag policy
- Allowed: a clear plastic, vinyl or PVC bag up to 12″ × 6″ × 12″, a one-gallon clear freezer bag, or a small clutch up to about 4.5″ × 6.5″.
- Not allowed: backpacks, large purses, camera bags and coolers.
Payments and food
The stadium is cashless: cards and mobile payments only at concessions and stores. It is known for its low “fan-first” food and drink prices.
Frequently asked questions
Which MARTA station is closest to Mercedes-Benz Stadium?
GWCC/CNN Center and Vine City, both on the Blue and Green Lines.
Can I pay for parking at the gate?
No. Official stadium parking has to be bought in advance and is cashless.
Related guides
Sources: Mercedes-Benz Stadium A–Z Guide, Parking & Transportation. Easy Guide India is not affiliated with the stadium.