Walking from Mercedes Benz to Hilton Atlanta

Question

Is the Mercedes Benz Stadium within walking distance of the Hilton Atlanta? Is it a safe area to walk back after a concert at the stadium?

Answer

The Mercedes-Benz Stadium is technically walkable from the Hilton Atlanta, but it is not a short walk. The distance is roughly 1.2 to 1.5 miles depending on your route, which typically takes about 25–30 minutes on foot. Some visitors do walk it, but most prefer other options because of the length and the surroundings after large events.

During the day, the walk is manageable, passing through parts of downtown. However, after a nighttime concert or game, the area can feel less comfortable due to reduced foot traffic away from the stadium and certain stretches that are not as well-lit or populated.

Safety depends heavily on timing and crowds. Immediately around the stadium, there will be many people and police presence. Once you get farther east into downtown and toward the hotel, the crowds thin out and the walk becomes less ideal at night.

Distance: 25–30 minutes on foot, roughly 1.2–1.5 miles.
Daytime walk: Generally fine, with steady pedestrian traffic.
Nighttime walk: Mixed; some visitors feel comfortable, but others prefer alternate transportation due to quiet stretches.
Crowds after events: Safe near the stadium with heavy police presence, but quieter the closer you get to the Hilton.

If you’d prefer not to walk, there are easier alternatives that many guests use, especially after nighttime events:

MARTA: Take the Blue/Green Line from GWCC/CNN Center Station to Peachtree Center. From there it’s an easy 10-minute walk to the Hilton.
Rideshare: Uber/Lyft have designated pickup zones around the stadium, though wait times can be long right after a concert.
E-scooters or rideshare bikes: Widely available around downtown when crowds disperse.
Walking partway: Some people walk to an area slightly farther from the stadium, then request a rideshare where pickup is faster.

In summary, the walk is doable but not the most convenient, especially late at night. Most visitors recommend choosing MARTA or rideshare after a concert for a more comfortable and quicker return to the Hilton Atlanta.

If you do choose to walk, try to stay on main streets, walk with the crowds, and avoid isolated routes.