Saturday, February 9, 2008

Map and Directions


First of all, we know that most of you are coming to our wedding from out of town, and we really cannot express how awesome we think that is. Our families and friends are scattered all over the country, so choosing a destination for our wedding was a little tricky, but having those we care about most gathered around to witness our marriage is really important and we are thrilled that so many of you are willing to make the trip!

Directions from the Atlanta Airport
It's really easy to get to Roswell from Hartsfield-Jackson International Airport in Atlanta. However, you will need $.50 to pay the toll on GA-400.
- Leaving the airport, follow the signs to I-75/I-85 North toward Atlanta. After several miles (and some cool landmarks like Turner Field and the State Capitol), these two highways will split. Follow the signs for I-85, which will also indicate GA-400, your ultimate destination.
- After the I-75/I-85 split, follow the signs to exit I-85 onto GA-400.
- Pay the toll :)
- Take Exit 7B, which is Holcomb Bridge Rd into Roswell.
- The Doubletree hotel will be on your left, about 1/2 mile down Holcomb Bridge Rd. To get into the parking lot, you must turn left at the second traffic light, Dogwood Rd.

If you choose not to stay at the Doubletree, you should follow the directions provided by your hotel of choice instead.

Getting Around Town
The map below shows the Doubletree, St. Thomas Aquinas and Roswell Founders Hall (you may need to pan the map up to see St. Thomas). Because traffic in Roswell can be annoying, Elisabeth recommends that you take Holcomb Bridge to Crabapple to get to the church. More detailed directions will be included with the invitations, but many people - the bride and groom included - like to play around with Google maps whenever possible, so we thought we'd go ahead and add one here.

Don't forget to check out the Roswell, Georgia page for things to do, see and eat while you're in town!


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Are You Driving...

From the West?
- Take I-20 into Atlanta
- Follow the signs for I-285 North to bypass the city. (If you miss I-285 don’t worry, just go into the city and take I-75/I-85 North and follow the directions from the airport, above. You will need $.50 for the toll.
- Once on I-285, watch for the exit for GA-400 North. Merge onto GA-400 North and follow the above directions from the airport. You bypassed the toll booth – lucky you!

From the South or Southwest?
- Enter Atlanta via I-75 or I-85, whichever is more convenient to your location.
- Follow the directions from the airport, above.

From the Northeast?
- Take I-85 South.
- About 75 miles south of the GA-SC border, take Exit 115: GA-20/Buford Dr. Turn right off of the exit ramp (heading west). You should see the Mall of Georgia on your right.
- Follow GA-20 for about 15 miles.
- At the intersection of GA-20 and GA-400 (an overpass), turn left to merge on to GA-400 South.
- Follow GA-400 South for about 15 miles to Exit 7: Holcomb Bridge Rd. The Doubletree Hotel is on the left hand side. Turn left on Dogwood Rd to access the parking lot.

From the Northwest?
- Take I-75 South.
- Exit I-75 on Exit 271: Chastain Rd/Kennesaw and turn left off of the exit ramp, headed east on Chastain Rd.
- Continue straight as Chastain Rd becomes Blackwell Rd.
- When Blackwell Rd ends in a T, turn right on Shallowford Rd.
- Follow Shallowford Rd for about 8 miles. It will turn into Pine Grove Rd when you cross from Cobb to Fulton County. After crossing the county border you will see another Shallowford Rd on your left, but do not turn!
- Pine Grove Rd will end at a traffic light intersecting Atlanta St and Canton St. Continue straight through this light on GA-9, which will curve immediately to the left after the light.
- At the next light, Norcross St, turn right. You will pass by the library on your right.
- Norcross St. will intersect with Holcomb Bridge Rd, with a CVS and an Olive Garden on the corners. Turn right on Holcomb Bridge Rd. The Doubletree will be about a mile down the road on your right. Turn right on Dogwood Rd to access the parking lot.

Again, if you plan to stay at a different hotel, please let us know and we can provide directions to that location if you need them.