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Welcome to Atlanta!

The 2008 Annual Meeting and Exposition is expected to be the best one yet and our leaders are excited to welcome AAPS to the city. From to the latest in pharmaceutical science to new attractions, Atlanta will definitely keep you entertained.

Welcome Letters

The Honorable Sonny Perdue, Governor of Georgia

The Honorable Shirley Franklin, Mayor of Atlanta

About AAPS
The American Association of Pharmaceutical Scientists (AAPS) is a professional, scientific society of more than 10,000 members employed in academia, industry, government and other research institutes worldwide. Founded in 1986, AAPS aims to advance science through the open exchange of scientific knowledge, serve as an information resource and contribute to human health through pharmaceutical research and development. Want to learn more?
Click here for an AAPS 101 tutorial.

Downtown Happenings

Within steps of the Georgia World Congress Center, are the city’s best entertainment, dining, and shopping venues. The convention corridor is located in the center of everything and is the ideal place to catch a conference break.

Atlanta Resources

Atlanta City Pass
The Atlanta CityPass connects convention visitors to the city’s top attractions. Visitors with free time can enjoy eight venues including the Georgia Aquarium, the World of Coca-Cola, Inside CNN Atlanta Studio Tour, the High Museum of Art, Atlanta History Center, Zoo Atlanta, Fernbank Museum of Natural History and the Atlanta Botanical Garden at nearly 50 percent off the regular admission price.

Stay Connected
During your free time, explore the city and cash in on huge downtown savings. The Downtown Connects Card offers visitors special discounts at downtown area attractions.

Atlanta Dining
Atlanta offers southern hospitality and sizzling cuisine. City dining is diverse and unique tasty treats include sweet tea, fried green tomatoes and refreshing Coca Cola.

Downtown
Great downtown eats can be found at Ray’s in the City, the Sun Dial Restaurant and Thrive. Ray’s in the City is located in the center of downtown and features fresh seafood. The Sun Dial Restaurant is a tri-level upscale restaurant featuring panoramic city views and amazing meals. Located just seconds away from the convention center is Thrive. The new restaurant offers delicious food combined with a luxury setting.

Famous faces and big bison burgers can be found at Ted’s Montana Grill. The restaurant is co-owned by Atlanta media mogul Ted Turner and features classic Americana cuisine. There is also a food court located Downtown at the Peachtree Center Mall.

Midtown
In Midtown, you’ll find the ultra chic and glamorous TROIS. The venue spans three floors and features French cuisine, an extensive wine list and a suspended art gallery. Also located in Midtown is ECCO. The venue was recently named the “Best New Restaurant” by Esquire magazine and features seasonally inspired cuisine with European influences. You can also enjoy Varsity, a 75-year Atlanta icon serving chili dogs, peach pies and an Atlanta tradition, the Frosted Orange.

Make your restaurant reservations in advance here.

Transportation

MARTA, Atlanta's public transportation system, offers rapid rail and bus service that is easy to navigate. MARTA is also available directly from Hartsfield-Jackson International Airport. Atlanta Link is an additional transportation option that services the airport, downtown, Midtown and Buckhead.

Arts & Culture

Famous European artworks are on display at the High Museum of Art. The museum has developed an unprecedented three-year partnership with the Musée du Louvre in Paris, bringing hundreds of famed pieces to Atlanta.

Free Atlanta
Atlanta has plenty to offer without breaking the bank and below is just a small sample of the city’s free attractions.

Martin Luther King Jr. Historic Site
The Martin Luther King, Jr. National Historic Site provides an important history lesson that fits any budget.

The Museum of Design Atlanta
The Museum of Design Atlanta features exhibitions on architecture, industrial product design, interiors, furniture, graphics, fashion and more.

The Governor’s Mansion
Georgia’s Governor invites you to tour the mansion and learn the true meaning of Southern Hospitality.

The Federal Reserve Bank
Visit the Federal Reserve Bank in Atlanta and learn that money doesn’t grow on trees.

International Civil Rights Walk of Fame
Follow freely in the footsteps of the world’s greatest civil rights leaders.

International Information

Atlanta is an international destination and home to the world’s most served airport. Our city takes great pride in accommodating guests from all over the globe and listed below is helpful information to make your stay more enjoyable.

Currency Exchange Locations
Airport
- Concourse E in the International Terminal at Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport.
- Airport hotels with currency exchange include the Hilton Atlanta Airport and the Sheraton Gateway Hotel.

Downtown Atlanta
- Downtown hotels, including the Hyatt Regency Atlanta, Westin Peachtree Plaza, Omni Hotel at CNN Center and the Atlanta Marriott Marquis.

Foreign Consulate Contact Information

Argentina	(404) 760-3400
Britain	(404) 954-7700
Canada	(404) 532-2000
France	(404) 495-1660
Germany	(404) 659-4760
Greece	(404) 261-3313
India	(404) 898-8000
Ireland	(404) 261-1781
Italy	(404) 442-8298
Japan	(404) 240-4300
Korea	(404) 522-1611

Map out your Atlanta Plans
Get a head start on planning the perfect trip by by taking a look at Atlanta’s event calendar.