Buckhead

Introduction to Buckhead

Buckhead is the uptown district of Atlanta, Fulton County, Georgia, covering approximately the northern fifth of the city. It is a major commercial and financial center of the Southeast, and it is the third-largest business district in Atlanta, behind Downtown and Midtown. The district’s high rise office buildings, hotels, and condominiums form an urbanized core along Peachtree Road. Surrounding this dense core are residential neighborhoods, which feature large single-family homes situated among dense forests and rolling hills.

Buckhead Nightlife

Buckhead has long been known for shopping, dining and nightlife. Over the years this area has seen many changes due to the renovations of older shops and restaurants. Even though the names and venues may change, this area is still a favorite of metro Atlanta residents, who flock to it on the weekends. The Shops Buckhead, Phipps Plaza and Lenox Square are some of the most famous shopping destinations. The dining options are varied and include everything from casual sandwich shops to upscale restaurants. Varied night life is also a hallmark.  Just a few of the options include bars and nightclubs with live entertainment, dart tournaments, karaoke, dance floors and of course, food for those late night cravings.

Neighborhoods of Buckhead

More than 40 distinct neighborhoods make up the small slice of Atlanta known as Buckhead. Residents of all ages and stages of life enjoy this premier communty’s intown luxury lifestyle. Each neighborhood has its own style and features that appeal to different people. Traditional homes, condos, cottages and larger estates all have a place in Buckhead.

Buckhead Schools

Several of Atlanta’s top private schools are located here. Public schools in Buckhead are served by the Atlanta Public School system.