Think about the last time you rode a streetcar or trolley through a downtown area? You probably have not ridden a streetcar, unless you went to San Francisco or another country. But now, you have the option to ride a streetcar in downtown Atlanta! And the streetcar is now in service!
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The grand opening ceremony and ribbon cutting of the Atlanta Streetcar is today! This is the first time since 1949 that a streetcar or trolley has been in service in downtown Atlanta. The official launch was held at Woodruff Park, and here are a few photos from the event.
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And here is a news report from FOX 5 in Atlanta.
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The good news, the first three months of the streetcar will be free for all passengers! After that, it will be $1 per ride, or $3 for an all day pass. The streetcar’s 2.7-mile route will connect neighbors to several tourist attractions, museums and entertainment venues. And the route includes 12 stops. Here is the official route.
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Here are a few more videos showcasing the Atlanta Streetcar, and how it will work.
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Learn more about the Atlanta Streetcar at: http://streetcar.atlantaga.gov/
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