081004-ATLANTA-GA- The new 5th Street Bridge was a popular spot for Georgia Tech fans tailgating for the Duke game Saturday October 4,2008. The DOT widened the bridge in 2006 and made a park with grass and nice sidewalks and places to hang out. (Becky Stein/special)
The Georgia Institute of Technology (Georgia Tech) is one of the premier research and engineering schools in the country. Located in the heart of Atlanta, GA, this school produces some of the country’s finest engineers. With 4 national championships, it has a storied football history and a passionate fan base. Here is what you will find when visiting Georgia Tech on game day.
Unlike many college towns, Georgia Tech’s campus and stadium are located in the heat of Atlanta. Right off I-85, the campus is incredibly easy to get to. If you are visiting, there are several parking options. There are multiple guest parking lots and decks throughout campus. If visiting, we suggest consulting GA Tech’s game day page to find the best solution for you.
(1) The IC Lawn
Nearby “Facilities”: The Campus Recreation Center, the Student Center, the IC (restricted access)
Distance to Bobby Dodd Stadium: About half a mile, 10-15 minutes walking, a couple of par-5s
The area comes complete with beer, grills, food, bourbon, families, and tailgate games as far as the eye can see.
(2) Fifth Street Bridge
Nearby Facilities: Greek Houses, Waffle House, Barnes & Noble @ Georgia Tech
Distance to Bobby Dodd Stadium: .3 miles, 5 minutes walking, a LONG par 5
This area tends to be filled with young alumni, particularly Greek alumni, although there are the occasional families here too. If you want a fun experience with some die-hard Tech fans, the Fifth Street Bridge is for you.
(3) Nanotech Parking Lot
Nearby “Facilities”: Port-A-Potties, Trees, Police Station, Campus Buildings (with access)
Distance to Bobby Dodd Stadium: .75 miles, ~15 minutes, a few par-5s
Enjoy the pre-game festivities with some really fun folks, and enjoy the quick outlet from campus after the game!
(4) Tech Tower Lawn
Nearby “Facilities”: Tech Tower, Highland Bakery (RIP Junior’s), Bobby Dodd Stadium, Library
Distance to Bobby Dodd Stadium: ~100 Yards, 90 seconds, Less than a 9 iron
This is the place where you’re going to drink foreign coffees and teas, fine wines, and champagnes (pinkie finger up, of course) while schmoozing with prominent alumni.
(5) Center Campus — Student Center, CULC Lawn
Nearby “Facilities”: Student Center, Flag Building, Ferst Theater, Clough Building
Distance to Bobby Dodd Stadium: .4 miles, 10-12 minutes, a couple of par-4s
This is a spot that has picked up a lot of steam in recent years, and with good reason. Center Campus has recently been home to a couple of fraternities (and their alumni) that make the area a fun place to be.
(6) Russ Chandler Stadium Lawn
Nearby “Facilities”: Ford Building, Whitaker Building, Klaus Building, Greek Housing
Distance to Bobby Dodd Stadium: .4 miles, 5-7 minutes walking, a couple of par-4s
This isn’t the most popular spot on campus to tailgate, but don’t make any assumptions based on that statement. The group who tailgates here is the few and the proud. They do it right — complete with tailgate games, team-themed tents, and plenty of cold beverages. Honestly, it’s probably the most well-rounded spot on campus: reasonable walking distance, plenty of facilities available, full tailgating experience, and still family-friendly.
(7) The Greek Sector
Nearby “Facilities”: Exterior of Any Nearby Rival House
Distance to Bobby Dodd Stadium: Varied, up to .3 miles (30 seconds-5 minutes), a sand wedge to a par-5
Between so many alumni supporters of Georgia Tech athletics who have Greek connections, and so many student supporters of Georgia Tech athletics who are Greek, it makes sense that a large percentage of pre-game festivities would be concentrated here.
 (8) Peters Parking Deck
Nearby “Facilities”: Port-A-Potty options, Greek Housing, Bobby Dodd Stadium
Distance to Bobby Dodd Stadium: ~150 yards, 2 minutes, roughly a 6 iron
If you’re looking for a parking and tailgating spot, you’re not going to get much closer than the parking deck found directly in the shadow of the north stands. Peters is a great location in that there’s a ton of room to park and tailgate, while not having to be too far away from the stadium. Perfect for those families with kids who won’t want to walk very far, Peters affords a great opportunity to do just that.
(9) Techwood Drive
Nearby “Facilities”: Greek Houses, Campus Ministry Centers (Baptist, Catholic, Methodist), Campus Housing
Distance to Bobby Dodd Stadium: ~200 Yards, 2 minutes, 5 wood
This is RV central and a great place to go to make new friends who are game day regulars!
(10) Yellow Jacket Alley
Nearby “Facilities”: Campus Ministry Centers (Catholic, Methodist, Baptist Centers), Greek Houses, Mobile “Facilities”
Distance to Bobby Dodd Stadium: ~100 Yards (30-40 seconds), maybe a 9-iron
Where better on campus to tailgate than the place that you don’t even have to leave to see the players and coaches walk by on their way to the stadium? Two hours before game time, wish all of the guys best of luck as they march from the bus into the stadium! Resume your tailgating, and when the time comes, stroll roughly the length of a football field and go cheer them on some more. Not to mention the proximity to all of the pregame festivities on Peters Parking Deck, the Greek sector, and on and on. This area is truly the center of attention on game day.
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