Jackson Street Bridge
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For the most iconic, postcard-perfect view of the Atlanta skyline, the Jackson Street Bridge is an absolute must-visit. Famous for its sweeping appearance in the opening scene of The Walking Dead, this simple overpass offers an unobstructed, breathtaking vantage point of downtown stretching out over Freedom Parkway. It is completely free, open 24/7, and conveniently located just a short walk from the Martin Luther King Jr. National Historical Park.
Whether you are catching a glowing sunset, snapping a nighttime cityscape, or taking a quick selfie, it is the best spot to capture your quintessential Atlanta memory.
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It spans Freedom Parkway between Cain Street NE and Highland Avenue NE in the Old Fourth Ward neighborhood. It is easily walkable from the nearby Martin Luther King Jr. National Historical Park.
Sunset offers the most popular lighting for photography (the “golden hour”), while visiting at sunrise provides a quieter, traffic-free experience reminiscent of its famous appearance in The Walking Dead. Nighttime visits are also great for capturing the glowing downtown city lights.
Yes, it is simply a public sidewalk on a functioning bridge over a highway. There is no admission fee, and it is open 24/7.
Free street parking is available just a short walk away on John Wesley Dobbs Avenue, as well as limited spots directly on Jackson Street. Be sure to read all street signs to avoid residential permit zones.
Yes, the bridge features a standard, paved, ADA-accessible sidewalk. Since it sits alongside an active roadway, stay on the sidewalk and hold onto your phone or camera tightly, as the concrete barrier and railing are relatively low.
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