Atlanta Spends Some $8 Million a Year on Underground Atlanta

Sunday January 27, 2013

By Susan Finch

The Atlanta Journal Constitution reported on some of Atlanta's ailing and aging attractions, including Underground Atlanta.

"Underground Atlanta hasn't come close to recapturing the groovy vibe of the 1970s, which raised hopes that it could help make Atlanta a 24-hour city." The newspaper reports the city spends upwards of $8 million a year to subsidize the complex

Tourists are often disappointed by the complex, citing safety concerns and a lack of amenities.

I would like to see the city push Underground Atlanta's historical significance, as a former train depot, and emphasizing tours and more behind-the-scenes access.

What do you think? Is Underground Atlanta overrated? What other city attractions could use a makeover?

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