Ponce City Market — Attraction in Atlanta

We went to Ponce City Market for the Verse Immersive game as a special treat for the end of summer. The Ponce City Market shops were to be expected, overpriced and not very engaging. This review is more about the Verse Immersive, which if you Google, you won't find reviews for. There's a reason for that. It was probably the worst gaming experiences we've had in Atlanta. We had the first time slot for the day. When we arrive, the staff member was on her phone and had not even started setting up, even though she has a list of appointments and how many people were in each party. She asks which games we want to play; they only have 4 of the games advertised on the web site. Ten minutes of her trying to cobble together 3 headsets for our group and 2 headsets for another group who arrived at the same time. The headsets are completely falling apart, many held together with gray tape. She gives the two best headsets to the other group who are only doing one game, and the remaining 3 beat up, falling apart headsets to our group that paid for 2 games+1 kinetic game. She starts the other group with their game, then my two kids, and my headset completely falls apart. Now these games were supposed to be interactive where you are playing with your group, but there is little real interaction. We are in an open loft area with sunshine coming through the blinds, with our group working around the other group, playing two different games. You can see the loft blended with the game, I am holding my headset up so it's not falling off, it barely recognizes your hand gestures, and the game glitches and pauses for loading quite frequently. We finish the first game (Unreal Garden), which was OK (little did I realize, it would be the best of the 3). Then we had to wait another 10 minutes while the staff member finishes gossiping with another staff member and tries to cobble together 3 headsets that will work again. The second game (Primal Ranch) is just plain bad, lots of narration, no clear instructions, and not much actual game. I didn't play the final kinetic game (Primal Fighter) because I was just done. My kids participated and it was over in less than 10 minutes. I'm not quite sure how 3 people could have played the kinetic game anyway. For $180, I expected a lot more. It was a complete disappointment; definitely do not recommend. There are a LOT better activities that you can spend that kind of money on in Atlanta. We then went downstairs and had dinner, which was very good. In total, I would give 5 stars for the restaurants, 1 star for the other shops, and -5 stars for Verse. We definitely will...

I love PCM (Ponce City Market) for so many reasons: direct access to the Atlanta Beltline, delicious and reasonably priced food, a fun and unique shopping experience, the perfect place to people watch, and how the City of Atlanta managed to renovate the building while still maintain its history. The most intriguing thing to me is the history and background of Ponce City Market. Used for over 1/2 century by Sears, Roebuck, & Co., it became Atlanta's "City Hall East" during the 1990's-early 2000's. I rember going there to get some paper work to get my car out of town (thanks City of Atlanta Parking) and remember being in awe of the beauty that remained I'm the mostly dilapidated building that stood at a prominent intersection on Ponce. With the Beltline Project and the City of Atlanta's revamp of the area, in 2014 it was reopened as Ponce City Market, and it promised to be a new and unique "live, work, play" spot that actually embraced it's history and past instead of completing demolishing the building and starting a new. I am certainly glad they did, because what stands now is a remarkably beautiful, historically-rich and interesting piece of architecture. I hope Atlanta continues these kinds of renovations and continues to preserve the rich history of building by improving and modeling buildings but keeping a touch of the past. It would be awesome if others would follow suit as well. In my opinion, it's atmosphere is like no other and going there for a quick bite or shopping excursion will be sure to leave you with a...

Ponce City Market, located in Atlanta, is a vibrant and bustling destination that offers a unique blend of shopping, dining, entertainment, and cultural experiences. Housed in a historic building that was once a Sears, Roebuck & Co. distribution center, Ponce City Market seamlessly combines the charm of the past with modern amenities.

The market boasts a diverse array of shops, ranging from boutique fashion stores to artisanal craft shops, ensuring there's something for everyone. Visitors can explore the bustling corridors filled with local artisans, international brands, and eclectic boutiques.

Food lovers will be delighted by the culinary offerings at Ponce City Market. The food hall features a wide selection of eateries serving everything from gourmet burgers and wood-fired pizzas to authentic Asian cuisine and decadent desserts. Whether you're craving Southern comfort food or exotic flavors from around the world, you're sure to find a dish that satisfies your palate.

In addition to shopping and dining, Ponce City Market offers plenty of entertainment options. Visitors can catch a movie at the onsite theater, enjoy live music performances, or simply soak in the vibrant atmosphere while strolling through the market's outdoor spaces.

Overall, Ponce City Market is a must-visit destination in Atlanta, offering a dynamic mix of shopping, dining, and entertainment in a historic setting. Whether you're a local resident or a visitor to the city, a trip to Ponce City Market is sure to be a...