{"id":19622,"date":"2025-07-30T11:49:05","date_gmt":"2025-07-30T06:19:05","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.indianeagle.com\/traveldiary\/?p=19622"},"modified":"2025-07-30T11:56:50","modified_gmt":"2025-07-30T06:26:50","slug":"best-us-airports-for-layover-tours-when-traveling-to-india","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.indianeagle.com\/traveldiary\/best-us-airports-for-layover-tours-when-traveling-to-india\/","title":{"rendered":"Best US Airports for Layover Tours When Flying to India"},"content":{"rendered":"<figure id=\"attachment_19625\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-19625\" style=\"width: 800px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-19625 size-full\" title=\"best us airports for layover tours\" src=\"https:\/\/tds.indianeagle.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/best-us-airports-for-layovers-01.png\" alt=\"best us airports for layover tours\" width=\"800\" height=\"533\" srcset=\"https:\/\/tds.indianeagle.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/best-us-airports-for-layovers-01.png 800w, https:\/\/tds.indianeagle.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/best-us-airports-for-layovers-01-300x200.png 300w, https:\/\/tds.indianeagle.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/best-us-airports-for-layovers-01-768x512.png 768w, https:\/\/tds.indianeagle.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/best-us-airports-for-layovers-01-630x420.png 630w, https:\/\/tds.indianeagle.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/best-us-airports-for-layovers-01-640x426.png 640w, https:\/\/tds.indianeagle.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/best-us-airports-for-layovers-01-681x454.png 681w, https:\/\/tds.indianeagle.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/best-us-airports-for-layovers-01-150x100.png 150w, https:\/\/tds.indianeagle.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/best-us-airports-for-layovers-01-272x182.png 272w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-19625\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Source: Freepik<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Got a long layover in the US on your way to India? Instead of waiting at the gate, make the most of your time with airport layover tours. You can get guided or self-paced tours to nearby attractions at many US airports. No matter if you have a layover of 5 or 10 hours, explore landmarks like parks, waterfronts, or famous bridges. JFK and SFO, known as one of the best US airports for layover tours, are within easy reach of popular tourist attractions.\u00a0<\/span><\/p><div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_71 ez-toc-wrap-left counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title ez-toc-toggle\" style=\"cursor:pointer\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #0a0a0a;color:#0a0a0a\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #0a0a0a;color:#0a0a0a\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/www.indianeagle.com\/traveldiary\/best-us-airports-for-layover-tours-when-traveling-to-india\/#San_Francisco_International_Airport_SFO\" title=\"San Francisco International Airport (SFO)\">San Francisco International Airport (SFO)<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-5' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-5'><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-5' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-5'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/www.indianeagle.com\/traveldiary\/best-us-airports-for-layover-tours-when-traveling-to-india\/#Can_you_leave_SFO_during_a_layover\" title=\"Can you leave SFO during a layover?\">Can you leave SFO during a layover?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-5'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/www.indianeagle.com\/traveldiary\/best-us-airports-for-layover-tours-when-traveling-to-india\/#Is_it_free_or_paid\" title=\"Is it free or paid?\">Is it free or paid?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-5'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/www.indianeagle.com\/traveldiary\/best-us-airports-for-layover-tours-when-traveling-to-india\/#How_to_get_from_SFO_to_downtown_during_a_San_Francisco_Airport_layover\" title=\"How to get from SFO to downtown during a San Francisco Airport layover?\">How to get from SFO to downtown during a San Francisco Airport layover?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-5'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/www.indianeagle.com\/traveldiary\/best-us-airports-for-layover-tours-when-traveling-to-india\/#What_tourist_places_in_San_Francisco_can_I_explore_during_an_airport_layover\" title=\"What tourist places in San Francisco can I explore during an airport layover?\">What tourist places in San Francisco can I explore during an airport layover?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-5'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/www.indianeagle.com\/traveldiary\/best-us-airports-for-layover-tours-when-traveling-to-india\/#Tip_for_an_Airport_Layover_Tour_at_SFO\" title=\"Tip for an Airport Layover Tour at SFO\">Tip for an Airport Layover Tour at SFO<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/www.indianeagle.com\/traveldiary\/best-us-airports-for-layover-tours-when-traveling-to-india\/#John_F_Kennedy_International_Airport_JFK\" title=\"John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)\">John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-5' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-5'><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-5' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-5'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/www.indianeagle.com\/traveldiary\/best-us-airports-for-layover-tours-when-traveling-to-india\/#Can_you_leave_JFK_during_a_layover\" title=\"Can you leave JFK during a layover?\">Can you leave JFK during a layover?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-5'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/www.indianeagle.com\/traveldiary\/best-us-airports-for-layover-tours-when-traveling-to-india\/#Is_it_free_or_paid-2\" title=\"Is it free or paid?\">Is it free or paid?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-5'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/www.indianeagle.com\/traveldiary\/best-us-airports-for-layover-tours-when-traveling-to-india\/#How_to_get_from_JFK_to_Manhattan_during_a_New_York_Airport_layover\" title=\"How to get from JFK to Manhattan during a New York Airport layover?\">How to get from JFK to Manhattan during a New York Airport layover?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-5'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/www.indianeagle.com\/traveldiary\/best-us-airports-for-layover-tours-when-traveling-to-india\/#What_tourist_places_in_New_York_can_I_explore_during_an_airport_layover\" title=\"What tourist places in New York can I explore during an airport layover?\">What tourist places in New York can I explore during an airport layover?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-5'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/www.indianeagle.com\/traveldiary\/best-us-airports-for-layover-tours-when-traveling-to-india\/#Tip_for_an_Airport_Layover_Tour_at_JFK\" title=\"Tip for an Airport Layover Tour at JFK\">Tip for an Airport Layover Tour at JFK<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/www.indianeagle.com\/traveldiary\/best-us-airports-for-layover-tours-when-traveling-to-india\/#Los_Angeles_International_Airport_LAX\" title=\"Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)\">Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-5' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-5'><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-5' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-5'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/www.indianeagle.com\/traveldiary\/best-us-airports-for-layover-tours-when-traveling-to-india\/#Can_you_leave_LAX_during_a_layover\" title=\"Can you leave LAX during a layover?\">Can you leave LAX during a layover?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-5'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-15\" href=\"https:\/\/www.indianeagle.com\/traveldiary\/best-us-airports-for-layover-tours-when-traveling-to-india\/#Is_it_free_or_paid-3\" title=\"Is it free or paid?\">Is it free or paid?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-5'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-16\" href=\"https:\/\/www.indianeagle.com\/traveldiary\/best-us-airports-for-layover-tours-when-traveling-to-india\/#How_to_get_from_LAX_to_downtown_during_a_Los_Angeles_Airport_layover\" title=\"How to get from LAX to downtown during a Los Angeles Airport layover?\">How to get from LAX to downtown during a Los Angeles Airport layover?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-5'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-17\" href=\"https:\/\/www.indianeagle.com\/traveldiary\/best-us-airports-for-layover-tours-when-traveling-to-india\/#What_tourist_places_in_Los_Angeles_can_I_explore_during_an_airport_layover\" title=\"What tourist places in Los Angeles can I explore during an airport layover?\">What tourist places in Los Angeles can I explore during an airport layover?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-5'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-18\" href=\"https:\/\/www.indianeagle.com\/traveldiary\/best-us-airports-for-layover-tours-when-traveling-to-india\/#Tip_for_an_Airport_Layover_Tour_at_LAX\" title=\"Tip for an Airport Layover Tour at LAX\">Tip for an Airport Layover Tour at LAX<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-19\" href=\"https:\/\/www.indianeagle.com\/traveldiary\/best-us-airports-for-layover-tours-when-traveling-to-india\/#Hartsfield-Jackson_Atlanta_International_Airport_ATL\" title=\"Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL)\">Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL)<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-5' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-5'><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-5' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-5'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-20\" href=\"https:\/\/www.indianeagle.com\/traveldiary\/best-us-airports-for-layover-tours-when-traveling-to-india\/#Can_you_leave_ATL_during_a_layover\" title=\"Can you leave ATL during a layover?\">Can you leave ATL during a layover?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-5'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-21\" href=\"https:\/\/www.indianeagle.com\/traveldiary\/best-us-airports-for-layover-tours-when-traveling-to-india\/#Is_it_free_or_paid-4\" title=\"Is it free or paid?\">Is it free or paid?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-5'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-22\" href=\"https:\/\/www.indianeagle.com\/traveldiary\/best-us-airports-for-layover-tours-when-traveling-to-india\/#How_to_get_from_ATL_to_downtown_during_an_Atlanta_Airport_layover\" title=\"How to get from ATL to downtown during an Atlanta Airport layover?\">How to get from ATL to downtown during an Atlanta Airport layover?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-5'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-23\" href=\"https:\/\/www.indianeagle.com\/traveldiary\/best-us-airports-for-layover-tours-when-traveling-to-india\/#What_tourist_places_in_Atlanta_can_I_explore_during_an_airport_layover\" title=\"What tourist places in Atlanta can I explore during an airport layover?\">What tourist places in Atlanta can I explore during an airport layover?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-5'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-24\" href=\"https:\/\/www.indianeagle.com\/traveldiary\/best-us-airports-for-layover-tours-when-traveling-to-india\/#Tip_for_an_Airport_Layover_Tour_at_ATL\" title=\"Tip for an Airport Layover Tour at ATL\">Tip for an Airport Layover Tour at ATL<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Many US airport layover tours come with flexible schedules and can be free or at a low cost, offering a quick and enriching experience. Travelers with TSA PreCheck or Global Entry can also breeze through security quickly after returning, giving even more time to explore.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Also Read:<\/b> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.indianeagle.com\/traveldiary\/indian-eagle-international-flight-coupon-giveaway\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Indian Eagle International Flight Coupon Giveaway<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"San_Francisco_International_Airport_SFO\"><\/span><b>San Francisco International Airport (SFO)<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you have a layover of more than 5 hours at San Francisco International Airport (SFO), you can venture out for a quick trip. The Bay Area Rapid Transit (BART) system connects SFO to downtown San Francisco in about 30 minutes. You can also explore with a personalized tour from services like City Unscripted.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h5><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Can_you_leave_SFO_during_a_layover\"><\/span><b>Can you leave SFO during a layover?<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h5>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Yes, with a 5+ hour layover, you can explore San Francisco, but make sure to clear U.S. Customs and meet visa requirements if applicable.<\/span><\/p>\n<h5><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Is_it_free_or_paid\"><\/span><b>Is it free or paid?<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h5>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Guided tours are available for a fee, or you can explore independently, paying for transport, meals, and attractions.<\/span><\/p>\n<h5><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_to_get_from_SFO_to_downtown_during_a_San_Francisco_Airport_layover\"><\/span><b>How to get from SFO to downtown during a San Francisco Airport layover?<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h5>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">You can take the BART, which connects SFO to downtown in about 30 minutes. Alternatively, rideshare services are also available for <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.indianeagle.com\/traveldiary\/best-ways-to-getting-around-san-francisco\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">getting around San Francisco<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.<\/span><\/p>\n<h5><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_tourist_places_in_San_Francisco_can_I_explore_during_an_airport_layover\"><\/span><b>What tourist places in San Francisco can I explore during an airport layover?<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h5>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Explore Union Square, Fisherman&#8217;s Wharf, Chinatown, Golden Gate Park, and the Mission District.<\/span><\/p>\n<h5><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Tip_for_an_Airport_Layover_Tour_at_SFO\"><\/span><b>Tip for an Airport Layover Tour at SFO<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h5>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Use contactless payment for BART or Muni buses to save time. Luggage storage is also available at the airport.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"John_F_Kennedy_International_Airport_JFK\"><\/span><b>John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">JFK doesn\u2019t just connect flights. It connects you to the pulse of New York. If you\u2019ve got the time and the nerve to leave the terminal, even a few hours can give you a real taste of the city. But in New York, time moves fast, so make every minute count.<\/span><\/p>\n<h5><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Can_you_leave_JFK_during_a_layover\"><\/span><b>Can you leave JFK during a layover?<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h5>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Yes. With at least six hours to spare and no immigration delays, you can step out. International travelers must meet visa requirements before heading off.<\/span><\/p>\n<h5><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Is_it_free_or_paid-2\"><\/span><b>Is it free or paid?<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h5>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">You\u2019ll spend on transit, food, and any stops you make. Self-guided tours from <a href=\"https:\/\/www.indianeagle.com\/usa\/flights\/airports\/john-f-kennedy-international-airport-jfk\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">John F. Kennedy International Airport<\/a> are affordable.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h5><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_to_get_from_JFK_to_Manhattan_during_a_New_York_Airport_layover\"><\/span><b>How to get from JFK to Manhattan during a New York Airport layover?<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h5>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Take the AirTrain to Jamaica Station. From there, choose the E subway or the Long Island Rail Road. The ride to Midtown takes about an hour, give or take.<\/span><\/p>\n<h5><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_tourist_places_in_New_York_can_I_explore_during_an_airport_layover\"><\/span><b>What tourist places in New York can I explore during an airport layover?<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h5>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you\u2019re short on time, don\u2019t wander too far. Flushing Meadows is nearby and peaceful. With more room on the clock, head into Manhattan, see Bryant Park, grab lunch at Grand Central, or take a quick walk through Central Park.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Also Read:<\/b><a href=\"https:\/\/www.indianeagle.com\/traveldiary\/places-to-visit-in-new-york-in-winter\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Best Places To Visit in New York in Winter<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h5><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Tip_for_an_Airport_Layover_Tour_at_JFK\"><\/span><b>Tip for an Airport Layover Tour at JFK<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h5>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Skip the subway if you\u2019re in a rush. The Long Island Rail Road gets you there faster. JFK doesn\u2019t offer luggage storage, so pack light or use a storage service near Penn Station.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Los_Angeles_International_Airport_LAX\"><\/span><b>Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">LAX sits at the edge of one of the world\u2019s most cinematic coastlines. If your layover is long enough, don\u2019t stay stuck inside. Even a few hours can get you to the ocean, a taco stand, or a wide sky full of sunlight. The key is to stay close and move smart.<\/span><\/p>\n<h5><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Can_you_leave_LAX_during_a_layover\"><\/span><b>Can you leave LAX during a layover?<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h5>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Yes. A layover of five hours or more gives you room to step out. Just avoid pushing your luck with traffic, it\u2019s real and unpredictable.<\/span><\/p>\n<h5><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Is_it_free_or_paid-3\"><\/span><b>Is it free or paid?<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h5>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">You\u2019ll pay for transport, food, and anything else you add. Guided layover tours are available but not necessary so you can even explore on your own.<\/span><\/p>\n<h5><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_to_get_from_LAX_to_downtown_during_a_Los_Angeles_Airport_layover\"><\/span><b>How to get from LAX to downtown during a Los Angeles Airport layover?<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h5>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Skip downtown unless you have extra time. For faster freedom, book a rideshare. Manhattan Beach, Venice, and Santa Monica are all within 30 minutes if the roads are kind.<\/span><\/p>\n<h5><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_tourist_places_in_Los_Angeles_can_I_explore_during_an_airport_layover\"><\/span><b>What tourist places in Los Angeles can I explore during an airport layover?<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h5>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Manhattan Beach is perfect for short escapes during an airport layover tour. A quiet pier, cafes, and a straight shot back to the airport. Visiting Venice Beach is one of the <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.indianeagle.com\/traveldiary\/best-things-to-do-in-los-angeles\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">best things to do in Los Angeles<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> for art lovers due to its colorful street art. Santa Monica gives you the pier, shopping, and sunsets if you\u2019re lucky.<\/span><\/p>\n<h5><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Tip_for_an_Airport_Layover_Tour_at_LAX\"><\/span><b>Tip for an Airport Layover Tour at LAX<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h5>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">LAX doesn\u2019t store luggage. Use Bounce or ask nearby hotels if they\u2019ll hold your bag for a tip. Always leave time for the return trip, buffer at least 90 minutes.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Hartsfield-Jackson_Atlanta_International_Airport_ATL\"><\/span><b>Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL)<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">ATL moves more people than any other airport on the planet. But if you\u2019ve got time, you don\u2019t have to just wait in line. It is one of the best US airports for layover tours. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.indianeagle.com\/flights\/business-class-flights-to-hartsfield-jackson-atlanta-international-airport-atl\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport<\/a> offers quick connections not just to other cities but to tourist places in Atlanta. These nearby attractions are a way to create memories no matter if you enjoy art, soul food, or aviation history.<\/span><\/p>\n<h5><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Can_you_leave_ATL_during_a_layover\"><\/span><b>Can you leave ATL during a layover?<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h5>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Yes. A four to five hour layover gives you a chance to see something real. Just stay aware of time, security lines can back up.<\/span><\/p>\n<h5><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Is_it_free_or_paid-4\"><\/span><b>Is it free or paid?<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h5>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/en.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/Metropolitan_Atlanta_Rapid_Transit_Authority\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">MARTA<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> gets you downtown for around five dollars round trip. From there, it depends. Museums and meals vary by choice.<\/span><\/p>\n<h5><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_to_get_from_ATL_to_downtown_during_an_Atlanta_Airport_layover\"><\/span><b>How to get from ATL to downtown during an Atlanta Airport layover?<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h5>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Take MARTA directly from the airport\u2019s Domestic Terminal. It runs straight into the heart of the city in about 20 minutes.<\/span><\/p>\n<h5><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_tourist_places_in_Atlanta_can_I_explore_during_an_airport_layover\"><\/span><b>What tourist places in Atlanta can I explore during an airport layover?<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h5>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Visiting the iconic Centennial Olympic Park is one of the best <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.indianeagle.com\/traveldiary\/fun-things-to-do-in-atlanta\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">things to do in Atlanta<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. You\u2019ll be steps from the Georgia Aquarium, World of Coca Cola, and local restaurants. Want to stay closer? The Delta Flight Museum and Porsche Experience Center are just a short ride from the terminal.<\/span><\/p>\n<h5><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Tip_for_an_Airport_Layover_Tour_at_ATL\"><\/span><b>Tip for an Airport Layover Tour at ATL<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h5>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">ATL has no baggage storage. Drop off services like Bounce are your best bet or ask a hotel nearby. Always return at least one hour before boarding and if you&#8217;re not PreCheck, give yourself extra room.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Hopefully, this US airport layover guide makes your next trip enriching. Travel Diary curates helpful tips and guides to help travelers in making their journeys more enjoyable and less stressful. Grab<a href=\"https:\/\/www.indianeagle.com\/flights\/deals\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"> cheap Indian Eagle deals<\/a>\u00a0for your travel to India United Airlines, Qatar Airways, Emirates, Air India or Turkish Airlines.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">What do you think are the best US airports for layover tours? Comment below and let us know if you have ever opted for a US airport layover tour.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<table>\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td><b><i>Disclaimer:\u00a0<\/i><\/b><i>Indian Eagle claims no credit for the images featured on its blog site. All the visual content is copyrighted to its respective owners only. We mention the source name of the image whenever possible and found. However, if we miss acknowledging the owner\u2019s source, please contact us. In case, owners don\u2019t want us to use their images, we will remove them promptly. 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