South Downtown Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

South Downtown
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Atlanta showing heritage architecture and a house
Atlanta featuring marine life and interior views as well as a family
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Popular places to visit

Underground Atlanta

Underground Atlanta

You can find out about the history of Atlanta when you stop by Underground Atlanta. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the lively bars while you're in the area.

Underground Atlanta
Georgia State Capitol

Georgia State Capitol

This lofty building on Washington Street is the most important government building in the state.

Georgia State Capitol
Georgia Aquarium featuring marine life

Georgia Aquarium

4.5/5(3 reviews)

With more than 45 million litres of water, don't miss the world's largest aquarium in the heart of downtown Georgia.

Georgia Aquarium
Mercedes-Benz Stadium

Mercedes-Benz Stadium

5/5(2 reviews)

Catch an event at Mercedes-Benz Stadium during your trip to Atlanta. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the lively bars while you're in the area.

Mercedes-Benz Stadium
Truist Park

Truist Park

Catch an event at Truist Park during your trip to Atlanta. Discover the area's top-notch restaurants and its lively festivals.

Truist Park
Emory University

Emory University

3/5(1 review)

Walk around the campus of Emory University, a top university in Atlanta. Experience the area's acclaimed art galleries and entertainment choices.

Emory University

Activities

Atlanta Styled Photo Shoot

Atlanta Styled Photo Shoot

AU$121
per adult
Atlanta Styled Photo Shoot
Atlanta: Sloomoo Institute Admission Ticket

Atlanta: Sloomoo Institute Admission Ticket

AU$76
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Atlanta: Sloomoo Institute Admission Ticket
Martin Luther King Jr National Historic Site in Atlanta

Dr. Martin Luther King's Tour

AU$61
per traveller
Dr. Martin Luther King's Tour
Center for Puppetry Arts: Worlds of Puppetry Museum

Center for Puppetry Arts: Worlds of Puppetry Museum

AU$27
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Center for Puppetry Arts: Worlds of Puppetry Museum
Atlanta: Ponce City Market 2.5-Hour Weekend Food Tour

Atlanta: Ponce City Market 2.5-Hour Weekend Food Tour

AU$159
per adult
Atlanta: Ponce City Market 2.5-Hour Weekend Food Tour
Atlanta: Walking Food Tour

Atlanta: Walking Food Tour

AU$157
per adult
Atlanta: Walking Food Tour
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Our pick of the best South Downtown Hotel Deals

Courtland Grand Hotel, Trademark Collection by Wyndham
Courtland Grand Hotel, Trademark Collection by Wyndham
4 out of 5
165 Courtland Street NE, Atlanta, GA
The price is AU$177 per night from 18 Mar to 19 Mar
AU$177
includes taxes & fees
18 Mar - 19 Mar
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Atlanta. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a fitness center. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful ...
7.2/10 Good! (3,962 reviews)
"Hallways need design update. Staff works hard, but not enough people can help the volume of guests."

Reviewed on 14 Feb. 2025

Courtland Grand Hotel, Trademark Collection by Wyndham
Radisson Hotel Atlanta Airport
Radisson Hotel Atlanta Airport
3.5 out of 5
4475 Best Road, College Park, GA
The price is AU$224 per night from 19 Feb to 20 Feb
AU$224
includes taxes & fees
19 Feb - 20 Feb
Stay at this 3.5-star business-friendly hotel in College Park. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a free airport shuttle. Our guests praise the helpful ...
8/10 Very Good! (2,053 reviews)
"Good customer service and clean environment."

Reviewed on 14 Feb. 2025

Radisson Hotel Atlanta Airport
The Westin Buckhead Atlanta
The Westin Buckhead Atlanta
4 out of 5
3391 Peachtree Rd Ne, Atlanta, GA
The price is AU$256 per night from 1 Mar to 2 Mar
AU$256
includes taxes & fees
1 Mar - 2 Mar
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Atlanta. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,003 reviews)
"Great! Loved the sparkling water fountain in the lobby and the quick to go coffee bar."

Reviewed on 11 Feb. 2025

The Westin Buckhead Atlanta
The Georgian Terrace Hotel
The Georgian Terrace Hotel
4 out of 5
659 Peachtree St NE, Atlanta, GA
The price is AU$299 per night from 2 Mar to 3 Mar
AU$299
includes taxes & fees
2 Mar - 3 Mar
Book a stay at this spa aparthotel in Atlanta. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and a fitness center. Our guests praise the bar and the helpful staff in ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (2,071 reviews)
"This is my normal stay when I am attending performances at the FOX. Every stay is an excellence experience."

Reviewed on 14 Feb. 2025

The Georgian Terrace Hotel
The Westin Peachtree Plaza, Atlanta
The Westin Peachtree Plaza, Atlanta
4 out of 5
210 Peachtree St. NW, Atlanta, GA
The price is AU$238 per night from 16 Mar to 17 Mar
AU$238
includes taxes & fees
16 Mar - 17 Mar
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Atlanta. Enjoy 2 restaurants, 2 bars/lounges, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and ...
7.8/10 Good! (2,034 reviews)
"Everything was beautiful"

Reviewed on 14 Feb. 2025

The Westin Peachtree Plaza, Atlanta
Atlanta Marriott Marquis
Atlanta Marriott Marquis
4 out of 5
265 Peachtree Center Ave Ne, Atlanta, GA
The price is AU$268 per night from 16 Mar to 17 Mar
AU$268
includes taxes & fees
16 Mar - 17 Mar
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Atlanta. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), a fitness center, and valet parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the pool ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (2,915 reviews)
"Great stay! Helpful staff, clean rooms, and great location. There were multiple events going on the same weekend, yet it wasn’t chaotic. Would definitely stay again!"

Reviewed on 9 Feb. 2025

Atlanta Marriott Marquis
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Other neighbourhoods around South Downtown

CNN Center which includes signage and interior views

Fairlie-Poplar Historic District

The ample dining options and popular aquarium are top of the list for many visitors to Fairlie-Poplar Historic District. A stop by Tabernacle or SkyView Atlanta might round out your trip.

Fairlie-Poplar Historic District
World of Coca Cola which includes autumn colours, a skyscraper and skyline

Downtown Atlanta

3.5/5(11 area reviews)

Mercedes-Benz Stadium and Centennial Olympic Park are a few top attractions in Downtown Atlanta. Hop around the city on the metro at Five Points Station or Dome-GWCC-Philips Arena-CNN Center Station and check out the area's must-see aquarium, great live music and popular shops.

Downtown Atlanta
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Peachtree Center

While you're in Peachtree Center, take in top sights like AmericasMart and jump on the metro at Peachtree Center Station to see more of the city.

Peachtree Center
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Luckie-Marietta District

If you're spending some time in Luckie-Marietta District, World of Coca-Cola and Centennial Olympic Park are top sights worth seeing.

Luckie-Marietta District
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Old Fourth Ward

If you're spending some time in Old Fourth Ward, Central Park and Atlanta Civic Center are top sights worth seeing.

Old Fourth Ward
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Midtown

4/5(4 area reviews)

Travellers love Midtown for its fantastic nightlife, and you can see more of Atlanta by jumping on the metro at Midtown Station or Arts Center Station. You might spend time checking out top sights like Margaret Mitchell House and Museum and Atlanta Symphony Hall.

Midtown

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