Green Acres Travel Guide
Athens
Visit Green Acres
Popular places to visit
University of Georgia
Explore the campus of University of Georgia during your trip to Athens. Experience the area's live music and theatre scene.
State Botanical Garden of Georgia
Join a guided tour or use informative signs to explore miles of nature trails and view exotic plants in this outstanding garden.
The Georgia Theatre
You can get tickets for a performance at The Georgia Theatre on your trip to Athens. While you're here, you can savour the lively bars.
Georgia Museum of Art
View over 10,000 impressive works of art at this museum set on the University of Georgia campus.
Ware-Lyndon House
You can spend time exploring the galleries in Ware-Lyndon House in Athens. While you're here, you can savour the lively bars.
Sanford Stadium
Catch an event at Sanford Stadium during your trip to Athens. Experience the area's live music or attend a football match.
Top hotels in Green Acres
Holiday Inn Express Athens by IHG
"For an overnight stay in Athens, this was perfect. I appreciated how clean everything is, breakfast selection was very decent and fresh, staff was smiling and welcoming. Room was perfect for a quick business trip, loved that there was no creepy bed spread, everything looks pretty new and well maintained. ..."
Reviewed on 13 May 2026
Quality Inn & Suites Athens University Area
"It was a good stay for last minute."
Reviewed on 25 May 2026
The University of Georgia Center for Continuing Education & Hotel
"Highly recommend!"
Reviewed on 18 May 2026
Hyatt Place Athens/Downtown
"Clean, great parking close to everything downtown"
Reviewed on 20 May 2026
Rivet House
"My stay was really great. Self parking was pretty easy and the room was comfortable. I’d recommend this place to anyone in the area."
Reviewed on 26 May 2026
Comfort Inn & Suites Athens North
"Location worked for us BUT….. Check in person did not mention that our rooms would not be cleaned ….. UNLESS…. we asked for that service when we were checking in…. When we asked to speak to the manager…. We were told that it was his day off…. lol!!!! Their breakfast bar was pretty good and otherwise ..."
Reviewed on 24 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Green Acres
Five Points
While Five Points isn't home to many top sights, Stegeman Coliseum and Georgia Museum of Art are some notable places to visit nearby.
Athens Warehouse Historic District
If you're spending time in Athens Warehouse Historic District, you might enjoy its live music and theatres. If you've got time to venture a little farther, you can make a stop by Classic Center or The Georgia Theatre.
Downtown Athens
While visiting Downtown Athens, you might make a stop by sights like Classic Center and The Georgia Theatre.
Dearing Street Historic District
Live music and theatres are notable features of Dearing Street Historic District. You might consider stopping by Tree That Owns Itself while you're exploring the neighbourhood.
Reese Street Historic District
You might appreciate the live music and theatres in Reese Street Historic District, and if you're interested in seeing more of the area, 40 Watt Club and The Georgia Theatre are just a few notable stops.
Baxter
If you're spending some time in Baxter, Original Fine Art Gallery and Tree That Owns Itself are top sights worth seeing.
