South Downtown Travel Guide
Atlanta
Visit South Downtown
Popular places to visit
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.
Georgia State Capitol
This lofty building on Washington Street is the most important government building in the state.
Mercedes-Benz Stadium
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.
Georgia Aquarium
Discover thousands of sea creatures at the world’s biggest aquarium.
State Farm Arena
The home of the Atlanta Hawks and the Atlanta Dream basketball teams is a multi-purpose indoor venue for games, concerts and shows.
Emory University
Walk around the campus of Emory University, a top university in Atlanta. Experience the area's fascinating museums and lively festivals.
Things to do
Atlanta: SkyView Ferris Wheel Ticket
LEGO Discovery Center Admission Ticket
Center for Puppetry Arts:: Worlds of Puppetry Museum
World of Coca-Cola Ticket & Guided Tour with VIP Polar Bear Photo
The Escape Game at The Interlock in Atlanta
Top hotels in South Downtown
The Connally Hotel Downtown Atlanta, an Ascend Collection Hotel
The stay was great, room was clean, don't lose your parking stub if you have them valet you....
Reviewed on 17 Dec 2025
Origin Atlanta, a Wyndham Hotel
I had a great stay at this hotel. The front desk staff was amazing, welcoming, and very helpful throughout my visit. The room was clean and comfortable, and despite seeing some other reviews mention hot water issues, I had no problems at all and had consistent hot water during my stay. Overall, it ...
Reviewed on 17 Dec 2025
The Westin Peachtree Plaza, Atlanta
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Reviewed on 18 Dec 2025
Hilton Atlanta
Big hotel, but helpful staff, providing 3 restaurants is another plus
Reviewed on 11 Dec 2025
Hampton Inn & Suites Atlanta Buckhead Place
All was goo with the exception of one clerk who needs to work on customer service skills. Younger short Afro with glasses. Kinda rude condescending and wouldn’t greet. Everyone and everything else was great!
Reviewed on 16 Dec 2025
Hyatt Regency Atlanta Downtown
I didn't eat at the hotel. I went out and met friends for dinner.
Reviewed on 19 Dec 2025
Other neighbourhoods around South Downtown
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.
Downtown Atlanta
Mercedes-Benz Stadium and State Farm Arena 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.
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.
Luckie-Marietta District
If you're spending some time in Luckie-Marietta District, World of Coca-Cola and National Center for Civil and Human Rights are top sights worth seeing.
Old Fourth Ward
If you're spending some time in Old Fourth Ward, Central Park and Atlanta Civic Center are top sights worth seeing.
Midtown
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 McCamish Pavilion.
