Sweet Auburn Historic District Travel Guide
Atlanta
Visit Sweet Auburn Historic District
Popular places to visit
Martin Luther King Jr. National Historic Site
See where this Nobel Peace Prize laureate was born, stand in the church where he preached, and read about his life and work.
Ebenezer Baptist Church of Atlanta
The most prominent figure from the U.S. civil rights movement preached in what is now known as America’s Freedom Church for its role in a move toward equality.
The King Center
You can study the exhibits at The King Center, a museum with a story of its own, during your travels to Atlanta. Discover the lively bars and acclaimed theatre scene in this vibrant area.
Walden Athletics Complex
You can take time to visit Walden Athletics Complex during your travels to Atlanta. Make some time to visit the shops while you're in the area.
John Wesley Dobbs Monument
You can learn about the history of Atlanta with a visit to John Wesley Dobbs Monument. Make some time to visit the shops while you're in the area.
Prince Hall Masons Grand Lodge
You can learn about the history of Atlanta with a trip to Prince Hall Masons Grand Lodge. Make some time to visit the shops while you're in the area.
Things to do
World of Coca-Cola General Admission Ticket
Atlanta: SkyView Ferris Wheel Ticket
Atlanta: Center for Puppetry Arts, Worlds of Puppetry Museum
Atlanta: Atlanta Braves' Truist Park Guided Tour
Top hotels in Sweet Auburn Historic District
Atlanta Marriott Marquis
The parking wasn’t to my liking. And that traffic down there on Saturday night was ridiculous. Other than that my stay was great! Hotel is beautiful, rooms were very nice and comfortable.
Reviewed on 14 May 2026
Reverb by Hard Rock Atlanta Downtown
Great Location especially if going to a game or concert. The staff is friendly, the rooms are clean, and bar on main level is what’s happening, had a dj and a Photo Booth equipped. Wish I got to the roof top bar (one of the reasons I booked) but there was a private event! Disappointed but that means ...
Reviewed on 15 May 2026
Hilton Atlanta
Close to where I needed to be.. easy walk from the Marta (downhill) .. made travel from the airport fast and cheap ...not the cleanest and safest feeling train system tho.
Reviewed on 14 May 2026
The Westin Atlanta Airport
We frequently stay at the Westin after arriving on a late flight. The hotel is furnished nicely, the rooms are spacious and clean. We particularly like that the bar and restaurant are open late. But… the price to park for one night is ridiculously high. The last five times we stayed there, we had ...
Reviewed on 15 May 2026
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Atlanta Airport North
Overall the hotel was decent. Card for parking didn’t seem to work. They charged me $100 for incidentals, but all I use was parking at $15/day for two days
Reviewed on 16 May 2026
Hyatt Regency Atlanta Downtown
great place to stay during FWA
Reviewed on 17 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Sweet Auburn Historic District
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.
Old Fourth Ward
If you're spending some time in Old Fourth Ward, Ponce City Market and Central Park are top sights worth seeing.
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.
SoNo
If you're spending some time in SoNo, New American Shakespeare Tavern and Atlanta Civic Center are top sights worth seeing.
South Downtown
While you're in South Downtown, take in top sights like Underground Atlanta and jump on the metro at Garnett Station to see more of the city.
