Downtown Athens Travel Guide
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Popular places to visit
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.
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.
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.
Classic Center
You can enjoy a show at Classic Center during your stay in Athens. While you're here, you can savour the lively bars.
Top hotels in Downtown Athens
Hyatt Place Athens/Downtown
The rates were quite high because it was the Allstate period, but the location and convenience were top-notch.
Reviewed on 7 Mar 2026
Courtyard by Marriott Athens Downtown
Room was great and the hotel was amazing
Reviewed on 22 Feb 2026
The Bell Athens by Kasa Living
Beautiful decor and very comfortable bed. Loved having the balcony too. Rooftop was amazing. Location best!!
Reviewed on 20 Feb 2026
The University of Georgia Center for Continuing Education & Hotel
My only observation was breakfast. The line was long and very slow and the food almost gone , even though still early (around 7:30), so by the time we got to be served there was not much variety of food and we could only choose one kind of drink, if I wanted juice I couldn’t have a coffee afterwards. ...
Reviewed on 10 Mar 2026
Holiday Inn Express Athens by IHG
It really pains me to say this because I HATE UGA and the BOOdog mutts, and Athens in general, GO JACKETS!!!! THWG!!! But this hotel was great. Front desk staff super friendly and helpful. Rooms were super clean and quiet. Pretty good breakfast. Good workout room. In the event of the apocalypse and ...
Reviewed on 7 Mar 2026
Quality Inn & Suites Athens University Area
They let us check in early. Bed was comfy. Town was almost sold out due to concert so we happy to get a room. Value for the price.
Reviewed on 1 Mar 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Downtown Athens
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.
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.
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.
Cobbham Historic District
Uncover some of the top draws of Cobbham Historic District like its live music and theatres. If you're hoping to see more of the larger area, stop by 40 Watt Club or The Georgia Theatre.
North Athens
North Athens might not have many top sights, but Classic Center and Hillside Park are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
Boulevard Historic District
Live music, theatres and bars are some highlights of Boulevard Historic District. You might stop by 40 Watt Club or The Georgia Theatre while you're in the area.
