Downtown Athens Travel Guide
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Visit Downtown Athens
Stay near popular Downtown Athens attractions
Top hotels in Downtown Athens

Hyatt Place Athens/Downtown

Courtyard by Marriott Athens Downtown
"Good location"
Reviewed on 22 Aug 2026

The Bell Athens by Kasa Living
"Clean room"
Reviewed on 22 Jul 2026

Holiday Inn Express Athens by IHG
"This property is super convenient for UGA proximity! And they know it, and Overcharge for it. The halls and room decor is dark and old. I had a bathroom with Wall Sink—no countertop for toiletries—unacceptable. Coffee is brown water. Housekeeping must be short handed as they only provided fresh towels, ..."
Reviewed on 27 Aug 2026

Rivet House
"Hotel was lovely. My new favorite place to stay in Athens."
Reviewed on 27 Aug 2026

The University of Georgia Center for Continuing Education & Hotel
Where to stay in Downtown Athens

Baxter
If you're spending some time in Baxter, Original Fine Art Gallery and Tree That Owns Itself are top sights worth seeing.

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.
West Athens
When in West Athens, you can plan a visit to Georgia Square Mall and Athens Arena, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
North Athens
North Athens might not have many top sights, but Classic Center and Ware-Lyndon House are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
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.
