Downtown Athens Travel Guide

Athens

A cityscape with a prominent building featuring a green dome and clock tower, surrounded by other historic architecture and a wide street.
A historical cannon with large wheels, placed on a paved area with a sign in the background.
A historic building with a clock tower and a statue in front.
A classical building with large columns, a central entrance, and a symmetrical facade.
A historic building with a clock tower and a cannon.

Stay near popular Downtown Athens attractions

The Georgia Theatre

9.0/10 (297 reviews)
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.
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Top hotels in Downtown Athens

Hyatt Place Athens/Downtown

Hyatt Place Athens/Downtown

3 out of 5
412 North Thomas Street Athens GA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is ฿5,080 per night from 15 Nov to 16 Nov
฿5,080
฿6,010 total
15 Nov - 16 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Athens. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
Hyatt Place Athens/Downtown
Courtyard by Marriott Athens Downtown

Courtyard by Marriott Athens Downtown

3 out of 5
390 E Washington Street Athens GA
The price is ฿4,783 per night from 8 Nov to 9 Nov
฿4,783
฿5,668 total
8 Nov - 9 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Athens. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
Courtyard by Marriott Athens Downtown
The Bell Athens by Kasa Living

The Bell Athens by Kasa Living

3.5 out of 5
183 W Clayton St Athens GA
The price is ฿12,166 per night from 20 Oct to 21 Oct
฿12,166
฿14,158 total
20 Oct - 21 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this aparthotel in Athens. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a rooftop terrace. Popular attractions Sanford Stadium and Morton Theater are located ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (40 reviews)
"Great location and cute decor."

Reviewed on 24 Sept 2026

The Bell Athens by Kasa Living
The University of Georgia Center for Continuing Education & Hotel

The University of Georgia Center for Continuing Education & Hotel

3 out of 5
1197 South Lumpkin St Athens GA
The price is ฿4,452 per night from 30 Oct to 31 Oct
฿4,452
฿5,287 total
30 Oct - 31 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this golf hotel in Athens. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 restaurants and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their ...
The University of Georgia Center for Continuing Education & Hotel
Comfort Inn & Suites Athens North

Comfort Inn & Suites Athens North

2.5 out of 5
3980 Atlanta Hwy Athens GA
The price is ฿3,500 per night from 28 Oct to 29 Oct
฿3,500
฿4,192 total
28 Oct - 29 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Athens. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions Sanford ...
Comfort Inn & Suites Athens North
Wingate Athens

Wingate Athens

3 out of 5
255 North Avenue Athens GA
The price is ฿3,182 per night from 1 Nov to 2 Nov
฿3,182
฿3,826 total
1 Nov - 2 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Athens. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in ...
Wingate Athens
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Where to stay in Downtown Athens

Find the best Downtown Athens areas for the activities you enjoy most.
A wrought iron gate with a curved top and spherical lights, flanked by stone pillars and a pathway leading to a building.

Baxter

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

A historic building with a clock tower, surrounded by trees and a street with cars.

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.

A cityscape at dusk with illuminated buildings, a prominent church steeple, and a clock tower.

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 Ware-Lyndon House are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Downtown Athens Travel Guide