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.
City Hall
Find out about the history of Atlanta when you take a trip to City Hall. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the lively bars while you're in the area.
The Catholic Shrine of the Immaculate Conception
Learn about the local history of Atlanta when you take a trip to The Catholic Shrine of the Immaculate Conception. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the lively bars while you're in the area.
Georgia Plaza Park
Explore the great outdoors at Georgia Plaza Park, a lovely green space in Atlanta. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the lively bars while you're in the area.
Muffler Man
You can find out about the history of Atlanta when you stop by Muffler Man. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the lively bars 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
World of Coca-Cola Ticket & Guided Tour with VIP Polar Bear Photo
Top hotels in South Downtown
Origin Atlanta, a Wyndham Hotel
"The interior and exterior of the hotel was very nice, with friendly staff, neatly stocked items for convenience. Although, the snacks were a little pricey the selection was good. The connected restaurant did close pretty early, but the food was great and the service was very good as well. Being that ..."
Reviewed on 4 Jun 2026
The Connally Hotel Downtown Atlanta, an Ascend Collection Hotel
"The shower did not drain. Water went all over the place so we were not able to shower. The television kept going no signal due to the internet not working. This happened more than 10 times each night."
Reviewed on 4 Jun 2026
Atlanta Marriott Marquis
"Staff were excellent."
Reviewed on 4 Jun 2026
The Westin Peachtree Plaza, Atlanta
"Staff was awesome and friendly and super helpful"
Reviewed on 4 Jun 2026
Reverb by Hard Rock Downtown Atlanta
"Nice property"
Reviewed on 4 Jun 2026
Hilton Atlanta
"The staff was kind and very helpful."
Reviewed on 4 Jun 2026
Where to stay in South Downtown
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.
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.
Buckhead
Known for its fantastic nightlife and popular shops, there's plenty to explore in Buckhead. Check out top attractions like Buckhead Theatre and Atlanta History Center, and jump on the metro at Buckhead Station or Lenox Station to see more of the city.
Sandy Springs
Enjoy the popular shops in Sandy Springs. Morgan Falls Overlook Park is a worthwhile stop, and you can jump on the metro at Sandy Springs Station or North Springs Station to see more of Atlanta.
Cumberland
Travellers to Cumberland praise its popular shops. If you've got some more time to explore, be sure to stop by Truist Park and The Battery Atlanta.
