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 entertainment choices in this vibrant 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.
Martin Luther King Jr. Recreation and Aquatic Center
Enjoy an outing to Martin Luther King Jr. Recreation and Aquatic Center during your stay in Atlanta. 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: Atlanta Braves' Truist Park Guided Tour
City Lights Atlanta Night-Time Bus Tour with Photos & Dinner Stop
Top hotels in Sweet Auburn Historic District
Atlanta Marriott Marquis
"It was very nice place to stay."
Reviewed on 18 Jun 2026
Hilton Atlanta
"Great stay at the Hilton Atlanta! Excellent location, clean rooms, and friendly staff."
Reviewed on 18 Jun 2026
Hyatt Regency Atlanta Downtown
"Great place to stay!"
Reviewed on 19 Jun 2026
The Westin Atlanta Airport
"Overall a bad experience. Better than some airport hotels, worse than any other Westin. The sheets had rips, holes, and stains on them. Asking for extra towels required two (unsuccessful) phone calls, two hours, and my just wandering down the hall to ask their cleaning staff for them when it didn't ..."
Reviewed on 16 Jun 2026
The Westin Peachtree Plaza, Atlanta
"Amazing hotel! Very clean, friendly staff."
Reviewed on 18 Jun 2026
Wyndham Atlanta Perimeter
"The floor/carpert was dity"
Reviewed on 17 Jun 2026
Where to stay in Sweet Auburn Historic District
Downtown Atlanta
State Farm Arena and Mercedes-Benz Stadium 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 Atlanta Symphony Hall and Alliance Theatre.
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.
