East Side Travel Guide
Popular places to visit
Zoo Atlanta
Go from Asian forests to the African plains at this animal park that’s home to pandas, exotic birds, and the country’s biggest collection of gorillas.
Fernbank Museum of Natural History
Huge dinosaur skeletons and the largest movie screen in Atlanta are certain to impress the whole family.
Grant Park
Explore the great outdoors at Grant Park, a lovely green space in Atlanta. Experience the area's entertainment choices or attend a sporting event.
Fernbank Science Center
Gaze at stars through one of the biggest public telescopes in the U.S. then explore the beautiful surroundings of this free, family-friendly attraction.
Oakland Cemetery
Visit Atlanta's oldest, largest and most monumental graveyard to learn gripping tales about some of the tens of thousands of people buried here.
East Lake Golf Club
Enjoy a round of golf in Atlanta at East Lake Golf Club. Discover the area's lively bars and its acclaimed theatre scene.
Things to do
Grant Park Food and Cemetery Tour
Guided Bike Tour in Atlanta with Snacks
Atlanta Scavenger Hunt: Hipster’s Haven in Little Five Points
Atlanta Scavenger Hunt and Sights Self-Guided Tour
Private Tour of Atlanta’s Street Art
Private Atlanta History Tour From Civil War to Civil Rights
Top hotels in East Side
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Other neighbourhoods around East Side
Old Fourth Ward
If you're spending some time in Old Fourth Ward, Central Park and Atlanta Civic Center are top sights worth seeing.
Virginia Highland
While Virginia Highland isn't home to many top sights, The Atlanta Beltline Start and Callanwolde Fine Arts Center are some notable places to visit nearby.
Peachtree Center
While you're in Peachtree Center, take in top sights like AmericasMart and jump on the metro at Peachtree Center Station to see more of the city.
Fairlie-Poplar Historic District
The ample dining options and popular aquarium are top of the list for many visitors to Fairlie-Poplar Historic District. A stop by Tabernacle or SkyView Atlanta might round out your trip.
Downtown Atlanta
Mercedes-Benz Stadium and Centennial Olympic Park 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 High Museum of Art.
Hotels Near East Side, Atlanta
- Old Fourth Ward Hotels
- Virginia Highland Hotels
- Inman Park Hotels
- Summerhill Hotels
- Sweet Auburn Historic District Hotels
- Grant Park Hotels
- East Atlanta Hotels
- Poncey-Highland Hotels
- Druid Hills Hotels
- Peoplestown Hotels
- Candler Park Hotels
- Reynoldstown Hotels
- Cabbagetown Hotels
- North Decatur Hotels
- Little Five Points Hotels
- Capital Gateway Hotels
- Edgewood Hotels
- Kirkwood Hotels
- Chosewood Park Hotels
- Oakhurst Hotels