Sweet Auburn Historic District Travel Guide
Atlanta
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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.
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 fascinating museums in this vibrant area.
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.
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.
King Center for Non-Violent Social Change
You can browse the exhibits at King Center for Non-Violent Social Change, a museum with a storied past, during your trip to Atlanta. Experience the great live music and lively festivals 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.
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 Sweet Auburn Historic District
Atlanta Marriott Marquis
Pure excellence all around.
Reviewed on 23 Mar 2026
Wyndham Atlanta Perimeter
Clean and very spacious rooms!!
Reviewed on 23 Mar 2026
Hilton Atlanta
Broken AC. Bathroom leaks. Ridiculously overpriced stores. Dont buy a $9 bottled water.
Reviewed on 23 Mar 2026
Hyatt Regency Atlanta Downtown
Solid job. Room was smaller than anticipated, but wasn't an issue. Tv placement could have been better, but that's my worst "complaint" if I had to have one.
Reviewed on 23 Mar 2026
Hampton Inn & Suites Atlanta Buckhead Place
bigger parking lot
Reviewed on 23 Mar 2026
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Atlanta Airport North
Elevators need to be updated and outside area needs to be cleaned out
Reviewed on 23 Mar 2026
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Other neighbourhoods around Sweet Auburn Historic District
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.
Old Fourth Ward
If you're spending some time in Old Fourth Ward, Central Park and Atlanta Civic Center are top sights worth seeing.
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 Rialto Center for the Performing Arts or Tabernacle might round out your trip.
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.
SoNo
If you're spending some time in SoNo, Atlanta Civic Center and New American Shakespeare Tavern are top sights worth seeing.
South Downtown
While you're in South Downtown, take in top sights like Underground Atlanta and jump on the metro at Garnett Station to see more of the city.
