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 Masquerade
After visiting The Masquerade, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Atlanta. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants 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.
Things to do
World of Coca-Cola General Admission Ticket
Atlanta: SkyView Ferris Wheel Ticket
Atlanta: Atlanta Braves' Truist Park Guided Tour
Atlanta: Unlimited Georgia Internet with eSIM Mobile Data Plan
Top hotels in South Downtown
Origin Atlanta, a Wyndham Hotel
"It was good location not far from the Marta system - Five Points, very comfy bed."
Reviewed on 20 Jun 2026
The Connally Hotel Downtown Atlanta, an Ascend Collection Hotel
"Nice"
Reviewed on 20 Jun 2026
Atlanta Marriott Marquis
"This staff was extremely helpful. The hotel was beautiful, relaxing and in a great location!"
Reviewed on 20 Jun 2026
Hilton Atlanta
"Everyone was nice and helpful but the place is very old and not updated the pictures are very mid leading. For $330 a night it was not worth it. It’s more of motel status . Old dingy rooms, humid rooms air barely works, tiny bath tubs , bathrooms are very small. Crappy views."
Reviewed on 20 Jun 2026
Hyatt Regency Atlanta Downtown
"Good hotel, especially if attending the AmericasMart."
Reviewed on 20 Jun 2026
The Westin Atlanta Airport
"The only negative comment I could make is the parking fee is ridiculous."
Reviewed on 20 Jun 2026
Where to stay in South Downtown
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.
