East Side Travel Guide
Atlanta
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
After visiting Grant Park, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Atlanta. Experience the area's acclaimed theatre scene and entertainment choices.
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 lively festivals.
Things to do
Atlanta: SkyView Ferris Wheel Ticket
Atlanta: Atlanta Braves' Truist Park Guided Tour
Center for Puppetry Arts:: Worlds of Puppetry Museum
World of Coca-Cola Ticket & Guided Tour with VIP Polar Bear Photo
Top hotels in East Side
The University Inn at Emory
Staff was very friendly and helpful!
Reviewed on 21 Feb 2026
4 Minutes to Downtown by the Atlanta Beltline Trail in the Cabbagetown Neighborhood
Very cold and drafty, heat only goes to 70 for a few moments. Space heaters are needed. Bathroom is cold, water doesnt reach a super hot temp. Back door is not level so you can see outside through the bottom. Location is great, neighborhood is cool. Not a horrible stay for an urbanite but of there ...
Reviewed on 12 Dec 2025
Sugar Magnolia Bed & Breakfast
Convenient location, beautiful historic home, period furnished, clean room, great host (Kathryn).
Reviewed on 1 Mar 2026
Other neighbourhoods around East Side
Old Fourth Ward
If you're spending some time in Old Fourth Ward, Atlanta Civic Center and Ponce City Market are top sights worth seeing.
Virginia Highland
While Virginia Highland isn't home to many top sights, Callanwolde Fine Arts Center and The Atlanta Beltline Start 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.
SoNo
If you're spending some time in SoNo, Atlanta Civic Center and The Shakespeare Tavern Playhouse 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.
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.
