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
"The kitchen closed early."
Reviewed on 19 Jun 2026
The Connally Hotel Downtown Atlanta, an Ascend Collection Hotel
"What you read about old sticky carpets - true. Only one elevator working - true. Noise outside due to the nightclub and swarms of homeless individuals- true. Staff very friendly - fast and helpful. Location would be better classed as a hostel. Spend the extra few $ and stay at the Omni."
Reviewed on 19 Jun 2026
Atlanta Marriott Marquis
"It was very nice place to stay."
Reviewed on 18 Jun 2026
Hilton Atlanta
"Excelente opción La recomiendo Buenísima ubicación"
Reviewed on 19 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
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.
