Sweet Auburn Historic District Travel Guide
Atlanta
Visit Sweet Auburn Historic District
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.
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.
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 acclaimed theatre scene 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.
Walden Athletics Complex
You can take time to visit Walden Athletics Complex during your travels to Atlanta. Make some time to visit the shops while you're in the area.
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.
Things to do
Atlanta CityPASS® : Admission to Top 5 Atlanta Attractions
World of Coca-Cola General Admission Ticket
Atlanta: Center for Puppetry Arts, Worlds of Puppetry Museum
Atlanta: SkyView Ferris Wheel Ticket
Atlanta: Atlanta Braves' Truist Park Guided Tour
Top hotels in Sweet Auburn Historic District
Atlanta Marriott Marquis
"very nice"
Reviewed on 29 May 2026
Reverb by Hard Rock Downtown Atlanta
"Disappointed"
Reviewed on 28 May 2026
The Westin Atlanta Airport
"Clean room friendly staff"
Reviewed on 28 May 2026
Hilton Atlanta
"Gnat flies in the rooms"
Reviewed on 29 May 2026
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Atlanta Airport North
"Very close to the Airport"
Reviewed on 29 May 2026
The Starling Atlanta Midtown, Curio Collection by Hilton
"Loved the location and hotel. Experienced a few technical issues. We were there on Memorial Day weekend. Only 2 of the 5 elevators were working. Took forever to either go up or down. Requested towels 3 times as my room was not cleaned finally received them on the 4th request."
Reviewed on 29 May 2026
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, Atlanta Civic Center and Ponce City Market 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 Tabernacle or SkyView Atlanta 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.
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.
Luckie-Marietta District
If you're spending some time in Luckie-Marietta District, World of Coca-Cola and National Center for Civil and Human Rights are top sights worth seeing.
