South Downtown
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.
Mercedes-Benz Stadium
Catch an event at Mercedes-Benz Stadium during your trip to Atlanta. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the lively bars while you're in the area.
Georgia Aquarium
Discover thousands of sea creatures at the world’s biggest aquarium.
State Farm Arena
The home of the Atlanta Hawks and the Atlanta Dream basketball teams is a multi-purpose indoor venue for games, concerts and shows.
Emory University
Walk around the campus of Emory University, a top university in Atlanta. Experience the area's acclaimed art galleries and fascinating museums.
Things to do
Atlanta: SkyView Ferris Wheel Ticket
LEGO Discovery Center Admission Ticket
World of Coca-Cola Ticket & Guided Tour with VIP Polar Bear Photo
City Lights Atlanta Night-Time Tour with Photos & Dinner Stop
Atlanta: Atlanta Braves' Truist Park Guided Tour
Top hotels in South Downtown
The Connally Hotel Downtown Atlanta, an Ascend Collection Hotel
everything was great except shower did not work.
Reviewed on 16 Nov 2025
Origin Atlanta, a Wyndham Hotel
Clean rooms, comfortable beds, very friendly staff. Second time staying here and will be back.
Reviewed on 14 Nov 2025
The Westin Peachtree Plaza, Atlanta
Staff was great Amazing views Good stay overall
Reviewed on 15 Nov 2025
Hyatt Regency Atlanta Downtown
Clean room. Helpful staff. Parking is expensive.
Reviewed on 11 Nov 2025
Hilton Atlanta
Nice room, gorgeous city views. Small bathroom but no complaints!
Reviewed on 14 Nov 2025
Courtland Grand Hotel, Trademark Collection by Wyndham
It was nice and cleaned
Reviewed on 15 Nov 2025
Other neighbourhoods around South Downtown
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.
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.
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.
Old Fourth Ward
If you're spending some time in Old Fourth Ward, Central Park and Atlanta Civic Center are top sights worth seeing.
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 Margaret Mitchell House and Museum and Atlanta Symphony Hall.
