Baxter Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Popular places to visit
University of Georgia
Explore the campus of University of Georgia during your trip to Athens. Experience the area's live music and theatre scene.
State Botanical Garden of Georgia
Join a guided tour or use informative signs to explore miles of nature trails and view exotic plants in this outstanding garden.
The Georgia Theatre
You can get tickets for a performance at The Georgia Theatre on your trip to Athens. While you're here, you can savour the lively bars.
Georgia Museum of Art
View over 10,000 impressive works of art at this museum set on the University of Georgia campus.
Ware-Lyndon House
You can spend time exploring the galleries in Ware-Lyndon House in Athens. While you're here, you can savour the lively bars.
Athens Institute for Contemporary Art
You can spend an afternoon studying the exhibits at Athens Institute for Contemporary Art during your trip to Athens. Experience the area's live music and theatre scene.
Our pick of the best Baxter Hotel Deals
Holiday Inn Express Athens by IHG
Great location. Friendly staff. A little dated, but clean. A reasonable option in Athens.
Reviewed on 23 Mar 2026
SpringHill Suites by Marriott Athens Downtown/University Area
N/A All good as shown in the web site
Reviewed on 21 Mar 2026
Heart of Athens! Beautiful Townhouse, 15 Minute Walk to Stadium, Downtown.
The hvac unit wasnt working on the first night but the owner called for a technician and took care of it. Appreciated his attentiveness.
Reviewed on 11 Mar 2026
Great Condo Available for an Athens Visit, very close to campus and downtown
We really appreciated the home-away-from-home atmosphere. The location couldn’t be better, just minutes from restaurants and UGA, making it so easy to come back and relax between outings.The host’s communication was excellent, with very clear and easy-to-follow instructions, which we greatly ...
Reviewed on 21 Mar 2026
1 BR Condo - Location, Location, Location! Easy Walk to Campus & Stadium!
Great location. Space is perfect for a couple who want to explore Athens.
Reviewed on 20 Mar 2026
The University of Georgia Center for Continuing Education & Hotel
This is a little gem of a hotel right on UGeorgia's campus. The staff are primarily students, so it is a great place to stay if you are visiting the school as a prospective student. It was clean, it had an AMAZING breakfast included, and very affordable. So glad we found it!
Reviewed on 23 Mar 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Baxter
Dearing Street Historic District
Live music and theatres are notable features of Dearing Street Historic District. You might consider stopping by Tree That Owns Itself while you're exploring the neighbourhood.
Cobbham Historic District
Uncover some of the top draws of Cobbham Historic District like its live music and theatres. If you're hoping to see more of the larger area, stop by 40 Watt Club or The Georgia Theatre.
Reese Street Historic District
You might appreciate the live music and theatres in Reese Street Historic District, and if you're interested in seeing more of the area, 40 Watt Club and The Georgia Theatre are just a few notable stops.
Five Points
While Five Points isn't home to many top sights, Stegeman Coliseum and Butts-Mehre Heritage Hall Sports Museum are some notable places to visit nearby.
Normaltown
While Normaltown may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Seney-Stovall Chapel and 40 Watt Club.
Boulevard Historic District
Live music, theatres and bars are some highlights of Boulevard Historic District. You might stop by 40 Watt Club or The Georgia Theatre while you're in the area.
