Downtown Athens Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

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A classical building with large columns, a central entrance, and a symmetrical facade.
A historic building with a clock tower and a cannon.

Stay near popular Downtown Athens attractions

The Georgia Theatre

9.0/10 (297 reviews)
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.
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Our pick of the best Downtown Athens Hotel Deals

Hyatt Place Athens/Downtown

Hyatt Place Athens/Downtown

3 out of 5
412 North Thomas Street Athens GA
The price is NZ$305 per night from 23 Aug to 24 Aug
NZ$305
23 Aug - 24 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Athens. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,010 reviews)
"Staff was not welcoming or helpful, the room was clean, breakfast was excellent, the Bar which served dinner the night before wasn't great. The salad wasn't fresh."

Reviewed on 15 Aug 2026

Hyatt Place Athens/Downtown
Courtyard by Marriott Athens Downtown

Courtyard by Marriott Athens Downtown

3 out of 5
390 E Washington Street Athens GA
The price is NZ$340 per night from 23 Aug to 24 Aug
NZ$340
23 Aug - 24 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Athens. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (865 reviews)
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Reviewed on 6 Aug 2026

Courtyard by Marriott Athens Downtown
The Bell Athens by Kasa Living

The Bell Athens by Kasa Living

3 out of 5
183 W Clayton St Athens GA
The price is NZ$430 per night from 17 Aug to 18 Aug
NZ$430
17 Aug - 18 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this aparthotel in Athens. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a rooftop terrace. Popular attractions Sanford Stadium and Morton Theater are located ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (38 reviews)
"Clean room"

Reviewed on 22 July 2026

The Bell Athens by Kasa Living
Downtown Athens Condo, Sanford Stadium Views, 12 Min Walk to Games

Downtown Athens Condo, Sanford Stadium Views, 12 Min Walk to Games

Athens GA
The price is NZ$382 per night from 18 Aug to 19 Aug
NZ$382
18 Aug - 19 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this condo in Athens. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, laundry facilities and an in-room coffee maker. Popular attractions Sanford Stadium and The Georgia Theatre are ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (38 reviews)
"Perfect for a weekend in Athens! Can't beat the location."

Reviewed on 3 Aug 2026

Downtown Athens Condo, Sanford Stadium Views, 12 Min Walk to Games
Holiday Inn Express Athens by IHG

Holiday Inn Express Athens by IHG

2.5 out of 5
513 W Broad St Athens GA
The price is NZ$282 per night from 23 Aug to 24 Aug
NZ$282
23 Aug - 24 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Athens. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and an outdoor pool. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in ...
Holiday Inn Express Athens by IHG
Rivet House

Rivet House

4 out of 5
355 Oneta Street Athens GA
The price is NZ$333 per night from 17 Aug to 18 Aug
NZ$333
17 Aug - 18 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this spa hotel in Athens. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Sanford Stadium and Athens Institute for ...
Rivet House
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Our guide on where to stay in Downtown Athens

Find the best Downtown Athens areas for the activities you enjoy most.
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Baxter

If you're spending some time in Baxter, Original Fine Art Gallery and Tree That Owns Itself are top sights worth seeing.

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Five Points

While Five Points isn't home to many top sights, Stegeman Coliseum and Georgia Museum of Art are some notable places to visit nearby.

West Athens

When in West Athens, you can plan a visit to Georgia Square Mall and Athens Arena, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

North Athens

North Athens might not have many top sights, but Classic Center and Ware-Lyndon House are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

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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.

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