Downtown Athens Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

A cityscape with a prominent building featuring a green dome and clock tower, surrounded by other historic architecture and a wide street.
A historical cannon with large wheels, placed on a paved area with a sign in the background.
A historic building with a clock tower and a statue in front.
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


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$315 per night from 4 July to 5 July
NZ$315
4 July - 5 July
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! (1,000 reviews)
"Wonderful staff, great breakfast, and clean room!"

Reviewed on 29 June 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$351 per night from 2 July to 3 July
NZ$351
2 July - 3 July
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! (862 reviews)
"Close to where we needed to be. Nice area."

Reviewed on 21 June 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$425 per night from 5 July to 6 July
NZ$425
5 July - 6 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this aparthotel in Athens. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a rooftop terrace. Popular attractions Classic Center and Sanford Stadium are located ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (35 reviews)
"It is such a nice elegent place to stay. It was very clean and had plenty of snacks and drinks for you to enjoy in your room and on the property. The loby and terace had snacks as well as soda, seltzer water, and bottled water for you to enjoy. The host provided some local chocolate, a cookie, as ..."

Reviewed on 28 May 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$413 per night from 20 July to 21 July
NZ$413
20 July - 21 July
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! (37 reviews)
"I loved the location of this property! I parked my car and walked everywhere I needed to go while I was in town. The decor is fabulous and I appreciated the little details."

Reviewed on 18 June 2026

Downtown Athens Condo, Sanford Stadium Views, 12 Min Walk to Games
Quality Inn & Suites Athens University Area

Quality Inn & Suites Athens University Area

2.5 out of 5
2715 Atlanta Hwy Athens GA
The price is NZ$211 per night from 2 July to 3 July
NZ$211
2 July - 3 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Athens. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in ...
8.2/10 Very good! (1,004 reviews)
"I love the bed was so comfortable. Also nice towel. Just so noisy with the sound of bathroom in my next door..? Continues happening that loud no8se."

Reviewed on 28 June 2026

Quality Inn & Suites Athens University Area
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$256 per night from 9 July to 10 July
NZ$256
9 July - 10 July
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 ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,000 reviews)
"The location is excellent, with in walking distance of downtown Athens and the University of Georgia."

Reviewed on 29 June 2026

Holiday Inn Express Athens by IHG
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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.

Baxter

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

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 The Georgia Theatre are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

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 40 Watt Club and The Georgia Theatre.



Downtown Athens Travel Guide

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