East Side Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
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Popular places to visit
Zoo Atlanta
Tour the world’s most important wildlife habitats, home to hundreds of fascinating creatures, when you visit the city’s oldest attraction.
Fernbank Museum of Natural History
Visitors of all ages will love this fascinating museum full of engaging exhibits and home to the largest cinema screen in Atlanta.
Grant Park
After visiting Grant Park, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Atlanta. Experience the area's acclaimed theatre scene and entertainment choices.
Fernbank Science Center
This small family-friendly museum is home to one of the largest public telescopes in the country, perfect for a spectacular view of the universe around us.
Oakland Cemetery
Visit Atlanta's oldest, largest and most monumental graveyard to learn gripping tales about some of the tens of thousands of people buried here.
East Lake Golf Club
Enjoy a round of golf in Atlanta at East Lake Golf Club. Discover the area's lively bars and its lively festivals.
Activities
Atlanta: SkyView Ferris Wheel Ticket
World of Coca-Cola Ticket & Guided Tour with VIP Polar Bear Photo
Atlanta: Sloomoo Institute Admission Ticket
Atlanta: Atlanta Braves' Truist Park Guided Tour
Atlanta: Center for Puppetry Arts, Worlds of Puppetry Museum
Our pick of the best East Side Hotel Deals
The University Inn at Emory
Staff was very friendly and helpful!
Reviewed on 21 Feb 2026
Oasis Treehouse Atlanta
The host was very responsive when help was needed with the shower and fixed the minor confusion on the faucet immediately. Relaxing rain on tin roof, sounds of nature, and felt safe.
Reviewed on 28 Feb 2026
4 Minutes to Downtown by the Atlanta Beltline Trail in the Cabbagetown Neighborhood
Very cold and drafty, heat only goes to 70 for a few moments. Space heaters are needed. Bathroom is cold, water doesnt reach a super hot temp. Back door is not level so you can see outside through the bottom. Location is great, neighborhood is cool. Not a horrible stay for an urbanite but of there ...
Reviewed on 12 Dec 2025
Atlanta Spacious Haven near Downtown & BeltLine
House was clean and matched what is shown in pictures. Beds were comfortable. Ownership responded to needs as they arose. Quick on and off highway. A number of niche neighborhoods nearby for fun restaurants and shopping. Easy access to downtown.
Reviewed on 6 Feb 2026
Sugar Magnolia Bed & Breakfast
Convenient location, beautiful historic home, period furnished, clean room, great host (Kathryn).
Reviewed on 1 Mar 2026
The Bohemian Villa - 7000sqft Ping Pong Darts Hot Tub - 9 bedrooms Sleeps 30
Other neighbourhoods around East Side
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.
Virginia Highland
While Virginia Highland isn't home to many top sights, Callanwolde Fine Arts Center and The Atlanta Beltline Start are some notable places to visit nearby.
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.
SoNo
If you're spending some time in SoNo, Atlanta Civic Center and The Shakespeare Tavern Playhouse 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 Rialto Center for the Performing Arts or Tabernacle might round out your trip.
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.
