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 lively festivals and great live music.
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 great live music.
Activities
World of Coca-Cola General Admission Ticket
Atlanta: SkyView Ferris Wheel Ticket
LEGO Discovery Center Admission Ticket
City Lights Atlanta Night-Time Tour with Photos & Dinner Stop
Atlanta: Center for Puppetry Arts, Worlds of Puppetry Museum
World of Coca-Cola Ticket & Guided Tour with VIP Polar Bear Photo
Our pick of the best East Side Hotel Deals
The University Inn at Emory
The room we had last time was goid. Clean. Plug ins worked no amenities but a good room for a short trip This trip our room had an odor. We bought a plug in air freshener. The plug ins were all loose,had trouble keeping the blow dryer. Charging blocks etc. plugged in. The staff is not exactly inviting. ...
Reviewed on 14 Apr 2026
Oasis Treehouse Atlanta
This was a fun experience for us on our road trip; the privacy was never an issue, but you were also close to a neighborhood and felt safe, which was an unknown ahead of arriving. It's about 10x12 on the main floor with a bed-only loft up the ladder, but it was fun, cozy, different, and VERY well ...
Reviewed on 29 Mar 2026
Cozy home in the heart of E Atlanta surrounded by nice restaurants & activities
We had a great stay there and great communication with the owner. If we needed anything she made sure to make it happen for us. We needed to extend our stay last minute and she made sure that was possible for us as my Dad was having surgery. Lots of room and space for people. Great location!
Reviewed on 1 Apr 2026
Elegant Scandinavian Compound HOT TUB 12 bedrooms 6 bath pingpong pool sleeps 36
Luxury 10 Room Home with Huge Rooftop In ATL near Zoo,Aquarium,Stadium, and more
The Bohemian Villa - 7000sqft Ping Pong Darts Hot Tub - 9 bedrooms Sleeps 30
Here’s a more polished and heartfelt version of your review:⸻This was truly an amazing property! From the moment we arrived, everything was exceptionally clean, well-maintained, and thoughtfully equipped with all the amenities needed for both short- and long-term stays. It really felt like a home ...
Reviewed on 23 Mar 2026
Other neighbourhoods around East Side
Old Fourth Ward
If you're spending some time in Old Fourth Ward, Central Park and Ponce City Market are top sights worth seeing.
Virginia Highland
While Virginia Highland isn't home to many top sights, The Atlanta Beltline Start and Callanwolde Fine Arts Center 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, New American Shakespeare Tavern and Atlanta Civic Center 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 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.
