Vine City Travel Guide

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a gorgeous autumn landscape at Rodney Cook Sr. Park in Historic Vine City with water fountains surrounded by lush green trees, grass and plants with powerful clouds at sunset in Atlanta Georgia USA
a gorgeous autumn landscape at Rodney Cook Sr. Park in Historic Vine City with water fountains surrounded by lush green trees, grass and plants with powerful clouds at sunset in Atlanta Georgia USA
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Completed in 1910, the Herndon Home, was the residence of Alonzo Herndon and his family. Herdon was a former slave raised in a sharecropping family after the Civil War. Herndon studied barbering, and owned and managed a string of barbershops in downtown Atlanta after the Civil War, one of which was considered to be the most elegant in the country with marble floors and chandelier. Investing his income into real estate, Herndon became the largest black property owner in Atlanta by 1900. Later, Herndon founded the Atlanta Life Insurance Company, located in the Sweet Auburn Historic District, and became Atlanta's first black millionaire. The home was primarily designed by Adrienne Herndon, Alonzo's first wife and a teacher at Atlanta University. The couple had one son, Norris. Adrienne died of Addison's disease just three months after the home was completed. In 1912 Alonzo married Jessie Gillespie. The Herndon home is a two-story, 15-room Beaux Arts mansion built by local black craftsmen. The formally composed building is constructed with multi-colored brick, and features a two-story entry portico supported by Corinthian columns. One-story porches to each side of the building echo this theme in brick piers and wooden capitals. An elliptical fanlight over the main entrance and the balustrade above the full entablature of the building's cornice add a distinctly Georgian Revival flavor to this imposing residence. The Herndon Home is a lasting tribute to the hard work and talent of extraordinary African Americans in Atlanta, and was designated a National Historic Landmark in 2000.

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Completed in 1910, the Herndon Home, was the residence of Alonzo Herndon and his family. Herdon was a former slave raised in a sharecropping family after the Civil War. Herndon studied barbering, and owned and managed a string of barbershops in downtown Atlanta after the Civil War, one of which was considered to be the most elegant in the country with marble floors and chandelier. Investing his income into real estate, Herndon became the largest black property owner in Atlanta by 1900. Later, Herndon founded the Atlanta Life Insurance Company, located in the Sweet Auburn Historic District, and became Atlanta's first black millionaire. The home was primarily designed by Adrienne Herndon, Alonzo's first wife and a teacher at Atlanta University. The couple had one son, Norris. Adrienne died of Addison's disease just three months after the home was completed. In 1912 Alonzo married Jessie Gillespie. The Herndon home is a two-story, 15-room Beaux Arts mansion built by local black craftsmen. The formally composed building is constructed with multi-colored brick, and features a two-story entry portico supported by Corinthian columns. One-story porches to each side of the building echo this theme in brick piers and wooden capitals. An elliptical fanlight over the main entrance and the balustrade above the full entablature of the building's cornice add a distinctly Georgian Revival flavor to this imposing residence. The Herndon Home is a lasting tribute to the hard work and talent of extraordinary African Americans in Atlanta, and was designated a National Historic Landmark in 2000.

Herndon Home

You can study the exhibits at Herndon Home, a museum with a story of its own, during your trip to Atlanta. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the lively bars while you're in the area.

Herndon Home
Georgia Aquarium featuring marine life

Georgia Aquarium

Marvel at the intelligent dolphins, deadly sharks and colourful coral reef fish at this world-famous aquarium.

Georgia Aquarium
Mercedez Benz Stadium and Georgia Dome

Mercedes-Benz Stadium

Catch an event at Mercedes-Benz Stadium during your trip to Atlanta. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the lively bars while you're in the area.

Mercedes-Benz Stadium
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Georgia World Congress Center

During your trip, find out what's happening in Georgia World Congress Center, a top convention centre in Atlanta. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the lively bars while you're in the area.

Georgia World Congress Center
State Farm Arena

State Farm Arena

The home of the Atlanta Hawks and the Atlanta Dream basketball teams is a multi-purpose indoor venue for games, concerts and shows.

State Farm Arena
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Truist Park

Catch an event at Truist Park during your trip to Atlanta. Discover the area's lively bars and its entertainment choices.

Truist Park

Activities

Atlanta: SkyView Ferris Wheel Ticket

Atlanta: SkyView Ferris Wheel Ticket

NZ$38
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Atlanta: SkyView Ferris Wheel Ticket
World of Coca-Cola Ticket & Guided Tour with VIP Polar Bear Photo

World of Coca-Cola Ticket & Guided Tour with VIP Polar Bear Photo

NZ$82
per adult
92% of travellers recommend
World of Coca-Cola Ticket & Guided Tour with VIP Polar Bear Photo
Atlanta: Sloomoo Institute Admission Ticket

Atlanta: Sloomoo Institute Admission Ticket

NZ$54
per adult
Atlanta: Sloomoo Institute Admission Ticket
Atlanta: Atlanta Braves' Truist Park Guided Tour

Atlanta: Atlanta Braves' Truist Park Guided Tour

NZ$59
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Atlanta: Atlanta Braves' Truist Park Guided Tour
Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., Rev. Dr. Frederick D. Reese Sr., and Rev. Ralph David Abernathy

Selma in Atlanta Tour

NZ$42
per adult
Selma in Atlanta Tour
Center for Puppetry Arts: Worlds of Puppetry Museum

Center for Puppetry Arts:: Worlds of Puppetry Museum

NZ$28
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Center for Puppetry Arts:: Worlds of Puppetry Museum
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Our pick of the best Vine City Hotel Deals

The Westin Peachtree Plaza, Atlanta

The Westin Peachtree Plaza, Atlanta

4 out of 5
210 Peachtree St. NW Atlanta GA
The price is NZ$358 per night from 27 Feb to 28 Feb
NZ$358
27 Feb - 28 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Atlanta. Enjoy 2 restaurants, 2 bars/lounges and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (3,102 reviews)
It was amazing

Reviewed on 23 Feb 2026

The Westin Peachtree Plaza, Atlanta
Atlanta Marriott Marquis

Atlanta Marriott Marquis

4 out of 5
265 Peachtree Center Ave Ne Atlanta GA
The price is NZ$253 per night from 7 Mar to 8 Mar
NZ$253
7 Mar - 8 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Atlanta. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), a fitness centre and valet parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the pool and ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (3,798 reviews)
Beautiful and comfortable

Reviewed on 23 Feb 2026

Atlanta Marriott Marquis
Hilton Atlanta

Hilton Atlanta

4 out of 5
255 Courtland St NE Atlanta GA
The price is NZ$263 per night from 7 Mar to 8 Mar
NZ$263
7 Mar - 8 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Atlanta. Enjoy 4 restaurants, 2 outdoor pickleball courts and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (3,839 reviews)
Beautiful foyer

Reviewed on 23 Feb 2026

Hilton Atlanta
Wyndham Atlanta Buckhead Hotel & Conference Center

Wyndham Atlanta Buckhead Hotel & Conference Center

3 out of 5
3405 Lenox Rd NE Atlanta GA
The price is NZ$198 per night from 9 Mar to 10 Mar
NZ$198
9 Mar - 10 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Atlanta. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, an outdoor pool and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,068 reviews)
Yes i loved it

Reviewed on 22 Feb 2026

Wyndham Atlanta Buckhead Hotel & Conference Center
The Georgian Terrace Hotel

The Georgian Terrace Hotel

4 out of 5
659 Peachtree St NE Atlanta GA
The price is NZ$333 per night from 12 Mar to 13 Mar
NZ$333
12 Mar - 13 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Atlanta. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (2,672 reviews)
Courteous staff, great valet service. The speak easy is nice after a long day visiting. Room was Comfortable and clean.

Reviewed on 22 Feb 2026

The Georgian Terrace Hotel
The Starling Atlanta Midtown, Curio Collection by Hilton

The Starling Atlanta Midtown, Curio Collection by Hilton

4 out of 5
188 14th St NE Atlanta GA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is NZ$320 per night from 28 Feb to 1 Mar
NZ$320
28 Feb - 1 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this spa hotel in Atlanta. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, an outdoor pool and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (2,406 reviews)
Amazing experience! From the time we pulled up for valet to check out it was Exceptional Service!! There was a bit of a wait at check in, however they had fresh ice lemon water available while you waited. Every associate from Eddie , Aaron, and Enoch in Valet; to Ashley at check in desk, and Stephen ...

Reviewed on 23 Feb 2026

The Starling Atlanta Midtown, Curio Collection by Hilton
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Other neighbourhoods around Vine City

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Luckie-Marietta District

If you're spending some time in Luckie-Marietta District, World of Coca-Cola and National Center for Civil and Human Rights are top sights worth seeing.

Luckie-Marietta District
World of Coca Cola featuring skyline, autumn colours and a high-rise building

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.

Downtown Atlanta
Jackson Street Bridge

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.

South Downtown
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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.

Fairlie-Poplar Historic District
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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.

Peachtree Center
Atlantic Station in Midtown Atlanta

SoNo

If you're spending some time in SoNo, Atlanta Civic Center and The Shakespeare Tavern Playhouse are top sights worth seeing.

SoNo

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