South Downtown Travel Guide
Atlanta
Visit South Downtown
Popular places to visit
Georgia State Capitol
This lofty building on Washington Street is the most important government building in the state.
Underground Atlanta
You can find out about the history of Atlanta when you stop by Underground Atlanta. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the lively bars while you're in the area.
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.
Georgia Aquarium
With more than 45 million litres of water, don't miss the world's largest aquarium in the heart of downtown Georgia.
Truist Park
Catch an event at Truist Park during your trip to Atlanta. Discover the area's top-notch restaurants and its entertainment choices.
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.
Top hotels in South Downtown
The Connally Hotel Downtown Atlanta, an Ascend Collection Hotel
Definitely not the best area of town but I did not feel unsafe. I also didn’t go out alone. However, great location (1 stop away) from Mercedes-Benz stadium, Georgia Aquarium, World of Coke, etc. MARTA entrance directly across from hotel was closed for renovations but that’s not the hotel’s fault. ...
Reviewed on 14 Apr 2026
Origin Atlanta, a Wyndham Hotel
I made a mistake in my booking and the staff did a wonderful job accommodating us.
Reviewed on 14 Apr 2026
Wyndham Atlanta Perimeter
Staff was great , very clean and easy check in process
Reviewed on 14 Apr 2026
Atlanta Marriott Marquis
Great location
Reviewed on 13 Apr 2026
Hilton Atlanta
Very good
Reviewed on 13 Apr 2026
Hyatt Regency Atlanta Downtown
Great stay at Hyatt Regency Atlanta. The service was excellent, the staff was friendly and helpful, and my room had a beautiful view. Everything was clean and comfortable—definitely recommend!
Reviewed on 14 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around South Downtown
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.
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.
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.
SoNo
If you're spending some time in SoNo, New American Shakespeare Tavern and Atlanta Civic Center are top sights worth seeing.
Old Fourth Ward
If you're spending some time in Old Fourth Ward, Central Park and Ponce City Market are top sights worth seeing.
