Downtown Athens
Athens
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Popular places to visit
The Georgia Theatre
You can get tickets for a performance at The Georgia Theatre on your trip to Athens. While you're here, you can savour the lively bars.
University of Georgia
Explore the campus of University of Georgia during your trip to Athens. Experience the area's live music and theatre scene.
State Botanical Garden of Georgia
Join a guided tour or use informative signs to explore miles of nature trails and view exotic plants in this outstanding garden.
Georgia Museum of Art
View over 10,000 impressive works of art at this museum set on the University of Georgia campus.
Athens Institute for Contemporary Art
You can spend an afternoon studying the exhibits at Athens Institute for Contemporary Art during your trip to Athens. Experience the area's live music and theatre scene.
Classic Center
You can enjoy a show at Classic Center during your stay in Athens. While you're here, you can savour the lively bars.
Top hotels in Downtown Athens
Hyatt Place Athens/Downtown
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Reviewed on 25 Nov 2025
The Bell Athens by Kasa Living
This was the cutest boutique hotel!! Decor was lovely and very thoughtful amenities. Plus the location is perfect!!
Reviewed on 15 Nov 2025
Courtyard by Marriott Athens Downtown
Clean room, nice and courteous staff, and dog friendly! Rhey even gave or dods a treat! Great 2 night stay to visit my Redcoat senior!
Reviewed on 23 Nov 2025
Hotel Abacus
Clean wonderful room! Super friendly staff!
Reviewed on 23 Nov 2025
Rivet House
Great place
Reviewed on 22 Nov 2025
Holiday Inn Express Athens by IHG
Room was clean. Staff was very professional
Reviewed on 19 Nov 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Downtown Athens
Athens Warehouse Historic District
If you're spending time in Athens Warehouse Historic District, you might enjoy its live music and theatres. If you've got time to venture a little farther, you can make a stop by Classic Center or The Georgia Theatre.
Reese Street Historic District
You might appreciate the live music and theatres in Reese Street Historic District, and if you're interested in seeing more of the area, 40 Watt Club and The Georgia Theatre are just a few notable stops.
Dearing Street Historic District
Live music and theatres are notable features of Dearing Street Historic District. You might consider stopping by Tree That Owns Itself while you're exploring the neighbourhood.
Boulevard Historic District
Live music, theatres and bars are some highlights of Boulevard Historic District. You might stop by 40 Watt Club or The Georgia Theatre while you're in the area.
Cobbham Historic District
Uncover some of the top draws of Cobbham Historic District like its live music and theatres. If you're hoping to see more of the larger area, stop by 40 Watt Club or The Georgia Theatre.
Five Points
While Five Points isn't home to many top sights, Butts-Mehre Heritage Hall Sports Museum and Stegeman Coliseum are some notable places to visit nearby.
