Title: Downtown Athens Travel Guide: Best of Downtown Athens, Athens Travel 2026 | Expedia.co.uk [Hotels in Downtown Athens](https://expedia.co.uk/Downtown-Athens-Hotels.d897390369453580288.Travel-Guide-Hotels)[Flights to Athens](https://expedia.co.uk/Cheap-Flights-To-Athens.d320.Travel-Guide-Flights)[Downtown Athens Car Hire](https://expedia.co.uk/Compare-Cheap-Car-Hire-In-Downtown-Athens.d897390369453580288.Car-Hire-Guide)[Downtown Athens Holidays](https://expedia.co.uk/Downtown-Athens.d897390369453580288.Holidays-City-Breaks) # Downtown Athens Travel Guide ## Athens ![Athens, Georgia Townscape](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/897390369453580288/613c6c81-850e-4897-837a-8b856cdb6abd.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Athens, Georgia Townscape](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/897390369453580288/613c6c81-850e-4897-837a-8b856cdb6abd.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![I'm sure it seemed like a good idea at the time, but it was short lived for obvious reasons. How can you fire both barrels at the same time? ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/320/51176701-22c8-42a0-817f-c03aede895aa.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Built with funds appropriated in 1845. Athens City Hall was built to provide a market on the ground floor where meat was sold. The building also housed the calaboose (jail), and the hall itself was used not only for political meetings, but for theatrical performances by native talent and traveling barnstormers. The ground floor is constructed of Lexington limestone and the upper floors are of brick with limestone accents. The building still houses the Mayors office. ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/320/d24a1765-c34e-4746-9df8-e8c921ccf3e6.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Clarke County, created by Act of Dec. 5, 1801 from Jackson County, originally contained Oconee and part of Madison and Greene Counties. It was named for Gen. Elijah Clarke who came to Wilkes County, Ga., from N.C. in 1774 and fought through Ga., and S.C. during the Revolutionary War. He engaged in several battles with the Indians and signed treaties with the Cherokees in 1783 and Creeks in 1783 and 1785. He died Dec. 15, 1799. First officers of Clarke County, commissioned Dec. 31, 1801, were: Abner Bankston, Sheriff; Bedford Brown, Clk, Sup. Ct.; Gabriel Hubert, Clk. Inf. Ct.; Stephen Nobles, Surveyor; Daniel Conner, Coroner.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/320/0255ecf0-85ea-423e-babf-a3222c9b5777.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ## Visit Downtown Athens Things to do Hotels Where to stay [Athens travel guide](https://expedia.co.uk/Athens.dx320) --- ### Popular places to visit ![The Georgia Theatre](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621532656509/22a60951-74a6-4ff0-99b3-b5bc9425e461.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/The-Georgia-Theatre-Athens.d553248621532656509.Attraction) ![University of Georgia](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6091171/8dced63f-aafd-45a1-a1bb-8b7e4930a1a5.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### University of Georgia Explore the campus of University of Georgia during your trip to Athens. Experience the area's live music and theatre scene. [](https://expedia.co.uk/University-Of-Georgia-Athens.d6091171.Attraction) ![State Botanical Garden of Georgia featuring flowers, a park and a fountain](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6091169/ed5119f2-3645-46f5-8e98-3f702e5a27c0.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/State-Botanical-Garden-Of-Georgia-Athens.d6091169.Attraction) ![Georgia Museum of Art](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6091161/917a82db-6bb4-4a02-871a-0a82c9d093de.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Georgia Museum of Art View over 10,000 impressive works of art at this museum set on the University of Georgia campus. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Georgia-Museum-Of-Art-Athens.d6091161.Attraction) ![Ware-Lyndon House which includes a house](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621532656513/52cfcb50-2ec1-4767-a838-9669e0dae333.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Ware-Lyndon House You can spend time exploring the galleries in Ware-Lyndon House in Athens. While you're here, you can savour the lively bars. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Ware-Lyndon-House-Athens.d553248621532656513.Attraction) #### 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Classic-Center-Athens.d6091159.Attraction) --- ## Top hotels in Downtown Athens ![Hyatt Place Athens/Downtown](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/20000000/19110000/19108600/19108552/a7d49bf4_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Hyatt Place Athens/Downtown 412 North Thomas Street Athens GA £138 15 Feb - 16 Feb includes taxes & fees Stay at this hotel in Athens. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their reviews. ... 9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,001 reviews) The stay was perfect! Breakfast fantastic! The staff was great! Reviewed on 4 Feb 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=15%2F02%2F2026&endDate=16%2F02%2F2026&selected=19108552&PinnedHotelID=19108552&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=897390369453580288) ![Courtyard by Marriott Athens Downtown](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1380000/1379200/1379146/690a5237_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Courtyard by Marriott Athens Downtown 390 E Washington Street Athens GA £140 15 Feb - 16 Feb includes taxes & fees Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Athens. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ... 8.8/10 Excellent! (846 reviews) Clean room and great staff. Reviewed on 1 Feb 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=15%2F02%2F2026&endDate=16%2F02%2F2026&selected=1379146&PinnedHotelID=1379146&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=897390369453580288) ![The Bell Athens by Kasa Living](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/111000000/110280000/110272000/110271984/6164ee83_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### The Bell Athens by Kasa Living 183 W Clayton St Athens GA £236 15 Feb - 16 Feb includes taxes & fees Stay at this aparthotel in Athens. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a rooftop terrace. Popular attractions Sanford Stadium and Morton Theater are located ... 9.6/10 Exceptional! (23 reviews) This was the cutest boutique hotel!! Decor was lovely and very thoughtful amenities. Plus the location is perfect!! Reviewed on 15 Nov 2025 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=15%2F02%2F2026&endDate=16%2F02%2F2026&selected=110271984&PinnedHotelID=110271984&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=897390369453580288) ![Downtown Athens Condo, Sanford Stadium Views, 12 Min Walk to Games](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/100000000/99400000/99397700/99397621/823372b8_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Downtown Athens Condo, Sanford Stadium Views, 12 Min Walk to Games Athens GA £178 16 Feb - 17 Feb includes taxes & fees Stay at this condo in Athens. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, laundry facilities and an in-room coffee maker. Popular attractions Sanford Stadium and The Georgia Theatre are ... 9.8/10 Exceptional! (30 reviews) Love everytime I stay! Beautifully appointed. Great location and great communication with host. Will stay again. Thank you Jennifer! Reviewed on 9 Dec 2025 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=16%2F02%2F2026&endDate=17%2F02%2F2026&selected=99397621&PinnedHotelID=99397621&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=897390369453580288) ![The University of Georgia Center for Continuing Education & Hotel](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3730000/3729700/3729634/11a1dd96_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### The University of Georgia Center for Continuing Education & Hotel 1197 South Lumpkin St Athens GA £112 23 Feb - 24 Feb includes taxes & fees Stay at this golf hotel in Athens. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 restaurants and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their ... 9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,002 reviews) Very good experience Reviewed on 7 Feb 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=23%2F02%2F2026&endDate=24%2F02%2F2026&selected=3729634&PinnedHotelID=3729634&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=897390369453580288) ![Holiday Inn Express Athens by IHG](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/20000/17700/17687/7df81c05_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Holiday Inn Express Athens by IHG 513 W Broad St Athens GA Fully refundable £107 2 Mar - 3 Mar includes taxes & fees Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Athens. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and an outdoor pool. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in ... 9/10 Wonderful! (1,001 reviews) Pleasantly surprised all the way around. Best location across the street from the Rambler and Maxxen. Good breakfast options. Clean room, halls, foyer. Nicely designed in the last update. Reviewed on 2 Feb 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=02%2F03%2F2026&endDate=03%2F03%2F2026&selected=17687&PinnedHotelID=17687&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=897390369453580288) [See all 580 properties in Downtown Athens](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.Hotels.DestinationExperience&startDate=11%2F02%2F2026&endDate=12%2F02%2F2026®ionId=897390369453580288) Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. 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If you've got time to venture a little farther, you can make a stop by Classic Center or The Georgia Theatre. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Athens-Athens-Warehouse-Historic-District.dx553248621563220360) ![Default Image](https://images.trvl-media.com/media/content/expus/graphics/deals/TE_Clouds_card_r1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Athens-Reese-Street-Historic-District.dx553248621557919998) ![The Arch at the entrance of North Campus at UGA.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621557919993/dede2fe6-c7de-47b2-a301-f6e20fbce767.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Athens-Dearing-Street-Historic-District.dx553248621557919993) ![Default Image](https://images.trvl-media.com/media/content/expus/graphics/deals/TE_Clouds_card_r1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Athens-Cobbham-Historic-District.dx553248621557919994) ![Default Image](https://images.trvl-media.com/media/content/expus/graphics/deals/TE_Clouds_card_r1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### North Athens North Athens might not have many top sights, but Classic Center and Ware-Lyndon House are two attractions nearby that you can check out. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Athens-North-Athens.dx987299232740466688) ![Default Image](https://images.trvl-media.com/media/content/expus/graphics/deals/TE_Clouds_card_r1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### 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. 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