South Downtown, Atlanta

Name: South Downtown
Address: Atlanta, United States

#394 among attractions in Atlanta

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South Downtown is a historic neighborhood of Downtown Atlanta, Georgia, United States. South Downtown is primarily home to city, county, state, and federal governmental offices, which prompted the city to adopt signage declaring the area "Government Walk." Although much of South Downtown is dominated by surface parking lots, the neighborhood was passed over during the redevelopment boom of the 1960s and 1970s that resulted in the demolition of much of Downtown's architecturally significant buildings. The result is myriad buildings from the 1950s and earlier that retain their historic structural integrity. ()

Coordinates: 33°45'3"N, 84°23'37"W

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South Downtown – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Philips Arena, M. Rich Building, Equestrian statue of John Brown Gordon, Tabernacle Concert Hall.

0.5 miN
Sport venue, Sport
Philips Arena, Atlanta
12 min walk • Philips Arena, renamed in 2018 as State Farm Arena, is a premier sports and entertainment venue situated in the heart of Atlanta, United States. As a central hub for athletic events and concerts, this arena is home to the Atlanta Hawks of the National Basketball...
~800 ftNE
Shopping, Department store
M. Rich Building, Atlanta
4 min walk • The M. Rich Building, also known as Rich's Department Store, is a historic building in downtown Atlanta in the United States. Its history dates back to 1867 when Morris Rich opened a small shop at the corner of Whitehall and Hunter streets (now Peachtree Street...
~1630 ftE
Monuments and statues
Equestrian statue of John Brown Gordon, Atlanta
8 min walk • In the heart of Atlanta, Georgia, stands the equestrian statue of John Brown Gordon, a notable monument that captures a slice of Southern history. Created by sculptors Alexander Campbell Bruce and Solon Borglum, this statue is not merely an artistic representation but...
0.6 miN
Music and shows, Nightlife, Music venue
Tabernacle Concert Hall, Atlanta
15 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Atlanta, the Tabernacle Concert Hall stands as a testament to the city's vibrant music scene. This historic venue, originally built as a church in the early 20th century, has been repurposed to become one of Atlanta's premier destinations for...
0.5 miNW
Sport venue, Sport, Arenas and stadiums
Mercedes-Benz Stadium, Atlanta
14 min walk • Mercedes-Benz Stadium is a multi-purpose stadium located in Atlanta, Georgia, United States. Opened in August 2017 as a replacement for the Georgia Dome, it serves as the home stadium of the Atlanta Falcons National Football League and Atlanta United FC of Major League Soccer.
~1220 ftSE
Gothic Revival architecture, Architecture, City hall
City Hall, Atlanta
6 min walk • Atlanta City Hall is the headquarters of the City of Atlanta government. It was constructed in 1930, and is located in Downtown Atlanta.
~1850 ftNE
Large reservoir with a water park
Lake Lanier, Atlanta
9 min walk • Lake Lanier is a reservoir in the northern portion of the U.S. state of Georgia. It was created by the completion of Buford Dam on the Chattahoochee River in 1956, and is also fed by the waters of the Chestatee River.
~1250 ftNE
Nightlife, Dancing, Entertainment district
Underground Atlanta, Atlanta
7 min walk • Underground Atlanta is a shopping and entertainment district in the Five Points neighborhood of downtown Atlanta, Georgia, United States, near the Five Points MARTA station. It is currently undergoing renovations.
~1710 ftE
Monuments and statues
Statue of Jimmy Carter, Atlanta
9 min walk • The Jimmy Carter statue is a monumental statue in Atlanta, Georgia, United States. Located on the grounds of the Georgia State Capitol, the statue was designed by Frederick Hart and depicts Jimmy Carter, former President of the United States. It was dedicated in 1994.
~1660 ftSE
Monuments and statues
Statue of Ellis Arnall, Atlanta
8 min walk • The Ellis Arnall statue is a public monument located on the grounds of the Georgia State Capitol in Atlanta, Georgia. Honoring Georgia Governor Ellis Arnall, the statue was sculpted by Zenos Frudakis and unveiled in 1997.
~1420 ftE
Gothic Revival architecture, Church, Architecture
Central Presbyterian Church, Atlanta
7 min walk • Central Presbyterian Church is a historic church at 201 Washington Street SW in Atlanta, Georgia. It was founded in 1885 and was added to the National Register in 1986.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to South Downtown?

Nearby attractions include Murmur, Atlanta (2 min walk), Hotel Row, Atlanta (2 min walk), Eyedrum Art & Music Gallery, Atlanta (3 min walk), The Mammal Gallery, Atlanta (3 min walk).

How to get to South Downtown by public transport?

The nearest stations to South Downtown:

Bus

Atlanta Greyhound Bus Station (6 min walk)
West End Station • Lines: 832 (40 min walk)

Metro

Five Points • Lines: Blue, Gold, Green, Red (7 min walk)
Garnett • Lines: Gold, Red (7 min walk)

Tram

Park Place • Lines: Atlanta Streetcar (11 min walk)
Woodruff Park • Lines: Atlanta Streetcar (13 min walk)