Briarcliff Mansion, Atlanta

Name: Briarcliff Mansion
Address: Atlanta, United States

#420 among attractions in Atlanta

Reportedly haunted, Interesting neighbourhood

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Facts and practical information

Briarcliff was the mansion and estate of Asa Griggs "Buddy" Candler Jr. and is now the Briarcliff Campus of Emory University. The estate was built in 1922 on 42 acres on Williams Mill Road, now Briarcliff Road in Druid Hills near Atlanta. Williams Mill Road would be renamed Briarcliff Road in the 1920s after the estate that Asa Jr. would build there. It was listed on the National Register of Historic Places in 1988. ()

Built: 1922 (102 years ago)Coordinates: 33°47'22"N, 84°20'27"W

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Northeast Atlanta (Morningside - Lenox Park)Atlanta United States

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Day trips

Briarcliff Mansion – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: David J. Sencer CDC Museum, Michael C. Carlos Museum, Virginia–Highland, Druid Hills Golf Club.

1 miNE
Museum, Specialty museum, History museum
David J. Sencer CDC Museum, Atlanta
25 min walk • The David J. Sencer CDC Museum, located in Atlanta, United States, is a unique institution dedicated to the history and achievements of public health. Established in 1996 as part of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), the museum serves as an...
1 miE
Museum, Art museum, History museum
Michael C. Carlos Museum, Atlanta
25 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Atlanta, the Michael C. Carlos Museum stands as a bastion of ancient art and culture. Established in 1919 and located on the historic campus of Emory University, this museum is renowned for its extensive collection of artifacts that span the...
0.9 miSW
Nightlife, Dancing, Entertainment district
Virginia–Highland, Atlanta
23 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Atlanta, Virginia-Highland is a vibrant entertainment district known for its unique blend of historic charm and modern vitality. This bustling neighborhood, affectionately referred to as "VaHi" by locals, offers an eclectic mix of dining...
0.9 miSE
Golf
Druid Hills Golf Club, Atlanta
25 min walk • Nestled in the historic and affluent neighborhood of Druid Hills in Atlanta, the Druid Hills Golf Club offers an oasis of greenery amidst the bustling cityscape. Established in 1912, this private golf course has been a premier destination for golf aficionados for over...
1.3 miSE
Museum, Natural history museum, Science museum
Fernbank Museum of Natural History, Atlanta
34 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Atlanta, the Fernbank Museum of Natural History is a gateway to a world of adventure and discovery. This esteemed institution stands as a testament to the natural world, offering visitors of all ages the chance to immerse themselves in the...
1.4 miSW
Church
Druid Hills Presbyterian Church, Atlanta
36 min walk • Druid Hills Presbyterian Church is a historic Presbyterian church in Atlanta, Georgia, United States. The church was founded in 1883 in downtown Atlanta and moved to near the Druid Hills neighborhood in 1910.
0.6 miSW
Museum, Historical place, Art gallery
Callanwolde Fine Arts Center, Atlanta
15 min walk • Callanwolde Fine Arts Center is a 501 non-profit community arts center that offers classes and workshops for all ages in visual, literary and performing arts.
1.5 miNW
Protected area
Morningside Nature Preserve, Atlanta
38 min walk • The Morningside Nature Preserve is a project initiated by the Wildwood Urban Forest Committee to stop the destruction of 30 acres of forest located in northeast Atlanta and to develop this land for leisure and educational uses, but in a way that is consistent with conservation...
1.1 miE
Concerts and shows, Theater, Concert hall
Donna and Marvin Schwartz Center for Performing Arts, Atlanta
28 min walk • The Donna & Marvin Schwartz Center for Performing Arts is a 90,000-square-foot multi-discipline performing arts facility on the campus of Emory University in Atlanta, Georgia.
1.2 miSW
33°46'54"N • 84°21'36"W
John Howell Memorial Park, Atlanta
32 min walk • Park, Playground
0.9 miE
Neighbourhood
Druid Hills, Atlanta
22 min walk • Druid Hills is a community which includes both a census-designated place in unincorporated DeKalb County, Georgia, United States, as well as a neighborhood of the city of Atlanta. The CDP's population was 14,568 at the 2010 census.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Briarcliff Mansion?

Nearby attractions include Callanwolde Fine Arts Center, Atlanta (15 min walk), Druid Hills, Atlanta (22 min walk), Virginia–Highland, Atlanta (23 min walk), Emory University, Atlanta (23 min walk).

How to get to Briarcliff Mansion by public transport?

The nearest stations to Briarcliff Mansion:

Bus

Clifton - Gambrell Hall • Lines: Cctma (30 min walk)