Things to Do in Downtown, Atlanta Home to many of the city's tourist attractions, including Georgia State University and various sporting venues. The area has seen new condos and businesses, with historic buildings being renovated along streets like Peachtree and Marietta.
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High Museum of Art ★ 4.7 · 6.1k
Museum known for its diverse art collection & modern architecture by Richard Meier & Renzo Piano.
Mon Closed
Tue–Fri 10 AM – 5 PM
Sat 10 AM – 5 PM
Sun 12 PM – 5 PM
Margaret Mitchell House and Museum ★ 4.4 · 835
Home where Margaret Mitchell wrote most of Gone With the Wind now offers tours & a gift shop.
Mon Closed
Tue–Fri 9 AM – 4 PM
Sat 9 AM – 4 PM
Sun 9 AM – 4 PM Where to eat & drink in Downtown
Red Phone Booth ★ 4.6 · 2.8k
Craft cocktails, small plates & cigars offered in a chic speakeasy entered through a phone booth.
Mon–Wed 4 PM – 12 AM
Thu–Fri 4 PM – 1 AM
Sat 4 PM – 1 AM
Sun 4 PM – 11 PM
Tin Lizzy's Cantina ★ 4.8 · 9.9k· $10–20
Laid-back, vibrant cantina with live music serving Tex-Mex food, margaritas, beer & wine.
Mon–Thu 11 AM – 11 PM
Fri 11 AM – 12 AM
Sat 11 AM – 12 AM
Sun 11 AM – 11 PM
Ray's In the City ★ 4.6 · 6.8k· $50–100
Upscale setting for seafood, prime cuts, and an extensive wine list, plus weekly live jazz.
Mon–Thu 11:30 AM – 9 PM
Fri 11:30 AM – 11 PM
Sat 4 PM – 11 PM
Sun 4 PM – 9 PM
Poor Calvin's ★ 4.6 · 4.3k· $40–100
Modern, intimate eatery featuring an Asian fusion menu plus both classic and creative cocktails.
Mon–Thu 5 PM – 10 PM
Fri 5 PM – 11 PM
Sat 5 PM – 11 PM
Sun 3 PM – 10 PM
Baraka Shawarma Atlanta ★ 4.6 · 1.6k· $10–20
Straightforward deli offering burgers, sandwiches, wings & more in a cozy space with seating.
Every day 11 AM – 10 PM
Pal's Lounge ★ 4.3 · 306· $10–20
Intimate, dimly lit cocktail lounge with barstools & banquettes plus live jazz & blues performances.
Mon–Wed Closed
Thu 6:30 PM – 12 AM
Fri 12 AM – 11:30 AM, 7 PM – 12 AM
Sat 12 AM – 11:30 AM, 7 PM – 12 AM
Sun 12 AM – 11:30 AM
Vanity Restaurant ★ 4.5 · 827· $30–90
Mon–Fri 5 PM – 2:30 AM
Sat 5 PM – 2:30 AM
Sun 5 PM – 12 AM
Aviva by Kameel Downtown ★ 4.8 · 1.7k· $10–20
Easygoing counter-serve cafe & juice bar providing locally sourced, classic Mediterranean meals.
Mon–Fri 11 AM – 3 PM
Sat Closed
Sun Closed
Atalian Kitchen & Bar ★ 4.7 · 1.2k· $50–100
Every day 4 PM – 10 PM
By George restaurant and bar ★ 4.6 · 1.3k· $30–60
Mon–Fri 7 AM – 11 AM, 11:30 AM – 2:30 PM, 5:30 PM – 10 PM
Sat 7 AM – 2:30 PM, 5:30 PM – 10 PM
Sun 7 AM – 2:30 PM, 5:30 PM – 10 PM
Blossom Tree ★ 4.6 · 681· $10–20
Casual Korean kitchen dishing up tacos with Asian-inspired fillings, plus familiar entrees & sides.
Mon–Fri 10:30 AM – 8 PM
Sat Closed
Sun Closed
Mr Fries Man ★ 4.4 · 1.4k· $10–20
Every day 10 AM – 5 AM Planning time in Downtown?
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