East Side Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit East Side
Popular places to visit
Zoo Atlanta
Span the globe at this excellent zoo and experience Asian rainforests, African plains and the country's biggest band of gorillas.
Fernbank Museum of Natural History
Kids will be wowed by dinosaur skeletons and interactive exhibits at this popular natural history museum.
Grant Park
After visiting Grant Park, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Atlanta. Experience the area's acclaimed theatre scene and lively festivals.
Fernbank Science Center
Enjoy this family-friendly science museum with its hands-on activities for children and the young at heart.
Oakland Cemetery
Visit Atlanta's oldest, largest and most monumental graveyard to learn gripping tales about some of the tens of thousands of people buried here.
East Lake Golf Club
Enjoy a round of golf in Atlanta at East Lake Golf Club. Discover the area's lively bars and its entertainment choices.
Activities
LEGO Discovery Center Admission Ticket
World of Coca-Cola Ticket & Guided Tour with VIP Polar Bear Photo
Center for Puppetry Arts:: Worlds of Puppetry Museum
Atlanta: Sloomoo Institute Admission Ticket
The Escape Game at The Interlock in Atlanta
Our pick of the best East Side Hotel Deals
The University Inn at Emory
The staff remembered us. We stayed before. It's an old fashioned place, but comfortable.
Reviewed on 10 Jan 2026
4 Minutes to Downtown by the Atlanta Beltline Trail in the Cabbagetown Neighborhood
Clean unique stay! Near great places to eat and Atlanta tourist attractions. Quiet neighborhood. I absolutely loved the charm and the artistic style of this home.
Reviewed on 14 Oct 2025
Oasis Treehouse Atlanta
Very cute, relaxing. Host was excellent and easy to communicate with.
Reviewed on 1 Jan 2026
Atlanta Spacious Haven near Downtown & BeltLine
James was a great host and very professional. Thank you for a great stay!
Reviewed on 27 Nov 2025
15min airport/Dwntwn Pet Friendly. Work Friendly.
The location is ideal. Close to restaurants and main highways. The house is in a quiet neighborhood and felt safe.
Reviewed on 2 Nov 2025
White Bohemian Mansion - Hot tub 9 bedrooms 5 baths
Other neighbourhoods around East Side
Old Fourth Ward
If you're spending some time in Old Fourth Ward, Central Park and Ponce City Market are top sights worth seeing.
Virginia Highland
While Virginia Highland isn't home to many top sights, The Atlanta Beltline Start and Callanwolde Fine Arts Center are some notable places to visit nearby.
Peachtree Center
While you're in Peachtree Center, take in top sights like AmericasMart and jump on the metro at Peachtree Center Station to see more of the city.
Fairlie-Poplar Historic District
The ample dining options and popular aquarium are top of the list for many visitors to Fairlie-Poplar Historic District. A stop by Rialto Center for the Performing Arts or Tabernacle might round out your trip.
South Downtown
While you're in South Downtown, take in top sights like Underground Atlanta and jump on the metro at Garnett Station to see more of the city.
Downtown Atlanta
Mercedes-Benz Stadium and State Farm Arena are a few top attractions in Downtown Atlanta. Hop around the city on the metro at Five Points Station or Dome-GWCC-Philips Arena-CNN Center Station and check out the area's must-see aquarium, great live music and popular shops.
