West Athens
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Popular places to visit
University of Georgia
Explore the campus of University of Georgia during your trip to Athens. Experience the area's live music and theatre scene.
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.
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.
Georgia Museum of Art
View over 10,000 impressive works of art at this museum set on the University of Georgia campus.
Athens Institute for Contemporary Art
You can spend an afternoon studying the exhibits at Athens Institute for Contemporary Art during your trip to Athens. Experience the area's live music and theatre scene.
Sanford Stadium
Catch an event at Sanford Stadium during your trip to Athens. Experience the area's live music or attend a football match.
Top hotels in West Athens
Quality Inn & Suites Athens University Area
Breakfast hours were super short.
Reviewed on 19 Apr 2026
Microtel Inn by Wyndham Athens
Great location if you’re in town to see the Dawgs play, the AC works and the shower water gets hot but that’s about it. The hotel is rundown and smells like stale cigarettes. My husband and I are not smokers so it was an uncomfortable 2-day stay. Our room and bedding could’ve used an extra cleaning. ...
Reviewed on 19 Apr 2026
Howard Johnson by Wyndham Athens
Pool covered, no water in the morning for a short period of time. Run down property.
Reviewed on 22 Apr 2026
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Athens, GA
Room had a little mildew above vent and tv in living didn’t work. Front desk came to check it out but wasn’t able to fix it and didn’t have another room available.
Reviewed on 19 Apr 2026
Hampton Inn Athens
The staff were friendly. One in particular helped me get back in my room when the something jammed in the door. It was clean and quiet.
Reviewed on 22 Apr 2026
Toadhaus Modern Studio Suite in Athens GA Residential UGA artsy
The Toadhouse was very clean. It was perfect for our short stay in Athens. Communication on items and place were excellent.
Reviewed on 21 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around West Athens
Normaltown
While Normaltown may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like 40 Watt Club and The Georgia Theatre.
Baxter
If you're spending some time in Baxter, Original Fine Art Gallery and Tree That Owns Itself are top sights worth seeing.
Five Points
While Five Points isn't home to many top sights, Stegeman Coliseum and Butts-Mehre Heritage Hall Sports Museum are some notable places to visit nearby.
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.
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.
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.
