Downtown Decatur, GA, may look familiar -- we're the setting for HBO's Watchmen, and dozens of popular productions dating all the way back to the movie Zombieland and Scream II.
Just east of the Atlanta BeltLine and six miles from downtown, the city of Decatur is 4.7 square miles packed with more than 200 great reasons to visit. And our downtown square ranks number #2 on 2021 USA TODAY's 10 Best Readers' Choice travel awards for Best Public Square. It's the perfect starting point for exploring DeKalb County and all of metro Atlanta.
Make it a day in Decatur or book an upscale overnight stay at our two hotels just north of the square, and indulge in buzz-worthy dining and shopping, all within a few walkable blocks.
Destination Dining
Foodies flock here for our critically acclaimed restaurants including many of Creative Loafing’s Best of Atlanta experiences – The White Bull (best new restaurant), Chai Pani (best Indian food), Brick Store Pub (the second best beer bar in America), and Kimball House (best oysters, best service).
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Shop, Shop, Shop!
Experience standout shopping at charming storefronts including Little Shop of Stories (best book store) and Worthmore Jewelers (best jewelry store). Check out local favorites like Bleu Hanger for women’s fashion and Sq/Ft for whimsical and snarky home goods.
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All the Art
There’s plenty more to peruse on and around the square in between nibbling, sipping, and shopping! Enjoy a stroll and take in our Decatur Artway public art series, with five sculptures installed around downtown and five on view in Oakhurst Village south of the square.
Look down for Secret Doors Decatur, and #lookupdecatur for artworks installed on light poles. Murals pop up in unexpected places, and buskers bring music to our tree-shaded sidewalks.
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Nightlife + Nightcaps
Make the after-hours scene here for live music, comedy, and hand-crafted cocktails. Rising stars perform at Eddie’s Attic where the Indigo Girls, Sugarland, and John Mayer played in their early days (and still drop by for surprise visits).
Then unwind with after-after-dinner drinks. Sample the beer offerings at any of the pubs around the square (including the famous Brick Store Pub) or try Twain's Brewpub & Billiards for very local pours. Munch a midnight snack at Victory Sandwich Bar or head to The S.O.S. Tiki Bar around back for a tropical nightcap.
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Great Location, Easy Access
With three MARTA train stations inside its city limits, Decatur is well connected to downtown Atlanta, Hartsfield-Jackson International Airport and the world. Make Decatur your home away from home and jumping off point for metro attractions like the Georgia Aquarium, Stone Mountain Park, Mercedes Benz Stadium and more. Stay connected while you’re here with free wi-fi downtown, in Oakhurst, and at our biggest city parks.
Warm welcomes and good times – that’s a day in Decatur.
Share your Decatur with the hashtags #visitdecaturga and #storiesonthedecatursquare.
Stop By, Say Hi!
The Decatur Visitors Center, a one-stop location for information about the City of Decatur, is just one block north of the historic Old Courthouse on the square. Get in-town insights from friendly staff, and brochures, guides, maps, and itineraries.
Decatur Visitors Center
113 Clairemont Ave., Decatur, GA 30030
678-615-0915
Open daily, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m
The Decatur Tourism Bureau is a 501(c)6 organization that promotes tourism and visitors to the City of Decatur. It is funded with a portion of the hotel/motel taxes collected within the City of Decatur. The Tourism Bureau was established in December 2008, received its 501(c)6 status in 2009, and established the Decatur Visitors Center in 2013.