Little Five Points
Little Five Points, Atlanta, Georgia
As the center of Atlanta’s countercultural scene, Little Five Points is often described as the city’s answer to San Francisco’s bohemian Haight-Ashbury district. It's home to vibrant street art, eclectic thrift shops, performance venues, brewpubs, record stores, and other cultural stops, making it the best place to discover Atlanta’s alternative side.
Food lovers should hit the Vortex Bar and Grill (famous for its skull entrance) or Euclid Avenue Yacht Club for their beloved burgers. Shoppers looking for a bargain can browse the racks at the Junkman’s Daughter or pick up vinyl at Criminal Records. For culture, catch a show at the Variety Playhouse—and don’t miss the chance to grab a craft beer at the Wrecking Bar Brewpub, one of the city’s top beer destinations.
You can also see the best of the area in the company of a local guide. Many Little Five Points tours focus on the colorful street artworks, while others hit up its key nightlife stops.
One of the most popular neighborhoods in Atlanta’s Eastside, Little Five Points is perfect for travelers wanting to step off the tourist trail and see an edgier side of the city.
To make the most of Little Five Points, visit on a good weather day: You’ll want to linger outdoors to take in the best of its street art.
Use your street smarts as you explore: Leave your valuables at home, and be aware of your surroundings when using your smartphone.
Little Five Points was built more than a century ago, and it’s worth seeking out historical landmarks like the Horizon Theatre, the Point Center Building, and the Academy for Heritage Architecture.
Little Five Points is in Atlanta’s Eastside, 2.5 miles (4 kilometers) east of Downtown. If using public transport, take the MARTA Blue Line or Green Line to Inman Park/Reynoldstown Station, 15 minutes away from Little Five on foot. The area is also served by numerous bus lines, while taxis and rideshare services make exploring easy.
Little Five Points is a popular destination throughout the week, but its wealth of brunch spots, dive bars, and other entertainment venues make it especially lively on evenings and weekends. To see the neighborhood at its most eccentric, don’t miss the Little Five Points Halloween Festival and Parade when thousands show up in over-the-top costumes and take part in a range of festive activities.
Little Five Points may be best known for its countercultural appeal, but the area is also home to historical highlights and worthy green spaces. Nearby Freedom Park spans 200 acres (80 hectares) of greenery, and from there you can follow the Freedom Park Trail to the Jimmy Carter Presidential Library and Museum.
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