Location: Decatur
Top Things to do in Decatur
The 10 Best Things to do in Decatur, Georgia (GA)
Decatur is a city in, and the county seat of, DeKalb County, Georgia, United States and is part of the Atlanta metropolitan area. With a population of 20,148 in the 2013 census, the municipality is sometimes assumed to be larger since multiple zip codes in unincorporated DeKalb County bear the Decatur name. The city is served by three MARTA rail stations. The city is located approximately 5 miles northeast of downtown Atlanta and shares its western border with Atlanta.
Restaurants in Decatur
1. Atlanta Hot Glass
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 15 reviews
We are the only studio in town offering both public rental and membership opportunities for glass artists that need a studio to use as a base of operations. Education is our main focus. We maintain a high quality, clean environment where students and members can exercise their creativity. We offer one time classes, ongoing lessons, and individualized lesson plans to build your skills to become an independent glass artist. Our unique approach to teaching ensures you’re getting the most out of your glass making experience at Atlanta Hot Glass. Along with membership and classes, the studio is available to rent as a venue. The spacious facility has space to grow, teach, and show our artists creations with approximately 2500 sq ft of hot shop and gallery space. Let us host your next birthday party or corporate event and give your guests a memorable, unique experience!
2. Beer From Here
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 11 reviews
Beer From Here is Atlanta's premier customized craft beverage tour company. We do all the transportation, coordination, & event planning for your group. Our fleet can accommodate groups ranging from 15 to 50 guests on a single vehicle and up to 200 total for the event. If beer isn’t your thing (we hope we can change that) we can always arrange a private outing to visit local Distilleries, Cideries, North Georgia Wineries, Top Golf, Axe Throwing, & more. Beer, cider, wine, or spirits we encourage you to Drink Local Proudly!
3. Sights & Sounds Black Cultural Museum
4. Decatur Glass Blowing
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 5 reviews
Reviewed By TFLucas - Atlanta, United States
A friend of mine mentioned that she did glass blowing in Tennessee so I decided to look up a local place near Atlanta. My family was visiting from Boston so I scheduled our visit for the day after Thanksgiving. Took a little break from shopping. We arrived promptly at 1:45 and were the first few to sign in and sign a waiver. It was a large group of 26 so they wanted to keep things moving. You pick your color ornament and after a demonstration they get right to it. There were 3 instructors/stations and they were great! Walk you thru everything while explaining the process. I was #3 to go and everyone was watching! Most things you do yourself with them right by your side but the final blowing up of the ornament they do as you form it. You can choose to have a standard hanging ornament or a button so that it can sit on your mantel. After you fill out the form with your initials & color it has to cool for 2 days. So I had to go back to pick them up and will mail the ornaments to my family. We were in & out within an hour. If you're the last people to come in you'll have to wait for everyone else to go. The glass piece they have in the shop are absolutely amazing! I even picked up a few Christmas gifts before we left. You definitely need to check this place out.
5. Decatur's Square
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 307 reviews
Reviewed By WhiteandWhite
Visiting Decatur’s downtown square is like going “Back to the Future”! This historic court building with its clock reminds me of the one in the movie. It sets the scene for a quaint downtown area with a lively restaurant scene, and quirky shops. Worth a visit.
6. DeKalb History Center
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 75 reviews
The DeKalb History Center collects, preserves and shares the history of DeKalb County, Georgia. Our Archives and Museum are located inside the historic courthouse in downtown Decatur, just a few miles from metro Atlanta. Open to the public, you can research many local history topics including genealogy and family history, cemeteries and historic homes. We also have many resources for teachers and host children’s programs throughout the year. The Courthouse is available for rent and serves as a popular event facility for facility for weddings, corporate functions and parties.
7. Eddie's Attic
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 92 reviews
Eddie’s Attic is a popular and intimate live music venue for aspiring and accomplished performing songwriters. The Attic is located in Decatur, Georgia, a small artist-friendly town within the metro Atlanta area – a cultural blend of Berkeley and Mayberry. A “listening room” with a superior sound system/acoustics, where customers are asked to silence cell phones and actually listen to the songs, has made the Attic’s music room a hit with music enthusiasts. Eddie’s Attic draws both fans and artists from all over the world, and continues to be one of the premier music venues in the nation. Our Hours of Operation are: BOX OFFICE: 12 PM – 6 PM, Monday – Friday RESTAURANT & BAR: 5 PM – Close, Sunday – Saturday PLEASE NOTE: Restaurant closes at 10 PM.
Reviewed By C6377LMshannonb - Atlanta, United States
Great place to see local artists perform, meet with friends for dinner and/or drinks, fun location near lots of other neat places on The Square.
8. Your Dekalb Farmers Market
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 686 reviews
Reviewed By happy_in_paris_10 - Atlanta, United States
As a Foodie, I was in heaven!!!This is truly an enormous international market, with fresh produce, canned and dry goods from all over the world, fresh bakery, fresh meat, seafood and cheese from every where! Fresh flowers. An elegant Fresh and fancy dessert aisle. A spice shelf as long as an ordinary grocery aisle - floor to almost ceiling, fresh dried herbs and spices at prices so low you look twice! (Example. large bag of bay leaves for 67 cents) Everything from allspice to zatar! There's a wine section, fresh made pasta of all shapes and sizes! Did I mention the fresh coffees? And an array of cooks tools...But - the crowning jewel is the self serve restaurant - a buffet line really - with hot and cold selections that will amaze you! Homemade soups, international vegetables such as spicy Chinese eggplant, miscellaneous meat, an entire aisle of cold international salad like tabouli, then several kinds of fresh made Indian Samosas, pizza, fried chicken...A dizzying array of food delights! It's wise to get it in a takeout container as you will inevitably get tooooo much and not be able to eat it all. This is a destination NOT to be missed!
9. Kudzu Antiques
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 40 reviews
Voted 'Best of Atlanta', Kudzu's 24,000 sq.ft. offers a unique mix of new and old items, including great selections of antiques, vintage, midcentury, industrial, lighting, accessories, sofas and gifts. Not your traditional antique store! There's something for everyone, a great way to spend some time with friends. Airconditioned, clean, safe on-site parking, open every day 11-7.
10. Brick Store Pub
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 38 reviews
TAGS
