Top 8 Free Things to do in Decatur, Georgia (GA)

April 1, 2022 Alice Mieles

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. Decatur's Square

101 E Court Square, Decatur, GA 30030-2544 +1 404-371-8386 http://www.visitdecaturga.com
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4.5 based on 307 reviews

Decatur's Square

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.

2. DeKalb History Center

101 E Court Sq, Decatur, GA 30030-2544 +1 404-373-1088 [email protected] http://www.dekalbhistory.org/
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4.5 based on 75 reviews

DeKalb History Center

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.

3. Your Dekalb Farmers Market

3000 E Ponce de Leon Ave, Decatur, GA 30030-2219 +1 404-377-6400 http://www.dekalbfarmersmarket.com/
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4.5 based on 686 reviews

Your Dekalb Farmers Market

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!

4. Brick Store Pub

125 E Court Sq, Decatur, GA 30030-2521 +1 404-396-5075 http://www.brickstorepub.com
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4.5 based on 38 reviews

Brick Store Pub

5. Kudzu Antiques

2928 E Ponce de Leon Ave, Decatur, GA 30030-2216 +1 404-373-6498 http://www.kudzuantiques.com/
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4.5 based on 40 reviews

Kudzu Antiques

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.

6. HomeGrown Decatur

412 Church St, Decatur, GA 30030-3333 +1 404-373-1147 http://www.homegrowndecatur.com
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4.5 based on 40 reviews

HomeGrown Decatur

7. Glenlake Park & Pool

1211 Church St, Decatur, GA 30030-1542 +1 404-377-7231 https://www.decaturga.com/activeliving/page/glenlake-park
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4.5 based on 18 reviews

Glenlake Park & Pool

Reviewed By YukiG_12 - West Palm Beach, United States

We rented the covered pavilion for the Sunday after wedding brunch. Great gathering place after all the excitement of the prior evening reception. There are tennis courts, play ground, dog park, soccer fields, walking trails and swimming pool that are nicely maintained. There are two entrances for parking. About one mile from Marta station in Decatur.

8. The Waffle House Museum

2719 E College Ave Open W & TH by appointment, Decatur, GA 30030-3917 +1 770-326-7086 http://www.wafflehouse.com/our-story/waffle-house-museum
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4.0 based on 26 reviews

The Waffle House Museum

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