Are there soccer bars in Atlanta?

Yes. Atlanta has soccer-friendly bars that show domestic and international matches. Check each venue’s schedule for the game you want to watch.

Where can I watch live sports in Atlanta?

Sports bars and neighborhood pubs across Downtown, Midtown, and the surrounding neighborhoods screen local and national games. Confirm the schedule and reservations with the venue.

Is the Atlanta bar scene visitor friendly?

Yes. Most Atlanta bars welcome visitors. Downtown and Midtown areas are particularly accessible without a car. Buckhead nightlife is popular but rideshare is recommended.

Bars & Nightlife

Atlanta Bars & Nightlife For Visitors

Q: Where should visitors go for bars and nightlife in Atlanta?

Buckhead, Midtown, Old Fourth Ward, and East Atlanta Village are the most popular nightlife areas. Each has a different vibe from upscale clubs to dive bars to craft cocktail spots.

Atlanta nightlife varies by neighborhood: Midtown has cocktail bars and live music, Buckhead offers upscale clubs and rooftop bars, and Old Fourth Ward and East Atlanta Village have local bars and craft beer. Downtown sports bars suit stadium visits. The best bars in Atlanta for your evening depend on your plans and transportation.

Where should visitors go for bars and nightlife in Atlanta?

Atlanta has a strong bar and nightlife scene spread across several neighborhoods. Buckhead offers upscale clubs and rooftop bars. Midtown is popular for cocktail bars and live music. Old Fourth Ward and East Atlanta Village have a more local and craft beer focused vibe. Downtown has sports bars and venues convenient to Mercedes-Benz Stadium.

Featured bar & nightlife listings are paid placements.

All Atlanta bars appear free in the Atlanta Visitor Directory.

SkyLounge at Glenn Hotel

Downtown • $$$

Iconic rooftop bar atop the Glenn Hotel — panoramic downtown Atlanta views and craft cocktails.

Smith's Olde Bar

Midtown • $$

Atlanta's beloved live music institution since 1981 — two stages, great food, and authentic local atmosphere.

Tongue & Groove

Buckhead • $$$

Buckhead's premier upscale nightclub and live music venue — VIP service and world-class sound.

Ladybird Grove & Mess Hall

Old Fourth Ward • $$

Beloved bar with Atlanta's best outdoor patio — BeltLine views, craft cocktails, and eclectic food.

Puttshack Midtown Atlanta

Midtown • $$

Tech-powered mini-golf, premium cocktails, and great food in Midtown — the ultimate group outing.

Ormsby's

West Midtown • $$

West Midtown's favorite activity bar — bocce, shuffleboard, darts, and excellent craft beers.

Proof & Provision

Downtown • $$

Award-winning subterranean cocktail bar in the historic Georgian Terrace — innovative drinks and a speakeasy vibe.

Best Craft Cocktails — Kimball House

Decatur • $$$

The South's most celebrated cocktail bar — legendary oysters, extraordinary drinks, in a Victorian train depot.

Polaris at Hyatt Regency

Downtown • $$$

Atlanta's legendary revolving rooftop bar — 360° skyline views, an icon since 1967.

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