Decatur, County seat in metropolitan Atlanta, United States.
Decatur spans 4.60 square miles of land area within DeKalb County, featuring three MARTA rail stations connecting the city to greater Atlanta.
The city received its incorporation papers in December 1823, named after United States Navy Commodore Stephen Decatur who served in multiple naval conflicts.
The Decatur Arts Festival takes place each May, gathering local artists and craftspeople to display their works across multiple downtown locations.
The City Schools of Decatur district maintains several educational institutions from pre-kindergarten through high school, serving thousands of students annually.
Three separate MARTA rail stations serve this small city: Decatur station, East Lake station, and Avondale station, providing extensive public transportation options.
Location: DeKalb County
Inception: 1823
Elevation above the sea: 318 m
Website: https://decaturga.com
GPS coordinates: 33.77140,-84.29780
Latest update: May 26, 2025 19:42
East Lake Golf Club
3.2 km
Fernbank Science Center
2 km
Briarcliff
4.5 km
Fernbank Museum of Natural History
2.8 km
Michael C. Carlos Museum
3.2 km
Variety Playhouse
5 km
Rainbow Terrace
3.4 km
Lullwater House
3.7 km
Van Gogh: The Immersive Experience
3.1 km
DeKalb County Confederate Monument
405 m
Decatur Waterworks
4.1 km
Druid Hills Historic District
3.1 km
Meadow Nook
3 km
Decatur Cemetery
1.3 km
Emory Grove Historic District
3 km
Donna and Marvin Schwartz Center for Performing Arts
3 km
Kriegshaber House
4.9 km
Inman Park-Moreland Historic District
5.1 km
Ponce de Leon Court Historic District
864 m
Fernbank Observatory
2.1 km
Pythagoras Lodge No. 41, Free and Accepted Masons
481 m
David J. Sencer CDC Museum
4 km
Kirkwood Historic District
4.1 km
Mary Gay House
639 m
Swanton House
652 m
Neville and Helen Farmer Lustron House
1 km
South Candler Street-Agnes Scott College Historic District
811 m
7 Stages Theatre
5 kmReviews
Visited this place? Tap the stars to rate it and share your experience / photos with the community! Try now! You can cancel it anytime.
Discover hidden gems everywhere you go!
From secret cafés to breathtaking viewpoints, skip the crowded tourist spots and find places that match your style. Our app makes it easy with voice search, smart filtering, route optimization, and insider tips from travelers worldwide. Download now for the complete mobile experience.
A unique approach to discovering new places❞
— Le Figaro
All the places worth exploring❞
— France Info
A tailor-made excursion in just a few clicks❞
— 20 Minutes