Little Five Points grew up around a five-way intersection east of downtown and has long been the home of Atlanta's counterculture.

Spend an hour flipping through records and racks of vintage clothing, then wander the side streets to find murals painted on almost every wall.

It's a great place to catch live music, with small venues and bars hosting local bands and touring acts most nights of the week.

Food here leans casual and creative, from burgers to vegan spots, with plenty of patios for people-watching.

Pair it with a walk through neighboring Inman Park, one of the city's oldest suburbs, with its grand Victorian homes and leafy streets.