Rome Downtown Development Authority

Poster Art Contest

Calling all students, K-12! You're invited to help us bring art to Downtown Rome! Art will be selected to be displayed throughout downtown. Students artwork will be unveiled at our Ellen Axson Wilson ArtsFest on May 1!

Poster Art Contest

Downtown Events

From concerts to holiday festivals, there's always something happening downtown!

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Find your way downtown

Are you looking for a parking facility, park, place of worship, or the welcome center? Find everything you need in one place!

Downtown Map

Stress-Free Parking Downtown

We hope you have a pleasant parking experience downtown. Know the rules and options available to you upon arrival!

Parking

Need Some Retail Therapy?

Yes, please! Check out downtown’s wide range of shopping options.

Shopping

Let's eat!

Planning a lunch date or need an after-dinner snack or drink?

Dining

So Much to See, So Little Time

Romans, would you like to explore in your own town? Or are you a visitor popping in for the day? Whatever the case, here’s a list of the must-sees and must-dos in Downtown Rome!

Attractions

Pooch-Friendly Downtown

Georgia’s Rome Paws Permitted Campaign outlines where to play & dine downtown.

Paws Permitted

Dining

Shopping

Lodging

Attractions

SHOP, DINE, AND LIVE ALL IN THE SAME PLACE!

You are invited to experience our charming, historic downtown nestled in Northwest Georgia filled with a variety of eateries, boutiques, salons, entertainment and event venues galore! Whether you love live music, relaxing with a tasty beverage, or learning about rich history, Downtown Rome has something to offer you.

If you’re looking for a place to eat, shop or just have some fun, we know a good place to start! Take a stroll down the second widest Main Street in Georgia or bike the river walk trail system, paddleboard one of the three rivers, or explore the many historic churches.

Residents and visitors can enjoy all of the amenities of this walkable city center with excellent accessibility for all ages. Always lively, Downtown Rome truly is Georgia’s hidden gem.

Parking in Rome

The first step to find your next favorite restaurant, store, or venue is to find a parking spot. Visit our parking page for a list of public parking options, and information about our free shuttle the Roman Chariot!

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Downtown Rome's River District

One of the main areas of focus is the River District, adjacent to beautiful Broad Street. To learn more about the long-term redevelopment efforts, view the River District Multi-Modal Analysis and Redevelopment Plan.

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3.24.2021

Dog Waste Station Sponsorship

3.16.2021

Dogs Day Out

3.15.2021

Poster Art Contest

12.21.2020

2020 Downtown Award Winners