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Visit the East Texas Arboretum & Botanical Gardens
learn moreHoused in the historical Faulk-Gauntt Building
learn moreThe Athens Old Fiddler's Reunion & Contest 2012
learn moreThe "HOTTEST" Team Roping Events in East Texas!
The American Miniature Horse Association is the world's leading Miniature Horse registry with nearly 185,000 h...
It's hard work to sing badly well!
Get eye-to-eye with some of the largest freshwater fish in captivity, then try our casting pond!
Combining country charm and simplicity with big city conveniences - a stay at the Victorian Inn is like staying with family.
Who would ever suspect that just beyond downtown Athens lies sunken treasure?
The ziplines offer you a panoramic view of the beautiful rolling hills and trees of East Texas.
A fitness center with its many exercise areas and civic center with rooms available for a wide variety of functions.
Noted Artist with gallery and studio, located just 4 miles S. of Athens.
General tourism brochure for Athens, Texas
The Tara Inn stands as a sentinel watching over lush vines and greeting guests to the Tara Winery.
The new hotel is close to a variety of local attractions and recreational activities as well as many corporate locations in A...
Stay appreciated. Stay Picky. Stay Smart. Stay Impressed. Stay Invigorated. Stay Holiday Inn.