Introduction

The historic City of Athens offers a unique collection of experiences! Visit “The Square” and feel the heartbeat of the community. Events like Athens Farmers Market, Fridays After Five, Sippin Cider, and the Chocolate Walk have become a part of the downtown landscape. If you’re looking to stay outdoors, enjoy Big Spring Park or take a step back in time under the shade trees on the courthouse lawn. Visit Merchants Alley to experience spectacular public art in a relaxed urban park. Enjoy local musicians every Friday night during the spring and fall. And don’t miss the fun of The Square Arts & Entertainment District. Make your plans to see and feel the charm of downtown Athens!

ATHENS DISTRICT MAP

Spotlights

FOOD

• Old Black Bear Brewing Athens
• Ro’s Grille

• The Salty Cod
• The Southern Table

• Li’l Mazzara’s
• Village Pizza

• Wildwood Deli
• Lucia’s Cocina Mexicana

LODGING

• Hampton Inn Athens
• Fairfield Inn

SELFIE SPOT

• Merchants Alley

SHOPPING

• U. G. White

CULTURAL EXPERIENCE

• Juneteenth

OUTDOOR EXPERIENCE

• Athens Farmers Market at Doug Gates Park

EVENT

• Friday After Five

TRADITION

• Tennessee Valley Old Time Fiddlers Convention