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When to visit
How to get there
Where to stay
Renting a car

Athens travel guide

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You're Going to Love Athens

With a population of 13.458, Athens is a must-see destination in Tennessee, United States. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. We recommend you stay at least 4 days in order to fully appreciate everything Athens has to offer.

Activities & attractions in Athens

Movie theater
Art & Performing Arts•Entertainment

When to visit Athens

Athens in February
Estimated hotel price
$89
1 night at 3-star hotel
Athens in February
Estimated hotel price
$89
1 night at 3-star hotel

Looking for warm weather? Then head to Athens in July, when the average temperature is 77 °F, and the highest can go up to 87.8 °F. The coldest month, on the other hand, is January, when it can get as cold as 32 °F, with an average temperature of 41 °F. You’re likely to see more rain in January, when precipitation is around 4.7″. In contrast, October is usually the driest month of the year in Athens, with an average rainfall of 2.4″.

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How to Get to Athens

Plane

Although Athens doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Knoxville McGhee Tyson (TYS), which is located 68 km from Athens. Chattanooga Lovell Field is the most popular, with regular flights from American Airlines, Delta, WestJet and other airlines departing from the United States. The shortest domestic flight to Athens departs from Washington, D.C. and takes around 1h 29m.

Car

Another option to get to Athens is to pick up a car rental from Atlanta, which is about 188 km from Athens. You’ll find branches of Ace and Resla, among others, in Atlanta.

Plane

Although Athens doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Knoxville McGhee Tyson (TYS), which is located 68 km from Athens. Chattanooga Lovell Field is the most popular, with regular flights from American Airlines, Delta, WestJet and other airlines departing from the United States. The shortest domestic flight to Athens departs from Washington, D.C. and takes around 1h 29m.

Car

Another option to get to Athens is to pick up a car rental from Atlanta, which is about 188 km from Athens. You’ll find branches of Ace and Resla, among others, in Atlanta.

Airports near Athens

CHAChattanooga Lovell Field
TYSKnoxville McGhee Tyson

Airlines serving Athens

Lufthansa
Good (8,298 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,595 reviews)
British Airways
Good (8,275 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,242 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,690 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,653 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,715 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,687 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (2,031 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (10,449 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,417 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (438 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (11,832 reviews)
Ethiopian Air
Good (1,043 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Good (13,134 reviews)
ANA
Excellent (1,337 reviews)
Japan Airlines
Excellent (1,954 reviews)
Avianca
Good (2,549 reviews)
Korean Air
Excellent (1,219 reviews)
Aer Lingus
Good (1,868 reviews)
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Where to stay in Athens

If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Holiday Inn Express Athens By IHG and Baymont by Wyndham Athens, TN.

Where to stay in popular areas of Athens

Most booked hotels in Athens

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Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Athens
2 stars
Excellent (8.8, 202 reviews)
$135+
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Comfort Inn Athens
2 stars
Excellent (8.3, 637 reviews)
$102+
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Baymont by Wyndham Athens, TN
2 stars
Good (7.9, 375 reviews)
$67+
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HomeTowne Studios by Red Roof Athens, TN
2 stars
Good (7.4, 114 reviews)
$70+
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Super 8 by Wyndham Athens
2 stars
Good (7.2, 376 reviews)
$50+
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Econo Lodge Athens I-75
2 stars
Good (7.1, 68 reviews)
$45+
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Renting a car in Athens

Expect to pay $4.62 per gallon in Athens (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $55.42 and $73.89. Full-size (Chevrolet Tahoe or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Athens, while also 36% cheaper than other types, on average.

Expect to pay $4.62 per gallon in Athens (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $55.42 and $73.89. Full-size (Chevrolet Tahoe or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Athens, while also 36% cheaper than other types, on average.

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