Merchant's Alley in Athens

Athens

Athens, Alabama, is located in the foothills of the Appalachians and is home to leisure opportunities, shops, dining establishments, and lively cultural experiences like Isom’s Orchard. Take a relaxing walk on local trails and appreciate the town’s historic architecture. No matter your interests, there’s plenty to do in and around Athens!

Merchant's Alley in Athens

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Civil Rights Legacy
Visit Alabama’s African American Historic Sites.

Alabama played a critical role in shaping civil rights history. Key events that forged the state’s significance in how the movement advanced forward are forever ingrained in our lives, as a people and as a state.

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Places Around Athens You May Like

Where to Stay

Hampton Inn & Suites - Athens-I-65 (Huntsville Area)

Nestled at the base of the Smokey Mountains, Hampton Inn & Suites Athens/I-65 (Huntsville Area) is located in the middle of shopping and dining, and convenient to two major cities. Located off I-65, between Birmingham, AL and Nashville, TN, our hotel...

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Quality Inn

Book a room at the Quality Inn hotel in Athens, AL

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Fairfield Inn & Suites Athens I-65

Nestled at the foothills of the Appalachian Mountains in Athens, AL is the Fairfield Inn & Suites Athens/ I-65. Our Hotel in Athens is conveniently located off of I-65 between Nashville, TN and Birmingham, AL, as well as only 16 miles east of Huntsvi...

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Super 8 Athens

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Econo Lodge

Book your stay at the Econo Lodge in Athens, AL!

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Northgate RV Travel Park

Clean, Safe Overnight parking.

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Cowford Campground

Located on the Tennessee River, offering swimming, fishing and boating. Public water, 40 electrical and water RV hookups for campers, picnic facilities, hiking, and restroom facilities available.

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The Drop Farm

The Drop Farm is furnished in period antiques. Two rooms are available, each with a double bed and private bath. There are facilities available for private events, parties, etc.

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What to See & Do

Athens Farmers Market

Every Saturday from June through August, 8 AM-Noon, and every Tuesday from May through September, Athens Main Street hosts the Athens Farmers Market. A popular gathering place to purchase local, fresh produce, specialty items, baked goods, and flowe...

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Antebellum Trail

Driving/walking trail through Athens, Belle Mina and Mooresville, highlighting homes homes and structures.

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Southern Gayles Golf Course

5 sets of tees, bent grass, gently rolling, 13 water hazards. Challenging yet fun. 400-acres. No adjacent holes.

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Lucy's Branch Marina

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Limestone County Tornado Memorial

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Fort Henderson Historic Site and Trinity High School

Three historic sites, Fort Henderson, Trinity H.S. and Trinity Congregational Church are an important part of the progression of racial equality in North Alabama.

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Limestone Sheriff's Arena

Limestone Sheriff's Arena & Law Enforcement Training Center. Home to the annual sheriff's rodeo to raise funds for training, equipment, and helicopter costs. Monthly public events held on the grounds: KC Barbeque Cook-off for Boys & Girls Club; famil...

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West End Outdoors

North Alabama's Largest Tackle Shop. Dealers for G. Loomis rods, Shimano reels, major and hard to find lures, live bait, Costa, Maui Jim, Oakley and Ray Ban sunglasses, picnic supplies, gas, LP gas, cold drinks (Always 27*), beer, wines, and full lin...

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Where to Eat

Athens Alehouse and Cellar, LLC

Athens Alehouse offers on and off site purchases of craft beer and wine.

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Upcoming Events

Tuesday - Thursday

Oct 3, 2023 to
Oct 26, 2023

Huntsville & Decatur » Athens

Haunt Walks

Wednesday - Saturday

Oct 4, 2023 to
Oct 7, 2023

Bankhead & Sipsey Wilderness » Athens

Tennessee Valley Old Time Fiddlers Convention

Thursday - Saturday

Oct 26, 2023 to
Oct 28, 2023

Huntsville & Decatur » Athens

17th Annual Athens Storytelling Festival

Saturday

Dec 9, 2023

Huntsville & Decatur » Athens

Sippin' Cider

Friday - Saturday

May 17, 2024 to
May 18, 2024

Huntsville & Decatur » Athens

42nd Limestone County Sheriff's Rodeo

Tuesday - Tuesday

May 2, 2023 to
Sep 26, 2023

Huntsville & Decatur » Athens

Athens Farmers Market

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