- The list below includes 21 free or cheap things to do in or near Athens, Texas, including 35 different types of inexpensive activities like Farms & Ranches, Neighborhoods, Bowling and Go Karts.
- From Lake Athens to Athens Scuba Park, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Athens and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Canton.
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Located near the Historical District in Palestine, Dogwood Six Theatres provides a small town movie experience accompanied with a Texan charm. With smaller theatres and a well-educated and friendly staff, a trip to the movies becomes much more personal.
32.8 Miles
A family fun park and amusement facility, DOGWOOD JUNCTION offers a variety of attractions. The park has go karts, miniature golf, batting cages, video and redemption games in the arcade, and an extensive snack bar.
32.9 Miles
Built in the mid-19th century and later owned by Colonel G.R. Howard, the Howard House Museum in Palestine, Texas is an architectural relic. Representing the very beginning of the cities development, visitors can enjoy in its splendor with a guided tour.
33.2 Miles
The Texas Art Depot is an art depot that sells wine, metal art, Disney art, sculptures, frames, and clocks. The depot purchases major fine artwork from the US and the United Kingdom
33.3 Miles
Built in 1878, the McClendon House has a deep history. Opened to the public over 100 years later in 1988, after having been refurbished and updated from fire damage and age, the gorgeous Victorian Era home stands to preserve the McClendon name, their heritage and the history of Tyler.
33.3 Miles
Built in 1931, the Haunted Little Jail is a haunted tourist attraction owned by local citizens with a love for history. In addition to providing haunted tours, the jail also hosts a Grinch themed event during the holiday season.
33.5 Miles
The Double Decker Ranch offers deer hunting in the fall and hog hunting throughout the year. The ranch also provides high quality coastal horse hay with custom bale small square or large round.
33.6 Miles
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400 S Micheaux Avenue, Palestine, TX 75801
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Run by local volunteers, Museum for East Texas Culture holds a variety of artifacts relevant to the county of Anderson's history. Its exhibits include a black history exhibit, a fire department collection, restored school room, and railroad memorabilia.
33.8 Miles
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9000 Navarro Road, Corsicana, TX 75109
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The Corsicana Field Aviation Heritage Foundation Museum is a historical museum and memorial dedicated to Army Air Force Flying Cadets. The main attraction is a collection of memorabilia related to the air force.
34.0 Miles
308 N. Broadway Ave., Tyler, TX 75702
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The three exhibits, Discovery Landing, Hometown, USA and Discovery Zone, are aimed to get families interacting with science and the world around them at the Discovery Science Place. The center also hosts school vacation camps.