- TripBuzz found 22 things to do with kids in or near Athens, Texas, including 8 fun activities for kids in nearby cities within 25 miles like Canton.
- From Lake Athens to Athens Bowling Center, the Athens area offers 35 different types of family activities, including: Farms & Ranches, Neighborhoods, Bowling and Go Karts.
- Within close proximity of Dallas, Athens has a country feel with many amenities that can be found in a larger town. Keeping to its southern roots, the town hosts an annual fiddlers contest and seasonal barrel racing at the local fairground. Also recognized as the 'home of the original hamburger', the town provides a variety of dining and shopping options.
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Featuring professional actors, Tyler Civic Theatre offers visitors a variety of plays each season to attend. The stage is located below the seats, so that visitors can view the performance at any angle.
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Test your skills with strikes and spares at the Palestine Bowling Center in Texas. Bring the family to hit the lanes or join one of their many leagues to enjoy the game while taking in their old time charm.
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The latest movies and special holiday/seasonal films can be viewed at Times Square Cinema in Tyler. While watching a movie, guests can also enjoy concessions such as popcorn, candy, ice cream and beverages.
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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.
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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.
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Visitors to the Caldwell Zoo can see animals in the African Savanna, North America, South America, African Aquariums, and North American Herpetarium, and Wild Bird Walkabout exhibits. The zoo had the largest African elephant in North America, and was home to the first cheetah club conceived through artificial i…
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.