- Our list of the best things to do in Athens, Tennessee, features the top 41 nearby activities — including 22 great attractions with user approval ratings of 90% or more!
- Athens, TN has a variety of great sights and experiences nearby. Top categories include: Outdoor Places, Sights & Landmarks, Water Activities, and Amusement.
- The results below include the top 6 things to do within the city of Athens, TN , followed by 35 popular activities in nearby cities, including Cleveland, Ocoee, Sweetwater, Benton and Tellico Plains
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32.2 Miles
A biblically-inspired park, Fields of the Wood covers 220 acres overlooking the Cherokee Mountains. Highlights include Ten Commandments Mountain, the Tomb of Jesus, nature trails, a baptismal font, gift shop and cafe.
33.3 Miles
Book a tee time for a day on the greens at Bear Trace at Harrison Bay. This 18-hole, par 72 course is designed by Jack Nicklaus and suitable for all levels of expertise.
33.6 Miles
89%
28 votes
227 West Tennessee Ave, Blue Ridge, GA 37137
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Blue Ridge Mountain Kayaking is a great excursion for both beginner and experienced kayakers. Offering a selection of tour options, the company offers safe, guided tours through the peaceful and beautiful Blue Ridge area.
34.9 Miles
The Harrison Bay State Park can be found along 40 miles of the Chickamauga Lake shoreline within the wooded areas. Campers, boaters, and fishermen are drawn to the site as are sightseers and day-use visitors.
35.4 Miles
95%
95 votes
319 Hells Hollow Road, Blue Ridge, GA 30513
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A fun family outing, Blue Ridge Mountain Trail Rides at Hells Hollow is home to many beautiful horses and ponies. This ranch further offers several horseback riding tours along with a trail for scenic nature walks.
35.5 Miles
Affiliated with and run by the Southern Appalachia Railway Museum, the Secret City Scenic Excursion Train offers 14-mile, hour-long round trips on a restored 1940s-era train. The train offers group rates, and some rides feature dinner.
36.8 Miles
The Red Clay State Historic Park encompasses just over 260-acres of narrow valley land. The park was even the last seat of the Cherokee national government before the Indian Removal Act, and there are currently several displays and exhibits about the Cherokee people.
36.9 Miles
92%
25 votes
Edgemoor Rd, between Highway 162 and Melton Valley Rd, Oak Ridge, TN 37830
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With 28 miles of trails with steep climbs, Haw Ridge Park can be used for hiking, running and biking. The park provides a view of a river which can be used for kayaking with picnic tables nearby.
37.0 Miles
Located next to an airstrip, the interactive Hixon Museum of Flight displays historical aircraft. Occasionally they host flight events and private flights offering visitors a unique perspective from the cockpit of the planes themselves.
37.0 Miles
Middle Valley Recreation Park serves as the playing area for the connected youth association, hosting the baseball, football, and soccer games for the organization. Visitors can register to participate in the association's leagues.