The best things to do in Athens

Private country club boasting 2 golf courses and hosting events, including weddings.

665 Hightower Trail (Atlanta)

The Classic Center is Athens’ go to for big shows and hometown moments, from Broadway tours and symphony nights to comedy, country, and…

300 N Thomas St

Elachee Nature Science Center is your nearby escape into the 1,440-acre Chicopee Woods, with over 12 miles of trails through forests,…

2125 Elachee Drive (Gainesville)

Whether you’re chasing a personal best or just want an excuse to walk some gorgeous rolling fairways, University Golf Course delivers with…

2600 Riverbend Rd

If your irons feel like they’re ghosting you, book a data-driven fitting at PXG Atlanta, where private bays with TrackMan tech and expert…

3393 Peachtree Rd NE Ste 3029F (Atlanta)

This historic area is now a shopping & entertainment center with eateries, events & tours.

50 Upper Alabama St (Atlanta)

Short course (9 holes) with a nice layout that's great for beginners and kids.

585 Candler Park Dr NE (Atlanta)

Vibrant trampolining & soft-play center offering foam pits & dodgeball courts.

10 Huntington Road

Challenging escape rooms for groups and families, plus arcade games and a pool table. Friendly staff.

540 Hawthorne Ave

Rustic sports bar offering burgers, beer & a patio with park views.

500 10th St NE (Atlanta)

Golf course with 9 holes and a revolutionary design, plus a par-3 course and an academy.

2205 Northside Dr NW (Atlanta)

Posh social and business club in the Buckhead area, providing fine dining, city views, and event space.

3344 Peachtree Rd NE #2600 (Atlanta)

Cheery place for games, rides & mini golf, plus beer & snacks, on the Ponce City Market roof.

Ponce City Market, 675 Ponce De Leon Ave NE (Atlanta)

Independent movie theater showcases cult classics & midnight movies on Friday on the silver screen.

1049 Ponce De Leon Ave NE (Atlanta)

Upscale cinema chain with plush seating, gourmet light bites & cocktails, plus in-theater service.

1197 Peachtree St NE Apt 350 (Atlanta)

Relaxed, contemporary multiscreen theater featuring showings of mainstream films.

1570 Lexington Rd

Nine-hole golf course designed by Rees Jones with putting & chipping areas, a driving range & shop.

10 Lakeside Village Dr SE (Atlanta)

Upscale entertainment destination with bowling, craft food & cocktails, plus lively arcades.

261 19th St NW Ste 1150 (Atlanta)

One of world's largest aquariums, with permanent exhibits, interactive galleries & animals galore.

225 Baker St NW (Atlanta)

65-acre old-growth hardwood forest offers nature hikes, native wildlife & a natural history museum.

767 Clifton Rd NE (Atlanta)

Protected woodland with hands-on activities for learning natural & cultural history.

2125 Elachee Drive (Gainesville)

Century-old golf course with tennis courts, plus a swimming pool & popular clubhouse restaurant.

740 Clifton Rd NE (Atlanta)

Walking tour focusing on Atlanta's murals, especially those depicting African-American history.

245 N Highland Ave NE Ste 230-181 (Atlanta)

Indoor & outdoor kid-friendly activities such as bumper cars, go-karts, mini-golf & laser tag.

40155 US-441 (Commerce)

Movie theater screening new releases as well as independent, foreign & avant-garde flicks.

931 Monroe Dr NE (Atlanta)

Country club providing an 18-hole golf course, tennis, and dining options.

2700 Jefferson Rd

Expansive arts complex featuring galleries & classes, plus a children's wing & a gift shop.

211 Hoyt St

Chain of indoor trampoline parks featuring freestyle bouncing, dodgeball, fitness programs & more.

3200 Northlake Pkwy NE (Atlanta)

Water park with a fountain, botanical gardens, and other kid-friendly amenities.

E Park Ln NE (Atlanta)

Basic municipal golf facility with a pro shop & scenic views of the city skyline.

216 Chastain Park Ave NW (Atlanta)

20-story Ferris wheel in Centennial Park providing scenic views from climate-controlled gondolas.

168 Luckie St NW (Atlanta)