8 days in Athens Itinerary

Athens is a city in Henderson County, Texas, in the United States. Attractions like Texas Freshwater Fisheries Center and Athens Scuba Park make great kid-friendly stops. Change things up with these side-trips from Athens: Chandler Museum & Visitors Center (in Chandler), American Freedom Museum (in Bullard) and Water Park at The Villages (in Flint). And it doesn't end there: indulge in some personalized pampering at The Retreat Massage & Day Spa, look for all kinds of wild species at East Texas Gators and Wildlife Park, cool off at Splash Kingdom Family Waterpark, and make a trip to Hopkins County Veterans Memorial.

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In June, plan for daily highs up to 87°F, and evening lows to 69°F.