Athens Vacation Packages

Make a solid start on your ideal Athens escape! Let the savvy team here at Orbitz create irrestistible flight and hotel options. Do you feel like saving up to ? All you've got to do is combine your bookings by selecting your preferred airfares, hotels, rental cars and experiences. You have no less than 500,000 accommodations globally and 500 airline partners to select from. With such a wide range, tailoring a perfect vacation is a breeze. Our package deals will help you come up with the adventure you've been fantasizing about. With limitless possible options to bundle your hotels, flights and more, the only thing you have to do is pack your bags.

Where is Athens?

Not sure just where exactly Athens sits on the map? You'll find it approximately 170 miles northeast of Austin, the state capital of Texas, and roughly 19 miles southeast of Gun Barrel City. Some 13,000 people reside in this part of Texas, so there are loads of opportunities to make some new friends.

Places to Visit in Athens

After a morning of sightseeing, Central Park is the perfect place to chill out, rest your weary legs and have something to eat. Want some more options? Nurture your love of nature and learn the scientific names of shrubs and trees at East Texas Arboretum. Here, many kinds of woody plants are grown for exhibition and educational purposes. But wait, there's more! Henderson County Performing Arts Center is the home of a wide variety of art exhibits, live performances and workshops. Swing by and find out what's going on.

Car Rentals in Athens

Athens beckons, and the best way to see it is from the driver's seat. Search, compare and reserve car rentals in Athens in a matter of clicks through Orbitz. Ready to put the pedal to the metal? Concerned about cab fares into town? Pick up a car straight from the Pounds Regional Airport area. Drop by Enterprise, one of the most reliable outlets in the vicinity. Make your way to Enterprise and you'll be out on the busy streets in no time. They are situated at 607 E Tyler St Ste 107 # 1, a mere 2 miles from the heart of the city.

Places to Visit in Athens

After a morning of sightseeing, Central Park is the perfect place to chill out, rest your weary legs and have something to eat. Want some more options? Nurture your love of nature and learn the scientific names of shrubs and trees at East Texas Arboretum. Here, many kinds of woody plants are grown for exhibition and educational purposes. But wait, there's more! Henderson County Performing Arts Center is the home of a wide variety of art exhibits, live performances and workshops. Swing by and find out what's going on.

Nearest Airports to Athens

After getting all the way to Pounds Regional Airport (TYR), you'll just have one more journey to take before you arrive at your destination. The terminal is situated 30 miles northeast of the downtown area.

Popular Places to Visit Near Athens

Canton is adored by tourists. It can be found 25 miles from Athens, and there's no lack of things to do. First Monday Trade Days is a great place to start understanding the story of the region. Splash Kingdom Family Waterpark and Old Mill Marketplace shouldn't be missed either. Situated 40 miles away, Corsicana is one more nearby destination. If you come here, be sure to check out the Navarro College, the Palace Theater and Pioneer Village.

No Cancellation Fees

Whether you've had second thoughts or your plans have shifted for another reason, we won't charge a fee if you have to cancel your booking.^ As we can't speak for your hotel or airline, it's wise to check their policies.