Athens travel guide
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You're Going to Love Athens
With a population of 21,897, Athens is a must-see destination in Alabama, United States. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. Consider staying at least one whole day in Athens to see all of its attractions.
When to visit Athens
Looking for warm weather? Then head to Athens in July, when the average temperature is 78.8 °F, and the highest can go up to 89.6 °F. The coldest month, on the other hand, is January, when it can get as cold as 28.4 °F, with an average temperature of 37.4 °F. You’re likely to see more rain in March, when precipitation is around 6″. In contrast, August is usually the driest month of the year in Athens, with an average rainfall of 3.3″.
How to Get to Athens
Plane
Although Athens doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Huntsville (HSV), which is located 16 miles from Athens. Nashville Airport is the most popular, with regular flights from American Airlines, Air France, Aeromexico and other airlines departing from the United States. The shortest domestic flight to Athens departs from Tampa and takes around 1h 45m.
Car
Another option to get to Athens is to pick up a car rental from Atlanta, which is about 164 miles from Athens. You’ll find branches of Kyte and Hertz, among others, in Atlanta.
Airlines serving Athens
Where to stay in Athens
If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Hampton Inn & Suites Athens/Interstate 65 and Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Athens I-65.
Where to stay in popular areas of Athens
Most booked hotels in Athens
Renting a car in Athens
Renting a car in Athens costs $49 per day, on average.
It’s generally cheaper to rent your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 55% cheaper than airport locations in Athens.
Expect to pay $3.90 per gallon in Athens (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $46.79 and $62.38. The most frequently booked car type in Athens is Supplier choice (Class Special Car or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Economy rental cars (Nissan Versa or similar) are, on average, 54% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.