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Athens is a city and the county seat of Athens County, Ohio, United States.The population was 23,849 at the 2020 census. Located along the Hocking River within Appalachian Ohio about 65 miles (105 km) southeast of Columbus, Athens is best known as the home of Ohio University, a large public research university with an undergraduate and graduate enrollment of more than 21,000 students.
Athens Arts, Parks and Recreation awarded $20,000 Changing Lives grant. The Ohio Parks and Recreation Association Foundation is excited to announce the Richland Avenue Playground Renovation Project through the City of Athens, Arts, Parks and Recreation, as the winner of the first $20,000 Changing Lives grant.
- Hocking Hills State Park. Just a short drive from Athens is the Hocking Hills State Park, where you can visit Old Man’s Cave, hop in a canoe at Lake Hope, or explore the over 25 miles of hiking trails around the park.
- Burr Oak State Park. Just a half-hour drive north of Athens is another must-visit state park, the woodsy and beautiful Burr Oak State Park. You can rent a pontoon boat on the lake, throw out a fishing line, explore hiking trails, and more in this scenic and quiet setting.
- Athens Skate Park. Known locally as “the Rec Center,” the Athens Skate Park is a state-of-the-art 18,000 square foot facility located in Athens Ohio. One of the defining features of this unique skatepark is the full pipe with a capsule, the first of its kind when it was constructed.
- Take a stroll down Athens Downtown Historic District. If there’s one thing that sets Athens apart, it’s the historical significance of its downtown district.
Apr 22, 2022 · Things to Do in Athens, OH - Athens Attractions. 1. Pleasant Hill Vineyards. While riding the windy roads, we found this great little winery. 2. Athens Farmers Market. I go to the Athens Farmer's market every weekend. The selection is the best in all of Ohio. French baker chocolate...
It’s a place to belong. Tucked into the corner of Southeast Ohio, Athens County offers a break from the regular hustle of life. Immerse yourself in our vibrant culture. Find outdoor adventures, fantastic food, great parties, new friends and quiet moments with those you love. No matter what you’re seeking, you can find your place in Athens ...
Athens is the largest city in, and the county seat of, Athens County, Ohio, United States. It is located along the Hocking River in the southeastern part of Ohio. A historic college town, Athens is home to Ohio University and is the principal city of the Athens, Ohio Micropolitan Statistical Area. The official population of Athens in the 2010 U ...
Mar 2, 2021 · Exploring the brick roads and sidewalks is one of the best free things to do in Athens Ohio and not to be missed! The downtown area is easily explored on foot and you can experience all the little nooks and crannies. And explore the Ohio University campus as it has some impressive buildings dating back to the 1800s.
