This recreation and green space in Athens is popular with fellow travelers, so leave a spot for it on your to-do list. Don't think the sightseeing ends there, however. There are loads more attractions ready for you to experience after Central Park. Trinity Valley Community College, Henderson County Fairgrounds, and Athens Bowling Center are close by.
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Hilton Garden Inn Tyler
Price was $702, price is now $616 per person
$616
per person
Nov 14 - Nov 17
found 4 hours ago
Roundtrip non-stop flight included
Detroit (DTT) to Tyler (TYR)
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,007 reviews)
Could hear Highway noise from room. No bath soap in room. Older appearance. No complimentary breakfast. They charge $15 to eat. Older mattress and flat pillows.
Reviewed on Aug 19, 2025

Greyhound Inn
Price was $819, price is now $668 per person
$668
per person
Nov 14 - Nov 17
found 4 hours ago
Roundtrip non-stop flight included
Detroit (DTT) to Tyler (TYR)
9.4/10 Exceptional! (43 reviews)
We stayed at the Greyhound Inn during college move-in weekend. I love boutique hotels and this one was really cute. The room was spacious and nicely laid out. I loved the separate dining area and kitchenette. Since it is contactless, check in was a little bit challenging for us, but once we got it straight, everything was great. The concierge was very helpful. We will definitely stay here again while my student is in Tyler.
Reviewed on Aug 22, 2025

The Thomas Hotel
Price was $862, price is now $740 per person
$740
per person
Nov 14 - Nov 17
found 4 hours ago
Roundtrip non-stop flight included
Detroit (DTT) to Tyler (TYR)
9.2/10 Wonderful! (66 reviews)
Overall, The stay was lovely. Everything was nice, clean, staff were welcoming and helpful. Only thing was the view from suite 3 and the internet was out the entire time. We couldn’t watch anything on the TV which was hard on my kid! Would definitely recommend though!
Reviewed on Apr 19, 2025
Popular places to visit

Texas Freshwater Fisheries Center
5/5(7 reviews)
Explore the great outdoors at Texas Freshwater Fisheries Center, a lovely green space in Athens. Visit the shops in this relaxing area, or simply enjoy its coffeehouses.
Trinity Valley Community College
4/5(12 reviews)
Explore the campus of Trinity Valley Community College, during your trip to Athens. Visit the shops in this family-friendly area, or simply enjoy its coffeehouses.
Athens City Park
Explore the great outdoors at Athens City Park, a lovely green space in Athens. Visit the shops in this family-friendly area, or simply enjoy its coffeehouses.
Henderson County Historical Museum
You can spend an afternoon studying the exhibits at Henderson County Historical Museum during your trip to Athens. Visit the shops in this relaxing area, or simply enjoy its coffeehouses.
Cain Park II
Explore the great outdoors at Cain Park II, a lovely green space in Athens. Visit the shops in this relaxing area, or simply enjoy its coffeehouses.
Athens Bowling Center
4/5(5 reviews)
You can enjoy the entertainment at Athens Bowling Center during your trip to Athens. Visit the shops in this family-friendly area, or simply enjoy its coffeehouses.
Best Lodging Options Near Central Park

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Athens by IHG
1119 E Tyler St, Athens, TX

Super 8 by Wyndham Athens TX
205 Dallas Hwy 175, Athens, TX

Best Western Plus Royal Mountain Inn & Suites
1814 Highway 31 E US, Athens, TX

Stay Express Inn Athens
716 E. Tyler St, Athens, TX

Hotel O Victorian Inn Athens TX
1803 State Highway 31 East, Athens, TX

Exclusive Ranch | Lodge & 3 Casitas w/ 5 Stocked Lakes, Trails, Pool, & Tennis
Athens

Charming 2-bedroom cabin in peaceful Malakoff on the lake with AC
Malakoff

Summer is flying by! Book your lake getaway now! Lakefront, all 5 star reviews!
Malakoff

Beautiful Cabin for Two on Cedar Creek Lake
Mabank
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