North Oconee River Park Tours

A calm oasis amid the busy streets, North Oconee River Park is an ideal spot to take five. Find a bench and watch fellow parkgoers stroll around the grounds.

You're spoiled for sightseeing choice when staying in Athens. North Oconee River Park is a good place to begin here, but there are numerous other worthwhile places to explore. University of Georgia, Sanford Stadium, and The Georgia Theatre are near the recreation and green space and will top off your day nicely.

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M Star Cleveland

M Star Cleveland

2 out of 5
per person
Sep 4 - Sep 8
found 17 hours ago
Roundtrip flight included
Orlando (MCO) to Atlanta (PDK)
6.4/10 (257 reviews)
This is an older building but it is clean with fresh paint and a hospitable host.

Reviewed on May 30, 2025

Sylvan Valley Lodge & Cellars

Sylvan Valley Lodge & Cellars

3.5 out of 5
Save 100% on your flight
per person
Sep 4 - Sep 8
found 17 hours ago
Roundtrip flight included
Orlando (MCO) to Atlanta (PDK)
9/10 Wonderful! (178 reviews)
Perfect location. 5 min drive to downtown and peace and quiet once at the cabin. Comfy bed & pillows. Cute & cozy interior. Loved everything about our stay & will definitely be back.

Reviewed on Jul 28, 2025

Nacoochee Valley Lodge

Nacoochee Valley Lodge

3 out of 5
per person
Sep 4 - Sep 8
found 17 hours ago
Roundtrip flight included
Orlando (MCO) to Atlanta (PDK)
9.6/10 Exceptional! (521 reviews)
Cabin was in excellent condition. Comfortable and had everything we needed. Away from the bustle of Helen but only a 10 minute drive away. Great location to many attractions. Host very responsive and helpful.

Reviewed on Jul 28, 2025

Popular places to visit

Ware-Lyndon House which includes a house

Ware-Lyndon House

Dresses, furniture and fixtures from the 1800s are among the highlights in an old-world house with an art center.

Ware-Lyndon House
The Georgia Theatre

The Georgia Theatre

You can enjoy a show at The Georgia Theatre on your trip to Athens. While you're here, you can savor the lively bars.

The Georgia Theatre
General Robert Taylor (1787-1859), a planter and cotton merchant, built this Greek Revival home as a summer residence in 1839. Shortly thereafter he moved his family here permanently from Savannah in order for his sons to attend the University of Georgia. Henry Woodfin Grady

Taylor-Grady House

You can spend time exploring the galleries in Taylor-Grady House during your trip to Athens. Experience the area's live music and theater scene.

Taylor-Grady House
Georgia Museum of Art

Georgia Museum of Art

View over 10,000 impressive works of art at this museum set on the University of Georgia campus.

Georgia Museum of Art
Athens Institute for Contemporary Art showing interior views and art

Athens Institute for Contemporary Art

With its chic industrial design, this converted warehouse gallery is one of the notable contemporary art hubs in the state of Georgia.

Athens Institute for Contemporary Art
University of Georgia

University of Georgia

Considered one of the cradles of higher education in the U.S., this university is home to historic and majestic buildings and a great range of student societies.

University of Georgia

Best Lodging Options Near North Oconee River Park

Hotel Abacus

Hotel Abacus

4 out of 5
295 E Dougherty St, Athens, GA
Hotel Abacus
Hyatt Place Athens/Downtown

Hyatt Place Athens/Downtown

3 out of 5
412 North Thomas Street, Athens, GA
Hyatt Place Athens/Downtown
Homewood Suites by Hilton Athens Downtown University Area

Homewood Suites by Hilton Athens Downtown University Area

3 out of 5
750 East Broad Street, Athens, GA
Homewood Suites by Hilton Athens Downtown University Area
Hotel Indigo Athens University Area by IHG

Hotel Indigo Athens University Area by IHG

3.5 out of 5
500 College Avenue, Athens, GA
Hotel Indigo Athens University Area by IHG
Holiday Inn Express Athens by IHG

Holiday Inn Express Athens by IHG

2.5 out of 5
513 W Broad St, Athens, GA
Holiday Inn Express Athens by IHG
Wingate Athens

Wingate Athens

2.5 out of 5
255 North Avenue, Athens, GA
Wingate Athens
Best Western Athens

Best Western Athens

2.5 out of 5
170 N Milledge Ave, Athens, GA
Best Western Athens
Rivet House

Rivet House

4 out of 5
355 Oneta Street, C200, Athens, GA
Rivet House
SpringHill Suites by Marriott Athens Downtown/University Area

SpringHill Suites by Marriott Athens Downtown/University Area

2.5 out of 5
220 South Hull Street, Athens, GA
SpringHill Suites by Marriott Athens Downtown/University Area
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