Title: Things to Do in Atherton in 2026 | Expedia.com [Atherton Travel Guide](https://expedia.com/Atherton.dx6129028)[Hotels in Atherton](https://expedia.com/Atherton-Hotels.d6129028.Travel-Guide-Hotels)[Flights to Atherton](https://expedia.com/Cheap-Flights-To-Atherton.d6129028.Travel-Guide-Flights)[Car Rentals in Atherton](https://expedia.com/Car-Rentals-In-Atherton.d6129028.Car-Rental-Guide)[Atherton Vacation Packages](https://expedia.com/Atherton.d6129028.Destination-Travel-Guides) # Things to do in Atherton ## Find and book activities, attractions and tours ## Visit Atherton Types of activities [Atherton Travel Guide](https://expedia.com/Atherton.dx6129028) ![Atherton featuring farmland](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6129028/37916eb4-d7e3-4466-b3cb-89d3894376d1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Atherton featuring farmland](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6129028/37916eb4-d7e3-4466-b3cb-89d3894376d1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Atherton showing a small town or village](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6129028/4de20959-559c-4ba9-9920-44f197d822d7.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Atherton showing farmland and landscape views](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6129028/3f5367e1-6ecc-4b4b-8ab9-d55947632fca.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Atherton featuring food and cafe lifestyle](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6129028/d5045107-e217-4fee-9591-dedf5085886c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ### Atherton Attractions Smaller cities have an atmosphere you just don't find in their larger counterparts. Make a note of all the fun things to do in Atherton before you arrive so you can make the most of your escape. You'll soon learn that bigger doesn't always mean better! Learn what makes Atherton tick with some of the most popular [tours & day trips](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/en/search?rid=6129028&rfrr=ATG.LP.BodyContent&categories=ToursDayTrips). 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[Learn about One Key](https://www.expedia.com/welcome-one-key) --- ## Recommended things to do in Atherton | Number of things to do | 10 | | ------------------------------- | ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- | | Cheapest thing to do on Expedia | [Atherton: Crystal Caves Self-Guided Tour](/things-to-do/atherton-crystal-caves-self-guided-tour.a50611110.activity-details): $18 | | Top 5 things to do | [Historic Village Herberton Family Pass (2A+2C)](/things-to-do/historic-village-herberton-family-pass-2a2c.a1279064.activity-details)[Atherton: Crystal Caves Self-Guided Tour](/things-to-do/atherton-crystal-caves-self-guided-tour.a50611110.activity-details)[Atherton Tablelands Rain Forest by Night from Cairns](/things-to-do/atherton-tablelands-rain-forest-by-night-from-cairns.a1399053.activity-details)[Cairns Classic Hot Air Balloon ride](/things-to-do/hot-air-ballooning-tour-from-cairns.a2208024.activity-details)[Entry Ticket at Historic Village Herberton](/things-to-do/entry-ticket-at-historic-village-herberton.a1279066.activity-details) | | Under $25 | [Atherton: Crystal Caves Self-Guided Tour](/things-to-do/atherton-crystal-caves-self-guided-tour.a50611110.activity-details)[The Crystal Caves Self-Guided Tour](/things-to-do/the-crystal-caves-self-guided-tour.a46940120.activity-details) | | With kids | [Atherton: Crystal Caves Self-Guided Tour](/things-to-do/atherton-crystal-caves-self-guided-tour.a50611110.activity-details)[Atherton Tablelands Rain Forest by Night from Cairns](/things-to-do/atherton-tablelands-rain-forest-by-night-from-cairns.a1399053.activity-details)[Cairns Classic Hot Air Balloon ride](/things-to-do/hot-air-ballooning-tour-from-cairns.a2208024.activity-details)[Entry Ticket at Historic Village Herberton](/things-to-do/entry-ticket-at-historic-village-herberton.a1279066.activity-details)[The Crystal Caves Self-Guided Tour](/things-to-do/the-crystal-caves-self-guided-tour.a46940120.activity-details) | ## What to do in Atherton - For free - With kids ### Free Things to Do in Atherton Touring on a tight budget in Atherton? Spend time instead of money on fantastic experiences. **Mt. Baldy** \- You'll love this attraction if your goal is to kick your heels up and simply have fun. **Mt. Baldy** \- Recharge your mind, body and soul by spending a little time with Mother Nature. ### Things to Do in Atherton with Kids Atherton boasts plenty of nearby fun experiences for you and your kids. Our [family friendly experiences](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/en/search?rid=6129028&rfrr=ATG.LP.BodyContent&categories=Family%20Friendly) will keep the crew entertained for days. --- Looking for sports, concerts, or theater events in Atherton? [Search event tickets](https://www.expedia.com/event-tickets/) to see what's happening today, or to plan what to do this weekend! --- --- ### Discover the most popular places to visit in Atherton ![Crystal Caves as well as an individual femail](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621526971563/ffef69f9-8c87-4e72-b0c3-1cb777f06cbc.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Crystal Caves Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Crystal Caves during your travels in Atherton. Wander the rainforest in this relaxing area. [](https://expedia.com/Crystal-Caves-Atherton.d553248621526971563.Vacation-Attraction) #### Platypus Park Explore the great outdoors at Platypus Park, a lovely green space in Atherton. Wander the rainforest in this relaxing area. [](https://expedia.com/Platypus-Park-Atherton.d553248621592517829.Vacation-Attraction) #### Mt. Baldy Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Mt. Baldy during your travels in Atherton. Wander the rainforest in this relaxing area. [](https://expedia.com/Mt-Baldy-Atherton.d553248621557518966.Vacation-Attraction) #### Chinatown Find out about the history of Atherton when you take a trip to Chinatown. You can enjoy the restaurants while in the area. [](https://expedia.com/Chinatown-Atherton.d714769562050768896.Vacation-Attraction) #### Nasser's Nature Refuge Explore the great outdoors at Nasser's Nature Refuge, a lovely green space in Atherton. You can enjoy the restaurants while in the area. [](https://expedia.com/Nassers-Nature-Refuge-Atherton.d623446880555347968.Vacation-Attraction) #### Hou Wang Temple Hou Wang Temple is just one of the places to see in Atherton, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Wander the rainforest in this relaxing area. [](https://expedia.com/Hou-Wang-Temple-Atherton.d553248621526967626.Vacation-Attraction) #### Hallorans Hill Conservation Park Explore the great outdoors at Hallorans Hill Conservation Park, a lovely green space in Atherton. Amble within the rainforest or visit the spas in this relaxing area. [](https://expedia.com/Hallorans-Hill-Conservation-Park-Atherton.d6272675.Vacation-Attraction) --- Looking for fun things to do nearby? Check [things to do near me](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do-near-me) to find and book the best things to do, fun activities, and top attractions wherever you happen to be. --- ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Atherton worth visiting? ### How do I spend a day in Atherton? ### What is the top tourist attraction in Atherton? ### Is three days enough to stay in Atherton? ### What are some activities to do in Atherton with kids? > - [Atherton: Crystal Caves Self-Guided Tour](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/atherton-crystal-caves-self-guided-tour.a50611110.activity-details) > - [Atherton Tablelands Rain Forest by Night from Cairns](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/atherton-tablelands-rain-forest-by-night-from-cairns.a1399053.activity-details) > - [Cairns Classic Hot Air Balloon ride](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/hot-air-ballooning-tour-from-cairns.a2208024.activity-details) > - [Entry Ticket at Historic Village Herberton](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/entry-ticket-at-historic-village-herberton.a1279066.activity-details) > - 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