East Texas Arboretum Tours

We can't survive without trees, but many of us don't know a whole lot about these life givers. Find out some of their secrets at East Texas Arboretum.

You'll be spoiled for sightseeing choice when in Athens. East Texas Arboretum is a great place to begin here, but there are loads of other worthy attractions to enjoy. Trinity Valley Community College, Henderson County Fairgrounds, and Athens Bowling Center are close to the botanical collection and will fill in your day nicely.

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OYO Hotel Tyler Lindale

OYO Hotel Tyler Lindale

2 out of 5
Price was $511, price is now $434 per person
$434
per person
Jan 29 - Feb 2
found 1 day ago
Roundtrip non-stop flight included
Chicago (CHI) to Tyler (TYR)
12.4/10 Exceptional! (368 reviews)
I enjoyed the short solo stay because the property was easy to access. The room lighting added a warm touch. The bed felt fresh and restful. The staff offered quick support.

Reviewed on Nov 15, 2025

Greyhound Inn

Greyhound Inn

2 out of 5
Price was $815, price is now $642 per person
$642
per person
Jan 29 - Feb 2
found 1 day ago
Roundtrip non-stop flight included
Chicago (CHI) to Tyler (TYR)
9.4/10 Exceptional! (46 reviews)
Very nice room and facilities! Room was spacious, clean, and unique

Reviewed on Sep 9, 2025

Homewood Suites by Hilton Tyler

Homewood Suites by Hilton Tyler

3 out of 5
Price was $693, price is now $608 per person
$608
per person
Jan 29 - Feb 2
found 1 day ago
Roundtrip non-stop flight included
Chicago (CHI) to Tyler (TYR)
17.6/10 Exceptional! (795 reviews)
Bottom floor was under construction all night when we arrived. The pool was drained and the wash rooms were not available. Had a blood stain on a pillow and had to go switch out. Several minor things wrong in the room. For over 200$ for the one day stay, was definitely not worth the money to stay here. Breakfast did have many options.

Reviewed on Oct 13, 2025

Popular places to visit

Texas Freshwater Fisheries Center has tanks for viewing the kind of fish that live in streams, ponds, lakes, and reservoirs. The reservoir display has spectacular alligator gars!

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.

Texas Freshwater Fisheries Center

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 relaxing area, or simply enjoy its coffeehouses.

Athens Bowling Center

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 family-friendly area, or simply enjoy its coffeehouses.

Henderson County Historical Museum

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.

Trinity Valley Community College

Athens City Park

Explore the great outdoors at Athens City Park, a lovely green space in Athens. Visit the shops in this relaxing area, or simply enjoy its coffeehouses.

Athens City Park

Central Park

4/5(5 reviews)

Central Park is just one of the places to see in Athens, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Visit the shops in this relaxing area, or simply enjoy its coffeehouses.

Central Park

Best Lodging Options Near East Texas Arboretum

Super 8 by Wyndham Athens TX

Super 8 by Wyndham Athens TX

2 out of 5
205 Dallas Hwy 175, Athens, TX
Super 8 by Wyndham Athens TX
Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Athens by IHG

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Athens by IHG

2.5 out of 5
1119 E Tyler St, Athens, TX
Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Athens by IHG
Stay Express Inn Athens

Stay Express Inn Athens

2 out of 5
716 E. Tyler St, Athens, TX
Stay Express Inn Athens
Best Western Plus Royal Mountain Inn & Suites

Best Western Plus Royal Mountain Inn & Suites

2.5 out of 5
1814 Highway 31 E US, Athens, TX
Best Western Plus Royal Mountain Inn & Suites
Hotel O Victorian Inn Athens TX

Hotel O Victorian Inn Athens TX

2.5 out of 5
1803 State Highway 31 East, Athens, TX
Hotel O Victorian Inn Athens TX
Casita 1 · Great getaway in nature near lakes & shopping. C1

Casita 1 · Great getaway in nature near lakes & shopping. C1

Athens
Casita 1 · Great getaway in nature near lakes & shopping. C1
Beautiful Cabin for Two on Cedar Creek Lake

Beautiful Cabin for Two on Cedar Creek Lake

Mabank
Beautiful Cabin for Two on Cedar Creek Lake
Cedar Creek Lakehouse: Firepit, Lake Access, Hot Tub, and Pet Friendly

Cedar Creek Lakehouse: Firepit, Lake Access, Hot Tub, and Pet Friendly

Malakoff
Cedar Creek Lakehouse: Firepit, Lake Access, Hot Tub, and Pet Friendly
Lakefront 4 bedroom retreat w/ boatdock/party deck, kayaks and outdoor bar.

Lakefront 4 bedroom retreat w/ boatdock/party deck, kayaks and outdoor bar.

Malakoff
Lakefront 4 bedroom retreat w/ boatdock/party deck, kayaks and outdoor bar.
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