Lake Athens Tours

Lake Cabin on a calm lake at sundown
Get away from concrete and cities at Lake Athens. This is an ideal place to fill your lungs with fresh air, slow down and just soak up the views.

You'll have no end of sightseeing choices when spending time in Athens. Lake Athens is an ideal place to start here, but there are many other worthwhile sights to enjoy. Henderson County Fairgrounds, Texas Freshwater Fisheries Center, and Athens Scuba Park are near the body of water and will fill in your day nicely.

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Greyhound Inn

Greyhound Inn

2 out of 5
Price was $825, price is now $684 per person
$684
per person
Jul 1 - Jul 5
just found
Roundtrip non-stop flight included
Sioux Falls (FSD) to Tyler (TYR)
9.6/10 Exceptional! (52 reviews)
This place was a real treat. Unique property that we will look forward to being in again. Bedding and amenities were excellent.

Reviewed on Apr 6, 2026

The Thomas Hotel

The Thomas Hotel

2 out of 5
Price was $826, price is now $715 per person
$715
per person
Jul 1 - Jul 5
just found
Roundtrip non-stop flight included
Sioux Falls (FSD) to Tyler (TYR)
9.4/10 Exceptional! (104 reviews)
This hotel was extremely clean with a great room setup. Located central to downtown Tyler with plenty to do within walking distance.

Reviewed on Apr 8, 2026

Kiepersol Bed and Breakfast

Kiepersol Bed and Breakfast

4 out of 5
Price was $1,013, price is now $880 per person
$880
per person
Jul 1 - Jul 5
just found
Roundtrip non-stop flight included
Sioux Falls (FSD) to Tyler (TYR)
9.4/10 Exceptional! (60 reviews)
The property was excellent for a quiet weekend getaway. The setting was in back of a gated community and the area surrounding the B&B was wooded which added to the sense of privacy. The private hot tub in our suite was well maintained and a perfect place to relax in evening. The breakfast options were great and the two we selected were well prepared and quite tasty.

Reviewed on Aug 16, 2025

Popular places to visit

Texas Freshwater Fisheries Center

Texas Freshwater Fisheries Center

Explore the great outdoors at Texas Freshwater Fisheries Center, a lovely green space in Athens. Visit the shops in this family-friendly area, or simply enjoy its coffeehouses.

Texas Freshwater Fisheries Center
Path in the botanical garden

East Texas Arboretum

Enjoy an outing to East Texas Arboretum during your stay in Athens. Visit the shops in this family-friendly area, or simply enjoy its coffeehouses.

East Texas Arboretum

Jones Lake

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Jones Lake during your travels in Athens. Visit the shops in this family-friendly area, or simply enjoy its coffeehouses.

Jones Lake

Athens Fish and Game Club Lake

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Athens Fish and Game Club Lake during your travels in Athens. Visit the shops in this family-friendly area, or simply enjoy its coffeehouses.

Athens Fish and Game Club Lake

Henderson County Fairgrounds

Enjoy an outing to Henderson County Fairgrounds during your stay in Athens. Visit the shops in this relaxing area, or simply enjoy its coffeehouses.

Henderson County Fairgrounds

Athens Praise & Worship Center

Enjoy an outing to Athens Praise & Worship Center during your stay in Athens. Visit the shops in this family-friendly area, or simply enjoy its coffeehouses.

Athens Praise & Worship Center

Best Lodging Options Near Lake 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
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
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
Postcard Cabins Piney Woods, Outdoor Collection by Marriott Bonvoy

Postcard Cabins Piney Woods, Outdoor Collection by Marriott Bonvoy

2 out of 5
9595 County Rd 4357 Larue TX
Postcard Cabins Piney Woods, Outdoor Collection by Marriott Bonvoy
Wonderful 13 Acre East Texas Getaway near Canton on 3 Stocked Ponds!

Wonderful 13 Acre East Texas Getaway near Canton on 3 Stocked Ponds!

Eustace TX
Wonderful 13 Acre East Texas Getaway near Canton on 3 Stocked Ponds!
Relaxing Lakefront Home w/ Boat Dock, Fire-pit and private Walk-in Beach! Gated

Relaxing Lakefront Home w/ Boat Dock, Fire-pit and private Walk-in Beach! Gated

Chandler TX
Relaxing Lakefront Home w/ Boat Dock, Fire-pit and private Walk-in Beach! Gated
RELAX & ENJOY THE BEAUTY OF LAKE PALESTINE Spectacular Views!!!

RELAX & ENJOY THE BEAUTY OF LAKE PALESTINE Spectacular Views!!!

Chandler TX
RELAX & ENJOY THE BEAUTY OF LAKE PALESTINE Spectacular Views!!!
2 bedroom 2 bath Waterfront Lake Palestine Home, Boathouse, and Firepit

2 bedroom 2 bath Waterfront Lake Palestine Home, Boathouse, and Firepit

Frankston TX
2 bedroom 2 bath Waterfront Lake Palestine Home, Boathouse, and Firepit
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