From college football to music, Athens is often known more for its raucous partying than cultural destination.

But, The Classic City boasts a wealth of cultural, historical and whimsical attractions, making it highly worthy of a visit.

Located about 70 miles east of Atlanta, Livability.com earlier this year named the city one of the Top 10 Cities for Affordable Vacations, calling the city “a picture-perfect postcard of the American South.”

Don’t Miss Sights

• The Tree That Owns Itself
• The Double-Barreled Cannon
• The Murmur Trestle
• Downtown Athens
• Music Scene
• Podtour
• Navy Anchor

Don’t Miss Eats

• 5&10
• The Grit
• The Grill