Find fun things to do in Athens like visiting breweries and boutiques

Discover what makes Athens one of America’s best college towns by booking a spacious suite at the Country Inn & Suites, Athens, GA. Our hotel places you less than three miles from the University of Georgia and the area’s top things to do. If you’re a music lover, you can see a show at the legendary 40 Watt Club, one of the punk rock movement’s most important venues. Want to shop for souvenirs? Stop by the boutiques in the Five Points neighborhood before grabbing a coffee or heading to the Trappeze Pub for a drink. Enjoy a cold beer when you tour the Terrapin Beer Co. brewery about three miles away. And for outdoor fun, don’t miss the State Botanical Garden of Georgia and annual festivals like AthFest and the AOC Twilight Criterium.

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40 Watt Club

1.95 mi / 3.13 km from the hotel
Founded in 1978, the 40 Watt Club has become famous for its role in the American punk rock movement and continues to host live shows.

State Botanical Garden of Georgia

3.65 mi / 5.88 km from the hotel
This tranquil public garden provides more than 300 acres of gardens, greenhouses, bridges, and nature trails.

Terrapin Beer Co.

2.29 mi / 3.69 km from the hotel
If you love local beer, you won’t want to miss taking a tour of this Athens-based microbrewery, founded in 2002.

The Classic Center Theatre

2.37 mi / 3.81 km from the hotel
This 2,000-seat theater and community center hosts touring Broadway musicals, comedy acts, and musical performances.

Bear Hollow Zoo

2.13 mi / 3.42 km from the hotel
Home to a variety of animals native to Georgia, including bald eagles and black bears, this small zoo packs a big punch with beautiful trails and free admission.

Georgia Museum of Art

2.49 mi / 4 km from the hotel
Located on the East Campus of UGA, Georgia’s official art museum includes two- and three-dimensional paintings and a collection of folk art.

Georgia Theatre

2.09 mi / 3.36 km from the hotel
Find out why Athens is famous for its music scene as you join more than 1,000 other concertgoers for shows by up-and-coming artists.

University of Georgia

2.24 mi / 3.61 km from the hotel
The oldest state-chartered university in America, UGA boasts a beautiful 762-acre campus that is well worth a visit. Don’t miss a Bulldogs football game at Sanford Stadium.

Sandy Creek Park

5.53 mi / 8.89 km from the hotel
Pack a picnic and a blanket to enjoy a peaceful beach day at this 782-acre park. If you prefer something more energetic, you can hike the nature trails, play the disc golf course, or go boating at Lake Chapman.