The classic city.
Athens, Georgia
Athens is a city in northeast Georgia. It's known for its antebellum architecture. It marks the start of the state's Antebellum Trail of historic Civil War towns. The T.R.R. Cobb House, the mansion of a mid-19th-century lawyer, has period furniture and exhibits related to Southern history. Nearby, the Taylor Grady House is a Greek Revival mansion, and the Church-Waddel-Brumby House dates from the early 19th century.
Address: Athens, Georgia
Population 85,116
Established: 1806
Climate: typically varies from 35°F to 90°F and is rarely below 23°F or above 97°F.
County: Clarke
Median Home Price: $187,300
Did you know: On July 25, 1801 John Milledge purchased 633 acres from Daniel Easley and donated it to the university. He named the land Athens in honor of the Greek city that was the center of culture and learning during ancient times.
WHY YOU NEED TO SEE IT
Athens is known for its eclectic mix of Southern heritage, modern attractions and a vibrant arts scene.
Athens has been called “Live Music Central” by the New York Times and the best college-music scene by Rolling Stone.
Athens is a rising culinary star, with chef Hugh Acheson of restaurant Five & Ten among the many talented chefs creating exceptional menus from local, seasonal, and sustainable fare.Head to the hometown of Tropicalia, one of the most in-demand beers among Atlantans.
Cross over Broad Street and venture back two centuries to the early days of the birthplace of public higher education, the University of Georgia. Historic North Campus is modeled after Yale University.