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1. Stroll through the East Texas Arboretum ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

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2. Visit Athens Scuba Park ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

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3. Relax at The Retreat Massage and Day Spa

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4. Have dinner at Jalapeno Tree

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5. Go wine tasting at 3 P’s in a Vine Winery and Vineyard

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6. Book a stay at Tara Vineyard and Winery

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7. Watch a performance at the Henderson County Performing Arts Center

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Summary & FAQ Stroll through the East Texas Arboretum Visit Athens Scuba Park Relax at The Retreat Massage and Day Spa Have dinner at Jalapeno Tree Go wine tasting at 3 P’s in a Vine Winery and Vineyard Book a stay at Tara Vineyard and Winery Watch a performance at the Henderson County Performing Arts Center

Athens is a small southern city in Henderson County, Texas, quiet and relaxed, but only a short drive from Dallas and Tyler. Nearby Lake Athens offers all kids of outdoor recreation including scuba diving and exploring sunken boats. Athens has a nice walkable downtown with antique shops, galleries and restaurants.

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