Athens County Travel Guide

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Popular cities in Athens County

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Athens
Known for Universities, Hills and Hiking
Thousands of Ohio University students call this city home during the academic year, but its cultural offerings and scenic settings entertain visitors year-round.

Reasons to visit

  • Ohio University
  • Court Street
  • Strouds Run State Park
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Nelsonville
Known for Hiking, Relaxing and Hills
Trip time! Discover the hiking, forests and opera in relaxing Nelsonville.
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Millfield
Millfield
Known for Natural parks
Explore Millfield: its parks and more!
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Glouster
Known for Lakes, Dining and Family-friendly
Secluded Glouster is calling! Discover its dining, forests, lake views and more.
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Albany
Venture to Court Street and Lake Hope State Park—just two of the sights around Albany.
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New Marshfield
Known for Natural parks
Escape to New Marshfield! Enjoy its parks.
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Stay near popular Athens County attractions

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Ohio University

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Explore the campus of Ohio University during your travels in Athens. Discover the bars and its entertainment venues while you're in the area.
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