The Athens Convention & Visitors Bureau provides expert, insider information to visitors planning a trip to Athens, Georgia. We cover Athens top local events, attractions, shopping, dining, live music, craft breweries, museums and more. Youll find itineraries, things to do, and entertainment and UGA sports schedules. Athens, GA is just 60 miles northeast of Atlanta. The birthplace of public higher education in America has become known as one of the best college towns in the country, thanks to its renowned live music heritage. Athens is also a rising star on the culinary and craft beer scene.