Athens travel guide
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You're Going to Love Athens
With a population of 21’897, Athens is a must-see destination in Alabama, United States.
When to visit Athens
Looking for warm weather? Then head to Athens in July, when the average temperature is 26 °C, and the highest can go up to 32 °C. The coldest month, on the other hand, is January, when it can get as cold as -2 °C, with an average temperature of 3 °C. You’re likely to see more rain in March, when precipitation is around 153 mm. In contrast, August is usually the driest month of the year in Athens, with an average rainfall of 84 mm.
How to Get to Athens
Plane
Although Athens doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Huntsville (HSV), which is located 25 km from Athens.
Airlines serving Athens
Where to stay in Athens
If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Hampton Inn & Suites Athens/I-65 (Huntsville Area) and Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Athens I-65.
Where to stay in popular areas of Athens
Hiring a car in Athens
Expect to pay $1.54 per litre in Athens (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between $18.45 and $24.60. Intermediate (Honda HR-V or similar) is the most popular car type to hire in Athens, while also 48% cheaper than other types, on average.
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