Virtual Athens

Questions about visiting Athens and the surrounding area? Get real-time virtual assistance Monday - Friday, 10 AM - 5 PM.

"Athens History Matters" Livecasts

Tune into our series of LIVE history tours and workshops. New episodes stream every weekday at 2pm.

Take a Tour

Classic City Tours offers a variety of guided and self-guided tours of Athens.

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Take a 360° Virtual Tour!

Tour the Church-Waddel-Brumby House in this high-definition, 360° virtual walk-through.

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House Museum

Visit the c. 1820 Church-Waddel-Brumby House - the oldest and friendliest house in Athens!

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Visit Us

Your first stop in the Classic City!

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Gift Shop

Visit The Athens Welcome Center Gift Shop for that perfect, locally-crafted memento.

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Your first stop in the Classic City!

Greetings from the Historic Athens Welcome Center! Located in downtown Athens, Georgia, inside the c.1820 Church-Waddel-Brumby House Museum. The Historic Athens Welcome Center is an excellent resource for visitors and for locals, while hosting out of town guests. In addition to local information, we carry brochures for the entire State, so stop by if you are planning a trip anywhere throughout Georgia. Let our information specialists help you make the most of your visit to the Classic City, with various maps, brochures, maps, information on current events, as well as hotel and dining information.

Visitor Info

Welcome to Athens! We are here to help you get the most out of your visit to The Classic City. Browse trip itineraries, visitors guides and other resources.

Student guide

Everything you need to know about relocating to Athens as a student, including COVID-19 friendly information and local tips on getting around town!

Tours

Download a variety of historical self-guided walking and driving tours to keep you social distancing!

House Museum

Take a virtual tour of the ca. 1820 Church-Waddel-Brumby House Museum. This Federal-style house is believed to be Athens' oldest surviving residence.