Athens, a small town located southeast of Dallas, offers a historic downtown area filled with unique shops, restaurants, and historic buildings. The Henderson County Courthouse, a beautiful neoclassical building, is a must-see. The Texas Freshwater Fisheries Center is another major attraction, offering interactive exhibits, aquariums, and outdoor ponds. For scuba divers, there's the Athens Scuba Park, a clear freshwater lake with numerous sunken attractions, including boats, an airplane, and even a motorcycle.