Athens is a city in McMinn County, Tennessee located within the Appalachian Ridge and Valley Province in the foothills of the Great Smokey Mountains. The area scenery is lush and beautiful. The nearby Great Smokey Mountains offers a wide variety of outdoor activities, such as hiking and backpacking. Known as “The Friendly City”, an Athens bed and breakfast is a great location for a weekend getaway. The city still has many historic homes and a quaint downtown area that reminds us of a simpler life. If you have a sweet tooth, you will surly want to stop at the Russell Stover’s Candy Outlet, the largest in Tennessee. In late October you can take part in the local Pumpkintown festivities with crafts and historical celebrations. For a relaxing afternoon head to the Ridgewood Golf Club to swing some clubs. Finish up your day at Athens Diner or the Gondolier Pizza and Steakhouse before your head back to your Athens inn or B&B. Less