7 days in Athens & Dodge City Itinerary

Athens is a city in Henderson County, Texas, in the United States. Change things up with these side-trips from Athens: Sulphur Springs (Hopkins County Courthouse, Glass Restrooms, &more) and Canton (Splash Kingdom Family Waterpark & First Monday). There's still lots to do: look for all kinds of wild species at Texas Freshwater Fisheries Center, learn about winemaking at Tara Vineyard & Winery, relax and rejuvenate at The Retreat Massage & Day Spa, and admire the majestic nature at Purtis Creek State Park.

For traveler tips, more things to do, photos, and other tourist information, use the Athens vacation planning site.

Dallas to Athens is an approximately 1.5-hour car ride. In July, Athens is little chillier than Dallas - with highs of 91°F and lows of 71°F. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 21st (Thu) so you can go by car to Dodge City.

Dodge City is the county seat of Ford County, Kansas, United States, named after nearby Fort Dodge. Dodge City is known for museums, casinos, and historic sites. Your trip includes some of its best attractions: take an in-depth tour of Boot Hill Museum, don't miss a visit to Cattle Feedlot Overlook, pause for some photo ops at Cowboy Statue On Boot Hill, and steep yourself in history at Santa Fe Trail Tracks.

For reviews, where to stay, other places to visit, and other tourist information, refer to the Dodge City online trip builder.

The Route module can help you plan travel from Athens to Dodge City. Traveling from Athens in July, you can expect nighttime temperatures to be slightly colder in Dodge City, with lows of 66°F. Cap off your sightseeing on the 24th (Sun) early enough to go by car back home.