take a hip trip to athens, georgia! a vibrant, restored victorian-era downtown teems with art galleries, trendy shops, world-renowned nightclubs and distinctive dining. historic architecture and impressive gardens complete the unique blend of traditional heritage and trend-setting southern culture. the vibe and energy that gave birth to r.e.m and the b-52's is alive and well today!the athens georgia convention & visitors bureau (cvb) is a proactive sales and destination marketing organization for athens, georgia.