Fetch your luggage, exit the gates of Athens, GA Airport (AHN-Ben Epps), and pick up your rental car. Which one you drive off in depends on where you want to go. If you’ll be mainly driving in downtown Athens, around 3 miles from the terminal, opt for something small. A compact car with good maneuverability will suit those bustling city streets. But with almost endless things to see, like the picturesque sandy shores of the surrounding area, you’ll probably be clocking up a few miles. A larger vehicle, like an SUV or a full-size car, will make lengthier road trips a joy.