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- At This Famous Tennessee Deli, One Sandwich Can Feed a Crowd
Nixon’s Deli in Knoxville is the kind of place that doesn’t need a lot of hype to win people over. Sitting on Merchant Drive, this no-frills sandwich shop has built a loyal following by serving … - The Ultimate Spring Adventure With a Serious Adrenaline Rush Is Waiting in Tennessee
Spring in Tennessee brings warmer weather, blooming wildflowers, and the perfect excuse to get outside and feel your heart race. If you’re craving an adventure that goes way beyond the usual tourist traps, WildSide in … - This Tennessee Zoo Gives Visitors the Chance to Meet Some Seriously Cute Otters
Rainforest Adventures Zoo in Sevierville has become a favorite stop for animal lovers who want to get closer to wildlife than your typical zoo experience allows. What makes this place stand out is the chance … - 13 Peaceful Tennessee Spots to Experience Nature (No Crowds, No Stress)
Tennessee is famous for its music and mountains, but some of the best outdoor spots here fly under the radar. If crowded trails and packed parking lots aren’t your thing, you’re in luck. The state … - This Tennessee Restaurant Was Just Named One of the South’s Legendary Eats
The Old Mill Restaurant in Pigeon Forge just earned serious bragging rights from Southern Living magazine. Getting named one of the South’s legendary restaurants is no small feat, especially when you’re up against decades of … - 12 Tennessee Spots That Built Their Fame on Next-Level Burgers
Tennessee has quietly built one of the country’s most impressive burger scenes, and we’re not just talking about the usual suspects in Nashville or Memphis. From century-old lunch counters serving patties the same way they … - Tennessee’s Oldest Ice Cream Spot Is Still Serving Up Pure Happiness
Walking into Elliston Place Soda Shop feels like stepping through a time machine straight into 1939. This Nashville landmark has been dishing out ice cream sundaes, classic burgers, and pure nostalgia for over eight decades, … - 10 Tennessee State Parks So Stunning, You’ll Swear They’re National Parks
Tennessee hides some serious landscape superstars within its state park system. While the Smokies get most of the glory, parks scattered across the state deliver waterfalls, gorges, mountain peaks, and wilderness that rival anything you’d … - This Tennessee Lake Is So Clear, You Can See Your Feet While Swimming
Dale Hollow Lake sits tucked along the Tennessee-Kentucky border, offering some of the clearest water you’ll find anywhere in the region. The reservoir’s incredible visibility means you can actually watch your toes wiggle while you’re … - I Drove Tennessee’s Backroads for 15 Smokehouses—10 Were So Good I’d Go Back Tomorrow
Tennessee’s backroads hide some of the best barbecue in America, and I set out to find them all. Over several weeks, I drove through small towns and rural highways, visiting 15 different smokehouses across the … - This Scenic Tennessee Canal Boat Tour Is an Experience You Won’t Forget
When people think about Nashville, music and honky-tonks usually come to mind first. But tucked inside the massive Gaylord Opryland Resort floats a peaceful escape that surprises everyone who discovers it. Delta Riverboats offers something … - 11 Dinosaur-Themed Attractions In Tennessee Your Kids Will Be Obsessed With Long After the Visit
Tennessee might surprise you with its incredible collection of dinosaur-themed destinations that turn ordinary weekends into prehistoric adventures. From life-size animatronic creatures that roar and move to actual fossil dig sites where ancient bones still … - Tennessee’s 8 Longest (and Most Breathtaking) Trails to Explore in 2026
Tennessee is home to some of America’s most stunning long-distance hiking trails, where rugged mountains meet sweeping valleys and waterfalls cascade through ancient gorges. Whether you’re an experienced backpacker looking for a multi-day adventure or … - This Tennessee Hole-in-the-Wall Shack Serves Juicy BBQ People Can’t Stop Raving About
Memphis is known for its legendary barbecue scene, but one little spot keeps stealing the spotlight from all the big-name joints. Elwood’s Shack sits in a Lowe’s parking lot on Summer Avenue, looking more like … - Tennessee’s Most Fascinating State Park Is Easy to Miss, but Impossible to Forget
Tucked away on the Cumberland Plateau in northern Tennessee, Pickett CCC Memorial State Park is a place most people drive right past without knowing what they’re missing. This hidden gem near Jamestown offers something truly …