Best Places to Visit in Tennessee
East Tennessee 🌲
Home to the Appalachian Mountains and the Great Smoky Mountains National Park, East Tennessee features captivating destinations that offer epic outdoor adventures, rich history, and eclectic entertainment.
From the bustling energy of urban Knoxville and the Smoky Mountain wonders of Gatlinburg and Pigeon Forge, to the historic charm of the Tri-Cities (Johnson City, Bristol, Kingsport) and the beauty of the ‘Scenic City’ of Chattanooga, East Tennessee has charming small towns and cities full of character.
- 9 Fun Day Trip Ideas From Johnson City for All-Day Adventure
- Where to Hike Near Johnson City: 27 Best Hiking Trails
- 10+ Best Things to Do in the Historic Town of Jonesborough
- 15 Drool-Worthy Restaurants in Downtown Johnson City
- 11 Best Things to Do in Small Town Elizabethton, TN
- 15 Best Finger-Licking Food Trucks in Johnson City (& Tri-Cities)
- Johnson City Foodie Guide: 30 Delicious Restaurants in Johnson City
- 20+ Best Things to Do in Bristol, TN-VA: The Birthplace of Country Music
- 25 Fun & Amazing Things to Do in Knoxville, TN
Middle Tennessee 🥃
Adventures abound in Middle Tennessee. Discover the vibrant music + food scene and iconic landmarks of Nashville and historic Franklin, go for tastings at the Jack Daniel’s Distillery in Lynchburg, or soak up the natural beauty of the Cumberland Plateau and its stunning waterfalls in places like Fall Creek Falls State Park.
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- This Underrated Tennessee Town Has a Downtown That’s Weirdly Addictive
- Yelp’s Top 100 Just Dropped—4 Nashville Restaurants Made the Cut
- 6 All-You-Can-Eat Spots in Middle Tennessee Locals Swear By
- 5 Places in Nashville That Nail the Perfect Meat-and-Three Plate
- 8 Nashville Restaurants Serving Standout Ribeye Steaks
- These 3 Nashville Spots are Serving Pimento Cheese Bites Worth Craving
West Tennessee 🎸
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