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Local attractions
On Saturday's you can race your own ride.
Must go to if you have never been. The spectacular magical light show will dazzle visitors with more than 2 million lights illuminating more than 250 festive displays across a four-plus mile route on the Bristol Motor Speedway and Dragway property the Month of December.
196 locals recommend
Bristol Motor Speedway
151 Speedway BlvdMust go to if you have never been. The spectacular magical light show will dazzle visitors with more than 2 million lights illuminating more than 250 festive displays across a four-plus mile route on the Bristol Motor Speedway and Dragway property the Month of December.
Far below the earth's surface, in the timeless beauty of Bristol Caverns, a strange and exciting experience awaits you. Paved, well lighted walkways wind through the vaulted chambers and along the banks of the ancient Underground River that carved these remarkable caverns from the hard core of the earth 200 to 400 million years ago. In the frontier days, Indians used the Underground River as an attack and escape route in their raids on settlers. Stealing into the area by way of the Underground River and the caverns, they swooped down on unsuspecting families, then disappeared as if swallowed up by the earth.You will be retracing the same warrior paths while exploring the vast rooms and arches, columns, and natural stone formations of varying size and kinds. The tours itself takes you to all three levels of the cavern. Don't forget to bring your camera.
71 locals recommend
Bristol Caverns
1157 Bristol Caverns HighwayFar below the earth's surface, in the timeless beauty of Bristol Caverns, a strange and exciting experience awaits you. Paved, well lighted walkways wind through the vaulted chambers and along the banks of the ancient Underground River that carved these remarkable caverns from the hard core of the earth 200 to 400 million years ago. In the frontier days, Indians used the Underground River as an attack and escape route in their raids on settlers. Stealing into the area by way of the Underground River and the caverns, they swooped down on unsuspecting families, then disappeared as if swallowed up by the earth.You will be retracing the same warrior paths while exploring the vast rooms and arches, columns, and natural stone formations of varying size and kinds. The tours itself takes you to all three levels of the cavern. Don't forget to bring your camera.
Watauga Lake
Swimming area, Marinas
Perfect for if you enjoy fishing, swimming or wanna take get out on the boat.
105 locals recommend
Watauga Lake
Perfect for if you enjoy fishing, swimming or wanna take get out on the boat.
Railroad right-of-way between Johnson City and Elizabethton. Because of the unique sound of the locomotive whistle, the railroad and its trains became unofficially yet affectionately known as the “tweetsie.” The trail provides opportunities for walking, hiking, running, biking, etc. on a relatively flat grade in a beautiful, natural setting. When complete, the 10-mile trail will be the longest rails-to-trails project in Tennessee!
26 locals recommend
Tweetsie Trail Trailhead
Alabama StreetRailroad right-of-way between Johnson City and Elizabethton. Because of the unique sound of the locomotive whistle, the railroad and its trains became unofficially yet affectionately known as the “tweetsie.” The trail provides opportunities for walking, hiking, running, biking, etc. on a relatively flat grade in a beautiful, natural setting. When complete, the 10-mile trail will be the longest rails-to-trails project in Tennessee!
One of the last Drive-in Movie Theaters left. Bring your own drinks, cooler, hot dogs, popcorn or don't and buy it there. Don't have to worry about being quiet from the comfort of your own vehicle and if you're a smoker it's a plus.
12 locals recommend
State Line
3690 State Line RdOne of the last Drive-in Movie Theaters left. Bring your own drinks, cooler, hot dogs, popcorn or don't and buy it there. Don't have to worry about being quiet from the comfort of your own vehicle and if you're a smoker it's a plus.
Freedom Hall Civic Center
1320 Pactolas RdConcerts, Broadway, indoor pool
There is so much to do at Tweetsie Railroad. You can ride on a historic steam-powered locomotive, enjoy live entertainment, feed the animals in Deer Park Zoo, ride the amusement rides in Country Fair, pan for gold and other fun activities!
242 locals recommend
Tweetsie Railroad
300 Tweetsie Railroad LnThere is so much to do at Tweetsie Railroad. You can ride on a historic steam-powered locomotive, enjoy live entertainment, feed the animals in Deer Park Zoo, ride the amusement rides in Country Fair, pan for gold and other fun activities!
Freedom Hall Civic Center
1320 Pactolas RdCarowinds Park and Ride @ Cabelas Drive station
Amusement park
Sightseeing
Blue Hole Falls
Not far from parking.
Zoo Knoxville is one of the premiere zoological experiences in the southeast. Committed to sharing ‘wildly fun’ experiences that educate and inspire, we feature acres of creative habitats for animal lovers of all ages to explore. Animals include: rhinos, gorillas, wolf, bears, beavers, ottor, tigers, zebras, turkey, baboons, giraffes, chimpanzees, hogs, elephants, lions, stork, pandas, komodo dragon,
115 locals recommend
Zoo Knoxville
3500 Knoxville Zoo DrZoo Knoxville is one of the premiere zoological experiences in the southeast. Committed to sharing ‘wildly fun’ experiences that educate and inspire, we feature acres of creative habitats for animal lovers of all ages to explore. Animals include: rhinos, gorillas, wolf, bears, beavers, ottor, tigers, zebras, turkey, baboons, giraffes, chimpanzees, hogs, elephants, lions, stork, pandas, komodo dragon,
Indoor & outdoor pool, suanna, concerts, restaurants, shops
330 locals recommend
Harrah's Cherokee Casino Resort
777 Casino DrIndoor & outdoor pool, suanna, concerts, restaurants, shops
Elk River Falls
Elk River RoadAsheville
Biltmore
1 Lodge StThe Omni Grove Park Inn Spa
290 Macon AveAppalachian Caverns
420 Cave Hill RdHiking
The Kingsport Greenbelt is a linear park that connects residential neighborhoods, traditional parks, downtown commercial districts, schools, and activity centers.
The Kingsport Greenbelt
1550 Fort Henry DrThe Kingsport Greenbelt is a linear park that connects residential neighborhoods, traditional parks, downtown commercial districts, schools, and activity centers.
Sports
Riverside Park
West Riverside DriveNeighborhoods
Appalachian Trail