doll wood
Tennessee’s most popular attraction is Dollywood, owned in part by artist Dolly Parton. It is located near Smokey Mountain National Park. The park is divided into several sections. In Craftemens Valley, you’ll find some exciting rides including the Tennessee Tornado roller coaster, the Blazing Fury roller coaster, and the Daredevil Falls canal ride. Even more roller coasters can be found in Timber Canyon with the mystery mine roller coaster and the thunder roller coaster. If you don’t like high adrenaline features then perhaps a theater show would suit you well such as the Showstreet Palace Theatre, the Celebrity Theater or the Valley Theatre.
land of grace
Are you a fan of Elvis Presley? Graceland is the estate of the late great Elvis Presley located in the southwest corner of Tennessee. At Graceland, take a tour of Elvis’ mansion narrated by his daughter, Presilla Presley. Don’t forget to visit the Meditation Garden where Elvis and his close family are buried. Once you’re done with that, visit the Elvis Car Museum, the Sincerely Elvis Museum featuring Elvis’ new Tupelo exhibit, the ICON: Elvis Presley Influence Exhibit, Elvis’ custom jets, and the new exhibit at Graceland Crossing – Elvis’ Hawaii: Concerts, Movies and More.
The Great Smoky Mountains
Located in eastern Tennessee is the most visited state park, the Great Smokey Mountains. It covers 816 square miles. Several of the mountains contained within exceed 6,000 feet. Numerous waterfalls and streams run through the park. Some of the attractions include Cade Cove, which has several restored old structures such as log cabins, churches, and barns. Also visit other sites like Roaring Fork, Cataloochee, Elkmont and Mountain Farm Museum and Mingus Mill in Oconaluftee.
gatlinburg
Located in East Tennessee, within the edge of the Great Smoky Mountains park, there is a place that reminds me of a mini Disney or amusement park along the New Jersey boardwalk. The city covers 10 square miles. Highway 441 is the main road in the city. Here you’ll find attractions like Ripley’s Aquarium, the Mysterious House, and the Hollywood Star Cars museum. Maybe skiing is your fantasy. If so, then you are in the right place, Gatlinburg is primarily a ski resort.
cumberland caverns
Cumberland Caverns ranks as the 19th longest cave in the US. It is located near the middle of Tennessee in McMinnville. There are tours throughout the year. Visit features like the Volcano Room, the Monument Pillar, the Crystal Palace, Bubble Gum Alley, the Lemon Squeezer, and the Hall of the Mountain King (the largest cave room in the eastern US). USA).
lost sea
Take an unforgettable tour of the largest underground lake in the United States known as the Lost Sea. It is part of Craighead Caverns in East Tennessee. The course, which runs year-round, is 3/4 mile along sloping paths and ends at the bottom by the lake. You can board a boat and continue the tour from there. The end of this underground lake has not yet been found.
Grand Ole Opry House
No visit to Tennessee would be complete without a visit to the Grand Ole Opry House. The Opry is located nine miles east of Nashville. It has capacity for 4,400 guests and has several weekly shows. Some of the singers have included the likes of Dolly Parton, Elvis Presley, and Hank Williams.
