Tennessee is chock full of fun places to visit and places to eat, it’s a downright gold mine of fun and adventurous activities. Still, sometimes you need a little something to point you in the right direction. Which is why we have this fabulous list of the 17 BEST places to visit in the Volunteer State in 2018. Next year is closer than you think, so you should probably start planning your day trips and dinner times!
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- This quirky eatery is located in the artistic hub of Nashville.
Brent Moore - Flickr I Dream of Weenie serves up some of the most unique hot dogs in Tennessee, and the quirky eatery will spawn many a story.
- Take a trip to the new brewery capital of Tennessee.
Asgard Brewing Co. & Taproom - Facebook The little town of Columbia, Tennessee just opened the aptly themed - and named - Asgard Brewing Co., and it’s made us completely fall in love with this tiny town all over again.
- If you’re a cheese fan, this Tennessee cheese road trip is perfectly lovely.
Google Maps We take you on a trip from specialty cheese shop to specialty cheese shop, criss-crossing the entire state.
- Tennessee has so many state parks, it’s hard to choose just one. But this gorgeous space is completely underrated.
Tennessee State Parks The Great Smoky Mountains tend to be the most popular spot to visit in Tennessee, but we have a soft spot for the Hiwassee Ocoee Scenic River State Park.
- These last minute Tennessee adventures are great when you feel the need to experience something new.
turcottes78 - Flickr Whether you’re on the east or the west side of the state, the need for adventure is real. We’ve found quite a few spots that are ready and raring at all times for a memorable experience, you just have to pick one.
- Tellico Plains is one Tennessee town you HAVE to visit.
Dzmitry (Dima) Parul - Flickr This gorgeous little town is known as “The Little Town with the Big Back Yard.” The reason being is fairly obvious, but one look at its gorgeous and expansive natural beauty and you’ll be hooked. You may just want to move!
- Would you eat a meal in a barn?
Brooksies Barn - Facebook It’s Tennessee, so we would hope so. We rounded up the best barns-turned-restaurants across the state for a thoroughly enthralling experience.
- You don’t have to travel far for these beautiful windshield views.
NPS.Gov We take you on a trip around the state to the most beautiful roads with views - they’re peaceful and perfect for an afternoon drive.
- These inexpensive road trips makes any lazy Saturday that much more exciting.
Michael Hicks - flickr Take a break this weekend - or every weekend in 2018 - to enjoy a day away from home in the deepest heart of Tennessee beauty.
- We love supporting the local economy, and there’s no better way to love on Tennessee than eating at one of its locally owned restaurants.
Millers - Facebook There’s a little something for everyone on this list, whether you’re looking for southern favorites or cutting edge eats.
- If you’re planning on attending a festival this summer…
Jim forest - Flickr Then you should probably head over to Graceland come August. We’ll tell you why!
- You don’t need a reservation at any of these restaurants, and that’s just the way we like it.
Marcy Jo’s - Facebook Does a good meal really count if you have to WAIT forever? We’re going to say no.
- An overnight hike seems like a solid adventure, woudn’t you say?
Ken Lane - Flickr Traipse through the beauty of east Tennessee at all hours of the day with an overnight hike at Big Ridge State Park.
- The best chocolate milk in the world is found right here in Middle Tennessee.
Hatcher Family Dairy - Facebook You can visit a working dairy farm at Hatcher’s, and the adventure is fabulous for adults and kids alike.
- There’s nothing that hits the spot like a nostalgic cheeseburger and fries.
Litton’s - Facebook Litton’s is a big winner in our book, but and its very existence makes for a fun and completely southern experience in the Volunteer State.
- These incredible milkshakes are great no matter the time of year.
The Grilled Cheeserie - Facebook The Grilled Cheeserie may be known for their fabulous sandwiches, but their milkshakes are just as dreamy and creamy as their cheesy counterparts.
- Would you take a riverboat cruise?
Southern Riverboat - Facebook The Southern Belle Riverboat has been in action since 1985, and it’s a fabulous way to experience the state from up and down the Tennessee River.
Here’s one extra activity for the new year: you can go snow tubing in Tennessee!
Brent Moore - Flickr
I Dream of Weenie serves up some of the most unique hot dogs in Tennessee, and the quirky eatery will spawn many a story.
Asgard Brewing Co. & Taproom - Facebook
The little town of Columbia, Tennessee just opened the aptly themed - and named - Asgard Brewing Co., and it’s made us completely fall in love with this tiny town all over again.
Google Maps
We take you on a trip from specialty cheese shop to specialty cheese shop, criss-crossing the entire state.
Tennessee State Parks
The Great Smoky Mountains tend to be the most popular spot to visit in Tennessee, but we have a soft spot for the Hiwassee Ocoee Scenic River State Park.
turcottes78 - Flickr
Whether you’re on the east or the west side of the state, the need for adventure is real. We’ve found quite a few spots that are ready and raring at all times for a memorable experience, you just have to pick one.
Dzmitry (Dima) Parul - Flickr
This gorgeous little town is known as “The Little Town with the Big Back Yard.” The reason being is fairly obvious, but one look at its gorgeous and expansive natural beauty and you’ll be hooked. You may just want to move!
Brooksies Barn - Facebook
It’s Tennessee, so we would hope so. We rounded up the best barns-turned-restaurants across the state for a thoroughly enthralling experience.
NPS.Gov
We take you on a trip around the state to the most beautiful roads with views - they’re peaceful and perfect for an afternoon drive.
Michael Hicks - flickr
Take a break this weekend - or every weekend in 2018 - to enjoy a day away from home in the deepest heart of Tennessee beauty.
Millers - Facebook
There’s a little something for everyone on this list, whether you’re looking for southern favorites or cutting edge eats.
Jim forest - Flickr
Then you should probably head over to Graceland come August. We’ll tell you why!
Marcy Jo’s - Facebook
Does a good meal really count if you have to WAIT forever? We’re going to say no.
Ken Lane - Flickr
Traipse through the beauty of east Tennessee at all hours of the day with an overnight hike at Big Ridge State Park.
Hatcher Family Dairy - Facebook
You can visit a working dairy farm at Hatcher’s, and the adventure is fabulous for adults and kids alike.
Litton’s - Facebook
Litton’s is a big winner in our book, but and its very existence makes for a fun and completely southern experience in the Volunteer State.
The Grilled Cheeserie - Facebook
The Grilled Cheeserie may be known for their fabulous sandwiches, but their milkshakes are just as dreamy and creamy as their cheesy counterparts.
Southern Riverboat - Facebook
The Southern Belle Riverboat has been in action since 1985, and it’s a fabulous way to experience the state from up and down the Tennessee River.
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