It has the most visited national park in the country. It is home to one of the most famous whiskey brands in the world. And it is the final resting place of one of the 20th century’s most significant cultural icons. Just where exactly is this place?
Nestled among the Smoky Mountains of the southeastern United States lies the state of Tennessee. Known primarily for its country music, the state has many fun things to do and see (whether you’re a fan of country music or not). Here is a list of ten sights that are absolutely worth seeing in Tennessee.
Great Smoky Mountains National Park
Of all the famous national parks in the United States, including the Grand Canyon and Yosemite, Tennessee’s Great Smoky …show more content…
Then head over to Cheekwood, the home of 11 different gardens and a woodland sculpture trail, as well as an art museum. American and British decorative arts, contemporary art, and outdoor sculptures make up the main focus of the art found at Cheekwood. The gardens and art museum are located on the estate of the Cheek family, one of the early entrepreneurial families of Nashville. The estate opened to the public in 1960, and visitors can expect to pay $16 admission for adults, and $9 for kids. Fun fact: the popular Maxwell House coffee brand traces its beginnings to …show more content…
Discovered in 1928 by Leo Lambert and his team of excavators, Ruby Falls is a must-see in Tennessee. The falls are located 1,120 feet (341 meters) beneath the surface of Lookout Mountain. Ruby Falls was opened to the public in 1930, and has been attracting thousands of visitors every year since. Underground waterfalls maybe not your thing? Not to worry, Ruby Falls also has a zip-line adventure park, known as ZIPstream Aerial Adventure. ZIPstream pricing starts at $29.95, and entrance to Ruby Falls starts at $11.95.
Ober Gatlinburg
Have you ever found yourself walking around an amusement park and wishing for a ski resort? Who hasn’t?! For those families that literally want to do everything on their vacation, Ober Gatlinburg Amusement Park and Ski Area is a perfect fit. Activities here include an Aerial Tramway, Ski Mountain Coaster, an Alpine Slide, Wildlife Encounter, the Scenic Chairlift, water raft rides, and even ice skating. The park is located on a mountain top overlooking the city of Gatlinburg, and offers skiing, snowboarding, and tubing in the winter. Tickets prices start at $22 per day for adults and $19 per day for