- Our list of the best things to do in Townsend, Tennessee, features the top 197 nearby activities — including 83 great attractions with user approval ratings of 90% or more!
- Townsend, TN has a variety of great sights and experiences nearby. Top categories include: Amusement, Water Activities, Museums & Galleries, and Outdoor Places.
- The results below include the top 25 things to do within the city of Townsend, TN , followed by 172 popular activities in nearby cities, including Gatlinburg, Pigeon Forge, Sevierville, Knoxville, Maryville, Bryson City, Kodak, Cherokee, Walland, Oneida, Hartford, Dandridge and Dyersburg
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Tuckaleechee Caverns opened in 1953 as a destination for people to explore the beauty that lies beneath the Smoky Mountains. The one mile guided tour includes stunning rock formations, underground waterfalls, and crystal clear streams.
6.6 Miles
Your first stop when traveling to the Great Smoky Mountains National Park, should be a visit to Cades Cove Visitor Center. From here, you can plan your trip into the most popular area of the park, see a Ranger-led program, see the historic Grist mill, and more.
27.6 Miles
Outdoor enthusiasts flock to Cherokee National Park year-round to enjoy an impressive selection of camping and recreational activities. Guests enjoy mountain biking, hiking, kayaking, fishing and more in this mountain paradise.
5.6 Miles
Visitors to Foothills Parkway love the scenic views offered at the strategically-placed lookouts, especially with Fall foliage in bloom. Take a drive along the parkway at sunrise or sunset to admire these popular views.
4.1 Miles
Featuring over 45 acres of unguided mountain trails for horseback riding, Next To Heaven Adventure is the perfect place to enjoy the beauty and tranquility of the Smoky Mountains. Cabins are available for rent and more adventurous types can partake in ziplining.
1.8 Miles
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188 votes
505 Old Cades Cove Road, Townsend, TN 37882
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Enjoy the spectacular Smoky Mountains on horseback by visiting Davy Crockett Riding Stables. This family owned stable was founded in 1962 and features 15 miles of mountain trails with breath-taking views.
1.3 Miles
Spend a day enjoying the Little River when you book a trip to Cowboy Tubing. Featuring clean amenities, friendly staff, and an all-day pass includes relaxing tube rides or a trip through Class II rapids.
2.1 Miles
GSM Motorcycle - Day Tours is a service that offers guests the opportunity to take a sport bike out and explore the local area and scenery. Visitors have many tour options that lead them through the picturesque Great Smokey Mountains.
0.6 Miles
Located in Great Smoky Mountains National Park, Spruce Flats Falls draws in spectators for its natural, multilevel waterfall. The falls are accessible by a short trail that leads visitors up a hill and by vistas.
4.9 Miles
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72 votes
Tremont Road, Townsend, TN
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Upper Tremont Road in Great Smoky Mountains National Park is a two-mile road in the center of the park that offers a unique area serenity. Many hiking and horseback riding trails begin here, and visitors also enjoy fishing.