Andrew Johnson National Historic Site
101 North College St.
Greeneville, TN 37743
The Andrew Johnson National Historic Site pays tribute to the United States 17th President. Between the years of 1865 and 1869 Andrew Johnson worked as President after President Lincoln's assassination and feverishly tried to reestablish and unify the nation after the Civil War. Located in Greenville, Tennessee, call 423.638.3551 for more details.
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Bays Mountain Park & Planetarium
853 Bays Mountain
Park Rd
Kingsport, TN 37660
Bays Mountain Park &
Planetarium is a
3,000 acre nature
preserve and
planetarium museum
located just 3 miles
from I-26 in
Kingsport. Visitors
can view 8 live
animal habitats, as
well as enjoy the
hiking and mountain
biking that abounds.
Special public
programs and
educational events
take place here each
year; call 423.229.9447 for more information.
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Bristol Caverns
1157 Bristol Caverns Hwy
Bristol, TN 37620
Located just 8 miles
away from I-81
visitors can go on
an adventure through
caverns and view
rock formations that
are millions of
years old. Bristol
Caverns are the
largest and most
beautiful caverns in
the Great Smoky
Mountains and guided
tours are given
every 20 minutes.
Call 423.878.2011
for more details.
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Bristol Motor Speedway
151 Speedway Blvd.
Bristol, TN 37620
423.989.6933
Hosting several NASCAR events and other fun racing activities, Bristol Motor Speedway has operated since 1961 and is the location of several annual events including a Busch series race and the popular Dukes of Hazard Festival.
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Davy Crockett Birthplace
1245 Davy Crockett
Park Road
Limestone, TN 37681
Located on the banks of the Nolichucky River, Crockett's birthplace is located in Limestone and is a beautifully restored cabin that is furnished in the style that was appropriate for the 1700's. Crockett Days take place in August and always a celebrated time to visit. Call 423.257.2167 for more information on tours.
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Elizabethton – State Line Drive In
2306 State Line Road
Elizabethton, TN
423.542.5422
Elizabethton's small town charm is the backdrop to this outdoor drive in theatre that is always a family favorite.
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Farmhouse Gallery & Gardens
121 Covered Bridge Ln
Unicoi, TN 37692
423.743.8799
Farmhouse Gardens is the home of wildlife artist Johnny Lynch and is a great place to visit to see birds, peacocks, butterflies and other wildlife throughout his homestead. Open to tours, call for more information.
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Fiddlers & Fiddleheads Festival
The Fiddlers & Fiddleheads Festival takes place in April at the Farmhouse Gallery & Gardens and is a day that pays tribute to storytelling, fiddling, and other activities that are part of the Appalachian Heritage. Call 423.913.8209 for more information.
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First Friday Downtown Johnson City
Meander through Johnson Cities downtown streets and enjoy the regional art expo that takes place on the First Friday of each month. The streets close and local businesses enjoy the hustle and bustle of visitors browsing the art galleries and local shops and eateries. Enjoy the fine weather and delicious foods and take a stroll down Main Street from 7pm. to 11pm.
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Fun Expedition
2805 N Roan St
Johnson City, TN 37601
This indoor fun park features mini golf, batting cages, a laser tag arena, a climbing wall, go carts, bumper cars, an arcade and even a toddler and soft area for smaller children. This indoor fun amusement park is always a family favorite and a nice place to hold a party. Call 423.929.2FUN for more information or to host a party.
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The Gray Fossil Site
& Museum
Gray, TN 37615
The Gray Fossil Site & Museum is the only late Miocene and early Pliocene terrestrial fossil site in the Appalachian Mountain chain. This fossil deposit covers roughly 5 acres and is located about 100 feet beneath the land surface. At the Gray Fossil Site visitors can view several well preserved plant and animal remains that date back between 4 and 8 million years ago. Call 423.439.3659 for details on tours and when to visit the museum.
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Hands On! Museum
315 E. Main Street
Johnson City TN 37601
Hands On! is a 22,000 square foot facility dedicated to providing and presenting educational exhibits in a fun and interesting way. Visitors and children will have their curiosities peaked when exploring this interactive museum that literally allows one to be, exactly, hands on. Enjoy learning about the arts, sciences and humanities, and be sure to check out the centers special events. Call 423.434.4263 for details.
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Sycamore Shoals State Historic Park
1651 W. Elk Ave.
Elizabethton, TN 37643
423.543.5808
Enjoy the theatre, and interpretive history museum at Sycamore Shoals State Historic Park in Elizabethton. Many events prior to the Revolutionary War took place here.
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The Mall at Johnson City
2011 N Roan St
Johnson City, TN 37601
423.282.5312
The Mall at Johnson City has over 70 stores including Gap, Hollister, Abercrombie & Fitch, Buckle, JC Penney, Limited, Lane Bryant, Sears, Pacific Sun-wear and so many more. Visit for a fun filled shopping experience.
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Twin City Drive In
2512 Volunteer Parkway
Bristol TN, 37620
423.764.8033
Twin City Drive In is located 1 mile north of Bristol Motor Speedway and is a solo screen outdoor movie theatre that many frequent on the weekends.
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Wetlands Water Park
1523 Persimmon Ridge Rd
Jonesborough, TN 37659
423.753.1553
Wetlands Water Park is located in East Tennessee in Jonesborough and has many thrills and heart stopping, daring slides including a 200 foot giant flume. This park is always a great way to beat the heat in the summer months.
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East Tennessee is full of wonderful places to visit and interesting sites. You can learn so much in this small area as the region has numerous museums, historical sites and other educational spots. In addition to these exciting places, East Tennessee is home to Bristol Motor Speedway and the NASCAR
Sprint Cup race, which attracts many visitors to the races annually. We hope you and your loved ones will enjoy visiting some of these fine places in East Tennessee.
