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121 Monument Avenue
Greeneville, Tennessee
423-638-3551 |
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The historic site includes a visitor center with a museum showcasing the 17th president of the United States, the actual tailor shop where Johnson worked and a video presentation. Andrew Johnson succeeded President Lincoln after his death, however Johnson was challenged with mending the country and subsequently was the first president to be impeached. In President Johnson's early home, exhibits depict his life prior to assuming the presidency....
Hours & Admission
Daily 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Closed major holidays. Free. Directions
From Interstate 81 (I-81) south, take exit 36 to Highway 172 south to Greeneville. Follow the signs.
From Interstate 81 (I-81) north, take exit 23 to Highway 11E north to Greeneville and follow the signs. The Andrew Johnson Visitor Center is located in historic downtown Greeneville, Tenn. Photo Courtesy: Andrew Johnson National Historic Site
The historic site includes a visitor center with a museum showcasing the 17th president of the United States, the actual tailor shop where Johnson worked and a video presentation. Andrew Johnson succeeded President Lincoln after his death, however Johnson was challenged with mending the country and subsequently was the first president to be impeached. In President Johnson's early home, exhibits depict his life prior to assuming the presidency. The "Homestead," where he and his family lived before and after their time in Washington, D.C., has been restored to its 1869 to 1875 appearance. Tours allow visitors to see the parlor, bedrooms, dining room and kitchen. The adjoining national cemetery is the final resting place of President Johnson, his family and veterans. Hours & Admission
Daily 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Closed major holidays. Free. Tours
Homestead: reservations; daily 9:30 a.m., 10:30 a.m., 11:30 a.m., 1:30 p.m., 2:30 p.m., 3:30 p.m. and 4:30 p.m. Location
65 miles northeast of Knoxville, in downtown Greeneville, Tenn., on the corner of College St. and Depot St. Directions
From Interstate 81 (I-81) south, take exit 36 to Highway 172 south to Greeneville. Follow the signs.
From Interstate 81 (I-81) north, take exit 23 to Highway 11E north to Greeneville and follow the signs. The Andrew Johnson Visitor Center is located in historic downtown Greeneville, Tenn. Photo Courtesy: Andrew Johnson National Historic Site
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813 East Parkway
Gatlinburg, Tennessee
865-436-5008 |
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Offering one to three-hour guided whitewater rafting and float trips on the Pigeon River near the Great Smoky Mountains. The Upper Pigeon River features 12 Class III and three Class IV rapids over its five miles. The Lower Pigeon River is more forgiving with Class I to 111 rapids, making the six-mile run perfect for the entire family. Hours & Admission
Late March to October, Tuesday to Thursday and Saturday 11:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., depending on scheduled water releases; scheduled releases late May to early September, Tuesday to Thursday and Saturday 11:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Admission. Directions
Rafting departure point: from Gatlinburg stoplight #3 at the junction of U.S. Highway 441/U.S. Highway 321/State Highway 73/State Highway 71 (Parkway) and East Parkway, take U.S. Highway 321/Highway 73 (East Parkway) left (east/north) for approx. 18 miles to State Highway 32 and turn left. Travel approx. two miles to State Highway 339 (Foothills Parkway) and turn right. Travel for approx. six miles to Interstate 40 (I-40). Travel approx. four miles on I-40 east and exit 447 (Hartford Rd). Turn left and the facility is on the right in a log cabin.
From Pigeon Forge, Tenn., take Veterans Blvd. (away from Pigeon Forge) and travel until it dead ends at U.S. Highway 441 (Dolly Parton Parkway/Newport Highway), turn right and travel for approx. 18 miles until it dead ends at U.S. Highway 70/U.S. Highway 25W and turn right and then take Interstate 40 (I-40) east. Travel approx. 15 miles to exit 447 (Hartford Rd). Turn left and the facility is on the right in a log cabin.
From Sevierville, Tenn., take U.S. Highway 441 (Dolly Parton Parkway/Newport Highway) and travel for approx. 18 miles until it dead ends at U.S. Highway 70/U.S. Highway 25W and turn right and then take Interstate 40 (I-40) east. Travel approx. 15 miles to exit 447 (Hartford Rd). Turn left and the facility is on the right in a log cabin.
From Knoxville, Tenn., take Interstate 40 (I-40) east to exit 447 (Hartford Rd). Turn left and the facility is on the right in a log cabin.
From Asheville/Maggie Valley, N.C., take Interstate 40 (I-40) west and exit 447 (second Tenn. exit). Exit and turn left. Travel under the overpass. The facility is in a log cabin near the gas station. Photo Courtesy: Rafting in the Smokies
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2614 Thorngrove Pike
Knoxville, Tennessee
865-546-0745 |
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This historic home, built in 1797 by Thomas Hope for Francis Alexander Ramsey and his sons, is set on 100-acres of rolling Tennessee hillside in the foothills of the Smoky Mountains. The house is a Georgian-style design and is significant for its original interior and exterior architectural features. The exterior is made from local pink marble and blue limestone and the interior contains elaborate wood detailing, as well as early furnishings and decorative arts. The house was unusual...
Hours & Admission
Tuesday to Saturday 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., Sunday 12:00 noon to 4:00 p.m. Admission. Directions
From downtown, take Magnolia Ave. east. It becomes Asheville Highway. Cross the Holston River and at Highway 168 (Governor John Sevier Highway), turn right and travel four miles. At Thorngrove Pike, turn left and travel two-tenths of a mile. The entrance is on the left.
From Interstate 40 (I-40) east and Interstate 75 (I-75), travel through Knoxville, take exit 394 (U.S. Highway 70/U.S. Highway 25W/U.S. Highway 11/Asheville Highway). At the end of the ramp, turn left. Cross the Holston River and at Highway 168 (Governor John Sevier Highway), turn right and travel four miles. At Thorngrove Pike, turn left and travel two-tenths of a mile. The entrance is on the left.
From Interstate 40 (I-40) west and Interstate 81 (I-81) south, take exit 398 (Strawberry Plains) and turn left on Strawberry Plains Pike. Travel approx. four miles and at Highway 168 (Governor John Sevier Highway), turn left and travel approx. one mile. At Thorngrove Pike, turn left and travel two-tenths of a mile. The entrance is on the left.
This historic home, built in 1797 by Thomas Hope for Francis Alexander Ramsey and his sons, is set on 100-acres of rolling Tennessee hillside in the foothills of the Smoky Mountains. The house is a Georgian-style design and is significant for its original interior and exterior architectural features. The exterior is made from local pink marble and blue limestone and the interior contains elaborate wood detailing, as well as early furnishings and decorative arts. The house was unusual for a home built on the new frontier. The plantation also maintains vegetable and flower gardens on the property that feature heirloom and native plants. Several different varieties of beans, corn, peas, and gourds are grown, and the plantation uses these vegetables to harvest their seeds. All of the plants grown on the plantation are from Tennessee or other Southern gardeners. The flower gardens bloom in late March while the vegetable gardens peak in late July and early August. Hours & Admission
Tuesday to Saturday 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., Sunday 12:00 noon to 4:00 p.m. Admission. Directions
From downtown, take Magnolia Ave. east. It becomes Asheville Highway. Cross the Holston River and at Highway 168 (Governor John Sevier Highway), turn right and travel four miles. At Thorngrove Pike, turn left and travel two-tenths of a mile. The entrance is on the left.
From Interstate 40 (I-40) east and Interstate 75 (I-75), travel through Knoxville, take exit 394 (U.S. Highway 70/U.S. Highway 25W/U.S. Highway 11/Asheville Highway). At the end of the ramp, turn left. Cross the Holston River and at Highway 168 (Governor John Sevier Highway), turn right and travel four miles. At Thorngrove Pike, turn left and travel two-tenths of a mile. The entrance is on the left.
From Interstate 40 (I-40) west and Interstate 81 (I-81) south, take exit 398 (Strawberry Plains) and turn left on Strawberry Plains Pike. Travel approx. four miles and at Highway 168 (Governor John Sevier Highway), turn left and travel approx. one mile. At Thorngrove Pike, turn left and travel two-tenths of a mile. The entrance is on the left. |
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900 Neyland Drive
Knoxville, Tennessee
865-524-9411 |
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The Three Rivers Rambler is a 90-minute, 11-mile train ride that highlights East Tennessee's unique history and beauty. Guests aboard the train, pulled by a fully restored 1925 steam locomotion, enjoy a trip along the Tennessee River beginning in downtown Knoxville and traveling past historical sites such as the Three Rivers Trestle, where the French Broad and Holston River join to form the Tennessee River. The Three Rivers Rambler train ride is in the process of a two-to-three year...
Hours & Admission
May to November, Saturday and Sunday 2:00 p.m. and 5:00 p.m., except University of Tennessee home football game dates when Railgate is held. Extended hours and days for themed events, such as Easter, fall foliage, and the Pumpkin and Christmas Express. Admission. Directions
From Interstate 40 (I-40) east, take exit 389 (Broadway/Hall of Fame Dr.) and turn left at the stoplight and travel 1.5 miles. At Historic Preservation Dr., turn right and follow signs to Highway 158 (Neyland Dr.) Parking: one mile on the right.
From Interstate 75/275 (I-75/275), take Interstate 40 (I-40) west toward downtown Knoxville and take exit 386B (Neyland Dr.) Turn left at the stoplight and travel two miles. Parking: on the left; walk under Neyland Dr. and downtown to Riverwalk to the train.
From downtown, take the pedestrian bridge over Neyland Dr. on Walnut St. Turn right at Riverwalk and walk to the train. Photo Courtesy: Three Rivers Rambler
The Three Rivers Rambler is a 90-minute, 11-mile train ride that highlights East Tennessee's unique history and beauty. Guests aboard the train, pulled by a fully restored 1925 steam locomotion, enjoy a trip along the Tennessee River beginning in downtown Knoxville and traveling past historical sites such as the Three Rivers Trestle, where the French Broad and Holston River join to form the Tennessee River. The Three Rivers Rambler train ride is in the process of a two-to-three year restoration of the former Southern Railway steam engine, No. 154, previously located in Knoxville's Chilhowee Park. When operational, the engine will be added to the inventory of rolling stock. The steam engine is 118 years old, and will then be one of the oldest steam engines operating in the country. The restoration began in late summer 2008. Hours & Admission
May to November, Saturday and Sunday 2:00 p.m. and 5:00 p.m., except University of Tennessee home football game dates when Railgate is held. Extended hours and days for themed events, such as Easter, fall foliage, and the Pumpkin and Christmas Express. Admission. Directions
From Interstate 40 (I-40) east, take exit 389 (Broadway/Hall of Fame Dr.) and turn left at the stoplight and travel 1.5 miles. At Historic Preservation Dr., turn right and follow signs to Highway 158 (Neyland Dr.) Parking: one mile on the right.
From Interstate 75/275 (I-75/275), take Interstate 40 (I-40) west toward downtown Knoxville and take exit 386B (Neyland Dr.) Turn left at the stoplight and travel two miles. Parking: on the left; walk under Neyland Dr. and downtown to Riverwalk to the train.
From downtown, take the pedestrian bridge over Neyland Dr. on Walnut St. Turn right at Riverwalk and walk to the train. Photo Courtesy: Three Rivers Rambler
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4413 Scenic Drive East
Gatlinburg, Tennessee
423-436-8283 |
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An approved National Park Service Great Smoky Mountains outfitter authorized to operate in the park. Expert guide services in varying specialties take visitors through relative areas of the Great Smoky Mountains National Park. Offering hiking, backpacking, fishing and photography guide services, plus guided tours and a hiker shuttle service. Personnel are...
Hours & Admission
Varies by hike. Admission.
An approved National Park Service Great Smoky Mountains outfitter authorized to operate in the park. Expert guide services in varying specialties take visitors through relative areas of the Great Smoky Mountains National Park. Offering hiking, backpacking, fishing and photography guide services, plus guided tours and a hiker shuttle service. Personnel are certified in wilderness first responders, professional-level CPR and non-lethal aversive bear conditioning. Hours & Admission
Varies by hike. Admission. Tours
Popular walks, available throughout the year unless noted otherwise, include:
• A Stroll Back In Time - 2.5-hour walk
• Spring Wildflower Talk - three-hour walk (a Stroll Back in Time, plus wildflowers), mid-March to mid-May.
• Top of Old Smoky - 2.5-hour walk to Clingmans Dome on a hidden path. Enjoy 360-degree views, April to November.
• Old Settler Walk - 2.5-hour walk with a focus on history.
• Natural Pools and Waterfalls - 2.5-hour walk with natural beauty as the reward.
• Exploring Nature with Children - a two-hour walk that incorporates games and learning. Recommended for ages 3-12.
• Medicinal Plants of the Smokies - a two-hour or half-day walk with an expert herbalist.
• Turning Back the Clock - the half-day walk is an expanded version of A Stroll Back in Time
• Scenic River Walk - learn about the environment along the southern Appalachian river.
• Inspiration Point Excursion - half-day walk that includes a popular trail.
• Appalachian Bald Trek - a half-day walk that departs from the Clingman’s Dome area, May to October.
• Salamander Foray - a half-day walk focuses on these small creatures of which 30 different species live within the national park.
• Nature’s Cathedral - a full-day walk (seven to eight hours) that showcases the history and environment past and present.
• Woodland Wander - a full-day walk (five to six hours) that highlights the life cycle of plants and their importance to the larger picture; a ghost town is featured.
• Quiet Waterfall Stroll - a full-day walk (five to six hours) that takes in history, homestead and herbs.
• Mountain Wonderland Walk - a full-day walk (six hours) spotlighting mountains and streams, along a popular scenic park trail.
• Appalachian Trail Walk - a full-day difficult walk (seven to eight hours) that takes in high elevations and great views; learn about plant life.
• Birding with Carey Jones - a half-day or full-day, birding basics outing that includes the identification of various species through site and sound.
• Introduction to the Smokies - a one-hour walk on a paved trail with history and highlights of the park.
• Cove Forest Outing - a one-hour walk that spotlights forestry.
• Naturalists Amble - a one-hour walk that highlights wildflowers and plant life.
• Pooch and pal Trek - a one-hour walk that welcomes pets.
Popular hikes include:
• Mount LeConte - an 11- to 12-hour, 10-mile hike into LeConte Lodge and return.
• Mount LeConte - a 12-hour, 13- to 14-mile hike up and down two faces of the mountain.
• Mount Panorama - a 10-hour, 11.5-mile hike into a remote part of the park that offers a spectacular 360-degree view.
• Old Growth Waterfall Hike - an eight-hour, eight-mile hike to a beautiful waterfall.
• Old Scenic Homestead Hike - a 12-hour, 17-mile hike to a mountain homestead; includes off-trail exploring.
• Off the Beaten Path - a six-hour, six-mile hike that takes in areas often unseen.
• Exploring the Appalachian Trail - a nine-hour, nine-mile hike that includes the highest peak in the Smokies.
• Court House Rock Adventure - a four-hour, four-mile hike that takes in an old home site.
Backpacking adventures include:
•Backpacking 101 - two days/one night on the trail; April to November, select Saturdays and Sundays.
• Women’s Mid-Life Renewal Getaway - three days/two nights on the trail; April to September, select Fridays to Sundays.
• Great Smoky Mountains Backpack - Appalachian Trail - four days/three nights of rigorous hiking on the trail; June, July, September and October, select Thursdays to Sundays. Location
Walks and hikes meet at spots convenient to the program NOT at the office.
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623 Glades Road
Gatlinburg, Tennessee
865-430-7828 |
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Robert Alewine’s love of pottery continues to this day. Find handcrafted works including classic southern Appalachian Mountains designs. See dishes, pots, cups, vessels and lamps, among others. Hours & Admission
Daily 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Free. Directions
From Knoxville, take Interstate 40 (I-40) east and then take exit 407 (Great Smoky Mountains Parkway) and travel south on State Highway 66 through Sevierville, which becomes U.S. Highway 441/State Highway 71 and in Pigeon Forge also State Highway 73. In Gatlinburg, turn left on U.S. Highway 321/ State Highway 73 (East Parkway) at stoplight #3. Travel approx. three miles and at Glades Rd. (stoplight #3A), turn left and travel 1.4 miles. The facility is on the left.
From Asheville, take Interstate 40 (I-40) west and then take exit 443 (Foothills National Parkway). Travel until it dead-ends at U.S. Highway 321, turn left and travel approx. 17 miles. At Glades Rd. (stoplight #3A), turn right and travel 1.4 miles. The facility is on the left. |
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Amazing Mirror Maze
919 Parkway
Gatlinburg, Tennessee
865-436-4415 |
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Perfect entertainment for the whole family. Featuring the city’s largest mirror maze, along with a 15-minute sound and light show. Hours & Admission
Daily 10:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m. Admission.
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300 South Tulane Avenue
Oak Ridge, Tennessee
865-576-3200 |
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The site of the now famous Manhattan Project and home of one of America's National Laboratories, the AMSE is a center for exploration dedicated to personalizing science and technology. Exhibits include a civil defense station, science and technology station and interaction with real robots. Hours & Admission
Monday to Saturday 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., Sunday 1:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. Closed major holidays. Admission. Directions
From Interstate 75 (I-75) south, take exit 122 (Highway 122/Norris). At the end of the ramp, turn right. Highway 61 becomes Highway 95 (Oak Ridge Turnpike). Travel on Highway 95 to stoplight No. 10 and turn left on Tulane Ave. The facility is three blocks on the right.
From Interstate 75 (I-75) north, take exit 81 (Lenoir City/Oak Ridge). Turn left on Highway 321 south, which becomes Highway 95 after Interstate 40 (I-40). Travel seven miles on Highway 95. At Highway 58, bear right into Oak Ridge on Oak Ridge Turnpike. Travel to stoplight No. 10 and turn right on Tulane Ave. The facility is three blocks on the right.
From Interstate 40 (I-40) east, take exit 356 (Highway 58/Gallaher Rd.). Turn left on Highway 58 to Highway 95 (Oak Ridge Turnpike). Travel on Highway 95 to stoplight No. 10 and turn right on Tulane Ave. The facility is three blocks on the right. From Interstate 40 (I-40) west, take exit 376A (Highway 162/Pellissippi Parkway). Travel on Highway 162 for approx. eight miles. It becomes Highway 62. Travel 1.5 miles more and after crossing the Solway Bridge, stay to the left and continue to Oak Ridge. Travel to the third stoplight and turn right on Tulane Ave. The facility is on the left.
From Interstate 81 (I-81) south, which merges with Interstate 40 (I-40) west and follow directions above. |
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2728 Kingston Pike
Knoxville, Tennessee
865-637-3163 |
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Built in 1834 by Drury Paine Armstrong, this historic property was once the centerpiece of a 600-acre working farm and named Crescent Bend for its prominent setting with a panoramic view of the Tennessee River and mountains. A stately house with beautiful grounds, the home is furnished with the Buck Toms Collections of 18th century American and English furniture, decorative arts and an outstanding collection of English silver....
Hours & Admission
Tuesday to Saturday 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., Sunday 1:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. May close for special events; call ahead. Admission. Directions
From Interstate 40 (I-40) east or west, take exit 386B (U.S. Highway 129/Alcoa Highway/Airport) south toward Great Smoky Mountains National Park. Take the U.S. Highway 70/U.S. Highway (11 Kingston Pike) exit and turn right. Travel to the facility.
Built in 1834 by Drury Paine Armstrong, this historic property was once the centerpiece of a 600-acre working farm and named Crescent Bend for its prominent setting with a panoramic view of the Tennessee River and mountains. A stately house with beautiful grounds, the home is furnished with the Buck Toms Collections of 18th century American and English furniture, decorative arts and an outstanding collection of English silver. The W.P. Toms Memorial Gardens*, sometimes referred to as the Gardens at Crescent Bend are also located here. (*see separate listing) Hours & Admission
Tuesday to Saturday 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., Sunday 1:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. May close for special events; call ahead. Admission. Directions
From Interstate 40 (I-40) east or west, take exit 386B (U.S. Highway 129/Alcoa Highway/Airport) south toward Great Smoky Mountains National Park. Take the U.S. Highway 70/U.S. Highway (11 Kingston Pike) exit and turn right. Travel to the facility. |
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576 Parkway
Gatlinburg, Tennessee
865-436-4606 |
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Arrowcraft Shop is one of a handful of craft centers operated by the Southern Highland Craft Guild. The oldest shop in Gatlinburg, it began in 1926 by selling craft items to help supplement the income of mountain families. The shop and Gatlinburg-based Arrowmont School of Arts and Crafts were among the original organizations to form the guild. Today, member craftsmen from a nine-state region sell handcrafted works in...
Hours & Admission
November to April, daily 10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m., May to October, Monday to Saturday 10:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m., Sunday 10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. Admission.
Arrowcraft Shop is one of a handful of craft centers operated by the Southern Highland Craft Guild. The oldest shop in Gatlinburg, it began in 1926 by selling craft items to help supplement the income of mountain families. The shop and Gatlinburg-based Arrowmont School of Arts and Crafts were among the original organizations to form the guild. Today, member craftsmen from a nine-state region sell handcrafted works in the contemporary and traditional southern Appalachian Mountains styles. Find hand woven items, glass objects, baskets, jewelry, toys, woodcarvings and pottery. Craft demonstrations are scheduled and have included wood carvers and weavers. Other shops are at Asheville at the Folk Art Center and near Boone at the Moses Cone Manor, both on the Blue Ridge Parkway*; Guild Crafts in Asheville and Cumberland Crafts in Middleboro, Kentucky. (*see separate listing). Hours & Admission
November to April, daily 10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m., May to October, Monday to Saturday 10:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m., Sunday 10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. Admission. Location
On U.S. Highway 441/State Highway 71 (Parkway), just before Greystone Rd. and River Rd. Southbound traffic: just before stoplight #5 on the left (east) side of the street; on the Gatlinburg Trolley System route*. (*see separate listing)
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