Knoxville, TN is a vibrant, growing city in East Tennessee that is full of fun things to do around town. But when you’re in the mood to explore further afield, consider these weekend getaways, all of which are within easy driving distance of Knoxville.
3 Fun Weekend Getaways near Knoxville, TN
Pigeon Forge, TN
Knoxville locals and tourists alike love visiting exciting, fun-packed Pigeon Forge for shopping, shows, and more. The Dept. of Tourism visitor’s center at 1950 Parkway is a great place for information, maps, and discounted tickets. Stop by an outlet mall to shop ’til you drop, and follow that with a delicious meal at one of Pigeon Forge’s many delicious pancake restaurants.
While in Pigeon Forge, don’t miss our most famous attraction, Dollywood! Dolly Parton’s very own theme park offers thrilling rides, country cooking, and show-stopping entertainment for all ages. Add on a stop at Dolly’s water park, Dollywood’s Splash Country, and you have a weekend of fun for the entire family.
Gatlinburg, TN
Just beyond Pigeon Forge is the famous Gatlinburg, TN. Gatlinburg’s visitor’s center at 520 Parkway has all the information you need for an action-packed weekend. A main street full of exciting attractions like Ripley’s Aquarium of the Smokies, yummy sweet shops with handmade fudge and candies, and quirky shops will keep your family entertained for hours on end.
Be sure to take a sky tram to Ober Gatlinburg, where you can ski in the winter and ice skate year-round, or a chondola–a hybrid chair lift and gondola–to Anakeesta Mountaintop Adventure Park to experience a thrilling zipline or breathtaking treetop skywalk. It’ll be a weekend of adventure and surprises!
Great Smoky Mountains National Park
Prepare to be wonderstruck when you come to the Great Smoky Mountains, America’s most-visited National Park. Be sure to stop at the Sugarlands Visitor’s Center at 1420 Fighting Creek Gap Road for a map and expert trail advice from one of the Smokies’ park rangers. Check out one of their educational programs, and stop by the gift shop for a souvenir of your visit.
With over 800 square miles spanning two states, you’ll spend a weekend immersed in some of the most glorious nature you’ve ever seen. Drive your spacious and rugged Toyota Highlander through the mountains, or stop and hike one of the 150 trails, including several that encompass part of the famed Appalachian Trail.
We hope you enjoy your weekend getaway at one of these incredible places near Knoxville. Before you head out of town, come to Rick McGill’s Airport Toyota to test drive one of our quality new or preowned vehicles. Our #1 priority is your satisfaction!
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