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I Dream of Tennesseeš List of things to do when I finally make the big move.
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items Moving to Tennessee in the next few years. An ever growing list with lots to do and see. Let me know what places I should visit!
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I'd love to call this mountain town home someday. Between the Smoky Mountain scenery, local shops, restaurants, and endless things to explore, Gatlinburg has so much of what I'm looking for.
Gatlinburg
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One of my favorite places, and somewhere I'd love to live near. The misty mountains, old forests, waterfalls, wildlife, and hiking trails never get old.
Great Smoky Mountains
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I mean come on? goats, a mountain coaster, and mini golf? What more could you want?
Goats on the Roof of the Smoky Mountains
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I'd love to spend a summer day tubing down the river, enjoying the mountain scenery and cooling off in the water. This looks like a wonderful family adventure.
Smoky Mountain River Rat
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Lumberjack competitions, impressive stunts, and a little friendly rivalry. This looks like a fun family show, and I'd love to watch the competitors in action. The food looks incredible.
Paula Deen's Lumberjack Feud
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The kids are obsessed with Jeeps, so this is definitely on our list. I'd love to take an off-road tour through the Smokies and enjoy the mountain scenery together.
Smoky Mountains Pink Jeep Tours
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I've always loved aquariums, and this one looks incredible. I'd love to explore the freshwater and ocean exhibits and see everything from river otters to sharks.
Tennessee Aquarium
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I'd love to hike through the beautiful forest and see the waterfalls, especially the enormous main falls. The rocky gorge and surrounding scenery look incredible.
Burgess Falls State Park
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Beautiful forests, deep gorges, and some of Tennessee's most impressive waterfalls. I'd love to spend a day hiking and exploring the park.
Fall Creek Falls State Park
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All I needed to hear is steak house. A good steakhouse in the Smoky Mountains sounds like a perfect dinner stop. I'd love to try their steaks and enjoy a nice meal after a day of exploring.
Alamo Steakhouse
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An enormous underground cave system filled with incredible rock formations, towering chambers, and an underground waterfall.
Tuckaleechee Caverns Townsend TN
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My daughter and I are bird nerds. So this place is a dream for us.
Parrot Mountain and Gardens
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I've heard wonderful things about this Italian restaurant and would love to try it. A cozy dinner and some good Italian food sounds like a great way to end a day in the Smokies.
Ristorante DellaSantina
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I've always loved aviation museums, and this one looks especially interesting. I'd love to see the historic aircrafts up close.
Tennessee Museum of Aviation
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I mean with a name like that, I have to. The colors lights are a Fun touch too. Very magical.
Forbidden Caverns
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I love the water, I love lakes, I love this area. This is very high on an area I'd like to move to.
Fun Things to Do On Douglas Lake
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Maybe I shouldn't be making another restaurant part of my Tennessee bucket list, but love to stop in for a Bacon N' Cheddar Pancake Flip. Don't make lists when you're hungry. š
Perkins Restaurant & Bakery
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The kids have always loved zoos, and so have I. I'd love to spend a day seeing the animals and exploring the exhibits. I'm curious about this zoo's conservation work?
Zoo Knoxville
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I actually have no idea what's going on here but I'm fascinated by it. A strange, handmade castle tucked away in Tennessee? Absolutely. I'd love to see this unusual structure in person and explore the story behind its construction.
Fortress of Faith (Greenback Castle)
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An underground lake big enough for a boat ride! I'd love to explore the cave.
The Lost Sea
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A towering underground waterfall hidden inside Lookout Mountain. The lights make it extra magical.
Discover - Ruby Falls on Lookout Mountain
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I'd love to explore the mountain trails, beautiful forests, and rhododendron gardens. The surrounding Appalachian scenery looks incredible, especially when everything is blooming.
Roan Mountain State Park
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I'd love to explore the waterfalls, rocky gorges, and beautiful river scenery. The dramatic limestone formations make this park especially interesting.
Rock Island State Park
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A beautiful waterfall plunging into a rocky natural amphitheater. I'd love to see the falls and explore the surrounding forest and sandstone formations.
Ozone Falls State Natural Area
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Enormous natural stone arches, rugged river gorges, historic homesteads, and miles of forest trails. I'd love to explore this beautiful and unusual part of Tennessee.
Big South Fork National River & Recreation Area (KY/TN)
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A beautifully preserved Victorian village with historic buildings, an old library, and fascinating history.
Historic Rugby
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A fascinating cave with ancient Indigenous history, prehistoric artwork, and beautiful surrounding trails.
Dunbar Cave State Park
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An active fossil excavation site where ancient animals have been discovered.
Gray Fossil Site