Top Things to Do in Townsend
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Historical Toursfromper adult (price varies by group size)$250- fromper adult$167
- fromper adult$20
Hiking Toursfromper group (up to 15)$491- fromper adult$109
Eco Toursfromper adult$142
Historical Toursfromper group (up to 6)$399
Historical Toursfromper adult (price varies by group size)$142- fromper adult$160
Historical Toursfromper adult$65
Caverns & Caves
Subterranean landscape featuring impressive rock formations, spacious rooms, and natural underground waterfalls. Guided tours blend humor with history through well-lit pathways.
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Visitor Centres
Visitor centre featuring a rotating artist in residence, unique local artworks, and a selection of memoir books. Includes a picnic-friendly outdoor area and maps for regional exploration.
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Distilleries
Premium spirit distillery in a serene Smoky Mountain locale with indoor/outdoor seating, featuring tastings of non-sweet flavored liquors, exclusive bottles, and a select food menu.
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- Joanne MHoney Brook2 contributionsGreat and informative tour!! A lot of steps but worth it!! The tour guide was very knowledgeable about the caverns. A lot of fun well worth the admission price!Written 7 September 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Linda C2 contributionsNever disappointed. The staff at both locations are exceptional, always have been. You know what you’re getting always. It’s the only tubing place I’d ever use!!Written 3 September 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- LightPacker758172Townsend, TN2 contributionsUnfortunately Donnie and Angie sold Next to Heaven and it never reopened with the new owner, but it is gone but not forgotten! We love those two!Written 31 January 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- spauffTelford, TN80 contributionsIt was nice it has parking in the back but the best thing is that around back there is a place you can sit and relax and just sit and look at the mountainsWritten 29 July 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Ellyn ROxford, AL24 contributionsWe walked over this cool bridge after eating at The Abbey restaurant. It was short and sweet. Pretty view of the river. I recommend it as an after dinner exploration.Written 18 June 2023This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- spauffTelford, TN80 contributionsThis was a great place to take young kids they will live the little train that the owners do by remote when they see kids looking at it and the museum was nice also. It is free but you are allowed to leave a donation if you choose. Would go again.Written 29 July 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Tiffany M2 contributionsI come to Cades Cove Cellars several times a year. My favorite winery. I love the Rustic Cabin Red. The staff always makes me feel welcome and the shop is just wonderful.Written 22 January 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Angie KTexas105 contributionsA must for any day lily lover! The garden is so pretty and the barn is interesting as well. Even the short drive to get there is pretty! But the wonderful thing is you can walk a whole hillside/field of lilies and they will dig them up for you to purchase fresh from the field! They will even mail them home for you if you prefer!!Written 1 July 2022This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Gail WGeorgetown, TX175 contributionsExceptional! We stopped by based on a recommendation and ended up staying for an evening. My husband loved the bourbon but I’m a fun drinker and they make their own gin. I had a gin dirty martini and a gin and tonic with a slice of orange. So impressed!! Highly recommend.Written 18 August 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- waynlricTennessee51 contributionsCaptain Dave is an amazing artist. He built us a fireplace mantle and cut a tree in half to cover up to beams. “Totally Beautiful”Written 18 February 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Mark & DawnPrattville, AL106 contributionsMust do for all nature and bear enthusiasts. We follow ABR on FB and was so excited to go to the visitor center to purchase items at their visitors center and learn more about these creatures. Love what they do for the bears.Written 27 October 2019This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Tammy CDenham Springs, LA25 contributionsWe have been to Cades cove many times and never knew there was a waterfall here. The trail was a little more difficult than we had intended, as moat of it is straight uphill, bit it's only 1/4 of a mile or so to the waterfall.Written 6 July 2022This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
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