Things To Do
Buffalo Mountain Park Trailhead
Scenic hiking trails with stunning overlooks, ideal for a morning hike or catching the sunset. Alex has spent plenty of time exploring these trails and highly recommends them. Plus, there are plenty of different trails, depending on your desired activity level.
Tweetsie Trail
A flat, paved 9.6 mile trail perfect for walking, running, or biking. Stop by Pedals on Rails or Local Motion Cyclery to rent manual or electric bikes.
Blue Hole
A short, easy-to-access trail (best when it hasn’t rained), located about 45 minutes away. A family favorite and worth a swim if it’s not too cold.
Jonesborough
Tennessee’s oldest town with charming streets, shops, and historic sites, located just 15 minutes away from Johnson City.
Boone
A charming Blue Ridge mountain town known for scenic hikes, cozy cafés, and easy access to outdoor adventures year-round, located just one hour away.
Yee-Haw Brewing Company
Johnson City is known for its breweries, so it's worth a visit, or maybe three. A lively brewery with a large outdoor space, games, and local beers.
Johnson City Brewing Company
Smaller, laid-back vibe with a great selection of craft brews.
Black Chapel Brewing Co.
A laid-back brewery with a big outdoor space, great craft beer, and casual bites. Perfect for a relaxed hangout, pre-wedding drinks, or catching live music with friends and family.
White Duck Taco Shop
Creative, globally inspired tacos (a fan favorite). Can confirm these are in fact delicious
The Firehouse
BBQ. Need I say more?
Cafe Lola Bistro
Great for brunch, coffee, or a casual bite if you're feeling clean or hungover. The spinach and artichoke panini as well as the waldorf astoria salad are fan favorites!
Johnson City Farmers' Market
A Saturday morning market from 8am-1pm featuring fresh local produce, baked goods, and artisan vendors in the heart of downtown Johnson City.
Open Doors Coffeehouse
Relaxed spot perfect for a slow morning.
Dos Gatos Coffee Bar
Sorry to disappoint (or excite), but you won't find any cats here. You will find great coffee though