Elizabeth & Benjamin
THINGS TO DO AND EAT
Cruze Farm Ice Cream
Soft served-style ice cream along Gay St. in Downtown Knoxville. Made from a local creamery.
East Tennessee Historical Society
Learn about all things East Tennessee; from hillbilly culture, the abolitionist movement, Davy Crockett, and Dolly Parton, you are bound to learn more about what makes this region so unique.
Good Golly Tamale
For a quick bite, grab a tamale and a Mexican coke at Good Golly, Tamale.
Great Smoky Mountains
Get out and experience the lush forests and abundant wildflowers. Streams, rivers and waterfalls appear along hiking routes within this area of the Appalachian Trail. Just a hop, skip, and a jump away!
Ijams Nature Center
If you need to get out of the "hustle and bustle", check out this volunteer-run nature center. Walk/run/stroll along the 315 acre greenway. If you need a break from the heat, paddle board, kayak, or take a dip in the Tennessee river. Check out the website to see events happening this weekend!
K Brew
Locally brewed coffee with hammock-style seating, if you so choose. This place competes with some of the Pacific Northwest's best coffee.
Knox Mason
Don't forget to order the fried okra or pork rinds for an appetizing-er!
Market Square Farmers' Market
Come support local street vendors at one of Knoxville's pedestrian only spaces, Market Square. Market is open every Saturday. If you cannot find something at the market, stop by one of the many local restaurants or bars along the sides of Market Square.
Sweet P's Barbeque & Soul House
A spot just 1- mile south of the wedding venue, this bbq joint might just be some of the best in the region. If you're a local, remember that you are welcome to come by boat and park at the complementary dock-station.
The Phoenix Pharmacy and Fountain
Old-style pharmacy and fountain drink/ice cream station located along Gay St. in Downtown Knoxville.
The Plaid Apron
A great farm-to-table restaurant that is our favorite Saturday brunch and dinner spot.
Crafty Bastard Brewery
Delicious beers with indoor and outdoor patio seating and usually a food truck to boot!
Central Filling Station
Food trucks with a flavor for everyone, a flower truck, and tasty drinks all in an urban park. We recommend the taco truck!
Bida Saigon Vietnamese
Yummy pho and vermicelli!
Stock and Barrel
Great burgers right downtown in Market Square! Try pimento cheese and fried green tomatoes on top if you're feeling southern.