Things To Do
Downtown Knoxville
🧡 Downtown Knoxville is where we met, fell in love, and built our life together — it’s a special place, and we’d love for you to explore it while you’re here! • Stroll through Market Square, home to shops, restaurants, and the Saturday farmers market with local goods and live music. • Walk down Gay Street (where we got engaged!) to catch a show at the Tennessee or Bijou Theatre or browse local art. • Visit World’s Fair Park for a peaceful stroll, then head up into the iconic Sunsphere for a 360° view of the city. • Stop by the (free!) Knoxville Museum of Art • Take a riverside walk to Calhoun’s for some classic Southern BBQ. • Up for a little adventure? Rent a paddleboard or kayak on the Tennessee River. • And don’t forget to snap a photo with the world’s largest Rubik’s Cube in the Convention Center! 📍 For more ideas, check out VisitKnoxville.com
Great Smoky Mountains National Park
Newport, TN is immersed in the beautiful Great Smoky Mountains! Just a short drive away, explore stunning hiking trails, waterfalls, and scenic drives. Perfect for nature lovers and adventure seekers!
Hot Springs Resort And Spa
Newport is close to the state line, so take a short drive to North Carolina and visit the local hot springs!
Dollywood
Who doesn't love Dolly! Jeremy and Whitney LOVE Dollywood and are season passholders! Just a short drive away, you can have a spectacular time for the whole family. Named the No. 1 theme park in the U.S. by TripAdvisor in their 2025 Travelers' Choice Best of the Best Awards for a reason!
Pigeon Forge
Checkout Dollywood, Dolly's Splash Country, The Island at Pigeon Forge, Titanic Museum Attraction, Smoky Mountain Alpine Coaster, and much more!
Gatlinburg
• Visit downtown Gatlinburg to walk around the downtown. • Stroll through this charming European-style village featuring 27 unique boutiques, eateries, and galleries. It's a perfect spot for souvenirs and leisurely shopping. • Have some fun Moonshine Tasting! • Visit Ripley's Believe or Not! • Visit Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies. • Ride the Gatlinburg Space Needle (Soar 407 feet above the city for panoramic views of the Great Smoky Mountains. The glass elevator ride is a thrill, and the observation deck offers breathtaking sights. Don't miss the arcade and magic shows at the base!)
Anakeesta
Whitney & Jeremy are season passholders to Anakeesta! Take a gondola ride to the mountaintop village featuring zip lines, a treetop skywalk, and stunning views. Great for both adventure seekers and those looking to relax amidst nature. Call ahead to ensure no construction closures! They are adding even more exciting things.
Sevierville
Checkout Tanger Outlets, kid-friendly parks, caverns, Douglas Lake, & more!
Knoxville Smokies Baseball
Checkout the Smokies Baseball Stadium in the Old City of Downtown Knoxville. The Smokies will have home games June 2-7, 2026!
University of Tennessee
Tour around campus, which is right next to Downtown Knoxville!
Women's Basketball Hall of Fame
Checkout the World's Largest Basketball measuring at 30-feet tall and weighs 10 tons!
Historic Downtown Newport
Downtown Newport offers a charming introduction to the area for first-time visitors. Explore local shops like Ace Antiques, stroll the Riverwalk along the Pigeon River, and admire historic landmarks such as the Rhea-Mims Hotel (built in 1925 of native stone) and Elm Hill (private property), once the vacation home of Governor Ben Hooper.