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More and more travelers are looking for ways to see new places while still respecting the land and traditions of places they travel. We've made it easier for you by compiling this directory of places to stay, eat and have fun while still helping us preserve the best of Tennessee.
The businesses, events and attractions listed here all are working to take better care of the natural resources, the history, and the culture that make Tennessee such a great place to live or to visit.
R&R Kuntry Pumpkin Center
Home made goodies, dried gourds, fall decorations, flowers, home grown veggies, crafts, pottery, hot boiled peanuts and much more. ...more
Region: Upper Cumberland
City: Crossville, TN
Phone: 931-484-5419
Richmont Inn Bed & Breakfast
Savor the Great Smoky Mountains ensconced in the most beautiful setting imaginable. Charming, elegant Richmont Inn, private and surrounded by forest, offers a relaxing, intimate "away-from-it-all" ambiance, ten minutes from the entrance to the Great Smoky Mountains National Park. ...more
Region: Smoky Mountains
City: Townsend, TN
Phone: (865) 448-6751
Rightway Health Foods
Rightway Natural Foods is a wonderful place for all your health needs - vitamins, organic foods, soaps, and lotions. The staff is very knowledgeable and willing to help you with your needs. ...more
Region: Chattanooga & Southeast
City: Cleveland, TN
Phone: 423-745-9511
River Oaks
River Oaks is a modern French-American bistro where the traditions of French cuisine meet the flavors of the American market with a menu reflecting the changing seasons and a focus on the simplicity of fine ingredients. We are an locally owned and operated restaurant with an award-winning chef serving freshly prepared regional, world-class food in a relaxed environment. ...more
Region: Memphis & Surrounding Areas
City: Memphis, TN
Phone: 901-683-9305
Rossini Festival
This opera festival and downtown street fair bring a taste of Europe to East Tennessee and celebrates the color, fun and excitement of Italian culture. World-class opera performances, art exhibitions, wine tastings, street vendors, regional artisans and performers in many genres all are part of the reason it was voted Knoxville's best festival. ...more
Region: Knoxville & Middle East
City: Knoxville, TN
Phone: 865-524-0795
Rouxbarb
Chef of the Year Bruce Bogartz is the master of Southern cuisine with an innovative twist. Since his days as an executive chef for Warner Bros. ...more
Region: Knoxville & Middle East
City: Knoxville, TN
Phone: 865-212-0024
Seven Sisters Honey Acres
Variety of local mountain honey, bee products, creative arts, handcrafted gifts, gourmet coffees, cheeses and jams. ...more
Region: Knoxville & Middle East
City: Coker Creek, TN
Phone: 423-261-2777
Shenanigans
Good Sewanee mixing destination for local residents, students and faculty of the University of the South, visitors and passersby. A variety of homemade offerings, from light dining to reasonably priced dinners; their patty melts are legendary. ...more
Region: Nashville & Surrounding Areas
City: Sewanee, TN
Phone: 931-598-5774
Smith County Fruit and Vegetable Association Farmer's Market
A farmers market with locally grown fruits and vegetables. ...more
Region: Upper Cumberland
City: Carthage, TN
Phone: 615-735-9193
Smoky Mountain Harvest Festival
Enjoy the sites, sounds and smells of a Smoky Mountain Harvest, the last weekend of September. Leaf looking, special events, shows, shopping and attractions make this a great time of year to visit Sevierville. ...more
Region: Smoky Mountains
City: Sevierville, TN
Phone: 888-SEVIERVILLE
Smoky Mountain Winery
They have been producing premium wines for over twenty years. Visit them in beautiful Gatlinburg for a ?grape? taste. ...more
Region: Smoky Mountains
City: Gatlinburg, TN
Phone: 865-436-7551
Smoky's Steak & BBQ
Where steak happens in East Tennessee, Smoky's is a must for BBQ lovers, too. Sit by the fire in this former general store, built in 1826, or enjoy front porch dining right on Main Street in historic downtown Dandridge, just off Douglas Lake. ...more
Region: Knoxville & Middle East
City: Dandridge, TN
Phone: 865-397-2272
Southern Belle Riverboat
Welcome to the Pride of The South and one of the Best Chattanooga Attractions - The Southern Belle Riverboat! Take a great Chattanooga Cruise along The Scenic Tennessee River while enjoying one of our fabulous Dinner Cruises, Daily Lunch Cruises, Sightseeing Cruises or our Sunday Brunch Cruise. This is a vacation experience you won't want to miss!
The most exciting Chattanooga events are happening at Pier 2 @ The Landing - one of the Best Wedding Sites in Chattanooga, TN. ...more
Region: Chattanooga & Southeast
City: Chattanooga, TN
Phone: 423-266-4488
State Street Farmer
Downtown on the farm, the perfect setting in historic downtown Bristol. The market features an abundance of the freshest local produce, plants, herbs, cut flowers and live entertainment. ...more
Region: Northeast
City: Bristol, TN
Phone: 423-764-1879
Upcoming events
Date: May 17, 2013 - May 19, 2013
Memphis in May - BBQ
Location: Memphis, TN
Date: May 17, 2013 - May 19, 2013
Big Bubba's Make-A-Wish Celebrity Softball Game, Family Night and Softball Tournament 2013
Location: Hendersonville, TN
Date: May 17, 2013 - May 19, 2013
Annual Smoky Mountain Classic Chevy Roundup
Location: Pigeon Forge, TN
See more May events »
Enjoy the outdoorsOld Man River
The French Broad River is the world's third oldest river, joining the Holston River near Knoxville.


