Choose Your Fall Adventure in Tennessee

Start a downtown Springfield outing with a warm drink at Historic Perk. Settle in with your coffee before browsing nearby shops and boutiques. A pumpkin spice latte is an easy addition to your list of autumn activities; confirm the seasonal menu before making a special trip.

• Seasonal highlights: Seasonal coffee offerings like the maple-forward Canadian latte or harvest cold brew with pumpkin spices, cinnamon, and turmeric takes the traditional fall menu and elevates it.  
• Hours: Monday and Wednesday, 7 a.m.-6 p.m.; Tuesday, Thursday and Friday, 7 a.m.-2 p.m.; Saturday, 8 a.m.-3 p.m.; closed Sunday.
• Pricing: Food and drinks priced individually and varies based on ingredients. Typical beverage prices are in the $3-$8 range and food within the $2 to $10 range.
• Parking: Downtown street parking.
• Age suitability: Suggested for families, couples and coffee lovers.
• Address: 704 S. Main St., Springfield, TN 37172
• Nearby stays: Explore Tennessee accommodations in or near Springfield.

Pair a downtown Bristol stroll with a bagel and a latte at Bristol Bagel & Bakery. Choose a schmear or make it a meal with a breakfast or lunch sandwich. 

• Seasonal highlights: Make sure to ask about delicious seasonal items like pumpkin cookies, cupcakes, bagels and, of course, fall spice beverages.
• Hours: Monday - Friday, 7:30 a.m. - 3 p.m.; Saturday & Sunday, 8 a.m. - 3 p.m.
• Pricing and admission: Beverage prices vary from $2.50 - $5.50 and food ranges from $2.50 - $13.
• Parking: Downtown street parking and public lots.
• Age suitability: Suggested for families and casual breakfast or lunch outings.
• Address: 634 State St., Bristol, TN 37620.
• Nearby stays: Explore Tennessee accommodations in or near Bristol.

Make The Apple Barn near Pigeon Forge a stop for cider and apple treats, keeping in mind that the property is technically in Sevierville. Visit the Cider Bar at this apple cider mill, then browse the General Store, Candy Factory and Christmas Shop. Add ice cream at The Creamery or a meal at the Applewood Farmhouse Restaurant & Grill to round out your visit.

• Seasonal highlights: The Apple Festival runs Oct. 2-4 and Oct. 9-11, 2026.
• Hours: Shop, restaurant, winery and festival hours vary.
• Pricing and admission: 2026 Apple Festival admission is free; food, drinks and shopping cost extra.
• Parking: Free parking onsite.
• Accessibility: Handicap parking available. Buildings are wheelchair accessible.
• Age suitability: Suggested for all ages; alcoholic beverages are for adults 21 and older.
• Address: 230 Apple Valley Road, Sevierville, TN 37862
• Nearby stays: Explore Tennessee accommodations in or near Sevierville and Pigeon Forge.

Take a country drive to Oren Wooden’s Applehouse for apples and a stop at the pie shop. Check out freshly prepared apple desserts and seasonal cider drinks as a treat to take home. 

• Seasonal highlights: Fall produce and pie-shop offerings include apple dumplings, fried pies, fresh apple cake and cider donuts.
• Hours: Pie shop and produce open Monday-Saturday, 8 a.m.-7 p.m.; Sunday, 1-6 p.m. Café will not be open for the season.
• Shopping & Booking: Cash or check payment only. Onsite ATM available. Call 423-447-6376 ahead for large parties.
• Parking: Onsite parking available.
• Age suitability: Suggested for families and travelers interested in local food and fresh produce.
• Address: 6351 New Harmony Road, Pikeville, TN 37367
• Nearby stays: Explore Tennessee accommodations in or near Pikeville.

Walden Pumpkin Farm brings together fall activities for families, including hayrides, a corn maze and an animal barn. Choose a pumpkin from the farm’s already-harvested selection, browse the country store and stop for seasonal treats. Activity wristbands are separate from shopping, so you can tailor the visit to your group.

• Seasonal highlights: Sept. 26-Oct. 31, 2026, Thursday-Sunday.
• Hours: Thursday-Friday, 2-6 p.m.; Saturday, 9 a.m.-6 p.m.; Sunday, noon-6 p.m.
• Pricing and admission: Activity wristbands: $12 for ages 4-64. Shopping for a pumpkin does not require a wristband. 
• Parking: Free parking.
• Accessibility: The farm has wheelchair and stroller access on grass and gravel paths, however may not be suitable for certain mobility devices. 
• Age suitability: Family-oriented activities; supervise children around farm equipment and animals.
• Address: 8653 Rocky Fork Road, Smyrna, TN 37167
• Nearby stays: Explore Tennessee accommodations in or near Smyrna and Murfreesboro.

Pick a pumpkin from the vine, explore a corn maze and take a tractor-drawn wagon ride at Falcon Ridge Farm. The farm’s fun fall activities also include meeting animals and seasonal attractions, with pony rides and a corn cannon available for an extra charge on weekends.

• Seasonal highlights: Sept. 26-Oct. 31, 2026, Friday-Sunday.
• Hours: Friday, 9 a.m.-6 p.m.; Saturday, 10 a.m.-6 p.m.; Sunday, noon-6 p.m.
• Pricing and admission: Ages 3 and older: $12.95 Friday; $14.95 Saturday-Sunday. Pumpkins and optional activities cost extra; ages 3-10 receive a small pumpkin with admission.
• Ticketing and booking: Buy tickets through the Fall Festival page.
• Parking: Onsite parking.
• Age suitability: Family-oriented; pony rides have a 75-pound rider weight limit.
• Address: 22630 Highway 18 N., Toone, TN 38381
• Nearby stays: Explore Tennessee accommodations in or near Bolivar and Toone.

Enjoy a classic autumn orchard visit at Carver’s Apple Orchard, which sits on 70 acres with 40,000 trees and 126 varieties of apples. After shopping for your favorites, head to the restaurant for a complimentary basket of apple fritters, apple butter and a juice glass of apple cider. Then, dig into Southern-style dishes like catfish, chicken pot pie, fried chicken and more. Stop in the store for apple butter, candies and fried apple pies to take home.

• Seasonal highlights: Autumn orchard scenery, market and home cooked meals at Carber’s Applehouse Restaurant.
• Hours: Orchard hours: Daily 8 a.m. - 5 p.m., restaurant hours: Thursday - Sunday, 11 a.m. - 5 p.m.
• Ticketing and booking: Call the restaurant at 423-487-2710 or orchard at 423-487-2419 for current visiting and reservation policies.
• Parking: Onsite parking.
• Age suitability: Great for families and scenic lunch stops.
• Address: 3460 Cosby Highway, Cosby, TN 37722
• Nearby stays: Explore Tennessee accommodations in or near Cosby and Newport.

Add in a quintessential fall fun activity with an orchard visit. Located in Nolensville, Morning Glory Orchard has a market full of apple varieties, apple cider, cider slushes, preserves, baked goods and local honey.

• Seasonal highlights: Fall retail season: Sept. 8-Nov. 7, 2026. Self-guided orchard access closed for field trips Sept. 8 - Oct. 31 and resumes Nov. 3-6. U-pick options not available to protect the trees and crop.
• Hours: Fall store: Tuesday-Saturday, 9 a.m.-5 p.m. November self-guided tours: Tuesday-Friday, 9 a.m.-2 p.m.
• Pricing and admission: Store entry is free; self-guided orchard access, when offered, is $5 per person. Special experiences are priced separately.
• Ticketing and booking: Walk in to shop; use the official visit page to reach event reservations.
• Parking: Onsite parking.
• Age suitability: Great for families interested in learning where their food comes from.
• Address: 7690 Nolensville Road, Nolensville, TN 37135
• Nearby stays: Explore Tennessee accommodations in or near Nolensville and Franklin.

Jonesborough Pumpkin Fest pairs a downtown stroll with pumpkin-flavored treats and fall fest activities, kicking off a number of fall and Halloween-themed events in Tennessee. Take a stroll and pick up delicious pumpkin treats served by small businesses.

• Seasonal highlights: Pumpkin pie eating contest, pet costume competition, face painting, fall-themed family games.
• Date and Hours: Generally held on a Saturday mid-September from 11 a.m.-5 p.m.
• Pricing and admission: Tickets are generally $20 with each attendee receiving a 10-hole punch card with each punch going toward food samples, games and activities.
• Ticketing and booking: Official event and ticket information.
• Parking: Free downtown parking lots.
• Age suitability: Family-oriented food stops and activities.
• Address: 100 E. Main St., Jonesborough, TN.
• Nearby stays: Explore Tennessee accommodations in or near Jonesborough and Johnson City.

Cheekwood Harvest at Cheekwood Estate & Gardens is a multi-week celebration of autumn filled with mums, a community scarecrow trail, Cheekwood Beer Garden with special performances and Pumpkin Village with pumpkin houses. Fall festival activities for adults and kids include a Japanese Moon Viewing, Halloween Pooch Party and El Dia de los Muertos. The 2026 celebration adds a Marigold River and offers evening programming through Harvest NIGHTS. Explore this fall event near Nashville and leave awe-tumn-ly inspired.

• Seasonal highlights: Sept. 19-Nov. 1, 2026.
• Hours: Select a daytime or evening arrival in the ticket calendar; choose to peruse the gardens only, or add the mansion to view the latest art exhibitions.
• Pricing and admission:  Pricing varies by age, event and if you only want to visit the gardens or add a mansion visit.
• Ticketing and booking: Reserve timed-entry tickets in advance.
• Parking: Parking available onsite for a $5 fee. Guests who use rideshare services or bike to the property will receive a ticket discount and waived parking fee. Offsite parking available with free trolley transportation on October weekends.
• Accessibility: 
  • The offsite trolley is not ADA accessible and accepts only foldable strollers. 
  • Much of the property pathways are paved and generally wheelchair and stroller accessible, however due to the historic nature of the property not all areas are ADA accessible. 
  • Shuttles are also available to transport guests upon request. 
  • Manual wheelchairs available on a first-come, first-served basis.
• Age suitability: Family-oriented; choose programming suited to your group.
• Address: 1200 Forrest Park Drive, Nashville, TN 37205. For GPS users, follow to this address. Sometimes the GPS takes drivers to the delivery entrance if searching within the map service.
• Nearby stays: Explore Tennessee accommodations in or near Nashville.

Explore the haunted side of history during the Hermitage Ghost Tours. Embark on a distinctly spooky voyage at Andrew Jackson’s Hermitage as you experience the mansion, grounds and cemetery by lantern light. Along the way, guides in period clothing will explore tragedies that befell the Jackson family, unusual experiences of Andrew Jackson and unexplained incidents at the site. Hear about strange encounters such as the spirits of the Battle of New Orleans and Jackson’s infamous meeting with Tennessee’s Bell Witch. Beware of eerie encounters, possibly even with President Jackson himself.

• Seasonal highlights: Season runs Sept. 17 - Nov. 7, 2026, on Thursdays, Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays.
• Hours: Departures at 6:30 and 8:30 p.m.; allow about 90 minutes.
• Pricing and admission: $60 nonmembers; $55 members.
• Ticketing and booking: Reserve Ghost Tour tickets; each guest needs a ticket. Tours run rain or shine and purchases are nonrefundable.
• Parking: Onsite parking available at no cost.
• Accessibility: Due to the historic nature of the property, some areas may not be ADA accessible. Many paths are paved, however, and wheelchair ramps are available at The Hermitage Mansion. There is no elevator access to the second level.
• Age suitability: Suggested for older children and adults comfortable with ghost stories.
• Address: 4580 Rachel’s Lane, Hermitage, TN 37076.
• Nearby stays: Explore Tennessee accommodations in or near Nashville and Hermitage.

Historic Brushy Mountain State Penitentiary was a prison started in 1896 as a jail and a coal mine for Tennessee. Some of the nation's most dangerous prisoners came to Brushy including James Earl Ray, Paul Dennis Reid and others. Today, the penitentiary is open for self-guided daytime tours, but also paranormal tours where visitors may hear footsteps, disembodied voices and see apparitions. Though the death penalty was never carried out here, some inmates did die of natural causes or by the hands of their fellow inmates. Tour guests have been shoved, growled at, touched and even scratched by invisible forces. Among the best things to do in Tennessee for adults during the fall and Halloween season, overnight and daytime tours at Brushy will provide experiences and spooky fall adventures not soon forgotten.

• Seasonal highlights: 2026 daytime season ends Nov. 29; paranormal tours are available through the end of December. 
• Hours: September-October: Thursday-Sunday, 10:30 a.m.-6:30 p.m.; last tour starts at 5 p.m. November: Saturday-Sunday, last tour at 4 p.m.
• Pricing and admission: Daytime audio-visual tour: $31 plus tax; child ticket $25 plus tax. Paranormal tours can include multiple people and range from $40 to $1,500 depending on the group’s needs.
• Ticketing and booking: Daytime tickets are sold at the gift shop without reservations; paranormal bookings can be made online.
• Parking: Onsite parking is available.
• Age suitability: Suggested for adults and children ages 16-17, with a parent or guardian, who are interested in prison history; content may be disturbing.
• Address: 9182 Highway 116, Petros, TN 37845
• Nearby stays: Explore Tennessee accommodations in or near Petros, Wartburg and Oak Ridge.

Looking for a magical way to see fall colors? Take fall adventure to the next level and stroll the longest tree-based skywalk in North America on the Treetop Skywalk at Anakeesta. There are more than 1,000 feet of hanging bridges suspended 50-60 feet in the air that lead to platforms constructed around trees’ trunks. You may spot a bear or hear a woodpecker below as you’re surrounded by nature in the treetops. It’s the perfect location to snap Instagram-worthy family moments and experience Gatlinburg in the fall.

• Seasonal highlights: Fall treetop views, gardens and mountain scenery.
• Hours: Hours vary by day; use the official operating calendar.
• Pricing and admission: Advance general admission starts at $39.99 ages 12-64, $27.99 ages 4-11 and $34.99 ages 65 and older; ages 3 and younger free. Astra Lumina add-on is $18.99 per person.
• Ticketing and booking: Purchase admission; same-day sales may end early.
• Parking: Paid lots are available near Anakeesta, including the adjacent third-party Parkway Parking lot.
• Accessibility: Firefly Village shops, the dining pavilion, Black Bear Village and scenic viewing platforms are wheelchair accessible. The Treetop Skywalk, Astra Lumina and AnaVista Tower are not wheelchair accessible. Gondola cabins accommodate wheelchairs and strollers; cabin dimensions vary by lift system.
• Age suitability: Families, couples and outdoor travelers; individual ride restrictions apply.
• Address: 576 Parkway, Gatlinburg, TN 37738
• Nearby stays: Explore Tennessee accommodations in or near Gatlinburg.

Visiting Gatlinburg in October? Enjoy a VIP sunrise experience, beginning with boarding the SkyLift at Gatlinburg SkyPark before dawn. On Saturdays, start your day with a Smoky Mountain Sunrise with live music, complimentary breakfast and coffee while watching a spectacular sunrise from the Gatlinburg SkyBridge. With a bird’s-eye view, experience the Great Smoky Mountains and downtown Gatlinburg waking up during the fall season.

• Seasonal highlights: Smoky Mountain views and a separately ticketed sunrise experience.
• Hours: Spring, summer and fall hours: 9 a.m.-9 p.m. daily, weather permitting.
• Pricing and admission: Online adult single visit varies by day in the $35-$40 range; sunrise access is $61. Other ticket types and child rates are separate.
• Ticketing and booking: Reserve SkyPark tickets.
• Parking: Paid public parking is available at 510 River Road, a short walk from the Parkway and SkyLift.
• Accessibility: The SkyLift accommodates guests who can stand to board and exit. Personal wheelchairs remain at the base; loan wheelchairs are available at the top. The SkyDeck and portions of the SkyTrail are wheelchair accessible; the SkyBridge is not.
• Age suitability: Best for travelers comfortable with an open chairlift and heights.
• Address: 765 Parkway, Gatlinburg, TN 37738.
• Nearby stays: Explore Tennessee accommodations in or near Gatlinburg.

Follow the Natchez Trace Parkway through Middle Tennessee for wooded scenery, overlooks and places to stretch your legs. While in the area, stop by the historic town of Franklin, also located off the Parkway. The quaint, historic architecture here creates a beautiful backdrop for seasonal colors. Franklin is also full of autumn festivities and fall decorations.

• Seasonal highlights: Changing leaves vary with weather; the NPS publishes 2026 color reports.
• Hours: Scenic drives and outdoor stops are best enjoyed during daylight; facilities keep separate hours.
• Pricing and admission: No entrance fee for the Parkway or its facilities.
• Ticketing and booking: The Parkway drive requires no admission ticket or reservation.
• Parking: There are a number of free lots and scenic pull-offs available along the Trace.
• Age suitability: Best for all ages; choose walks to match your group.
• Address: A linear driving route rather than one address; use NPS mileposts and official maps to select Tennessee stops. Note cell coverage may be spotty on the Parkway, so plan accordingly by downloading your maps ahead of time.
• Nearby stays: Explore Tennessee accommodations in or near Franklin and communities along your chosen route.

Vacationing in the Smokies? Escape the crowds and plan a drive through fall in the Smoky Mountains in Sevierville along the English Mountain Fall Driving Tour. Along the way, you’ll find interesting attractions, local history and plenty of stop-off points to snap photos of the beautiful scenery. Explore points of interest including the Historic Downtown Sevierville to see the Dolly Parton Statue, the scenic Historic Harrisburg covered bridge, journey underground at Forbidden Caverns and the unique Bush Beans Visitors Center which includes the Bush’s Beans interpretive museum, gift shop, café and more. Browse even more fall foliage routes.

• Seasonal highlights: Self-guided autumn sightseeing; foliage varies by elevation and weather.
• Hours: A self-guided daytime route; each attraction keeps its own schedule.
• Pricing and admission: The self-guided drive has no single admission charge; individual attractions and meals cost extra.
• Ticketing and booking: The official route guide provides directions; individual attraction bookings are separate.
• Parking: Parking is available at or nearby all the stops along the driving tour.
• Age suitability: Best for families and road-trip travelers; tailor stops to your group.
• Address: Suggested start: Dolly Parton Statue, 126 Court Ave., Sevierville, TN.
• Nearby stays: Explore Tennessee accommodations in or near Sevierville.

If you are planning a vacation to Chattanooga, make sure you have time for a hike or two to enjoy the splendor of autumn colors. Trails wind through river gorges, forested ridges and sandstone bluffs that explode in shades or red, orange and gold. For sweeping views, Snooper’s Rock Trail in Prentice Cooper State Forest is famous for its overlook of the Tennessee River Gorge. Reflection Riding Arboretum and Nature Center offers easy, family-friendly paths through meadows and wooded areas. Moderate trails like Edward’s Point and Sunset Rock on Lookout Mountain reward hikers with panoramic views of the city framed by brilliant foliage. For those craving a challenge, the rugged Fiery Gizzard Trail near Monteagle, just an hour away, delivers waterfalls, rocky climbs and forested ridges ablaze with color.

• Seasonal highlights: Fall foliage in the Tennessee River Gorge; forest access changes during managed hunts.
• Hours: Daylight access; unauthorized presence between sunset and sunrise is prohibited.
• Pricing and admission: Snooper’s Rock has no standard attraction admission ticket.
• Ticketing and booking: Hiking is self-guided; the state forest page lists road closures and visitor notices.
• Parking: Trailhead parking is available at most locations but fills quickly during peak foliage season. Arrive early for Snooper’s Rock and Fiery Gizzard, which have limited spaces, while Reflection Riding and Lookout Mountain trails offer more accessible on-site lots.
• Accessibility: Reflection Riding provides several paved or packed-gravel trails suitable for wheelchairs and strollers. Other trails, including Snooper’s Rock, Edward’s Point, Sunset Rock and Fiery Gizzard, feature uneven terrain and steep sections better suited for experienced hikers.
• Age suitability: Best for hikers able to manage the chosen terrain; supervise children near the overlook.
• Address: Snooper’s Rock, Prentice Cooper State Forest, near Chattanooga, TN; use the official forest map for trailhead navigation.
• Nearby stays: Explore Tennessee accommodations in or near Chattanooga.

Let someone else handle the driving aboard one of the fall foliage train rides in Tennessee. Tennessee Valley Railroad Museum’s Chickamauga Turn leaves Chattanooga for a round trip to Chickamauga, Georgia, combining vintage rail travel with a town stop. Seat and meal packages vary, and the route crosses the state line.

• Seasonal highlights: Chickamauga Turn excursions operate on selected dates through Nov. 1, 2026.
• Hours: Scheduled 9:15 a.m. departure and approximately 3:30 p.m. return, Eastern time.
• Pricing and admission: Fall coach fares without meals: $66 ages 13 and older; $55 ages 2-12. Premium seats and meal packages cost extra.
• Ticketing and booking: Book the Chickamauga Turn in advance.
• Parking: Parking is available at Grand Junction Station. There is a 3-minute walk from the lot to Grand Junction Depot. Museum staff can make accommodations for transportation to the Depot from the lot when requested in a booking note.
• Accessibility: Historic railcars have varying boarding and mobility-device access.
• Age suitability: All ages; tickets required for ages 2 and older. Consider the full-day duration.
• Address: Grand Junction Station, 4119 Cromwell Road, Chattanooga, TN 37421
• Nearby stays: Explore Tennessee accommodations in or near Chattanooga.

German-style food, live music and festive contests make Oktoberfest in Tennessee an alternative to a pumpkin-patch outing. Nashville Oktoberfest brings those traditions to Bicentennial Capitol Mall State Park, with German and local beers, live entertainment and activities for families.

• Seasonal highlights: Typically the first weekend of October
• Pricing and admission: General admission and VIP ticket options.
• Ticketing and booking: Ticket releases are announced through the official festival site.
• Parking: WeGo transit and rideshare serve Bicentennial Mall; nearby public parking is separately managed.
• Age suitability: All-ages festival; alcohol service is for adults 21 and older.
• Address: 600 James Robertson Parkway, Nashville, TN 37243
• Nearby stays: Explore Tennessee accommodations in or near Nashville.

If you’re comparing the best fall towns in Tennessee, consider Townsend for a trip centered on mountain scenery and local culture. Stop at the visitor center for route advice, then plan time for nearby Smokies outings and town stops. Add a scenic drive or an artisan demonstration to your list of activities to do in the fall.

• Seasonal highlights: Autumn mountain scenery and visitor-center artisan programming; check the local calendar.
• Pricing and admission: No town admission charge. Great Smoky Mountains National Park has no entrance fee but requires parking tags for stops longer than 15 minutes: $5 daily, $15 weekly or $40 annually.
• Ticketing and booking: Use the official trip planner for individual activities and bookings.
• Parking: Parking is available at most individual town stops. National park parking tags apply to stops longer than 15 minutes.
• Age suitability: Best for families, couples and outdoor travelers.
• Address: Visitor center: 7906 E. Lamar Alexander Parkway, Townsend, TN 37882
• Nearby stays: Explore Tennessee accommodations in or near Townsend.

Explore Historic Granville’s museums, historic buildings and general store during an autumn day trip. The Scarecrow & Artisan’s Festival adds seasonal displays alongside the town’s heritage attractions. Special performances and ticketed experiences round out the town’s fall offerings.

• Seasonal highlights: Scarecrow & Artisan’s Festival: Oct. 1-31, 2026. Fall Celebration is typically the first weekend of October.
• Hours: 
  • Attractions: Wednesday-Friday, 11 a.m.-3 p.m.; Saturday, 11 a.m.-5 p.m. 
  • Sutton Store: Opens earlier; event hours may differ.
• Pricing and admission: Festival fee is $7 and includes all museums, historic sites, scarecrows and fall displays.
• Ticketing and booking: Begin at Sutton General Store for town-tour tickets; use official event listings for separately booked experiences.
• Parking: Town parking serves the historic attractions. Parking fees may apply during festivals.
• Accessibility: Accessibility varies among the historic buildings and walking routes.
• Age suitability: Best for families and visitors interested in history, crafts and music.
• Address: 169 Clover St., Granville, TN 38564
• Nearby stays: Explore Tennessee accommodations in or near Granville and the Upper Cumberland.

If you’re looking for fun fall activities for adults who enjoy a haunted house, visit Dead Man’s Farm if you dare. The Bludgeon House includes new scenes, scares and characters as you uncover the abominations and gruesome scenes left behind by the Bludgeon family. Continue the scares on the Lost Souls Haunted Trail, then try the midway escape and carnival games. The “Dare to Be Touched!” option adds to the experience: you could be touched, cornered, separated from your group or even become part of the show.

• Seasonal highlights: Bludgeon Haunted House, Lost Souls Haunted Trail and midway activities on selected fall nights.
• Hours: Evening hours vary by date in the ticket calendar.
• Pricing and admission: Bludgeon Haunted House: $$24.83; Fast Pass upgrade: $10; Dare To Be Touched upgrade: $5. Other attractions and ticket bundles cost extra.
• Ticketing and booking: Choose dated tickets; review warnings and participation rules.
• Parking: Parking is available onsite for a $5 cash-only fee.
• Accessibility: Deadman's Farm is an outdoor attraction and all areas may not be accessible depending on soil conditions and thickness of gravel; also strong strobes are used throughout the haunted house and corn field which cannot be turned off. Options available for guests who are deaf or hard of hearing. 
• Age suitability: Older teens and adults; the touch upgrade is for ages 18 and older.
• Address: 13100 W. Lee Highway, Philadelphia, TN 37846
• Nearby stays: Explore Tennessee accommodations in or near Loudon and Lenoir City.

The largest indoor haunted house in Memphis is the Wicked Ways Haunted House. Live actors and actresses roam all areas of the attraction and you’ll see spine-tingling scenes and themes. The lines between horror and reality are blurred to give you a truly terrifying experience. Then, experience the 5-Minute Escape Room, 7-D Horror Motion Theatre and Tormented Extreme Virtual Reality Encounter for added screams.

• Seasonal highlights: Indoor haunted-house scenes and separately ticketed escape-room and virtual-reality experiences.†
• Hours: Evening departures and entry times vary by date in the 2026 ticket calendar.
• Pricing and admission: Tickets start at $24.95 with add-ons available. Child tickets available for purchase only in-person and are $15.
• Ticketing and booking: Buy official tickets.
• Parking: Free parking at the Bell Park warehouse compound.
• Age suitability: Adults and older teens who enjoy intense scares; child tickets are available, but the content may be unsuitable for younger children.
• Address: 160 Cumberland St., Memphis, TN 38112
• Nearby stays: Explore Tennessee accommodations in or near Memphis.

Prefer a little history with your fall outing? Step inside Oaklands Mansion in Murfreesboro for a self-guided look at a historic home. Explore rooms that tell the stories of the people who lived and worked here, then continue outdoors to the heritage gardens, native tree arboretum and walking paths for a leisurely autumn afternoon.

• Seasonal highlights: Historic home interiors, heritage gardens and an arboretum.
• Hours: Tuesday-Friday tours at 10 a.m., 11 a.m., 1 p.m., 2 p.m. and 3 p.m. Central. Allow about 45 minutes.
• Pricing and admission: $15 adults, $12 seniors and active or retired military, $10 students and free for children 5 and younger.
• Ticketing and booking: Reserve a self-guided tour online.
• Parking: Visitor parking is at the pavilion at 427 Roberts St. ADA parking is available in front of the Visitors Center located at 901 N. Maney Ave.
• Accessibility: The first floor is accessible through the front entrance using ramps. The second floor requires stairs; a video tour is available. Accessible restrooms are in the Visitors Center.
• Age suitability: Families and visitors interested in local history.
• Address: 901 N. Maney Ave., Murfreesboro, TN 37130.
• Nearby stays: Explore Tennessee accommodations in or near Murfreesboro.

One of the best ways to enjoy an October getaway is to take in the stunning scenery and crisp fall air. You can do just that at Serendipity in Brownsville with a stay in one of the canvas yurts equipped with portable air conditioning, two queen beds with bedding, a deck, firepit, charcoal grill and picnic table. You’ll love the Bohemian style while having an upscale experience with friends and family. Serendipity also has cabins and RV and camp sites for rent. Enjoy kayaking, an 18-hole disc golf course, basketball, horseshoes and more outdoor activities during your stay.

• Seasonal highlights: Year-round cabins, yurts and campsites; outdoor amenities are seasonal. The waterpark is closed for the 2026 season.
• Hours: Check-in: 1 p.m. for RV/tent sites, 4 p.m. for lodging; checkout: 11 a.m.
• Pricing and admission: Nightly rates vary by accommodation and travel date; taxes and booking fees are separate.
• Ticketing and booking: Choose accommodations and reserve.
• Parking: Free onsite parking.
• Age suitability: Families and couples; cabins and yurts accommodate up to four guests.
• Address: 1249 Country Club Road, Brownsville, TN 38012
• Nearby stays: Explore Tennessee accommodations in or near Brownsville.

This picturesque mountain cabin is in Gatlinburg, surrounded by the beauty of the Great Smoky Mountains. The Lodge at Ski Mountain is equipped with two bedrooms and 1.5 baths, a hot tub, wood-burning grill and built-in seating to enjoy the scenery. The lodge is conveniently close to several Smoky Mountain trailheads, which makes this a perfect getaway for outdoor enthusiasts. Explore even more places to stay in Tennessee.

• Seasonal highlights: Fall cabin stays, subject to the host’s booking calendar.
• Hours: Check-in and checkout follow the host’s reservation terms.
• Pricing and admission: Nightly rates vary by travel date; cleaning fees and taxes appear in the reservation total.
• Ticketing and booking: Reserve through the host’s listing.
• Parking: Free parking on the premises, with driveway space for two vehicles.
• Accessibility: A few steps lead to the entry level, and the upstairs loft requires stairs
• Age suitability: Best for couples or a family of up to four; consider loft stairs and hot-tub supervision.
• Address: Chalet Village, Gatlinburg, TN; obtain the exact street address from the host after booking.
• Nearby stays: Explore Tennessee accommodations in or near Gatlinburg.