- Our list of the best things to do in Townsend, Tennessee, features the top 197 nearby activities — including 83 great attractions with user approval ratings of 90% or more!
- Townsend, TN has a variety of great sights and experiences nearby. Top categories include: Amusement, Water Activities, Museums & Galleries, and Outdoor Places.
- The results below include the top 25 things to do within the city of Townsend, TN , followed by 172 popular activities in nearby cities, including Gatlinburg, Pigeon Forge, Sevierville, Knoxville, Maryville, Bryson City, Kodak, Cherokee, Walland, Oneida, Hartford, Dandridge and Dyersburg
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1.4 Miles
Smoky Mountain River Rat offers tubing trips on the river, with two different trips set in different sections. The upper section features adventure rapids and swimming holes while the lower features a rock jump, rope swing and relaxing rapids.
0.6 Miles
76%
17 votes
7906 E. Lamar Alexander Parkway, Townsend, TN 37882
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Shadows of the Past Hiking/Biking Trail is a popular 10-mile trail in the Smoky Mountain area. Guests of all expertise levels enjoy hiking and biking this trail, complete with mile markers.
1.7 Miles
Choose from one of three river routes, or ride all three, at River Rage, Townsend's most affordable tubing destination. Shuttles take riders to their entry points and meet them at the end, guests can also enjoy a meal at Little River BBQ.
1.2 Miles
Hedgewood Gardens is an extensive and varied wildflower garden. The garden features more than 500 species of wild flowers, and offers wild flowers for visitors to purchase as well as walking paths.
1.2 Miles
River Rage Tubing offers all-day innertube rentals for visitors to float the steady natural current of the Little River. The rental rate includes a shuttle to the put-in point, as well as barbecue dinner and soft drink at day's end.
4.4 Miles
Horse lovers will appreciate a trip to Apple Valley Riding Stables. Take in the serene views on a one-hour ride and get back to one with nature. Reservations are required.
7.3 Miles
Local musicians showcase their talent at Rocky Branch Community Center. Musicians from all over East Tennessee perform a variety of music types in this former elementary school. Admission is free.
7.6 Miles
93%
360 votes
2709 Walden Creek Rd, Sevierville, TN 37862
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With the help of 100 horses, many visitors are able to enjoy the Walden Creek Horseback Riding Stables. The trails run over 500 acres in the mountainous area, and there are daily trips offered throughout the year.
8.2 Miles
Featuring local farmers and other vendors, Wears Valley Farmers Market provides a variety of goods, from fresh produce to baked goods. The market also has a barbecue section with pulled pork and other grilled meats.
10.2 Miles
98%
653 votes
1911 Wears Valley Rd, Sevierville, TN 37862
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With some of the longest and highest lines in the region, Wears Valley Zipline Adventures is the premier action destination in the Smokies. Featuring 1.25 miles of line and guided horseback riding on 43 fully-forested acres of private land.