- Our list of the best things to do in Bristol, Virginia, features the top 95 nearby activities — including 40 great attractions with user approval ratings of 90% or more!
- Bristol, VA has a variety of great sights and experiences nearby. Top categories include: Museums & Galleries, Entertainment & Shows, Outdoor Places, and Adventures.
- The results below include the top 10 things to do within the city of Bristol, VA , followed by 85 popular activities in nearby cities, including Johnson City, Abingdon, Kingsport, Bristol, Damascus, Blountville and Bluff
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6.0 Miles
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2623 Volunteer Parkway, Bristol, TN 37620
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Holston River Brewing Company offers wide selection of beer in a spacious environment. The owners will try to make guests feel welcomed and entertained.
6.3 Miles
The South Holston Dam was built in 1942 by the Tennessee Valley Authority. There is also a footbridge from the parking lot below the dam that leads to Osceola Island which features a one mile loop-style wildlife trail.
6.4 Miles
Whitetop Creek Park has numerous sporting fields used for baseball, softball and soccer, a playground for children, and a 1.5 mile walking trail encircling the park. It also offers a view of nearby Bristol Motor Speedway.
6.6 Miles
With Richard Petty Driving Experience, visitors have a chance to speed around the Bristol Motor Speedway with an experience crew member. The driver can reach speeds of 165 mph on this half mile race track.
6.7 Miles
Many racing events are hosted at the Bristol Motor Speedway. Special events are regularly held, including Ford Fan Friday and the special holiday decorations that cause the track to be lit up with glowing lights.
8.0 Miles
Spend a day on the links at Tri Cities Golf Club. This public course contains 27 holes, and tee times can be requested daily. Instruction is available (fee applies). After the game, get a bite to eat at the 28th Hole Grill.
9.5 Miles
Many rafters enjoy the challenges and beauty associated with the San Juan River, and Wild Rivers Expeditions caters to these individuals. While they do offer one day trips along the river, the company focuses on multiple day journeys.
9.6 Miles
The Moonlight Drive-In Theatre is a movie-watching venue and restaurant that provides food, beverages, and entertainment to customers. The venue was highlighted in USA Today's Life Cover Story and also holds the occasional 'movies under the stars' special.
9.6 Miles
The Appalachian Caverns Tours work through a relatively new system of cavers that was only opened to the public in 1991. In addition to the standard walk-thru tour, there are also adventurous options that let guests crawl through undeveloped areas of the caverns.
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177 votes
1 Heartwood Circle, Abingdon, VA
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Crafts, food, music, and local culture is put on display at Heartwood: Southwest Virginia's Artisan Gateway. Interactive exhibits allow for exploration of the art of the region while there are also live music events and a restaurant with acoffee and wine bar.