Things To Do in Eastern Tennessee, Tennessee

Activities, attractions and tours
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Eastern Tennessee Attractions

Let Expedia help you experience the best that Eastern Tennessee has to offer! If you’re looking for fun itinerary ideas, we can provide you with a list of the top sightseeing attractions, as well as helping you to find unmissable activities. Whether you’re travelling with your family, planning a romantic trip with your loved one, or visiting on business, we’ll make it easy to plan an unforgettable holiday that checks all the boxes.

Activities and Tours

Eastern Tennessee is crammed with must-see places to visit and things to do. We can help you decide where to stay, and make it a breeze to explore the surrounding areas with our guides on where to go, what to see and when to see it. No matter how long your stay, it’s easy to find places of interest in Eastern Tennessee to make sure that you enjoy your experience to the fullest and don’t miss a thing. Leave the local knowledge to us and leave the hassle behind.

If you’re planning a visit, why not check out our handy guides to places of interest in the area? You can browse lists of things to do, learn about the most popular attractions, and get help with planning the details of your trip. Expedia makes it easy for you to check out all the top sights.

Eastern Tennessee Attractions

Expedia has something for everyone, so whether you’re planning to get active on a summer holiday, put a spring in your step with a romantic rendezvous, or pamper yourself with a leisurely winter trip, you’ll find plenty of attractions to keep you entertained. In addition to scheduling local tours, booking reservations and scoring advance event tickets, Expedia makes it easy to book your flight, hotel and rental car in advance, all on one consolidated travel itinerary, making for hassle-free travel and freeing you up to explore the sights of Eastern Tennessee.

Looking for things to do can be time consuming, but we can take the hassle out of planning your holiday. Whether you’re looking to get active in the great outdoors, sample the cuisine or catch up with the vibrant local culture, our guides to Eastern Tennessee attractions ensure that you’ll have a successful trip, whatever the season.


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Downtown Chattanooga

4/5(10 area reviews)

A noteworthy feature of Downtown Chattanooga is its must-see aquarium. While you're in town, be sure to stop and check out Tennessee Aquarium and Tivoli Theatre.

Downtown Chattanooga
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Downtown Knoxville

4.5/5(6 area reviews)

Downtown Knoxville is known for its lively bars, and you can plan a trip to Tennessee Theatre and Bijou Theater while you're in town.

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Chalet Village

If you're spending some time in Chalet Village, Great Smoky Mountains National Park and Ober Gatlinburg Ski Resort and Amusement Park are top sights worth seeing.

Chalet Village
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East Ridge

Get to know East Ridge by checking out its waterfalls, restaurants, and shopping. Consider a visit to nearby sights like Lake Winnepesaukah Amusement Park or Chattanooga Zoo during your time in the area.

East Ridge
Three of the most important people in my life . From the left My step mom, my mom, and my wife. This was on a walk through Reflection Riding Arboretum & Nature Center in Chattanooga this past weekend. I was lagging behind and thinking of my father.

Lookout Valley Neighborhood Association

4/5(4 area reviews)

If you're spending some time in Lookout Valley Neighborhood Association, Raccoon Mountain Caverns and Tennessee River are top sights worth seeing.

Lookout Valley Neighborhood Association
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Cedar Bluff

4/5(7 area reviews)

Cedar Bluff is popular for its abundant dining options, and you can check out Dead Horse Lake Golf Course, a top attraction in the neighborhood.

Cedar Bluff

Day trip destinations from Eastern Tennessee