Title: Visit Townsend: Best of Townsend Tourism | Expedia Travel Guide - Expedia.ca [Hotels in Townsend](https://expedia.ca/Townsend-Hotels.d10252.Travel-Guide-Hotels)[Vacation Rentals in Townsend](https://expedia.ca/Townsend-Vacation-Rentals.d10252.Travel-Guide-VacationRentals)[Townsend Car Rentals](https://expedia.ca/Car-Rentals-In-Townsend.d10252.Car-Rental-Guide)[Townsend Vacation Packages](https://expedia.ca/Townsend.d10252.Destination-Travel-Guides) # Townsend ## Travel Guide ![Townsend showing forest scenes, tranquil scenes and a house](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/10252/c88e148c-15fe-4516-983b-f0f41d056bc3.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Cades Cove which includes mountains and forests as well as a small group of people](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6131029/a4d7ce43-c5dd-44bd-a130-17e51fa1f983.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Cades Cove featuring forest scenes](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6131029/6a2af161-7882-4f00-b0da-74b4eb7714b8.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Cades Cove featuring landscape views, mountains and tranquil scenes](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6131029/03d91e0a-3520-49ab-a970-e76c43fe49ca.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Cades Cove which includes mountains and tranquil scenes](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6131029/5476f196-cc80-4c7b-9c21-d9f3142f4d11.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ## Visit Townsend Things to do #### This peaceful gateway to the [Great Smoky Mountains National Park](https://www.expedia.ca/Great-Smoky-Mountains-National-Park-United-States-Of-America.d6025878.Vacation-Attraction) is a family-friendly town with caves, museums, scenic drives and hiking trails. Prepare for a vacation of outdoor adventures, wildlife spotting and Appalachian heritage in Townsend. This easygoing town sits in the heart of Tuckaleechee Cove, a scenic valley at the edge of the Smoky Mountains. Townsend’s striking countryside ranges from wildflower meadows to dense woodland, lazy rivers and meandering creeks. Hike to mountain peaks, marvel at thundering waterfalls, visit pioneer homes and explore historic trails. Get an in-depth insight into the Smokies and examine millennia-old objects at the Great Smoky Mountains Heritage Centre. Learn about the region’s railroading history at the Little River Railroad and Lumber Company Museum. Discover local legends and learn about Southern Appalachian culture on the 10-mile-long (16-kilometre) Shadows of the Past Hiking/Biking Trail. Interpretive signs provide information about archaeological grounds, early settler homes and other sites. Admire curious limestone rock formations, including a 12-foot-tall (3.7-metre) stalagmite and icicle-like stalactites, at Tuckaleechee Caverns. Hike the Rich Mountain Loop trail and be rewarded with superb views over the Smoky Mountains. Visit [Cades Cove](https://www.expedia.ca/Cades-Cove-Townsend.d6131029.Vacation-Attraction), one of the most popular areas of the Great Smoky Mountains National Park. Appreciate the pristine landscapes while driving along Cades Cove Loop road. Walk to Abrams Falls and Laurel Falls. Glimpse the life of European settlers at John Cable Grist Mill and the Primitive Baptist Church, among many 19th-century landmarks. Spot black bears, coyote, deer and elk. Enjoy thrill-seeking fun by joining a tubing adventure on the Little River. Cross the Dark Island Swinging Bridge, one of two swinging bridges in Townsend. Alternatively, play a round of golf at the Laurel Valley Golf Course. Townsend is about a 3-hour drive east of [Nashville](https://www.expedia.ca/Nashville.d178291.Destination-Travel-Guides) and a 4-hour drive north of [Atlanta](https://www.expedia.ca/Atlanta.d178232.Destination-Travel-Guides), Georgia. Visit in May for the Townsend Spring Festival and Old Timers Day. Watch bluegrass concerts, browse artisan stalls and sample typical Tennessee fare. - Townsend Hotel Deals - Vacation Rentals in Townsend ![Best Western Cades Cove Inn](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/10000/1700/1609/3982c265_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Best Western Cades Cove Inn 7824 E Lamar Alexander Pkwy Townsend TN CA $105 CA $120 total Mar 30 - Mar 31 includes taxes & fees Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Townsend. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ... 8.2/10 Very Good! (1,004 reviews) Friendly staff, clean rooms and very quiet peaceful stay Reviewed on Mar 22, 2026 [](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=30%2F03%2F2026&endDate=31%2F03%2F2026&selected=1609&PinnedHotelID=1609&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=10252) ![Tremont Lodge & Resort](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/101000000/100380000/100377400/100377341/b3567c70_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Tremont Lodge & Resort 7726 E Lamar Alexander Pkwy Townsend TN Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay CA $140 CA $196 total Apr 6 - Apr 7 includes taxes & fees Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Townsend. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ... 8.4/10 Very Good! (540 reviews) Beautiful property and view of the mountains! Loved that there was an outdoor and indoor plus a hot tub. Perfect since it was cold during our stay. They also had makeup remover which was perfect since I forgot mine. Very spacious rooms. I will say that I do wish the curtains covered more and that ... Reviewed on Mar 19, 2026 [](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=06%2F04%2F2026&endDate=07%2F04%2F2026&selected=100377341&PinnedHotelID=100377341&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=10252) ![The Parkman Hotel](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/115000000/114670000/114663900/114663849/464fef4d_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### The Parkman Hotel 8314 Tennessee 73 Townsend TN CA $164 CA $188 total Apr 22 - Apr 23 includes taxes & fees Stay at this hotel in Townsend. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and an outdoor pool. Popular attractions River Rage Go-Kart Track and Great Smoky Mountains Heritage ... 9.2/10 Wonderful! (105 reviews) Cozy, big, and quiet. Reviewed on Mar 17, 2026 [](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=22%2F04%2F2026&endDate=23%2F04%2F2026&selected=114663849&PinnedHotelID=114663849&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=10252) [See all 563 properties in Townsend](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.Hotels.DestinationExperience&startDate=25%2F03%2F2026&endDate=26%2F03%2F2026®ionId=10252) Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply. ![Log Cabin, walk to Cades Cove and just minutes from Gatlinburg with a view!](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/91000000/90240000/90230900/90230831/01873d65_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Log Cabin, walk to Cades Cove and just minutes from Gatlinburg with a view! Townsend TN Stay at this cabin in Townsend. Enjoy free WiFi, a garden, and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Cades Cove and Tuckaleechee Caverns are located ... 10/10 Exceptional! (166 reviews) Very relaxing and quiet. We all had a nice time and were comfortable. Reviewed on Mar 19, 2026 [](https://expedia.ca/Townsend-Hotels-Log-Cabin.h90230831.Hotel-Information) ![Peaceful, extremely clean Treehouse cottage 10 min. from National Park entrance](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33510000/33509800/33509707/4117881c_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Peaceful, extremely clean Treehouse cottage 10 min. from National Park entrance Townsend TN Stay at this cabin in Townsend. Enjoy a garden, laundry facilities, and patios. Popular attractions Cades Cove and Tuckaleechee Caverns are located nearby. 10/10 Exceptional! (355 reviews) Everything was perfect- highly recommend Reviewed on Mar 21, 2026 [](https://expedia.ca/Gatlinburg-Pigeon-Forge-Hotels-Newly-Renovated-Treehouse-Cottage-Free-Wifi-Stay-A-Week-7th-Nights-Free.h33509707.Hotel-Information) ![Red Door cabin- romantic getaway near Great Smoky Mountains National Park ](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/33000000/32460000/32458100/32458091/5479f312_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Red Door cabin- romantic getaway near Great Smoky Mountains National Park Townsend TN Stay at this cabin in Townsend. Enjoy free WiFi, cable/satellite TV service, and an in-room coffeemaker. Popular attractions River Rage Go-Kart Track and Great ... 10/10 Exceptional! (342 reviews) Very nice quiet area and great time Reviewed on Mar 11, 2026 [](https://expedia.ca/Townsend-Hotels-Red-Door-Cabin-A-Secluded-Cabin-Getaway-In-The-Heart-Of-Townsend.h32458091.Hotel-Information) [See all properties in Townsend](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.Hotels.DestinationExperience®ionId=10252&sort=VACATION_RENTAL) Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. 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[](https://expedia.ca/Cades-Cove-Townsend.d6131029.Vacation-Attraction) ![Old buildings and trees at a Cades Cove historic area in the Great Smokey Mountains.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621532656740/38c40062-5cb8-4640-8479-10088ad8eb77.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Cades Cove Visitor Center Enjoy the mountain views and explore Cades Cove Visitor Center, a lovely green space in Townsend. Wander the riverfront and forest in this relaxing area. [](https://expedia.ca/Cades-Cove-Visitor-Center-Townsend.d553248621532656740.Vacation-Attraction) ![This cave featured a cool waterfall ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621532656743/f529bbcd-9abc-47be-8378-d14c49ee2e77.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Tuckaleechee Caverns You can find out about the history of Townsend when you stop by Tuckaleechee Caverns. Discover the mountain views in this family-friendly area. [](https://expedia.ca/Tuckaleechee-Caverns-Townsend.d553248621532656743.Vacation-Attraction) ![Meigs Creek Falls](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621552112785/44d7a2b8-01fa-418c-90d6-2dab086a3af3.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Meigs Falls Explore the great outdoors at Meigs Falls and enjoy the beautiful waterfalls during your trip to Townsend. Amble around this family-friendly area's riverfront, or seek out the hiking trails. [](https://expedia.ca/Meigs-Falls-Townsend.d553248621552112785.Vacation-Attraction) ![Short hike to see this beautiful 30ft waterfall #nature](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621571049660/3a0fcf9d-51be-401c-bfcf-cfb473b4546a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Spruce Flats Falls Explore the great outdoors at Spruce Flats Falls and enjoy the mountain views during your trip to Townsend. Amble around this family-friendly area's riverfront, or seek out the hiking trails. [](https://expedia.ca/Spruce-Flats-Falls-Townsend.d553248621571049660.Vacation-Attraction) #### Townsend Visitor Center Townsend Visitor Center is just one of the places to see in Townsend, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Discover the mountain views in this relaxing area, or enjoy its hiking trails. [](https://expedia.ca/Townsend-Visitor-Center-Townsend.d6129955.Vacation-Attraction) ### Things to do ![Two legends. One stage. One unforgettable night—Elvis & Johnny Cash live in spirit at Cash & The King](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/4495194/4a732729-ff54-433b-8549-9fa7302dd6d7.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Cash & The King: Tribute to Elvis and Johnny Cash CA $53 per adult **80%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/cash-the-king-tribute-to-elvis-and-johnny-cash.a4495194.activity-details) ![Soul of Motown at Grand Majestic Theater](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/1340784/a169dff8-6bcb-4bad-88f9-12390f3ab59c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Soul of Motown at Grand Majestic Theater CA $69 per adult **96%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/soul-of-motown-at-grand-majestic-theater.a1340784.activity-details) ![Pigeon Forge: Steven Best's Unbelievable Magic Show](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/44630107/26544a21-e5cb-4820-890e-f8e6d66fd99c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Pigeon Forge: Steven Best's Unbelievable Magic Show CA $53 per adult **100%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/pigeon-forge-steven-bests-unbelievable-magic-show.a44630107.activity-details) ![Paula Deen's Lumberjack Feud Supper Show- All You Can Eat!](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/861830/de5e9d28-3689-47e5-9f5f-abaf2deead3c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Paula Deen's Lumberjack Feud Supper Show- All You Can Eat! CA $92 per adult **80%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/paula-deens-lumberjack-feud-supper-show-all-you-can-eat.a861830.activity-details) ![Impossibilities in Gatlinburg, TN](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/739201/13479b6c-feb5-498d-ba52-5d90ab89a75e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Impossibilities Magic Show in Pigeon Forge, Tennessee CA $45 per adult **78%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/impossibilities-magic-show-in-pigeon-forge.a739201.activity-details) ![Cades Cove Sightseeing Self-Guided Driving Audio Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/5184948/3ac1e253-f0c2-48a7-8403-d4d5b05f2452.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Cades Cove: Self-Guided Driving Audio Tour CA $21 per traveller **80%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/cades-cove-self-guided-driving-audio-tour.a5184948.activity-details) [See all activities in Townsend](https://expedia.ca/Things-To-Do-In-Townsend.d10252.Travel-Guide-Activities) ## Cities near Townsend ![Gatlinburg - Pigeon Forge](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6814/064ac972-2167-42e7-b3d2-c9e1456e7465.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Sevierville ![Gatlinburg showing a small town or village and forest scenes](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/7474/63764849-7b90-4f9e-ba43-218bd6bea0ea.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Gatlinburg ![This place never gets old!](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/10252/e45b7c11-17b1-41b3-874c-fd49c8a09771.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Walland - Cities near Townsend - Places of interest [Sevierville](https://expedia.ca/Sevierville.dx6814)[Gatlinburg](https://expedia.ca/Gatlinburg.dx7474)[Walland](https://expedia.ca/Walland.dx170816) - [River Rage Go-Kart Track ](https://expedia.ca/River-Rage-Go-Kart-Track-Townsend.d553248621532656753.Vacation-Attraction) - [Next To Heaven ](https://expedia.ca/Next-To-Heaven-Townsend.d553248621571049664.Vacation-Attraction) - [Hedgewood Gardens ](https://expedia.ca/Hedgewood-Gardens-Townsend.d553248621532656748.Vacation-Attraction) - [Lee Roberson Art Gallery ](https://expedia.ca/Lee-Roberson-Art-Gallery-Townsend.d553248621571049666.Vacation-Attraction) - [Great Smoky Mountains National Park ](https://expedia.ca/Great-Smoky-Mountains-National-Park-United-States-of-America.d6025878.Vacation-Attraction) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/mad-service/footer/bnaBanners/BEX_Footer.jpg) ## Go further with the Expedia app Save on select hotels and earn double points when you book on the app. Our app deals help you to save on trips so you can travel more and manage it all on the go. 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