Bill & Linda’s Guidebook
Sightseeing
Pinnacle Park, Bristol TN
470 Pinnacle PkwyFor great shopping and food, go to the Pinnacle!
Steele Creek Park
4 Little LnBest place to take a walk, bike or run!
Experience the geological makeup of the area with a little history! A family favorite and a must see.
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Bristol Caverns
1157 Bristol Caverns HighwayExperience the geological makeup of the area with a little history! A family favorite and a must see.
Wetlands vannpark
1523 Persimmon Ridge RdGreat water park to help you cool down this summer!
One of the best hikes and waterfalls in East TN. I would recommend you plan an entire day to drive, hike, and enjoy this little wonder of the world.
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Laurel Falls Trailhead
U.S. 321One of the best hikes and waterfalls in East TN. I would recommend you plan an entire day to drive, hike, and enjoy this little wonder of the world.
Always a blast during race time! Check out the website for events they may be hosting during the time of your stay.
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Bristol Motor Speedway
151 Speedway BlvdAlways a blast during race time! Check out the website for events they may be hosting during the time of your stay.
Great fossil museum that shows the true history of the region. Fun for the entire family, groups, or if you're just visiting the area.
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Gray Fossil Site
1212 Suncrest DrGreat fossil museum that shows the true history of the region. Fun for the entire family, groups, or if you're just visiting the area.
A must-visit for anyone coming to the area. Come and enjoy the history and story of the area.
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Birthplace of Country Music Museum
101 Country Music WayA must-visit for anyone coming to the area. Come and enjoy the history and story of the area.
This iconic trail is for everyone! If you love to bike, you have to take a day to ride the Creeper Trail.
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Virginia Creeper National Recreation Trail
Virginia Creeper National Recreation TrailThis iconic trail is for everyone! If you love to bike, you have to take a day to ride the Creeper Trail.
One of the most beautiful lakes in the Tri-Cities. If you enjoy kayaking, boating, fishing, swimming, and serene views you gotta check it out!
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South Holston Lake
One of the most beautiful lakes in the Tri-Cities. If you enjoy kayaking, boating, fishing, swimming, and serene views you gotta check it out!
Great local lake that is perfect for kayaking. Lots of local marinas for boat rentals or dinner on the water.
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Boone Lake
Great local lake that is perfect for kayaking. Lots of local marinas for boat rentals or dinner on the water.
Part of ETSU with a different exhibit every few weeks. Check out the current exhibit here: https://www.etsu.edu/cas/cass/reece/exhibitions/current.php
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Reece Museum station
Part of ETSU with a different exhibit every few weeks. Check out the current exhibit here: https://www.etsu.edu/cas/cass/reece/exhibitions/current.php
Hilly, dog-friendly nature area offering forested hiking trails to waterfalls & panoramic overlooks.
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Buffalo Mountain Park
570 Highridge RdHilly, dog-friendly nature area offering forested hiking trails to waterfalls & panoramic overlooks.
Paramount Center for the Arts
518 State StAwesome theater with unique shows every week!
Thunder Valley Drive
Thunder Valley DriveThunder valley drag strip!
These trails are a little over an hour away. If you like ATVs and riding through the mountains, then your gonna love Spearhead trails.
Spearhead Trails Coal Canyon Trailhead
Southern Gap RoadThese trails are a little over an hour away. If you like ATVs and riding through the mountains, then your gonna love Spearhead trails.
Backbone Falls
Checkout one of the great natural features in the area!
Part of this iconic trail can be hiked right here in East Tennessee.
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Appalachian Trail
Appalachian National Scenic TrailPart of this iconic trail can be hiked right here in East Tennessee.
Rooster Front Park
1160 Vance DrNice and quiet little park! :)
Sycamore Shoals State Historic Park
1651 W Elk AveGreat little park to visit!
Sugar Hollow Park
23261 Sugar Hollow RdNice spot for family activities.
AMAZING HIKING!!! Go check out the observation tower for an amazing view.
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Bays Mountain Park & Planetarium
853 Bays Mountain Park RdAMAZING HIKING!!! Go check out the observation tower for an amazing view.
Backyard Terrors Dinosaur Park
1065 Walnut Grove RdGo have some fun! :)
Extremely friendly workers and amazing actors.
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Rocky Mount State Historic Site & Museum
200 Hyder Hill RdExtremely friendly workers and amazing actors.
Coon Den Falls
Beautiful Falls!
This is my favorite JC park for nature park walks. Birding, creeks to cross and a beautiful outdoor classroom for workshops and camps.
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Jacob's Nature Park
1220 King Springs RdThis is my favorite JC park for nature park walks. Birding, creeks to cross and a beautiful outdoor classroom for workshops and camps.
Green Bridge Landing
A nice community park for river access!
Clifford Island
Beautiful views and very quiet.
Free! Nice bridge over the river surrounded by a beautiful park in the heart of Elizabethton.
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Elizabethton Covered Bridge
717 East Elk AvenueFree! Nice bridge over the river surrounded by a beautiful park in the heart of Elizabethton.
Food scene
Like BBQ? Like drive-thrus? You're gonna like this! :) Some of the best BBQ in Bristol!
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Bristol BBQ
730 Volunteer PkwyLike BBQ? Like drive-thrus? You're gonna like this! :) Some of the best BBQ in Bristol!
Tokyo Japanese Steak House
28 Commonwealth AvenueBest Japanese food with a cooking show in town!
Just over the state line, you will find the best burritos rolled by man! A Chipotle Mexican Grill type experience, many guests who try Barbs prefer it over Chipotle.
Barberitos Southwestern Grille & Cantina
3135 Peoples StJust over the state line, you will find the best burritos rolled by man! A Chipotle Mexican Grill type experience, many guests who try Barbs prefer it over Chipotle.
A family favorite! Great salad, wine, calzones, and desserts! What makes this place so special is the large cake selection. Baked fresh daily, go on... indulge your sweet tooth. ;)
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The Mad Greek Restaurant
2419 Volunteer PkwyA family favorite! Great salad, wine, calzones, and desserts! What makes this place so special is the large cake selection. Baked fresh daily, go on... indulge your sweet tooth. ;)
The best restaurant in Bristol! Sushi, burgers, salads, drinks and beer!
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620 State Restaurant: Sushi + Asian + American + Cocktail Bar | Bristol, TN
620 E State StThe best restaurant in Bristol! Sushi, burgers, salads, drinks and beer!
This place is a must-visit! The best sweets in all the Tri-Cities, open 24/7, and the coffee and ice cream is fantastic!!!!
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Blackbird Bakery
188 Piedmont AveThis place is a must-visit! The best sweets in all the Tri-Cities, open 24/7, and the coffee and ice cream is fantastic!!!!
Burgers, Wings & Beer! Live music is always a possibility. Great place to spend a Friday or Saturday night.
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Quaker Steak & Lube
629 State StBurgers, Wings & Beer! Live music is always a possibility. Great place to spend a Friday or Saturday night.
The best fast-food burger in East TN. You must visit Pal's and get a burger with fries.
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Pal's Sudden Service
527 Kane StThe best fast-food burger in East TN. You must visit Pal's and get a burger with fries.
Bristol loves BBQ, and you're gonna love this! Great atmosphere, great food, and great drinks!
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Southern Craft BBQ Bristol
15 Commonwealth AveBristol loves BBQ, and you're gonna love this! Great atmosphere, great food, and great drinks!
Zero's Subs
410 Hazelwood StSomething unique! If you like subs, you gotta try Zero's.
Drake's
508 Pinnacle ParkwayBurgers & Beer! Great atmosphere and food to boot!
Great atmosphere and fantastic food! This place is so unique you will be coming back for more.
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Cootie Brown's in Bristol
118 Volunteer PkwyGreat atmosphere and fantastic food! This place is so unique you will be coming back for more.
The Firehouse
627 West Walnut StreetClassic BBQ with a historic feel!
Chick-fil-A
3206 Peoples StreetAlways a favorite and highly desired on Sundays when they are closed. :(
Kickback Jacks
3026 Hamilton PlGreat Food, Great Fun!
Aubrey's Johnson City
3029 Hamilton PlGreat sandwiches and lunch specials!
Cracker Barrel Old Country Store
10132 Airport PkwyCome get ya some country cookin!
Zero's Subs
410 Hazelwood StBest local sub you will ever have!
Backyard Grill
725 Bluff City HighwayThis is a Bristol Favorite! Go early, it gets crowded quickly.
Open Doors Coffeehouse
101 E 8th AveCoolest little coffee shop in the region.
Take your family and have the best country dinner in your life!
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The Kitchen at Grace Meadows Farm
170 John France RoadTake your family and have the best country dinner in your life!
Holy Taco and Cantina North
920 North State of Franklin RoadHoly crap this is so good!!!
JJ's Diner
1301 Gray Station Sulphur Springs RoadGreat food, great fun!
Rocky's Pizza
1003 East Jackson BoulevardIf you like Pizza, your gonna love Rocky's!
Lakeo Steakhouse of Japan Express
1681 U.S. 19EVery nice people and the service was great!
Huge coffee shop with freshly baked food inside and coffee beans galore!
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The Coffee Company
444 E Elk AveHuge coffee shop with freshly baked food inside and coffee beans galore!
Shady Valley Country Store
110 TN-133Awesome place to hangout and eat BBQ!
Sammons Hot Dogs
2020 West Elk AvenueAbsolutely love the hotdogs!
Been looking a long time for some home cooked meals and came up on this place and boy am I glad we did . best food ever, hands down.
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Country Diner
411 East 4th AvenueBeen looking a long time for some home cooked meals and came up on this place and boy am I glad we did . best food ever, hands down.
This is a great place to get a sub or a sandwich that's a large portion and made hot and to order
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Whistle Stop Deli & Catering
110 Howard Gouge RdThis is a great place to get a sub or a sandwich that's a large portion and made hot and to order
Primo's Piney Flats
1000% The best Philly I have ever had in my life
The Dogwood Cafe at 27
The best food in the area!
We had the best cheeseburgers and fries after a hike on the Appalachian Trail a few miles away.
H & H Whiteway Grill
We had the best cheeseburgers and fries after a hike on the Appalachian Trail a few miles away.
Local Grocery Store
Walmart Supercenter
305 Blue Bonnet DrEverything you need, less than 10 minutes from your stay!
Food City Gas 'N Go Convenience Store
704 Broad StGeat local grocery store.
Kroger
130 Midway StGreat local grocery store that has some of the best meats!
Privately Owned with great selection!
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Publix Super Market at Markets West at Franklin
509 N State of Franklin RdPrivately Owned with great selection!
Sam's Club
21483 Lee HwyEverything you need in bulk!
Earth Fare
1735 W State of Franklin RdThe best organic grocery store in the area!
Ingleside Terrace
Ingleside TerraceGreat grocery store!
Health & Fitness
BristolYOGA
2010 W State StIf you love Yoga, you're gonna love this place!
Tri-Cities Golf Club
2354 Feathers Chapel RdGreat spot to golf for the day!
Austin Springs Spa & Salon
1216 W State of Franklin RdGet pampered by the best Spa in the area.
Bars & Breweries
One of the best bars in town! If you're a social drinker, this place is for you.
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State Line
644 State StOne of the best bars in town! If you're a social drinker, this place is for you.
The Bristol Hotel
115 Country Music WayGrab a drink and sit outside for a great view of Bristol!
Great atmosphere and tasty brew! What more could you ask for?
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Depot Street Brewing
904 Depot StGreat atmosphere and tasty brew! What more could you ask for?
The Tipsy Toad Tavern
2018 hwy 11 eGreat Tavern!
Tennessee Hills Brewstillery
458 West Walnut StreetGreat Selection, Friendly People!
Loved the atmosphere, pond, picnic tables, staff, gorgeous weather for everyone to be out as couples, families and or with their pets and of course the Wine flight was awesome!
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Banner Elk Winery & Villa
60 Deer RunLoved the atmosphere, pond, picnic tables, staff, gorgeous weather for everyone to be out as couples, families and or with their pets and of course the Wine flight was awesome!
Fun!
Fun for the whole family! Bring the kids and relax by the pool.
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Kingsport Aquatic Center
1820 Meadowview PkwyFun for the whole family! Bring the kids and relax by the pool.
Come one, come all, and jump until you fall! This place was built for kids and adults alike and can be a load of fun for the day.
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Just Jump Trampoline Park
2304 Silverdale DrCome one, come all, and jump until you fall! This place was built for kids and adults alike and can be a load of fun for the day.
Trophy Water Guide Service
207 US-321Local trout fishing guide service!
Rafting, tubing, and a whole lot of fun!
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Wahoo's Adventures Watauga River Outpost
Rafting, tubing, and a whole lot of fun!
Sugar Mountain Resort, Inc
1009 Sugar Mountain DrGreat spot to go Ski in the winter months.
Looking for some fun off the grid? You have found the right place!
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Off the Grid Mountain Adventures - Ziplines, Tower Jump, & Giant Swing
1825 US-19ELooking for some fun off the grid? You have found the right place!
Marquee Cinemas Pinnacle 12
680 Pinnacle PkwyButter, popcorn, cold coke, and a movie!
Bristol Skateway
210 Skateway DrA lot of fun for all ages every Friday & Saturday night.
"Great home town atmosphere with the best selection of pumpkins at a fair price!"
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Laurels Pumpkin Barn
303 Laurels Road"Great home town atmosphere with the best selection of pumpkins at a fair price!"
Elizabethton Escape - Escape Room
429 East Elk AvenueEvery time I go I always have a blast!
Lakeshore Marina
2285 US-321Well kept docks, lighting and very cordial staff!
Many picnic tables and space to spend time with family!
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Watauga Point Recreational Area
Many picnic tables and space to spend time with family!
Love this place, such a great family oriented environment!
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Beck Mountain Corn Maze & Wedding Barn
110 Corn Maze LaneLove this place, such a great family oriented environment!
This is one of the best hidden gems in the tri-cities!
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Backyard Terrors Dinosaur Park
1065 Walnut Grove RdThis is one of the best hidden gems in the tri-cities!
Elizabethton Golf Course
185 Buck Van Huss RdTop Notch Staff and friendly playing atmosphere.
Star Park
66 Energy Exchange DrThe Observatory was amazing!
Awesome mountain bike park with trails for every level!
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Tannery Knobs Mountain Bike Park
18 Tannery KnobAwesome mountain bike park with trails for every level!
Burl Masts' Red Barn
If you like music, you'll love the Red Barn.
Holiday lanes is a good experience in Johnson City Tennessee for a family and friends they have a lot of room and some good food and drinks and and not too expensive.
Holiday Lanes
117 Broyles DrHoliday lanes is a good experience in Johnson City Tennessee for a family and friends they have a lot of room and some good food and drinks and and not too expensive.
Maple Lane Farm
Beautiful wedding venue!
Shopping
The hottest place to shop, eat, and have fun the Tri-Cities Area!
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The Pinnacle
460 Pinnacle PkwyThe hottest place to shop, eat, and have fun the Tri-Cities Area!
Bargain Hunters flea market mall
2808 W Market StGreat place to find antiques!
West Main Antiques and Variety Store
126 W Main StGreat place to go antiquing!
Fireworks Supermarket Blountville, TN
1312 Tennessee 394Gotta love things that go Boom!
AWESOME! Loved meeting Jim, great guy with fantastic BBQ oh man was it great!
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Jim's Meat Market & Produce
3017 Gap Creek RoadAWESOME! Loved meeting Jim, great guy with fantastic BBQ oh man was it great!