Top Rated Parks to Visit in Wears Valley

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Top Rated Parks to Visit in Wears Valley

Ijams Nature Center
Ijams Nature Center
4.8 (2068 ratings)4.5 (749 ratings)
Wetlands & rock formations fill urban nature park with 10 miles of trails plus bike & canoe rental.
2915 Island Home Ave, Knoxville, TN 37920, USA
Nature preserveNature & ParksEducation centerHiking areaParkPreschoolNature & Wildlife Areas
World's Fair Park
World's Fair Park
4.7 (1187 ratings)
Site of 1982 World's Fair, with an amphitheater, events & a sunsphere tower with observation deck.
525 Henley St, Knoxville, TN 37902, USA
ParkEvent venue
Mentioned by Trips To Discover
9 Best Things to Do in Knoxville, Tennessee - TripsToDiscover
"World’s Fair Park, one of Knoxville’s most popular attractions, is not just a park but also an event venue and a family-friendly hangout spot. Climb The Sunsphere, the park’s prominent landmark, to catch 360-degree views of the city and the Smoky Mountains on a clear day. Depending on when you visit, you may find live music and festivals happening in this park."
Mentioned by Cinders Travels
The 48 Best Things to do in Knoxville, Tennessee in 2021
"World’s Fair Park is another fun destination to take a stroll through. The park surrounding the Sunsphere holds the Tennessee Amphitheater (the only other surviving structure in Knoxville from the 1982 World’s Fair), a lake, a sizable splash-pad fountain, and lots of lush green lawn perfect for hosting festivals and events."
Parrot Mountain and Gardens
Parrot Mountain and Gardens
4.8 (3582 ratings)4.5 (3870 ratings)
Peaceful Bible-inspired garden & parrot preserve offering chances to interact with rare birds.
1471 McCarter Hollow Rd, Pigeon Forge, TN 37862, USA
GardenNature & ParksPark
Charles Krutch Park
Charles Krutch Park
4.5 (478 ratings)4.5 (73 ratings)
Small, serene park with colorful public art installations, benches & a water feature.
504 Market St, Knoxville, TN 37902, USA
ParkSights & LandmarksPoints of Interest & Landmarks
Sequoyah Park
Sequoyah Park
4.6 (383 ratings)4.5 (22 ratings)
City park set on 87 acres, offering picnic spaces, playing fields & 2.6 miles of greenways & trails.
1400 Cherokee Blvd, Knoxville, TN 37919, USA
ParkNature & ParksBodies of Water
Mentioned by Knoxville 1 day itinerary
24 Hours of Exploration: The Ultimate Adventure Day in Knoxville
"If you’re up for a solid 12-mile (roundtrip) challenge, head to Sequoyah Park and back. Otherwise, enjoy the relative calm of the Tennessee at your own pace until you’re ready to shower up and ease into the evening with a hearty dinner before a night out on the town.7:00 pm"
Mentioned by Knoxville Weekend
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"Here’s another place on the water, and it comes with some impressive views. This West Knoxville park is right on the water. It’s all about staying active at Sequoyah – they have an exercise area, and trails for running and biking."
Mynatt Park
Mynatt Park
4.6 (304 ratings)4.5 (90 ratings)
Park with a children's fishing stream, playground, pavilion & multiple sport courts.
622 Historic Nature Trail, Gatlinburg, TN 37738, USA
ParkNature & Parks
Country Music Park
Country Music Park
4 (8 ratings)
235-299 W Summit Hill Dr SW, Knoxville, TN 37902, USA
Park
High Ground Park
High Ground Park
4.7 (103 ratings)4.5 (6 ratings)
1000 Cherokee Trail, Knoxville, TN 37920, USA
ParkNature & ParksNature & Wildlife Areas
Mentioned by RootsRated
5 Picturesque Outdoor Spots in Knoxville
"This spot made its RootsRated debut in our 8 Ways to Wile Away the Summer post, but we thought this stunning overlook was well-deserving of an encore. In South Knoxville at 1121 Cherokee Trail, you'll find a dirt parking lot near High Ground Park. Follow the gravel trail that begins in the lot all the way back through the River Bluff Wildlife Area to what is probably the most beautiful view of Knoxville."
Next to Heaven Ranch
Next to Heaven Ranch
4.7 (139 ratings)4.5 (285 ratings)
This Smokey Mountains destination features hiking, zip line rides, horseback riding & rustic cabins.
1239 Wears Valley Rd, Townsend, TN 37882, USA
Horse riding schoolWater & Amusement ParksAmusement centerCabin rental agencyHorseback riding serviceParkTheme Parks
Mentioned by christopherplace.com
BEST Smoky Mountains Horseback Riding Options in Tennessee
"Next to Heaven Ranch offers unguided trail rides, so the duration varies. For children under the age of 5, the single-rider price is halved. If the scenic views that you get on horseback aren’t enough, you can check out its zip-lining operation too."
Holston River Park
Holston River Park
4.4 (473 ratings)4 (11 ratings)
3300 Holston Hills Rd, Knoxville, TN 37914, USA
ParkNature & Parks
Mentioned by The Dog People by Rover.com
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"Knoxville tour continues… #knoxrocks #knoxfido #knoxdogpark #holstonriver #holstonriverpark #italiangreyhoundsofinstagram #italiangreyhound #iggy #dogclothes. A post shared by Bill Cameron (@summer_and_moose) on Jun 30, 2016 at 10:43am PDT"

Top Best Sushi Places & Restaurants in Wears Valley

Chaiyo Thai & Sushi Bar
Chaiyo Thai & Sushi Bar
4.5 (556 ratings)
Low-key Thai eatery offering curries, noodles & stir-fries, plus a variety of specialty sushi rolls.
601 James Agee St, Knoxville, TN 37916, USA
Thai restaurantAsian restaurantRestaurantSoutheast Asian restaurantSushi restaurant
Mentioned by Thrillist
The Essential Knoxville Restaurants
"601 James Agee StUnderrepresented in many “Best of Knoxville” lists, it seems that only university students and Fort Sanders residents frequent this overlooked gem. While known for sushi, soups, Thai tea, and a BYOB policy (right next door there’s a convenience store living up to its designation), Chaiyo does perhaps its best work with the pad Thai. It’s sunk in a red-orange sauce and can be prepared, like much of the menu, to varying levels of spiciness."
Fin-Two Japanese Ale House
Fin-Two Japanese Ale House
4.5 (317 ratings)
122 S Central St, Knoxville, TN 37902, USA
Japanese restaurantBarAuthentic Japanese restaurantIzakaya restaurantModern izakaya restaurantsRamen restaurantSake brewerySushi restaurantYakitori restaurant
Jai Dee Thai & Japanese Cuisine
Jai Dee Thai & Japanese Cuisine
4.7 (274 ratings)
Thai & Japanese classics like sushi, curry & chicken satay prepped in down-to-earth surrounds.
823 Melrose Pl, Knoxville, TN 37916, USA
Thai restaurantSushi restaurant

Best Diners in Wears Valley

Applebee's Grill + Bar
Applebee's Grill + Bar
4 (1854 ratings)
Full-service chain bar & grill providing hearty American eats in an informal setting.
5316 Central Avenue Pike, Merchant Dr, Knoxville, TN 37912, USA
RestaurantAmerican restaurantBar & grillDinerFamily restaurantHamburger restaurantSteak houseTraditional American restaurant
Asian River
Asian River
4.4 (225 ratings)
6714 Central Avenue Pike ste b, Knoxville, TN 37912, USA
DinerAsian restaurantChinese restaurantSushi restaurantThai restaurant
Denny's
Denny's
3.9 (3006 ratings)
Casual diner chain dishing up classic American comfort fare, including all-day breakfast favorites.
3716 Parkway, Pigeon Forge, TN 37863, USA
DinerAmerican restaurantBreakfast restaurant
Mentioned by late-night-dining-restaurants.find-near-me.info
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"Denny's is a nice inexpensive Traditional American Restaurant located not too far from the center of Pigeon Forge. It is a perfect spot for Family-Friendly Dining, Late Night Dining, Breakfast and Group Dining. Denny's is open every day of the week."

Best Coffee Shops and Cafes in Wears Valley

Aroma Cafe Cuban Food and Sandwiches
Aroma Cafe Cuban Food and Sandwiches
4.7 (1268 ratings)
Cozy cafe serving Cuban sandwiches & coffee in a colorful counter-serve space with outside seating.
2570 E Broadway Ave, Maryville, TN 37804, USA
Cuban restaurantCafe
Auntie Anne's
Auntie Anne's
3.4 (25 ratings)
Global chain of counters dispensing sweet & savory soft pretzels with a variety of toppings & dips.
131 The Island Dr #3104, Pigeon Forge, TN 37863, USA
Pretzel storeBakeryCafeRestaurant
Starbucks
Starbucks
4.2 (868 ratings)
Seattle-based coffeehouse chain known for its signature roasts, light bites and WiFi availability.
646 Winfield Dunn Pkwy, Sevierville, TN 37876, USA
Coffee shopBreakfast restaurantCafeCoffee storeEspresso barInternet cafe

Vacation Rentals, Airbnb, Hotels & Cabins near Wears Valley

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