Spring Break: Vacation in East Tennessee

Your perfect spring break vacation isn’t waiting for you at some overcrowded beach surrounded by pricey activities; it’s right here in East Tennessee! We have the perfect cabin getaway just for you with the best Spring Break activities only a short drive away. Imagine the memories you can make in East Tennessee at…

Ijams Nature Center

Voted Top 3 Attraction by TripAdvisor and Favorite Place for Family Fun by the News Sentinel, Ijams Nature Center is a must see in Knoxville. Admission is free and hours are from 8 am till dusk. The visitor center provides you with all the maps and activities and even created a Must See list that includes: Historic Mead’s Quarry, The Keyhole at Ross Marble Quarry, Jo’s Grove (playscape for kids), Tennessee River Boardwalk, Historic Home Sites, Ijams Crag, and so much more. Check out their website for information and a full list of activities – www.ijams.org.

Lost Sea Adventure

Embark on an unforgettable journey at The Lost Sea Adventure. You begin with a tour of the caverns and epic tales of the cavern’s colorful history. Then, when you reach the bottom of the cave, an amazing boat ride awaits on America’s Largest Underground Lake. Find out daily tour times and pricing at www.thelostsea.com

Downtown Knoxville

When Spring weather finally arrives in Knoxville, it’s time to get out in downtown. Start your day with visit to the Knoxville Museum of Art (free admission), then a walk around World’s Fair Park and a ride to the top of the Sunsphere (also free), and finish with a stroll through Market Square. In your walking adventure of Downtown Knoxville, be sure to check out all the shops and bistros offering everything you can image to tantalize your taste buds.

Knoxville Zoo

What is a vacation without a trip to the local zoo? You have to make time to go to the Knoxville zoo, I highly recommend and you won’t be disappointed. The new tiger exhibit is now open and they have behind-the-scene-tours and so many more experiences for you to enjoy. Their visitor and ticket information can be found at www.zooknoxville.org.

Knoxville Botanical Garden

You deserve a moment to stop and smell the flowers in bloom at the Knoxville Botanical Gardens. Admission is free and the gardens are open daily from sunrise to sunset. Plan your visit at www.knoxgarden.org.

The Gentle Barn

This is a new experience in Knoxville that is quickly becoming a traveler favorite. The Gentle Barn is an animal sanctuary for rescued animals from abuse and neglect that can’t be adopted. There are so many animals with amazing stories for you to meet up close and personal. The Gentle Barn does offer private and VIP tours. Go to www.gentlebarn.org/tennessee/ for hours and ticket pricing.

Smoky Mountain National Park

The Smoky Mountain National Park offers tons of activities. You could practically spend your entire Spring Break hiking trails and camping in the park. You can explore Cade’s Cove, walk trails that take you to the most beautiful look out points, picnic, check out the local wildlife, and so much more. The park service has made planning your visit a breeze with the Smokies Trip Planner and organized lists of all the things to do. Plan your trip to the Smoky Mountain National Park today!

East Tennessee has everything you need for the perfect Spring Break Vacation! We can’t wait for you to have the best time of your life. While you’re looking at all the things to do, check out our cabins, listed below, that will make your trip to East Tennessee unforgettable.