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More and more travelers are looking for ways to see new places while still respecting the land and traditions of places they travel. We've made it easier for you by compiling this directory of places to stay, eat and have fun while still helping us preserve the best of Tennessee.
The businesses, events and attractions listed here all are working to take better care of the natural resources, the history, and the culture that make Tennessee such a great place to live or to visit.
212 Market Restaurant
At 212, we offer you the warmth and comfort of traditional southern hospitality, combined with a world-class culinary experience.
Choose from our award-winning wine list and heavenly dessert tray to complete your experience. ...more
Region: Chattanooga & Southeast
City: Chattanooga, TN
Phone: (423) 265-1212
Alpine Bagel Cafe
The Alpine bagel may very well be the best bagel on planet Earth! Chances are, if you want a particular bagel, Alpine will have it, among the basics: Plain, Onion, Blueberry, Spinach Parmesan, Poppy Seed, Sun-Dried Tomato, Onion, Jalapeno, Banana Walnut, Apple Cinnamon Raisin, Sesame, Whole Wheat with a new specialty every day. Bagels are baked fresh daily, and the wide variety of sumptuous spreads are made with delicious lowfat cream cheese. ...more
Region: Nashville & Surrounding Areas
City: Franklin, TN
Phone: 615-771-0341
Alpine Bagels
The Alpine bagel may very well be the best bagel on planet Earth! Chances are, if you want a particular bagel, Alpine will have it, among the basics: Plain, Onion, Blueberry, Spinach Parmesan, Poppy Seed, Sun-Dried Tomato, Onion, Jalapeno, Banana Walnut, Apple Cinnamon Raisin, Sesame, Whole Wheat with a new specialty every day. Bagels are baked fresh daily, and the wide variety of sumptuous spreads are made with delicious lowfat cream cheese. ...more
Region: Nashville & Surrounding Areas
City: Nashville, TN
Phone: 615-327-0055
Alpine Bagels, Maryland Farms
The Alpine bagel may very well be the best bagel on planet Earth! Chances are, if you want a particular bagel, Alpine will have it, among the basics: Plain, Onion, Blueberry, Spinach Parmesan, Poppy Seed, Sun-Dried Tomato, Onion, Jalapeno, Banana Walnut, Apple Cinnamon Raisin, Sesame, Whole Wheat with a new specialty every day. Bagels are baked fresh daily, and the wide variety of sumptuous spreads are made with delicious lowfat cream cheese. ...more
Region: Nashville & Surrounding Areas
City: Brentwood, TN
Phone: 615-221-2212
Amber Falls Winery & Cellars
Amber Falls Winery & Cellars is located in the beautiful high ridges of Middle Tennessee near the Natchez Trace Parkway, offering a variety of fine wines that appeal to nearly every palate.
Selections include several styles of reds, whites and blushes as well as a collection of novelty fruit wines. ...more
Region: Nashville & Surrounding Areas
City: Hampshire, TN
Phone:
Amish Country Mall
Amish Country Mall & Cafe has the best fried bologna sandwich in Middle Tennessee! And, don't miss Mom's best-ever homemade potato salad! Don't miss our great daily meat and veggie plates. Leave only after you have a slice of from-scratch mouthwatering pie. ...more
Region: Nashville & Surrounding Areas
City: Ethridge, TN
Phone: (931) 829-1621
Apple Valley Farms Country Stores and Cafe
The taste and touch of real country. Stroll the grounds, sip some cider, enjoy the scenery from a front-porch rocker. ...more
Region: Smoky Mountains
City: Townsend, TN
Phone: 865-448-9878
August Moon
Good affordable Chinese take-out, with buffet on Sunday, in the Green Hills area of Nashville. Wide variety of menu selections with familiar favorites in the Szechuan, Hunan and Mandarin styles. ...more
Region: Nashville & Surrounding Areas
City: Nashville, TN
Phone: 615-298-9999
Baja Burrito
Baja Burrito is a locally owned, independent burrito shop in the Berry Hill neighborhood of Nashville. Some vegetarian options. ...more
Region: Nashville & Surrounding Areas
City: Nashville, TN
Phone: 615-383-22
Beachaven Vineyards & Winery
Experience daily tours & tastings from one of Tennessee's premier wineries. This family owned vineyard also offers a summer treat - Jazz on the Lawn. ...more
Region: Nashville & Surrounding Areas
City: Clarksville, TN
Phone: 931-645-8867
Bell Buckle Antique & Craft District
Enjoy our quaint Victorian village with 12 unique shops, two antique malls and our local cafe. Host of many festivals throughout the year including the RC-Moon Pie Festival the 3rd Saturday in June. ...more
Region: Nashville & Surrounding Areas
City: Bell Buckle, TN
Phone: 931-389-9663
Bell Buckle Country Store
Family-owned and operated since 1995, we have a simple philosophy, to make the very best all-natural products possible. To do this we use only the finest ingredients cooked slowly in small batches using time-honored methods. ...more
Region: Nashville & Surrounding Areas
City: Lewisburg, TN
Phone: (931) 359-8000
Belle Meade Plantation
Once one of the largest private estates in Nashville encompassing 5,400 acres and home to five generations of the Harding-Jackson family, Belle Meade Plantation today is a 30-acre historic site 6 miles west of Nashville. Before the Civil War, Belle Meade flourished; today bullets from the Battle of Nashville scar the house, used as Confederate Gen. ...more
Region: Nashville & Surrounding Areas
City: Nashville, TN
Phone: 615-356-0501
Bloomin' Barbecue & Bluegrass Festival
At Sevierville's Bloomin' Barbeque and Bluegrass you will find far more than just great barbeque. It is a weekend of family fun, spring celebration and fantastic bluegrass. ...more
Region: Smoky Mountains
City: Sevierville, TN
Phone: 888-889-7415
Bluegrass Grill
Vegan-friendly restaurant with vegetarian options. Breakfast features biscuits and gravy, faux chorizo and soymilk. ...more
Region: Chattanooga & Southeast
City: Chattanooga, TN
Phone: 423-752-4020
Upcoming events
Date: May 17, 2013 - May 18, 2013
Bloomin' Barbecue & Bluegrass Festival
Location: Sevierville, TN
Date: May 18, 2013
Dartin' Downtown 5K Run/Walk
Location: Paris, TN
Date: May 18, 2013
Free Day in May
Location: Smyrna, TN
See more May events »
Enjoy the outdoorsSpelunking, anyone?
Tennessee has more than 3,800 documented caves. Cumberland Caverns in McMinnville, with 32.5 miles of explored passages, hosts monthly bluegrass shows.


