Think of these as CliffsNotes for your next Tennessee trip.
Chattanooga
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For nature lovers who also enjoy city life, Chattanooga is hard to beat.
And with that comes an abundance of hiking, kayaking, ziplining, and biking opportunities.

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A stop atCruze Farmfor some of the best soft-serve youve ever had is an essential.
Downtown and historic Market Square is home to mom-and-pop shops, a fantastic farmers market, and year-round events.
When youre done with your cave tour, the park itself has several hiking trails.

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Youll eat well here, too.
Bristol
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Get two states in one in this city on the Tennessee-Virginia border.
TheSouth Holston Lake and Damis popular spot for fishing during trout season, and it offers dramatic views.

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Or stay right in town within walking distance to everything atThe Bristol Hotel.
Visit theoldest homein Middle Tennessee, check out a brewery, and enjoy a slower pace of life.

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