The Most Picturesque Towns In Tennessee

"While Tennessee grabs headlines for famous cities like Nashville and Memphis, the state boasts a collection of adorable little towns that charm first-timers with their stunning natural scenery, down-to-earth Southern hospitality, and rich local character. Set against the picturesque backdrop of rolling hills, mountain ranges, winding rivers, and scenic lakes, these beautiful communities invite travelers to skip the hustle and bustle of the city for a front-row seat to some of the most beautiful landscapes in the South. Whether drawn to elaborate old-world architecture in downtown Jonesborough or the scenic overlooks that define Gatlinburg's outdoor scenery, these picturesque towns in Tennessee deliver postcard-perfect charm at every turn.

Gatlinburg

Gatlinburg is a popular jumping-off base for exploring the Great Smoky Mountains National Park, with many of its notable points of interest offering sweeping panoramas of the iconic national park. Many people relish the thrill of riding a glass elevator to the 400-foot observation deck at the Gatlinburg Space Needle, which culminates in a 360-degree perspective of the town and the Smoky Mountains. The same is true for the Gatlinburg SkyPark, where an open-air chairlift takes you to an overlook 1,800 feet above the mountains for a chance to walk along the country's longest pedestrian cable bridge.

Meanwhile, vacationers looking to up the ante can sign up for a thrilling ride on the Moonshine Mountain Coaster. These single and double coaster cars whizz through dense forest trains at top speeds to make for an adrenaline-inducing way of exploring the Smoky Mountains scenery."