Parks & Nature
Absolutely beautiful views and the hike can be as easy or hard as you want because there are tons of views during the entire hike.
27 locals recommend
Carver's Gap
Absolutely beautiful views and the hike can be as easy or hard as you want because there are tons of views during the entire hike.
Beautiful views after a short hike! And its minutes from downtown Johnson City.
32 locals recommend
Buffalo Mountain Park
570 Highridge RdBeautiful views after a short hike! And its minutes from downtown Johnson City.
There are a few different hiking options to this Fire Tower in Unicoi, TN with 365-degree gorgeous views. It can be a 9 mile hike or you can drive part of the way up there.
12 locals recommend
Pinnacle Mountain Fire Tower
There are a few different hiking options to this Fire Tower in Unicoi, TN with 365-degree gorgeous views. It can be a 9 mile hike or you can drive part of the way up there.
Enjoy a picnic or a stroll around Founder's Park. During the Christmas Season, the park is covered in decorated Christmas trees. In the Summer, there is live music in the park on Friday evening.
16 locals recommend
Founders Park
225 Commerce StEnjoy a picnic or a stroll around Founder's Park. During the Christmas Season, the park is covered in decorated Christmas trees. In the Summer, there is live music in the park on Friday evening.
The Tweetsie Trail is a rails-to-trails project traversing the former East Tennessee & Western North Carolina Railroad right-of-way between Johnson City and Elizabethton. A gradual tread of packed rock, the 9.6-mile trail provides opportunities for walking, running, and biking in a beautiful, natural setting. The railroad was known as the “Tweetsie,” a reference to the sound of its steam whistles.
The Tweetsie Trail begins at 116 Van Brocklin Way in Johnson City. This trailhead includes paved parking, benches, water fountains, a bike repair station, and a portable restroom.
Tweetsie Trail
The Tweetsie Trail is a rails-to-trails project traversing the former East Tennessee & Western North Carolina Railroad right-of-way between Johnson City and Elizabethton. A gradual tread of packed rock, the 9.6-mile trail provides opportunities for walking, running, and biking in a beautiful, natural setting. The railroad was known as the “Tweetsie,” a reference to the sound of its steam whistles.
The Tweetsie Trail begins at 116 Van Brocklin Way in Johnson City. This trailhead includes paved parking, benches, water fountains, a bike repair station, and a portable restroom.
Beauty Spot
Blue Hole
National Forest 202Lamar Alexander Rocky Fork State Park
501 Rocky Fork RoadElk River Falls
Elk River RoadMargarette Falls Trailhead Parking Area
Rock Creek Recreation Area
Laurel Falls
Sill Branch Falls
Spivey Falls
Lower Higgins Creek Trail
Food & Drink Scene
Great atmosphere! One of our favorite places to have great tacos and a beer.
22 locals recommend
White Duck Taco Shop
126 Buffalo StGreat atmosphere! One of our favorite places to have great tacos and a beer.
There is always something fun going on in this up-and-coming downtown.
7 locals recommend
Downtown Johnson City
601 E Main StThere is always something fun going on in this up-and-coming downtown.
This is our favorite restaurant in Johnson City. The food, cocktails, and environment are amazing!
Timber!
415 W Walnut StThis is our favorite restaurant in Johnson City. The food, cocktails, and environment are amazing!
Delicious food! Highly recommended! A bit more on the pricey side. You will definitely want a reservation!
Juniper
Delicious food! Highly recommended! A bit more on the pricey side. You will definitely want a reservation!
Blue's Brews
109 Cherry StreetBest coffee in town and is a beautiful place to sit and relax.
Johnson City Brewing Company
257 E Main StExcellent craft beer made locally!
This is a cozy space to enjoy a well-crafted cocktail at the end of your evening.
The Windsor Speakeasy
This is a cozy space to enjoy a well-crafted cocktail at the end of your evening.
Stop in for a quick lunch. Have the 2 taco lunch special. Very good! You pick the protein you want. Soft shell. Comes with a "few" chips only $6.99.
16 locals recommend
Holy Taco Cantina
211 E Main StStop in for a quick lunch. Have the 2 taco lunch special. Very good! You pick the protein you want. Soft shell. Comes with a "few" chips only $6.99.
Classic, homestyle German dishes plus Bavarian beer served in a cozy, relaxed setting. Very affordable lunch menu.
22 locals recommend
Freiberg's
203 E Main StClassic, homestyle German dishes plus Bavarian beer served in a cozy, relaxed setting. Very affordable lunch menu.
Popular restaurant serving Indian cooking & cocktails in a relaxed, stylish dining room.
You must try the lunch buffet! Sooo GOOD!
Sahib
1803 W Market StPopular restaurant serving Indian cooking & cocktails in a relaxed, stylish dining room.
You must try the lunch buffet! Sooo GOOD!
Label Restaurant
112 Tipton StSouthern Craft BBQ
601 Spring StJohnson City Brewing Company
257 E Main StRed Meze Burlington
109 Buffalo StreetBURG'r & BARREL
The Main Street Pizza Company
300 E Main StThe Black Olive - Downtown
Sahib
1803 W Market StFamily Fun
Quantum Leap Trampoline Sports Arena is Northeast Tennessee’s premiere indoor family fun zone. Located in the heart of historic downtown Johnson City, Quantum Leap will change the way you think about family fun. With over 41,000 square feet of wall-to-wall trampolines, arcade, café, laser tag arena, Badl Axe throwing and much more, Quantum Leap proudly has something fun for every member of the family, from toddlers to adults.
9 locals recommend
Quantum Leap Trampoline Sports Arena
117 E King StQuantum Leap Trampoline Sports Arena is Northeast Tennessee’s premiere indoor family fun zone. Located in the heart of historic downtown Johnson City, Quantum Leap will change the way you think about family fun. With over 41,000 square feet of wall-to-wall trampolines, arcade, café, laser tag arena, Badl Axe throwing and much more, Quantum Leap proudly has something fun for every member of the family, from toddlers to adults.
Wallabies is the Tri-Cities' premier indoor inflatable party and play center located in Johnson City, Tennessee. Fun for the whole family!
Wallabies Parties & Play
3102 Hanover RdWallabies is the Tri-Cities' premier indoor inflatable party and play center located in Johnson City, Tennessee. Fun for the whole family!
Just Jump Trampoline Park in Johnson City is 22,000 square-foot state-of-the-art entertainment, fitness and sports facility. Our open jump space, dodge ball, three-lane air bag jump, gladiator pit, two basketball dunking goals, obstacle course and virtual games make us the premier location for family fun, parties, corporate team building and social outings for all ages and occasions!
24 locals recommend
Just Jump Trampoline Park
2304 Silverdale DrJust Jump Trampoline Park in Johnson City is 22,000 square-foot state-of-the-art entertainment, fitness and sports facility. Our open jump space, dodge ball, three-lane air bag jump, gladiator pit, two basketball dunking goals, obstacle course and virtual games make us the premier location for family fun, parties, corporate team building and social outings for all ages and occasions!
The park consists of 10.4 acres and is one of our most popular parks, with an annual attendance of over 40,000. The park is open April through October and is primarily used as a picnic facility in a natural setting. Amenities include six covered picnic shelters, restrooms, picnic tables, multi-use playing field, and a brand new all inclusive playground area.
Splash Pad at Rotary park
The park consists of 10.4 acres and is one of our most popular parks, with an annual attendance of over 40,000. The park is open April through October and is primarily used as a picnic facility in a natural setting. Amenities include six covered picnic shelters, restrooms, picnic tables, multi-use playing field, and a brand new all inclusive playground area.
Located right across the street from the Johnson City Public Library is a park where kids love to explore and play! The library-playground combo makes for a great outing with kids. The play ground is located at 301 N Roan St
Playground
301 N Roan StLocated right across the street from the Johnson City Public Library is a park where kids love to explore and play! The library-playground combo makes for a great outing with kids. The play ground is located at 301 N Roan St
Local Services
Johnson City Medical Center
400 N State of Franklin RdFranklin Woods Community Hospital
300 Med Tech PkwyTraveler advice
Getting around
Getting Around
If you are staying in one of our spaces in downtown Johnson City, then, walking is the best way to get around to many experiences. However, a car is essential to seeing the surrounding areas.
Don't miss
Candy Land Christmas
Candy Land Christmas features over 150 natural trees decorated by area businesses, residents, and non-profit organizations. The holiday trees spanning two downtown parks will transform King Commons to Cupcake Commons and Founders Park to the Gumdrop Forest.
Tree decorating will be Tuesday, Nov. 21 to Saturday, Nov. 25 from 7 a.m. to 5 p.m. This year’s event is scheduled to kick-off with a Grand Lighting Ceremony on Saturday, Nov. 25 at 6:30 p.m. The display will remain lit 24 hours a day until closing on Jan. 7.
Book before you go
Saturday Night Dinner
If you are hoping to eat dinner at one of the popular restaurants on our list, then, I advise you to make a reservation on Friday and Saturday evenings. These restaurants can fill up fast in the evenings of the weekends.
Traveling with kids
Are you traveling with Kids?
If you want a bit of extra help during your travels, reach out to let us know if you are traveling with kids, as some of our spaces have little extras for children! We may be able to help guide you into a better space curated for your stay.