Family Travel
Big Smiles, Bigger Memories in Tennessee
Discover family fun across Tennessee, where nature, music, and interactive history make every stop a new adventure. From mountain thrills to music legends, Tennessee is full of kid-approved moments—and Best Western hotels make it all easy, with family-friendly amenities and locations close to the action.
Family Adventure, Mountains & More
Begin your family road trip in Gatlinburg, the gateway to the Great Smoky Mountains. Hike to Cataract Falls in the Great Smoky Mountains National Park, ride alpine coasters, or explore Anakeesta—an outdoor adventure park with zip lines, treetop walks, and scenic chairlifts.
In Knoxville, hands-on learning meets play at Muse Knoxville and Zoo Knoxville. Then drive to Chattanooga, where the Tennessee Aquarium and Ruby Falls offer indoor and outdoor fun rain or shine.
In between adventures, enjoy easy meals like pancakes from Pancake Pantry in Gatlinburg or a meal near the river at State of Confusion in Chattanooga. For an ice cream stop the family will thank you for, try Clumpies Ice Cream.
3-Day Family-Friendly Itinerary
Morning
Hike to Cataract Falls in Great Smoky Mountains National Park.
Gatlinburg
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Afternoon
Play at Anakeesta or Ripley’s Aquarium of the Smokies.
Dinner
Southern comfort food at Crockett’s Breakfast Camp
Morning
Explore Muse Knoxville.
Knoxville
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Afternoon
Lunch with burgers and fries at Stock & Barrel. Then Visit Zoo Knoxville.
Evening
Relax with a poolside evening at a local Best Western Knoxville hotel.
Morning
Visit Tennessee Aquarium.
Chattanooga
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Afternoon
Ride the Incline Railway to Lookout Mountain + explore Rock City
Evening
Family-friendly dining at State of Confusion. Then stop for ice cream at Clumpies.
