There are plenty of small towns located across the face of The Volunteer State, but there are only a few that maintain a sense of good, old-fashioned hospitality against a summer vacation backdrop. Winchester, Tennessee is home to fewer than 10,000 people, but every summer a solid cluster of return visitors make their way to the nearby Tims Ford Lake. If you’re in search of a summer town that’s perfect for long, lazy days on the lake, a Saturday spent shopping downtown, and a good meal at a hometown eatery, then you’ll find plenty of things to do in Winchester, Tennessee!

Winchester, Tennessee is perfectly located right on the Tims Ford Lakeshore.
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It is known for its tight-knit local community, regular social events, and even outdoor concerts and wine tastings. The downtown square is perfect for wandering, with great boutiques and restaurants.
If you do find yourself in the city, make sure you don’t miss the Franklin County Courthouse.
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The impressive building is known for its thoughtfully rendered architecture and solid, grounding presence in Winchester’s downtown. It was built in the early 20th century and boasts an Art Deco style.
Since the town is home to less than 10,000 folks you won’t have to worry about crowds or an overwhelming glut of visitors throughout the year.
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No, instead expect rolling hills as you journey through Tennessee to your destination, and don’t forget your fishing line! You may just catch a trophy bass in the lake.

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There are plenty of vacation homes that dot the Tims Ford Reservoir.
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It's more commonly referred to as Tims Ford Lake, and at 3,546 acres this south-central Tennessee lake is prime for swimming, boating, and skiing.
Nearby you will find attractions like the Cowan Railroad Museum, Falls Mill, a famed Confederate Memorial Cemetery, and the Branchwater Distillery.
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Although you can spend an entire vacation wandering Winchester’s downtown and spending time on the lake, it’s not hard to access other neat experiences in the area.
What a darling place to visit!
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If you haven't been to Winchester, Tennessee, then the summer is the perfect time to plan a trip...or maybe two. It really is one of the most charming small towns in Tennessee!

You can learn more about this cool little town on the official Winchester website or Winchester Facebook page.

If you’re a thrill seeker, then check out these 7 exhilarating Tennessee adventures your entire family will love.

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Adventures in Tennessee

Lysa Allman-Baldwin | March 20, 2023

Where can we find unique things to do in Tennessee?

  • At The Lost Sea in the hills of East Tennessee, you can take a glass-bottomed boat across what is the second-largest underground lake in the world.
  • At Foxfire Mountain Adventure Park in Sevierville, you can zip-line and walk across the longest swinging bridge in America.
  • On the Ocoee River in Polk County, you will find fun whitewater rafting adventures suitable for all ages.

Read on to learn more about the many unique things to do in Tennessee.

Where can we go swimming in Tennessee?

  • Cummins Falls in Cookeville has a swimming hole and a waterfall too.
  • Dollywood's Splash Country in Pigeon Forge is a fun waterpark with a “Rivers of East Tennessee” theme.
  • Nashville Shores Waterpark and Treetop Adventure Park on Percy Priest Lake also offers  lake rental and lodging.

Read on to learn about many other cool places to go swimming in Tennessee.

Where can we go bargain shopping in Tennessee?

  • The Great Smokies Flea Market in Kodak features over 1,000 rotating vendors.
  • Starland Vintage & Unusual in Nashville sells vintage clothing, home goods, jewelry, records, novelties, books, and more.
  • The Ogle Brothers General Store in Sevierville features everything you can think of and has been owned by the same family for well over a century.

Read on to learn about the many other wonderful places to go bargain shopping in Tennessee.

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