Spend The Day Exploring Dozens Of Caves In Tennessee's Bristol Caverns

Tennessee is known as Ol’ Rocky Top for the bedrock that is just beneath the state’s surface. Sure, it may make building a house a bit difficult, but the cave systems that hide under the state’s rolling hills are prime for adventure. Bristol Caverns can be found on the state’s very edge, right at the northern border, and remain perhaps one of the best hidden gems in the state. Learn all about it below and plan your own trip!

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Bristol Caverns is located in Bristol, Tennessee, and the seasonal attraction is known for its stunning subterranean structures and tour guides who are knowledgeable and engaging.

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Tours are offered throughout the year, although hours will differ depending on the time of year you book. Bristol Caverns is open every day of the week until 4 p.m. from November through February and until 5 p.m. from March to October. Tours are made by appointment and leave from the on-site gift shop every 20 minutes.

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The one-hour tour will take you through some of the oldest and most stunning attractions in the state. As one of the most popular attractions in Bristol, the caverns have been attracting visitors for years.

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The caverns are said to be roughly 400 million years old. The underground caverns sheltered Indigenous peoples throughout history. The folks at Bristol Caverns have illuminated the trails and pathways with light, so you'll be able to see the stunning columns and arches with ease.

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Make sure you keep an eye out for the stunning rock formations found along the pathway. Each tour should take roughly one hour.

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Ooh and ahh at the Underground Rive; both Lover's Leap and Bridal Veil are photo-worthy. Your tour guide will take you along the entirety of the cavern trail and regale you with local lore and history along the way.

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Bristol Caverns is tucked away on the Tennessee-Virginia state line, but it's well worth the trek. Dramatic and naturally stunning, the cave system will give you a new appreciation for the natural wonder of the world.

You can learn more about Tennessee’s Bristol Caverns either on its official website or perhaps even on Facebook, right here.

Continue the fun with a visit to The Beloved Hole-In-The-Wall That Serves The Arguably Best Burger In All Of Tennessee.