An adventure centered around outdoor activities

Romantic Restaurants

Dancing Bear Appalachian Bistro

Enjoy an intimate dining experience featuring elevated Appalachian cuisine made with fresh, seasonal ingredients. Its peaceful lodge setting and refined atmosphere make it ideal for a romantic evening.

Dancing Bear Appalachian Bistro

Trailhead Steak & Trout House

This cozy, rustic restaurant serves hearty steaks and fresh trout in a warm mountain setting. It’s a laid-back yet charming spot for a relaxed, romantic dinner after exploring the Smokies.

Trailhead Steak & Trout House

Apple Valley Café

Apple Valley Café offers comforting Southern favorites in a welcoming, small-town atmosphere. It’s perfect for couples looking for a quiet, casual meal with homemade charm.

Apple Valley Café

Heartfelt Activities

Scenic Drive & Picnic on Foothills Parkway

Enjoy a peaceful drive with sweeping mountain views, stopping for a sunset picnic that feels quiet, private, and perfectly romantic.

Scenic Drive & Picnic on Foothills Parkway

Explore Tuckaleechee Caverns

Wander hand in hand through the stunning underground beauty of Tuckaleechee Caverns for a truly unique experience.

Explore Tuckaleechee Caverns

Horseback Ride in Cades Cove

Take a leisurely horseback ride through Cades Cove, where open meadows and mountain views create a calm, romantic escape.

Horseback Ride in Cades Cove

Wine Tasting at Cades Cove Cellars

Relax together over local wine at Cades Cove Cellars, an easygoing spot perfect for slowing down and savoring the moment.

Wine Tasting at Cades Cove Cellars

Anakeesta

Soak in lively romance as you stroll through this adventure park with much to do and picture-perfect spots.

Anakeesta

Couple's Compass

Cabin Recommendations

Romantic Spots In The Smokies

Stargazing in the Smokies

Lay out a blanket beneath the Smokies’ dark, quiet skies at Newfound Gap and share a peaceful moment watching the stars stretch endlessly above you.

Stargazing in the Smokies

Sunset at The Gatlinburg Skybridge

Enjoy a magical sunset at The Gatlinburg Skybridge as the Smokies light up with color around you.

Sunset at The Gatlinburg Skybridge

Clingmans Dome (Kuwohi)

Stand together at the highest point in the Smokies, where panoramic views and crisp mountain air make the moment feel unforgettable and intimate.

Clingmans Dome (Kuwohi)

More Curated Adventures

a note from the owners

Your Townsend adventure just got a whole lot easier! We’ve taken the hassle out of planning by creating a variety of curated travel experiences tailored to your interests. Whether you're seeking adrenaline-pumping thrills, tranquil moments in nature, or a journey through history, we’ve got the perfect adventure lined up for you. Simply choose the trip that matches your style, and leave the rest to us!

All curated trips