Visiting Bristol, Tennessee/Virginia
Two States. One State of Mind.
Travel to State Street, where the state lines of Tennessee and Virginia meet, and walk in the footsteps of country music legends. Bristol is the bridge between The Crooked Road: Virginia’s Music Heritage Trail and Tennessee’s Music Pathways—the place where your exciting journey through the history of country music begins.
Explore Historic Downtown Bristol, Tennessee-Virginia and beyond
Bristol’s beautifully revitalized and walkable historic downtown will make you feel right at home among our locally owned restaurants, breweries, shops, galleries, hotels, and businesses—even an award-winning craft distillery—all just steps away from the Birthplace of Country Music Museum.
Make it a destination with an overnight stay at The Bristol Hotel or The Sessions Hotel; take in a show at the elegant Paramount Bristol or the Cameo, Theatre Bristol’s historic venue; lunch at the famous Burger Bar where Hank Williams was last seen alive or enjoy a glass of wine at Dragonfly Book Bar; enjoy a sweet treat at Southern Churn or Blackbird Bakery; and so much more! Visit BelieveInBristol.org for everything within walking distance of the museum.
Go fly fishing on South Holston Lake, hike at Sugar Hollow Park or Steele Creek Park, or take in a race at Bristol Motor Speedway. There’s so much do and so much beauty to explore!
Visit the website at ExploreBristol.com to go beyond!
Start Your Journey Here
The Birthplace of Country Music Museum is located at 101 Country Music Way, Bristol, Virginia 24201.
The Tennessee Side
Bristol Caverns, South Holston Lake, Hands On! Discovery Center and Gray Fossil Site are just a few must-see attractions to behold. Paramount Bristol and Theatre Bristol host a plethora of incredible live shows year-round. We also recommend taking in live music at the legendary venue The Down Home in Johnson City.
Tennessee side has just as much to offer in the way of attractions and outdoor recreation, all within an hour’s drive or less from Bristol. Our tourism partners and friends at Northeast Tennessee Tourism Association will help guide you.
The Virginia Side
Bristol is part of the greater region of Southwest Virginia, which is steeped in the traditions of Appalachian music, arts, culture, and outdoor adventure. From the Carter Family Fold in Hiltons to the historic Barter Theatre in Abingdon, our friends at Visit Southwest Virginia are the best resource for things to do and see just outside Bristol on the Virginia side.
