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It’s that time of year when road trips are at the top of the list of things to do. When you live in Morrison, there is a long list of places you can go visit, allowing for a fun road trip.
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McMinnville
McMinnville is just a hop and a skip away from Morrison and offers several things to do such as taking a tour of the Falcon Rest Mansion & Gardens. Built in 1896, the southern mansion captures the essence of the time. Take in the beauty of each room filled with period antiques then stroll through the manicured gardens. Stop by the gift shop for a souvenir then head to the Victorian Tea Room for food and refreshments. The mansion is open daily from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Also in McMinnville, Cumberland Caverns offers 32 miles of beautiful underground landscape. As you begin the walking tour of the U.S. National Landmark, you’ll see underground waterfalls, stunning rock formations, and quiet pools along the way. The caverns are open year-round from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.
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Nashville
A visit to Music City opens the door to a variety of sights and sounds for all ages. For the music lover, you’ll want to put the Grand Ole Opry on your list and make your way to the Country Music Hall of Fame. Visit ancient Greece at Centennial Park where the full-scale replica of The Parthenon resides.
Other Nashville points of interest include The Hermitage, which is a beautiful display of Greek Revival architecture and home to President Jackson. Kids will enjoy spending the day at the Nashville Zoo at Grassmere where they’ll see wildlife from around the world. After a day of fun, light up the night with a visit to Tootsies Orchid Lounge for live music, food, and beverages.
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Chattanooga
Chattanooga has things to do above and below ground. For a view from the top, Lookout Mountain is a visual wonderland of beauty with caves and trails throughout the Civil War battle site. Get focused and take a memorable pic of 145-foot Ruby Falls.
The Tennessee Aquarium is a fine example of what you want an aquarium to be with its focus above and below the water. Get an up-close look at denizens of the deep such as sharks, jellyfish, assorted freshwater fish, river otters, and much more. Watch the penguins as they enjoy the day in and out of the water and colorful frogs leaping from leaf to leaf. Sit in on one of the daily animal programs and learn about lemurs, alligators, and turtles then participate in a creature close-up animal encounter.
Operating hours are 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. every day except Thanksgiving and Christmas day.
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Townsend
A little further south, but worth the drive, are the Tuckaleechee Caverns. Step down into the cool recesses of the caverns with their unusual formations. Tour the underground network with a guide leading the way through ancient passageways and see a stunning double waterfall. Absorb the peace and quiet while walking the same passages that moonshiners would tread. The caverns are open seven days a week with seasonal tours available March 15 through Nov. 15.
No matter which route you take from Morrison, all roads lead to fun and excitement.
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