Visitor Information & Services
BRISTOL Bristol Convention & Visitors Bureau 20 Volunteer Parkway, Bristol, TN 37620 423-989-4850 • www.visitbristoltnva.org tourism@bristolchamber.org
Birthplace of Country Music Recognized by the U.S. Congress as the official “Birthplace of Country Music,” Bristol pays tribute to the heritage of traditional bluegrass and country music. Daily concerts, events, and jam-sessions are available year-round at a variety of venues. The Bristol Rhythm & Roots Reunion Music Festival in September hosts more than a dozen stages with over 100 artists. Bristol is also the home place of Tennessee Ernie Ford. Contact the Birthplace of Country Music for a schedule of daily music events. Open M-F 9 a.m. - 5 p.m. • 276-645-0111 www.birthplaceofcountrymusic.org
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Bristol Motor Speedway & Dragway Get up-close and personal with America’s favorite NASCAR track. The Speedway’s new fan zone provides an intimate look at racing with interactive videos, a replica of the track’s 36 banking, drag-racing simulators, and real cross-sectioned stock cars. Get your taste of the driver’s perspective with a guided track tour, which even includes a ride around the “World’s Fastest Half-Mile.” Track Tours Available • Nov.-Feb. M-F 9 a.m. - 4 p.m. Mar.-Oct. M-S. 9 a.m.- 4 p.m.; Sun. Noon-4 p.m. *Tours not given during weeks of major Speedway or Dragway events. 151 Speedway Blvd. • Bristol • 423-989-6960
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Bristol Caverns Your imagination will see unique figures in the stalactites and stalagmites created by nature’s hand over the last 400 million years. Once used by Indians as an attack and escape route, the underground river remains an intriguing feature of this beautifully accessible cavern. [1 Hr.], Open Daily-seasonal hrs. 1157 Bristol Caverns Hwy. • Bristol • 423-878-2011
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