Hello Vacation Thrill Seekers,

My first visit to Bristol was in 2018 to shoot the video you see here. My brother in law's parents live in this charming community and so I decided to show it off a bit. Wow, did I have fun making this short video. The downtown is cool (and the TN-VA state line runs right down the middle of the street! I ate, drove a race car, hit the great outdoors and so much more. Explore for yourself and see what I mean! 

​Erik

BRISTOL - A LITTLE LIGHT READING

 

FAST FACTS
​Destination Name:  Bristol
State: Tennessee
​Closest Major Airport(s): Tri-Cities and McGhee Tyson Airport (TYS) 
Time Zone: Eastern
Currency: US Dollar
Continent: North America​
Country: USA

 

TRANSPORTATION
​Location: Bristol is located on the Tennessee Virginia border along I80 close to Great Smoky Mountains National Park. 

Car: I suggest renting a car for your visit. 
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THE WEATHER
Fall is my favorite season to visit this part of the country. Spring is also magnificent - especially during the Dogwood season. Winter is usually mild but snow is usually a part of the fun. Summers can get muggy so pack hot-weather clothes.

Video: Erik's Travel Tip No. 167: What To Do When it Rains

 

WHERE TO STAY
The Bristol Hotel

 

WHERE TO EAT
620 State Restaurant
Burger Bar

 

HELPFUL LINKS
Bristol has an official tourism bureau. Learn more by watching this video. 

Official Bristol CVB Site
Official State Tourism Bureau Site

MEET ERIK THE TRAVEL GUY!

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​Erik ​