Location: Sweetwater
Top Things to do in Sweetwater
Top 7 Things to do in Sweetwater, United States
Sweetwater is a city in Monroe and McMinn counties in the U.S. state of Tennessee, and the most populous city in Monroe County. The population was 5,586 at the 2000 census and 5,764 at the 2010 census. Sweetwater is the home of the Craighead Caverns which contains the Lost Sea, the United States' largest underground lake.
Restaurants in Sweetwater
1. The Lost Sea Adventure
Overall Ratings
4 based on 873 reviews
The Lost Sea is open daily except Thanksgiving Day and Christmas Day. The Lost Sea is America's Largest Underground Lake. All tours are guided tours and last for approximately one hour and twenty minutes. Reservations are not required. The adult rate is $19.95 and children 5-12 are $10.95 children 4 and under are free. We do offer a group rate for groups of 15 or more. We also offer a Wild Cave Adventure tour for groups of 12 or more. You may even spend the night on the Wild Cave Tour. The Lost Sea is also a Civil War Trail Marker. The oldest known date in the cave is a date of 1863. This date has been carbon tested and does prove to be an authentic date.
Reviewed By jwmcrazynurse - Augusta, Georgia
My girls wanted to go on a "cave adventure" while we were on vacation this past summer. This is a GREAT cave adventure for children who are"first timers." The entrance tunnel which begins the adventure is neat as you start to move downwards into the cave. The tour guide was very informative and interesting (BUT WE WISHED that he would have SLOWED DOWN since my wife walks with a cane and can't walk as fast as most people). That was the only draw back -> the guide was inconsiderate of the fact that some people in the group were slower walking and had a harder time keeping up (especially on the trek back up the path towards the "bear's claw" resting point. By the time my family was able to make it to the resting point coming back up because of my wife having to walk with a cane and we were taking our time helping her, the guide said "ok, let's go and head on up." I'm sorry, but that was rude and very inconsiderate of those with disabilities who would also like to enjoy some "adventures' as well. The overall trail is wide enough and fine for the tour but the guides need to be more patient and considerate. The glass bottom boats were neat and fun, and my children enjoyed seeing the "blind" trout and watching the trout get fed. My children also enjoyed seeing everything else there as well including the gem mining, glass shop and glass blower, the gift shop, and even the snack bar / grill was good for lunch. Overall, this is well worth seeing as a stop during your travels. We would visit again and my children have already said they want to see it again some day.
2. Sweetwater Valley Farm
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 140 reviews
Reviewed By Volboy13 - Sevierville, Tennessee
Drove from Sevierville Tennessee, round trip 130 miles and it was worth it.. Great family owned business in Tennessee and Wisconsin has nothing on these folks. GREAT Cheese, must have 30 different flavors, and all very good. Go to their web-site and order. You will re-order I promise. !!!!
3. Benton's Smoky Mountain Country Hams
Overall Ratings
5 based on 77 reviews
Reviewed By Mark G - Tellico Plains, Tennessee
I have purchased numerous products from Benton's and have never been disappointed. I have even had my own hogs cured by them and they were awesome. While they may not offer that service anymore they still make a superior product. Highly recommend.
4. Sweetwater Flea Market
Overall Ratings
3.5 based on 58 reviews
Reviewed By reprof - Atlanta
This is a positive shout-out to the public-spirited management, not a review of the flea market contents. When everyone else in town was charging $30 or more for eclipse parking August 21, the Flea Market was charging a reasonable $5--and with real restrooms, not portopotties, to boot. It turned out to be a great place to experience totality. The parking lot was largely empty; a shame more people didn't take advantage of the location and price.
5. Tsali Notch Vineyard
Overall Ratings
5 based on 28 reviews
Reviewed By ChildeRoland - Knoxville, TN
This is a beautiful vineyard managed by people very knowledgeable about wines and wine making. The wine is all from muscadine grapes and has a unique taste, particularly the white wine. The owners have done a superb job of incorporating local history into their process....MoreThank You!! See you Soon!!
6. Bobby Todd Antiques
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 3 reviews
Reviewed By toddrichesin - Knoxville, TN
Bobby Todd is an amazing gift and antique shop! It's easy to get lost in their beautiful displays of well-priced antique items. They feature very stylish items from European antiques, American antiques, and primitive pieces, all cleverly displayed. The staff is friendly, knowledgeable, and helpful. If you go from October through December, their Christmas display is among the best I have seen anywhere in the country, New York included! There are other charming stores in Historic Downtown Sweetwater as well, so be sure to visit them all, but Bobby Todd is definitely the center piece!
7. Loch Low-Minn
Overall Ratings
5 based on 5 reviews
We are a scuba diving resort in Athens, TN that is based around a ten acre quarry lake. Our crystal clear waters are home to the ancient and extraordinary paddlefish, among other aquatic wildlife. Since coming under new management in the summer of 2014, we have been hard at work improving both our on-site and online amenities.
Reviewed By grantc2013 - USA
There are several places to dive locally here in East Tennessee but for the facilities, area, and generally good visibility Loch Low Minn has it all. I'm an instructor and this is the only place I take my students and one of the few places I frequent locally for fun dives.
There is ample parking bathroom facilities near the entry point, newer picnic tables and plenty of them and a nice level road going down to the water. The owner has some great plans for 2016 as well.
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