Tuckaleechee Caverns - 25 miles west of Gatlinburg on US Hwy 321 & Tenn. Hwy 73. One of the greatest natural attractions of the Great Smokies. Open (March 15-Nov. 15) 9am-5pm (March & Nov. 10am-5pm). Rated a Diamond attraction by AAA. (865) 448-2274.

Tuggle's Gap Roadside Inn - Parkway MP 165. A Blue Ridge Landmark since 1938, renovated in 2021. Free hot breakfast, fast Wi-Fi & Parkway Views! www.tugglesgap.com (540) 745-3402.

Tweetsie Railroad – As the Carolina’s first theme park, Tweetsie Railroad is a unique attraction where guests can relive the Wild West featuring a ride through the Blue Ridge Mountains on a historic steam locomotive. Children of all ages enjoy western themed shows, amusement rides, shopping, panning for gold, and the animals in the Deer Park Zoo. Hours vary by Season, visit www.tweetsie for current schedule. Open 9am–6pm Fri.–Sun., early April through May. Open seven days a week from Memorial Day through late August. Fri.–Sun. late Aug. through Oct. Select Fri. & Sat. evenings, Sept.–Dec. 877-TWEETSIE (877-893-3874)

Twin River Outfitters - 4 miles from Parkway. Kayak, tube, canoe the scenic James River. Great fun! www.canoevirginia.net (540) 261-7334.

“Unto These Hills.” - Where Cherokee history comes alive, and drama is part of your adventure’s DNA. This outdoor drama is the Cherokee story, as portrayed by the Cherokee themselves nightly from June 1–August 16, except Sundays. Performed in the newly renovated Mountainside Theatre. Tickets and reservations are available at www.CherokeeDrama.com or (866) 554-4557.

Van Hook Glade Campground - 18 spacious campsites. 14014 Highlands Rd., Highlands, NC. Near beautiful Cliffside Lake. www.cfaia.org  (877) 444-6777.

Van in Black - Quality, affordable, and safe scenic tours, winery tours, or pub crawls in Sprinter vans. www.VanInBlack.com (800) 903-2503.

Vanquility Acres Inn - Rt 43S 8 mi. to Rt 838. Beautiful views of Peaks of Otter, mtns & lake, suites & cottages w/priv. baths, kitchens, cable/WiFi, pool. www.vanquilityacresinn.com (540) 587-9113, (540) 761-3652.

Veterans Museum - 21 E. Main, downtown Brevard. 35 mi. from
Pkwy MP 411.8. One-of-a-kind artifacts, uniforms, weaponry, themed
exhibits. Free admission. TheVeteransMuseum.org (828) 884-2131.

Villa Appalaccia Winery - 752 Rock Castle Gorge. Tuscan-style winery, just off Parkway on SR 720. www.villaappalaccia.com (540) 593-3100.

The Village Inn & Restaurant - I-81 Exit 243. Scenic rural setting, free HBO, relaxing pool and hot tub, deluxe playground, wireless internet, in-room coffee, microwave & refrigerator. AAA 3 Diamond. Family owned for 3 generations. www.thevillageinn.travel. (540) 434-7355.

Vinton - The Parkway - A Part of The Community. Convenient full service shopping, restaurants, festivals and events, farmers' market, history museum. www.vintonva.gov or (540) 983-0613.

Virginia Museum of the Civil War & New Market
Battlefield State Historical Park - Exhibit on entire Civil
War in VA, Battle of New Market exhibit. Museum shop, picnic area,
overlooks, walking trail. www.vmi.edu/newmarket (866) 515-1864.

Virginia Safari Park - Virginia's only 180-acre drive-thru zoo! Drive 3 miles of road where animals of all sizes, shapes and colors approach your vehicle in search of a tasty bucket of feed. See deer, camels, bison, zebras, elk, giraffe, and many more! 4 mi. North of Natural Bridge on Rt. 11 Left @ NB KOA. Open March-Nov. www.VirginiaSafariPark.com (540) 291-3205.

Walnut Hills Campground - RV park, campground, 15 mi. from Parkway MP 0. Rental cabins, clean bathrooms, dog park, pool. www.walnuthillscampground.com (540) 337-3920.

4 miles west of Parkway via US 250 or I-64. Shops, restaurants, gas, and outdoor recreation. Information center located at exit 99 off of I-64. www.VisitWaynesboro.net or (540) 943-5187.

Historic West Jefferson, located 14 mi. from MP 261. Art galleries, restaurants, unique shops. Find us online: www.visitwestjefferson.org. (866) 607-0093.

Westglow Resort & Spa - 1 mile from Parkway on Hwy 221. Open all year. Enjoy day spa packages, fine dining, and overnight visits. www.westglow.com (828) 295-4463.