If you’ve never made it out to Watertown, Tennessee – you truly haven’t lived just yet. This sweet town lies less than an hour from Music City lines, but it packs a whole lot of small town southern punch. We made a visit for the Jazz Festival and fell in love with the open square, historic buildings, and kind people. It’s a bit of Tennessee paradise that will get you the infusion of summertime sweetness you’re looking for. Ready for a charming day trip? Let’s go!
Farm4 - Flickr The downtown is situated around a main city square, which gives Watertown the feel of Maycomb in, “To Kill a Mockingbird.” It denotes the edge of southern homespun class.
Watertown - Wikipedia Captain William Thompon settled the area in 1780, but it wasn’t until 1905 that the town was incorporated. It was when Nashville and Knoxville built a railroad depot in 1885 that the town truly took off.
Watertown - Wikipedia Humble to the core, Watertown’s city hall is a testament to the heart of these kind people.
Watertown - Wikipedia We made sure to stop by for some ice cream at Adelita’s, and it comes HIGHLY recommended. Dinner was at Nonna Lisa Pizzeria, a local family spot that was positively delicious. We’ll be back!
Denise Mattox - Flickr The Stardust Drive-In is located in Watertown and draws crowds from miles around. If you’re looking for a summer night a la Sandy and Danny of Grease, you’re set.
Wikimapia With only 1.2 square miles attributed to Watertown, there’s just enough room for the 1,477 residents. Keeping it small is a good thing, in our book. It’s the character that’s huge.
TN Vacation Watertown is a great spot to wander on a warm afternoon, smiling at the locals and holding sticky hands with your little ones as they devour an ice cream cone. Antiquing is on fire, and you can even take the train out. Winning on all fronts, here!
Watertown is a great place that truly embodies the spirit of the south and is perfect for a day trip. We fell in love with it in one visit! Plus, check these epic hiking spots – you’ll never want to leave Tennessee.
Farm4 - Flickr
The downtown is situated around a main city square, which gives Watertown the feel of Maycomb in, “To Kill a Mockingbird.” It denotes the edge of southern homespun class.
Watertown - Wikipedia
Captain William Thompon settled the area in 1780, but it wasn’t until 1905 that the town was incorporated. It was when Nashville and Knoxville built a railroad depot in 1885 that the town truly took off.
Humble to the core, Watertown’s city hall is a testament to the heart of these kind people.
We made sure to stop by for some ice cream at Adelita’s, and it comes HIGHLY recommended. Dinner was at Nonna Lisa Pizzeria, a local family spot that was positively delicious. We’ll be back!
Denise Mattox - Flickr
The Stardust Drive-In is located in Watertown and draws crowds from miles around. If you’re looking for a summer night a la Sandy and Danny of Grease, you’re set.
Wikimapia
With only 1.2 square miles attributed to Watertown, there’s just enough room for the 1,477 residents. Keeping it small is a good thing, in our book. It’s the character that’s huge.
TN Vacation
Watertown is a great spot to wander on a warm afternoon, smiling at the locals and holding sticky hands with your little ones as they devour an ice cream cone. Antiquing is on fire, and you can even take the train out. Winning on all fronts, here!
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