The Peaceful Side of the Smokies.

Drawn by clean air and mythical light, visitors come to experience traditions, fine art, great cuisine and natural beauty of the landscape.

Far away from the every day!

Beautiful neighborhoods, extraordinary schools, great restaurants and a rich cultural history make our city an ideal place to call home.

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Welcome to the City of Townsend! We are a small, close-knit community surrounded by the beauty of the Smoky Mountains. Townsend is one of the three main gateways to Cades Cove, one of the most popular destinations in the Smokies. We welcome you to our page and hope you enjoy the content and learn about what Townsend, the peaceful side of the Smokies, has to offer!

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Town Highlights

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New City Hall

September 16, 2018| Town News

The goal of the proposed ordinance is to create safe venues for customers and to discourage illegal activities. The governing officials of... Read More → New City Hall

Parkway!

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Volunteers are the heart of a community. Our volunteers are a valuable resource for our fast-growing, fast-paced city.

Our city relies on our volunteers for everything from staffing special event, such as Freedom Fest and Merry Main Street, to assisting departments with daily activities, such as shelving library books, filing records or using GIS equipment.

City of Townsend

123 Tiger Dr • Townsend, TN 37882
Phone: (865) 448-6886
Monday – Friday, 8:00 am – 4:30 pm