A Sewanee Visitor's Guide
If you're in town for graduation, family weekend or just paying a visit, here's our guide to the best of Sewanee and nearby Monteagle...
Dining options
You'll find a variety of options nearby, from casual classics like Shenanigans and Blue Chair to our two Michelen Guide restaurants, Judith and Lunch. Monteagle has some great choices nearby, too...
Food & Drink - Monteagle
Mountain Top Restaurant
Bringing innovative techniques and recipes from across the globe to create an exceptional culinary experience. Open Mon-Fri for lunch, Saturday for brunch and Thur-Sat for dinner.
Food & Drink - Sewanee
Stirling's Coffee House
Campus coffee shop with sandwiches & salads
Food & Drink - Sewanee
Green's View Grill
Burgers, hot dogs & gourmet salads adjacent to golf pro shop
Food & Drink - Sewanee
Judith
Seasonal menu of creative and approachable dishes including a selection of small, shareable plates perfect for the bar crowd with accessible wines and a cocktail list.
Food & Drink - Sewanee
Shakerag at Sewanee Inn
Located at The Sewanee Inn, Shakerag overlooks a golf course with expansive views of the verdant valley known as Shakerag Hollow.
Food & Drink - Sewanee
Shenanigans
Restaurant & pub featuring sandwiches, pizza and craft beers with a back room "speakeasy" serving fine cocktails and live performance venue featuring regionally touring bands.
Food & Drink - Sewanee
La Bella Pearl
Organic Mediterranean fine dining in a villa-style atmosphere
Food & Drink - Sewanee
LUNCH
Farm-to-table restaurant with a rotating breakfast & lunch menu featuring local farmers & provisioners and a market for frozen meals, local meats, cheeses, craft beer, crafts & other gifts.
Food & Drink - Sewanee
Blue Chair Tavern
Appalachian flavors and New Orleans soul, low & slow.
Venues - Monteagle
Mountain Goat Market Catering
Popular casual restaurant with sandwiches, pizza and catering available.
Browsing
If you enjoy some light browsing and shopping, you might check out these boutiques, antiques and galleries, most of which are located right in Sewanee village...
ShoppingArts & Crafts - Sewanee
Frame Gallery Gifts & Art
Full-service custom frame shop with an art gallery that showcases work by local and regional artists and unique, one-of-a-kind gifts from around the world
Shopping - Sewanee
Lemon Fair
Clothes, jewelry & accessories, home goods and Sewanee-themed items
Shopping - Sewanee
Taylor's Mercantile
Florist with gift items including collectables, jewelry, stationary, gift baskets and gardening items
Shopping - Monteagle
Oakes & Oliver's Modern Mercantile
Cool vintage items, unique home decor and local handcrafted goods
Shopping - Monteagle
The Whimsy Willow
Clothing, gifts and home goods boutique with a little something for everyone
Stretch your legs, see some sights
For a short stroll or an easy drive to some jaw-dropping sights, you might check out some of our favorites...
Outdoor Adventures - Sewanee
Lake Cheston Loop
This easy half-mile trail at the University of the South circumnavigates Lake Cheston, a popular swimming area for the University.
Outdoor Adventures - Sewanee
Morgan's Steep Overlook
A third scenic overlook at the University of the South in Sewanee, Morgan’s Steep is also a favorite spot for picnics. Access this adventure by parking at Lake Cheston and hiking 3/4 mile each way to/from Morgan's Steep.
Outdoor Adventures - Sewanee
Memorial Cross Overlook
This scenic and historic overlook at the University of the South in Sewanee is also a favorite spot for sunsets. Access this adventure from University Avenue via Tennessee Avenue.
Outdoor Adventures - Sewanee
Green's View Overlook
A scenic overlook at the University of the South in Sewanee, Green’s View is a favorite spot for picnics and sunset views. Access this adventure from University Avenue via Green’s View Road.
History - Monteagle
Monteagle Sunday School Assembly
One of Nine Surviving Chautauquas
Outdoor Adventures - Sewanee
Sewanee Natural Bridge
A remarkable natural sandstone arch, easily accessible via a 400-foot stair-stepped path from the parking lot. Access this adventure from the Head of the Crow State Park's Natural Bridge Trailhead.
Outdoor Adventures - Sewanee
Abbo's Alley
An easy-to-walk and carefully tended ravine garden at the University of the South in Sewanee.
Or take a more serious hike
If you have the time and energy for a little more, here are some classic hikes in and around Sewanee...
Outdoor Adventures - Sewanee
Bridal Veil Falls Loop
2.7-mile out-and-back hike on the University of the South "domain", starting from Lake Cheston out to Bridal Veil Falls, which disappears into an underground stream. Not recommended during dry months.
Outdoor Adventures - Sewanee
Shakerag Hollow
One of the University of the South's most popular hikes - especially when wildflowers are blooming in the spring. Descend into Shakerag Hollow, climb stone stairs up to Green's View.
Outdoor Adventures - Sewanee
Piney Point
2-mile out-and-back hike from the University of the South's Western Gates to a beautiful overlook of Shakerag Hollow
Outdoor Adventures - Sewanee
Sherwood Loop and Pack Hollow Trails
This is an easy 2.9 mile loop trail at Head of the Crow State Park that includes the Sherwood Natural Bridge and several outstanding overlooks. The new Pack Hollow trail is a spur off the Sherwood Loop Trail. Access both of these adventures from the Pack Hollow Trailhead.