Madisonville
Places to Eat in Madisonville, TN
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Local favorites: Pumpkin pie cookie with cream cheese icing
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Local favorites: Homemade dip dogs & root beer floats
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Local favorite: Salad bar
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Local favorite: Breakfast buffet
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Local favorite: Sasquatch pizza
- Local favorite: Salsa bar
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Local favorites: Grilled cheese
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Local favorites: Pizzas & Desserts
Best for a Family Dinner
Best for a Date Night
Best for a Quick Pick-Up
Best for a Sweet Treat
What To Do Outdoors in Madisonville, TN
Madisonville has more than just great shops and restaurants. You can enjoy the beauty of the landscape on a bike ride, go golfing, or relax at the parks.
The Madisonville Loop covers 35 miles of paved trails through the hills, forests, and farmland around the city. The loop begins in Downtown Madisonville and passes through Tsali Notch Vineyard with sections close to Benton Hams and the Lost Sea.
Located in the hills of Madisonville, this course offers gorgeous views and a family friendly atmosphere that is perfect for making memories.
Madisonville has green spaces for visitors to unwind in nature without having to leave the comforts of civilization. These parks are great places to let your kids and pets play in the grass while being steps away from all the local shops and restaurants.
Houston Park
Includes
240 Houston St
Madisonville
• Baseball Field
• Basketball Court
• Covered Pavilions
• Picnic Tables
• Playground
• Restrooms
• Softball Field
• Splash Pad
• Walking Trail
Kefauver Park
Includes
5245 TN-33
Madisonville
• Baseball Field
• Covered Pavilions
• Dog Park
• Fishing Areas
• Football Field
• Lake
• Pickleball Court
• Picnic Tables and Grills
• Playground
• Tennis Court
• Restrooms
• Splash Pad
• Trail
• Volleyball Court
Memorial Park
Includes
305 College St N
Madisonville
• Covered Pavilion
• Picnic Tables
Explore Madisonville, TN
Madisonville has plenty of tourist destinations with something for everyone including a historic downtown, vineyard, farmers market, murals, and a few venues fit for any party!
Tsali Notch Vineyard grow six varieties of the indigenous wild grapes called muscadines. They sell wines, juices, and jellies made from muscadines. The vineyard is open to the public with tours and a visit to their tasting room. They are also an event venue perfect for weddings and parties!
Benton's Smoky Mountain Country Hams preserves the traditional way of making dry cured ham and bacon. Their store is open to the public but they do not offer tours.
The Madisonville Farmers & Makers Market is open from May to October and takes place in Memorial Park in downtown Madisonville. It features various vendors selling produce and handmade decor. Check their Facebook page for the latest information on when they are open and what vendors will be there.
For all things art in Monroe County, we have to mention our friends over at MACA. Their website lists all the events and programs that both locals and tourists would be interested in!
When visiting downtown Madisonville, you can enjoy the murals as part of a trail! This is best during the Spring so you can also see all the flowers blooming. Use the maps below to navigate. Click "More Options" in the top-left corner to open the full maps.
Madisonville
Donna's Old Town Cafe (a local Madisonville favorite) opened in 1994 but the building is from sometime before the Civil War. History and a meal!
Built in 1897, the Monroe County Courthouse houses many local government offices. It too is on the National Register of Historic Places.
Historic Homes
These pair of historic homes can both be found in Madisonville just a two minute walk away from each other. The Stickley Mansion (on the left) was built in 1840 and is in the Greek Revival style. The Kevauver House (on the right) was built in the 1830s and was the childhood home of Estes Kefauver who served as a member of Congress from 1939 to 1963. Neither house is open to the public but can be enjoyed from the sidewalk.
226 Warren St, Madisonville, TN
200 Main St, Madisonville, TN
(Photo by Brian Stansberry)
These local venues are perfect for visitors and locals looking to host a wedding or party! Some of them are in our downtowns while others are secluded in the mountains. No matter the scenery, each offers all the space you'll need for a great time with your friends and family.
Calendar of Local Events
Carnival at Kefauver Park
Hosted by City of Madisonville
April 24-26, 2025
Kefauver Park
Madisonville
Scarecrow Stroll Begins
Hosted by City of Madisonville
September 8, 2025
Historic Downtown
Madisonville
No events scheduled at this time.
Places to Shop in Madisonville, TN
Don't forget to check what days and times a shop is open before planning your trip. If you are dead-set on visiting a place, call ahead of time to make sure they will be open when you plan on visiting so you don't miss a chance to support our local businesses!
