Tennessee is a road-tripper's dream: Visitors can wind their way down from the Appalachian mountains to the rivers and corn fields below, stopping at cities spaced just far enough apart for a rest, refuel, and repeat. Along the way, nature enthusiasts will fall in love with hiking in the Great Smoky Mountains National Park, river rafting on Pigeon River, and opportunities for adventure amid the rivers and foothills of the eastern part of the state, punctuated by the cities of Knoxville, Pigeon Forge, Gatlinburg, and Chattanooga. Views of the blue-hued mountains from the many stopping points along the roads near the Great Smoky Mountains National Park are not to be missed—or for something special, see the landscape from above by helicopter.
Nashville’s music heritage is on display at Ryman Auditorium, known as the mother church of country music and Tennessee’s number one attraction. Since 1892 the legendary venue has seen performers including Johnny Cash, Bill Monroe, and Elvis, and visitors come to catch a live show or tour the music-themed exhibits.
...MoreYes, there’s lots to do in Tennessee. Country tunes play in Nashville honky-tonks, while Graceland and Dollywood are must-sees for music buffs. Nature plays a starring role, too, from the Great Smoky Mountains to outdoorsy Chattanooga. The history-rich Natchez Trace Parkway is a top US road trip.
...MoreBeautiful places abound in Tennessee, but gentle peaks and endless views make Great Smoky Mountains National Park the state’s highlight. It’s among Tennessee’s top attractions and also the most-visited US national park. Trails, cycling, and campgrounds are abundant in a forested landscape straddling the border between Tennessee and North Carolina.
...MoreTennessee vacations range from Great Smoky Mountains hiking to exploring Nashville’s music scene. Other top vacation ideas in Tennessee include visits to Dollywood and Graceland or touring Civil Rights-era landmarks in Memphis. History buffs can drive the Natchez Trace Parkway past Civil War sites and ancient American Indian mounds.
...MoreTennessee is famous as the home of country music. In Nashville, also known as Music City, budding musicians still vie for stardom in downtown honky-tonks while top performers play historic Ryman Auditorium. Musical heritage, meanwhile, is preserved at the Country Music Hall of Fame and the memorabilia-packed Johnny Cash Museum.
...MoreYes, it’s worth visiting Tennessee. Nashville and Memphis are top US destinations for music lovers, while more outdoorsy types head for rolling peaks and trails in Great Smoky Mountains National Park. Road-tripping the rest of the state, visitors encounter Civil Rights-era landmarks, blues bars, theme parks, and classic roadside attractions.
...MoreNumber of Attractions | 80 |
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