Tennessee Vacation

Preplanned Trips

Trips

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Visit

Tastes of Tennessee

Tennessee offers a sample of places to taste its many flavors. What better way to start out a trip than with ice cream at the Mayfield Dairy Farm Visitor Center in Athens, Tennessee. Take the tour, savor the history and taste the ice cream. But... more

as long as you can

History of Country Music

If you prefer a little twang with your music, Tennessee is your state for country music. From Bristol to Nashville and dabbled throughout the state, country music lovers get the most authentic experience in Tennessee. Start the timeline in... more

3-4 days

Art Scenes across Tennessee

Dabble your vacation in a little bit of Tennessee art. Whether you’re a connoisseur or a novice, if you love art, you’ll love Tennessee. Begin in the west portion of the state at the Orpheum Theater where Broadway meets Beale Street. Hailed as the... more

6-8 days

By Water

The Hiwasee/Ocoee Scenic River State Park invites you to take a plunge. If you want an easy ride down the river, float the Hiwasee. But for the riskier, Tennessee highly recommends the Ocoee. Practically a continuous whitewater experience, the Ocoee... more

1 day

On the Trail

If you’re an avid hiker, you’ve probably dreamt of hiking on the Appalachian Trail. Tennessee is the perfect place to make this dream come true. The Appalachian Trail runs a total of 2,174 miles from Maine to Georgia, with 292.7 miles of that in... more

at least one day

By Horse

Sidesaddle or straddle saddle, either way you’ll enjoy trekking through Big South Fork on horseback. Hundreds of miles horse trails exist in Big South Fork National Park, making it the ideal place for a more adventurous way of sightseeing. Located... more

1 day

A Southern Safari

Start your safari in Grand Junction, located in the southwest portion of the state at the National Bird Dog Museum, Field Trial Hall of Fame and Wildlife Heritage Center. This unique museum preserves and protects the history and future of sporting... more

3 days

Motorsports – East

If you love motorsports, you must begin your trip in Bristol, TN and Bristol Motor Speedway and Dragway, two of the premier facilities on the NASCAR and NHRA circuits and home to the most popular Winston Cup events in the USA. Stay for a race or a... more

1-3 days

Baseball – West

Make it a baseball weekend in West Tennessee. First and foremost, visit AutoZone Park, one of the finest baseball stadiums in the nation, conveniently and uniquely located in downtown Memphis. Cheer on the Memphis Redbirds, AAA affiliate of the St.... more

1-3 days

Football – Middle

You want football? Head to Nashville. Located in Nashville’s Coliseum, Tennessee’s NFL team, the Titans provides the most authentic football experience. Nothing says sports fan like a professional football weekend. Tailgate before the game, cheer on... more

1-2 days

Golf

Golfers of all levels will find an ideal vacation on the Bear Trace in Tennessee. A collection of four world-class, 18-hole golf courses, the Bear Trace offers a golfer’s paradise across the state. No matter where you are or where you want to go in... more

1-5 days

Tennessee Walking Horse Trail

The Tennessee Walking Horse’s popularity is evident across the Tennessee Backroads region with horse farms throughout the area. Considered “the world’s greatest show and pleasure horse,” the breed developed in this area in the late 19th and early... more

1-7 days

Fall in Love in Tennessee

Whether you are traveling with your significant other or with someone you want to make that special someone, Tennessee in autumn is the time and place to fall in love. Your romantic getaway begins in Historic Rugby snuggled up in the Grey Gables Bed... more

3 days

Fall Family Fiesta

Just before the winter weather blows in, make your way to Tennessee for fall fun with your family. Stop off at the Great Pumpkin Festival in Jackson. Visit one of the largest corn mazes in the South at Mid-South Maze at Agricenter International in... more

2-3 days

An Autumn Tennessee Especially for Kids

Kids of all ages can find autumn amusement in Tennessee. Visit the Knoxville, Nashville or Memphis Zoo for their versions of Halloween. Celebrate the season at the Pumpkin Harvest Festival in Waynesboro and at Pumpkinfest in Franklin. Both of these... more

2-3 days