Things to do in Tennessee

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Grand Ole Opry featuring a garden and autumn leaves
Nashville Broadway showing night scenes, nightlife and street scenes
Downtown Nashville featuring night scenes, a bridge and a city
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Downtown Nashville which includes a city, a sunset and boating

Tennessee Attractions

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What to do in Tennessee

Free Things to Do in Tennessee

There's no need to dig deep into your pockets in Tennessee. The following won't even cost a dollar.

Shelbyville Recreation Center - Cultivate your green thumb and explore the wide range of plants on display.

Things to Do in Tennessee with Kids

There are lots of incredible experiences in Tennessee that the entire gang will enjoy. These are a few of the most popular family friendly experiences in the area.


 

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Downtown Nashville which includes a city, a sunset and boating

Downtown Nashville

4/5(5,801 area reviews)

Sounds of country and honky-tonk resonate around the streets of Music City. Watch a show, attend a hockey match and walk in the footsteps of U.S. presidents.

Downtown Nashville
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Big Creek

While visiting Big Creek, you might make a stop by sights like Whitman Hollow Marina and Norris Lake.

Big Creek
Gatlinburg showing landscape views and autumn leaves

Downtown Gatlinburg

While visiting Downtown Gatlinburg, you might make a stop by sights like Great Smoky Mountains National Park and Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies.

Downtown Gatlinburg
Music Row which includes street scenes and signage

Music Row

4.5/5(660 area reviews)

Historic district southwest of downtown Nashville, Music Row boasts numerous record labels, studios, and music-related businesses. Explore upscale restaurants and bars along Demonbreun Street, and admire the "Musica" statue at the Music Row Roundabout.

Music Row
Beale Street showing nightlife, night scenes and street scenes

Downtown Memphis

4/5(1,782 area reviews)

Home to the Memphis Redbirds and Grizzlies NBA team, this central business district offers entertainment, dining, and attractions like Beale Street, FedExForum, and AutoZone Park. Easily accessible via major highways and public transit options.

Downtown Memphis
Chattanooga showing a bridge, a city and a river or creek

Downtown Chattanooga

4/5(1,372 area reviews)

A noteworthy feature of Downtown Chattanooga is its must-see aquarium. While you're in town, be sure to stop and check out Tivoli Theatre and Chattanooga Choo Choo.

Downtown Chattanooga

 

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Popular day trips from Tennessee

Frequently asked questions

What to do in Tennessee on a sunny day?
Soak up the great weather (and give your legs a stretch at the same time) with one or two of these fun activities:


What to do in Tennessee on a rainy day?
There's no need to splish and splash your way through a rainy day when there are so many wonderful indoor activities to try:


What is Tennessee famous for?
Decisions, decisions --- there are lots to make in Tennessee, like which of these notable attractions to drop by first:

  • Grand Ole Opry
  • Graceland
  • Dollywood

What should I not miss in Tennessee?
Put these attractions at the top of your must-do list to make the most of your trip:

  • Vanderbilt University
  • Nissan Stadium
  • Ryman Auditorium
  • Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies

Are there cheap things to do in Tennessee?
What can you do in Tennessee for free?
Your trip to Tennessee needn't send you broke with free attractions like these to explore:

  • Vanderbilt University
  • Tennessee State Capitol
  • Sunsphere Tower
  • Ijams Nature Center