10 TOP Things to Do in Tennessee (2024 Activity Guide)

Grand Ole Opry showing fall colors and a park

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What to do in Tennessee

Popular places to visit

Dollywood

This amusement park owned by country singer Dolly Parton lures fans with its roller coasters and children’s rides, museums and live music and theater shows.

Graceland

Study the exhibits at Graceland, a popular museum in Memphis. Discover the top-notch restaurants and great live music in this romantic area.

Grand Ole Opry

A historic country music hall and home to the country's longest running radio show.

Vanderbilt University

Take a campus tour or just explore the area around Vanderbilt University, a top university in Nashville. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the lively bars while you're in the area.

Broadway

When you visit Broadway, a favorite shopping spot in Nashville, you can browse for souvenirs. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the lively bars while you're in the area.

Beale Street

With iconic landmarks, historic buildings and live music venues, Beale Street, "the Home of the Blues" is Memphis as it was at the turn of the 20th century.

Nissan Stadium

Catch an event at Nissan Stadium during your trip to Nashville. Experience the great live music or attend a sporting event in this vibrant area.

Music City Center

During your trip, find out what's happening at Music City Center, a top convention center in Nashville. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the lively bars while you're in the area.

Titanic Museum

Explore the exhibits at Titanic Museum, a favorite museum in Pigeon Forge. Stroll along the riverfront in this family-friendly area, or check out its top-notch restaurants.

Areas of Tennessee

Downtown Nashville

The fantastic nightlife and great live music are just a few highlights of Downtown Nashville. Make a stop by Ryman Auditorium or Broadway while you're exploring the area.

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.

Beale Street showing nightlife, night scenes and street scenes

Downtown Memphis

Downtown Memphis is a destination visitors seek out for is abundant dining options, interesting museums, and live music. You might want to check out attractions like Beale Street or FedEx Forum while you're exploring the neighborhood.

Music Row

The fantastic nightlife and great live music are just a few highlights of Music Row. Make a stop by Demonbreun Street or RCA Studio B while you're exploring the area.

Downtown Knoxville

Downtown Knoxville is known for its lively bars, and you can plan a trip to Bijou Theater and Tennessee Theatre while you're in town.

Opryland

Opryland is known for its popular shops, and with sights like Grand Ole Opry and Cooter's Nashville, you won't get bored spending a day wandering around this part of Nashville.