Nashville is known as a place of adventure and fun – a neat place for locals to continuously explore, and a consistent notch on the bucket list for tourists. Since there are so many folks looking to enjoy our pretty state, we decided it was probably necessary to pull together a solid bucket list. You ready for a Volunteer State adventure? Good. Because we have a great one planned for you.
- Visit the world-famous Lost Sea.
Brent Moore - Flickr As one of the most extensive underground bodies of water in the world, this is definitely a visit you don’t want to escape you.
- Enjoy a moment on Chattanooga’s Riverwalk.
RiverHarbor - Flickr One of the most peaceful spots in a stunning southern Tennessee city, this is prime for a romantic walk.
- Walk historic Franklin, Tennessee.
Kevin Oliver - Flickr A darling downtown with scads of shops and sweet people, this is the tree-lined Tennessee street you’ve been dreaming of.
- Take a tour at the Jack Daniel’s Distillery.
James Arnott - Flickr Tours are free, but the whiskey costs money. Just a heads up.
- Drive Newfound Gap Road.
Frank Kehren - Flickr A southern scenic route is always a good decision, but in the fall? Positively killer. Head on over while you still can!
- Take a short drive to Clingman’s Dome.
Judy Frederick Photography - Flickr The highest point in the Great Smoky Mountain National Park is a place most deserving of your attention.
- Visit Cheekwood.
Michael Hicks - Flickr This Nashville mansion and grounds play host to multiple art exhibits throughout the year. Make sure to check their seasonal offerings!
- Find yourself in awe with a visit to Cades Cove.
turcottes58 - Flickr Cades Cove, known to many as one of the most beautiful places in East Tennessee, is wildly popular amongst the outdoorsy types.
- Search for a fun local festival.
Lindsey Boise - Flickr There are quite a few going on across the state, and they are always a solid experience.
- Find a local farmers market.
Denise Mattox - Flickr Buy local and meet Tennessee-based farmers. This is one of our favorite ways to connect with locals, and it’s neat to really get to know our great folk.
- Take a peaceful moment at Roan Mountain.
Jim Liestman - Flickr HELLO, gorgeous rhododendrons!
- Calm down at the Memphis Riverfront.
wcm111 - Flickr You may want to visit Memphis for Beale Street, but it’s down on the riverfront that you’ll truly enjoy the muddy river.
- Drive the Natchez Trace.
Scott Lipsey - Flickr With over four hundred miles stretching from Tennessee to Mississippi, this is the perfect drive paired with a cup of coffee.
- Wait in line for a show at The Bluebird Café.
Joel Kramer - Flickr Garth Brooks and Taylor Swift made their start here, and there are many more, lesser known songwriters who penned your favorite radio hits, all waiting in the wings to display their talent.
- Go antiquing in Nolensville.
flickr/Joel Kramer YES. Get a fried Amish pie and get yourself a solid piece of antique furniture in Nolensville - it’s worth it.
- Take a drive down “The Dragon.”
Frank Kehren - Flickr Known around the world as one of the most twisted roads for thrill seekers, you’ll hit hundreds of curves in hardly 11 miles. That’s insane.
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Brent Moore - Flickr
As one of the most extensive underground bodies of water in the world, this is definitely a visit you don’t want to escape you.
RiverHarbor - Flickr
One of the most peaceful spots in a stunning southern Tennessee city, this is prime for a romantic walk.
Kevin Oliver - Flickr
A darling downtown with scads of shops and sweet people, this is the tree-lined Tennessee street you’ve been dreaming of.
James Arnott - Flickr
Tours are free, but the whiskey costs money. Just a heads up.
Frank Kehren - Flickr
A southern scenic route is always a good decision, but in the fall? Positively killer. Head on over while you still can!
Judy Frederick Photography - Flickr
The highest point in the Great Smoky Mountain National Park is a place most deserving of your attention.
Michael Hicks - Flickr
This Nashville mansion and grounds play host to multiple art exhibits throughout the year. Make sure to check their seasonal offerings!
turcottes58 - Flickr
Cades Cove, known to many as one of the most beautiful places in East Tennessee, is wildly popular amongst the outdoorsy types.
Lindsey Boise - Flickr
There are quite a few going on across the state, and they are always a solid experience.
Denise Mattox - Flickr
Buy local and meet Tennessee-based farmers. This is one of our favorite ways to connect with locals, and it’s neat to really get to know our great folk.
Jim Liestman - Flickr
HELLO, gorgeous rhododendrons!
wcm111 - Flickr
You may want to visit Memphis for Beale Street, but it’s down on the riverfront that you’ll truly enjoy the muddy river.
Scott Lipsey - Flickr
With over four hundred miles stretching from Tennessee to Mississippi, this is the perfect drive paired with a cup of coffee.
Joel Kramer - Flickr
Garth Brooks and Taylor Swift made their start here, and there are many more, lesser known songwriters who penned your favorite radio hits, all waiting in the wings to display their talent.
flickr/Joel Kramer
YES. Get a fried Amish pie and get yourself a solid piece of antique furniture in Nolensville - it’s worth it.
Known around the world as one of the most twisted roads for thrill seekers, you’ll hit hundreds of curves in hardly 11 miles. That’s insane.
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