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trip inspiration

When it comes to writing a song, or planning a trip, some of the best ideas seem to appear out of thin air. Or, from articles and itineraries we’ve already built for you.

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Sometimes the hardest part is just getting started. Here are a few trip ideas to help get you going. For better results, sort them by area or category of interest.

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A heavily wooded area surrounding the Jack Daniel barrel house, with the sun lighting up the sky behind it.

Beyond the Barrels

Beyond the Barrels
Street view of a city street with brick and stone buildings; a tall vertical "TENNESSEE" sign hangs on a central building.

Spend a Day in Downtown Knoxville

Spend a Day in Downtown Knoxville
Memphis in May World Championship Barbecue Cooking Contest in Memphis TN

BBQ Festivals in Tennessee

BBQ Festivals in Tennessee
Exhibits about desegregation, student support and more show black-and-white photographs of students in Tennessee at the Green McAdoo Cultural Center in Clinton, Tennessee

Travel the U.S. Civil Rights Trail

Travel the U.S. Civil Rights Trail
Aerial view of Chattanooga at sunset with a river, hills in the distance, and sun rays over buildings and trees. Sponsored

A NATIONAL PARK CITY

A NATIONAL PARK CITY
Gallatin, Tennessee's town square

Tennessee Getaways and Trips Mom

Tennessee Getaways and Trips Mom
a cyclist overlooks a valley that has a river flowing through it. Lots of green trees decorate the sides of the hills.

Mountain Biking in Tennessee

Mountain Biking in Tennessee
Aerial view of Chattanooga at sunset, with a river winding through trees and buildings, mountains in the distance. Sponsored

Sights of the Scenic City

Sights of the Scenic City
FedexForum in Memphis, TN

College Basketball Stops

College Basketball Stops