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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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Cool off in Tennessee on the Holston River

Caves, Lakes, Rivers and Waterfalls

Caves, Lakes, Rivers and Waterfalls
Aerial view of the arched Overton Park Shell stage lit with colorful rainbow lighting, surrounded by a large crowd seated on the lawn for an outdoor concert, framed by dense green trees.

Outdoor Music Venues in Tennessee

Outdoor Music Venues in Tennessee
People at the pond in Centennial Park in Nashville

Play and Eat in Music City

Play and Eat in Music City
Johnson City Breweries

Johnson City Breweries

Johnson City Breweries
A sun rise over the Tennessee River Valley near Chattanooga, Tennessee.

Day Trip Ideas Near Chattanooga

Day Trip Ideas Near Chattanooga
Feed giraffes at Memphis Zoo in Memphis.

Get Up Close to Animals

Get Up Close to Animals
Live music and great Southern food can be enjoyed at Acme Feed and Seed in Nashville TN

Nashville Bars & Restaurants with Live Music

Nashville Bars & Restaurants with Live Music
Historic Rock Castle in Sumner County, TN. Sponsored

Make Memories in Sumner County

Make Memories in Sumner County
Historic train depot in Monterey, TN Sponsored

Explore Monterey

Explore Monterey