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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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Small Town Music Sites

Port Royal State Historic Park in Adams, TN

Fall Hikes Near Nashville

Aerial view of a city with bridges over a river, green parks, and a hill in the distance; shows urban blocks and water features. Sponsored

Find Wonder on Lookout Mountain

Dog-friendly patio of JC Holdway restaurant in Knoxville

Ultimate Dog-Friendly Guide

A Weekend in Bristol, Tennessee

Have a Fun Bristol Weekend

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Where to Sleep and Eat Smokies

Kayak on the Duck River, Little waves from the paddle , Drift ‘cross the water, Dip your hand in the cool, In the middle of summer. Written about the Duck River in Middle Tennessee.

Activities Close to Nashville

Shop in local boutiques in downtown Cookeville, TN

6 Tennessee Boutiques

Lorraine Motel of the National Civil Rights Museum in Memphis, Tennessee.

Explore the U.S. Civil Rights Trail

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