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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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Statue of a man playing a violin outdoors, with an American flag and evergreen trees in the background.

Bluegrass Tennessee Music Pathway

Bluegrass Tennessee Music Pathway
Discovery Park of America in Union City, Tennessee.

Explore Small Towns

Explore Small Towns
Recording studio at Sun Studio in Memphis, TN with a microphone and guitars in view

Rock 'n' Roll Tennessee Music Pathway

Rock 'n' Roll Tennessee Music Pathway
A variety of barbecue from Nashville's Martin's Bar-B-Que

Made Tennessee Bucket List Barbecue Spots

Made Tennessee Bucket List Barbecue Spots
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Explore African American History

Explore African American History
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Wheelchair-Friendly Nashville Itinerary

Wheelchair-Friendly Nashville Itinerary
Inside the Country Music Hall of Fame, a circular room with "Will the Circle Be Unbroken" inscribed, high windows, and a visitor in a spotlight.

Country Tennessee Music Pathway

Country Tennessee Music Pathway
Discover the gems along the Natchez Trace Parkway

Discover the gems along the Natchez Trace Parkway

Discover the gems along the Natchez Trace Parkway
Statue of Jack Daniels at the Jack Daniel's Distillery in Lynchburg

Jack Trail

Jack Trail