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Pack Your Bags, Paris is Calling

Pack your Bags, Paris is Calling

Science exhibits at Discovery Park of America in Union City, TN.

Discovery Park of America Celebrates over a Decade in Northwest Tennessee

Celebrate history, tradition and memories with family and friends at Discovery Park of America

Explore the historic Town Square in Collierville, TN.

Find Southern Small-Town Charm in Collierville

For delightful small-town charm minutes away from Memphis, head to Collierville.

Cities & Regions

Southern and soulful, West Tennessee blends a raw, urban can-do spirit with rural charm, delivering its own rhythm of extraordinary experiences, iconic artists and diverse culture. Gear up for major merrymaking in the city. Or, savor small-town charm. West Tennessee shines in its music mojo, legendary landmarks, tasteworthy traditions and an awesome array of recreation in our great outdoors.

Kid-Friendly Attractions to Visit Near Memphis

Stories of music legends, untouched nature and educational fun can all be found in West Tennessee.

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Kids will love feeding zebras, alpacas and more from your car at the drive-thru Tennessee Safari Park

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Explore the music landmarks where history was made and kings were born.

Music History

Beale Street Historic District

The music and entertainment pulse of downtown Memphis, Beale Street at the turn of the 20th century served as a haven for African Americans migrating from small towns.

Music History

Elvis Presley’s Graceland

Home of the King of Rock ‘n' Roll!

Music History

Stax Museum of American Soul Music

Soul Music Museum

Slow-cooked, tender and served “wet” or “dry.” You haven't experienced barbecue until you've experienced it in West Tennessee.

Barbecue

Charles Vergos' Rendezvous

Barbecue

Corky's Bar-B-Q

Locals don’t lie, and we’ve been voted the #1 BBQ joint in Memphis 22 times

Barbecue

Interstate Barbecue

Tread historic land where battles were fought and Civil Rights heroes made their mark.

African American History

National Civil Rights Museum

The National Civil Rights Museum chronicles the Civil Rights Movement from slavery to present-day human rights movements. 

Nature & Parks

Fort Pillow State Historic Park

Located on the western edge of Tennessee, approximately 40 miles north of Memphis, Fort Pillow State Historic Park is rich in historic and archaeological significance. Steep bluffs overlooking the Mississippi River made this area a strategic location duri

History

Historic Doe Creek Schoolhouse

History

Casey Jones Home & Railroad Museum

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Special occasions in West Tennessee to create some unforgettable memories.

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Orpheum Theatre Group

Orpheum High School Musical Theatre Awards

Orpheum High School Musical Theatre Awards at The Orpheum Theatre Memphis

Terry Moore Memorial Tournament (Free Team Entry)

The Terry Moore Memorial Tournament is an exciting USSSA Baseball event for AA and Open divisions.

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Concerts

May 23

Discovery Park of America

Rhythm on the Rails May 23, 2025: Sonaria and Jacob Tolliver

Enjoy Rhythm on the Rails on May 17 with Sonaria and Jacob Tolliver. Bring blankets, chairs, and fishing gear for an unforgettable night. Music starts at 7 p.m.

Delta Faucet Summer Concert Series at the AMP: Stacy Mitchhart

Do you hear it? Only the music of Jackson and West Tennessee could connect Memphis’ Beale Street and Nashville’s Music Row. Join us as we celebrate the rich musical legacy of our region with the 2025 season of Jackson’s Award Winning music venue Jackson‘s

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Still exploring? Try these popular ideas in and around West Tennessee.

Eat & Drink

Restaurants

Blue Bank Fishhouse & Grill

Lakeside Dining on Historic Reelfoot Lake

Lily pads, bald cypress trees and beautiful skies

Visitor Services

Reelfoot Lake Tourism Council

Reelfoot Lake Natural Wildlife Area--See What Nature Made

Catfish, hushpuppies and all the fixings!

Restaurants

Hagy's Catfish Hotel Restaurant

This restaurant has been run by generations of the Hagy family.

Places to Stay

Hotels, Inns & Resorts

Blue Bank Resort

Fishing, Hunting, Relaxing, Fine Dining, & family fun Lakeside Resort

Bed & Breakfast

Green Frog Farm Bed & Breakfast Cabins

Restored historic cabins surrounded by Tennessee farm country

Mid Century Modern with antique finds throughout the home

Bed & Breakfast

Pricehouse

Cheerful 3 Bedroom Mid Century in Parsons, TN

Things to Do

Music History

Elvis Presley’s Graceland

Home of the King of Rock ‘n' Roll!

Festivals

Tennessee Soybean Festival

The Tennessee Soybean Festival has big city acts in a rural historic downtown.

History

Historic Doe Creek Schoolhouse

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Explore the charming small town of Granville

Granville Inspiration

Spend a day exploring Historic Granville

Granville is a step back in time, a time believed lost but one that lives on in this charming, small town.

Celebrate

Places to Take Dad in Tennessee

However dad decides to spend this Father's Day, make sure he spends it in Tennessee.

Big South Fork National River and Recreation Area

Outdoor Adventure

Explore Hiking Trails in Tennessee

With the warm weather comes ample opportunities to embark on a Made in Tennessee adventure.

Leiper's Fork Inspiration

Discover the gems along the Natchez Trace Parkway

We can't help but pay homage to Tennessee's own historic byway, the Natchez Trace Parkway.

Historic Washington County Courthouse in Jonesborough, TN

Jonesborough Inspiration

Jonesborough: Tennessee's Oldest Town Has a Vibrant Story to Tell

Nicknamed "Tennessee's Oldest Town," Jonesborough was founded in 1779 when Tennessee was still claimed by North Carolina.

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Recent Articles

Pack Your Bags, Paris is Calling

Discovery Park of America Celebrates over a Decade in Northwest Tennessee

Find Southern Small-Town Charm in Collierville

Cities & Regions

Kid-Friendly Attractions to Visit Near Memphis

Beale Street Historic District

Elvis Presley’s Graceland

Stax Museum of American Soul Music

Charles Vergos' Rendezvous

Corky's Bar-B-Q

Interstate Barbecue

National Civil Rights Museum

Fort Pillow State Historic Park

Historic Doe Creek Schoolhouse

Casey Jones Home & Railroad Museum

Orpheum High School Musical Theatre Awards

Terry Moore Memorial Tournament (Free Team Entry)

Rhythm on the Rails May 23, 2025: Sonaria and Jacob Tolliver

Delta Faucet Summer Concert Series at the AMP: Stacy Mitchhart

Subregions

Eat & Drink

Blue Bank Fishhouse & Grill

Reelfoot Lake Tourism Council

Hagy's Catfish Hotel Restaurant

Places to Stay

Blue Bank Resort

Green Frog Farm Bed & Breakfast Cabins

Pricehouse

Things to Do

Elvis Presley’s Graceland

Tennessee Soybean Festival

Historic Doe Creek Schoolhouse

Inspiration just for you

Spend a day exploring Historic Granville

Places to Take Dad in Tennessee

Explore Hiking Trails in Tennessee

Discover the gems along the Natchez Trace Parkway

Jonesborough: Tennessee's Oldest Town Has a Vibrant Story to Tell

Adventure Awaits

Whitewater Rafting on the Ocoee River

Your Middle Tennessee Adventure Starts Here

Soundwaves at Gaylord Opryland

Country Music's Biggest Stage

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