Welcome to Tennessee

From energetic nights of blues music on Beale Street in Memphis, to the rolling horse country and cityscapes of Middle Tennessee, to peaceful sunsets over the Great Smoky Mountains, Tennessee's fun-filled vacation stage is set for you!
Whatever your interest, you'll find everything you've ever wanted in a vacation destination right here amid rolling hills, mountain streams, river cities and world renowned attractions. And the best part is we're within a day's drive of 75 percent of the U.S. population via quality interstates and highways. No wonder folks call Tennessee the world's most amazing stage!

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Explore the Tennessee Aquarium

Chattanooga in Southeast Tennessee offers 'tweens and teens the views of more than 9,000 animals, including otters, alligators and an 80-pound catfish at the Tennessee Aquarium, the world's largest freshwater life center. Take a journey from the mountains to the sea through the natural habitats of thousands of creatures that swim, fly and crawl. Come check out the Getaway Planner and use one of our itineraries to customize your Chattanooga visit. Whether you're herding kids, corralling teens, or retreating from real life, you're probably just aching for a getaway! A vacation at the Tennessee Aquarium in Chattanooga is fun for everyone! More about the Tennessee Aquarium

Historic Carnton Plantation

Carnton is the restored home of John and Carrie McGavock. The house once a vibrant plantation home, served as field hospital to hundreds of wound-
ed and dying Confederate soldiers following the Battle of Franklin in 1864. Not only was Historic Carnton Plantation a field hospital during the Battle of Franklin, but it was also a profitable, large-scale farming operation established in 1826 by Randal McGavock, a former mayor of Nashville. The plantation was the home to several generations of the McGavock family and the African-American families who lived as slaves on the property. The house, grounds and garden are open for tours daily. More about the Historic Carnton Plantation

Fort Pillow State Historic Park

The 1,642 acre Fort Pillow, located in Lauderdale County on the Chickasaw Bluffs overlooking the Mississippi River, is rich in both historic and archaeo-
logical significance. In 1861, the Confederate Army built extensive fortifications here and named the site for General Gideon J. Pillow of Maury County. Because of its strategic location, the fort was taken by the Union Army who controlled it during most of the war. Remains of the earthworks are well preserved. More about the Fort Pillow State Historic Park

Experience a theme park with wholesome fun and entertainment featuring music, crafts, rides and special events. Dollywood is the perfect place for families to spend time together, creating memories that last a lifetime. Whether you're a kid - or just a kid at heart - you're sure to find rides guaranteed to put smiles on the faces of kids of all ages! And Dollywood’s live entertainment celebrates the very best in country, bluegrass, gospel and classic rock ‘n’ roll music presented by some of America's most talented performers. More about Dollywood

Visit the Stax Museum of American Soul Music

The Stax Museum of American Soul Music, located at the original site of the legendary Stax Records in the heart of Soulsville USA in Memphis, Tennessee, welcomes you to all things Stax. This 17,000-square-foot facility with more than 2,000 cultural artifacts, music exhibits, video footage, and items of memorabilia is designed to preserve and promote the legacy of American soul music, particularly that of Stax Records. We'll help you plan your visit, whether it's for one person, a family, or a group tour, and tell you a little about Memphis, Tennessee, the music Mecca of the world. More about the Stax Museum of American Soul Music

Glass Bottom Boat Ride on the Lost Sea

Welcome to the Lost Sea, America's largest under-
ground lake, located in beautiful Sweetwater, Tennessee. Deep inside a mountain near Sweetwater in East Tennessee is a remarkable body of water known as The Lost Sea. Listed by the Guinness Book of World Records as the world’s largest underground lake, the Lost Sea is part of an extensive and historic cave system called Craighead Caverns. While touring the cavern and underground lake our guides will tell of the cavern's exciting and colorful history. They will also explain the fascinating geological development of the immense cavern rooms and rare formations. More about the Glass Bottom Boat Ride on the Lost Sea

National Civil Rights Museum

The National Civil Rights Museum, located at the Lorraine Motel, the site of Dr. Martin Luther King's assassination, chronicles key episodes of the American civil rights movement and the legacy of this movement to inspire participation in civil and human rights efforts globally, through our collections, exhibitions, and educational programs. Exploring the Legacy, the newest addition, adds 12,800 square feet of exhibition space and connects the main campus of the Museum to the Young and Morrow building and the Main Street Rooming House where James Earl Ray allegedly fired the fatal shot resulting in the death of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. More about the National Civil Rights Museum

Staggerwing Aviation Museum

The Staggerwing Museum Foundation, founded in 1973 at the Tullahoma, Tennessee Regional Airport, is a vibrant aircraft museum, originally dedicated to preserving and fostering the Beechcraft name and heritage. Visitors to the museum enjoy the Beech and related aircraft collection galleries as well as the Restoration Center, the beautiful Olive Ann Beech Chapel and Gallery, plus the Louise Thaden Library. There are also displays recognizing aviation personalities and historical events, plus the museum gift shop. The museum’s galleries are also available for banquets and other social events, sponsored by individuals, companies and organizations interested in aviation. More about the Staggerwing Aviation Museum

Explore the Great Smokey Mountains National Park

Ridge upon ridge of endless forest straddle the border between North Carolina and Tennessee in Great Smoky Mountains National Park, one of the largest protected areas in the Eastern United States. World renowned for the diversity of its plant and animal life, the beauty of its ancient mountains, the quality of its remnants of Southern Appalachian mountain culture, and the depth and integrity of its wilderness sanctuary, the park attracts over nine million visitors each year. Once a part of the Cherokee homeland, the Smokies today are a hiker's paradise with over 800 miles of trails. More about the Great Smokey Mountains National Park