Explore Things to Do in Tennessee
Welcome to Tennessee - a state alive with music, mountains, and memorable experiences at every turn. Feel the rhythm in Nashville, the heart of country music, and walk in the footsteps of legends in Memphis, home of Elvis Presley and the blues. Explore the breathtaking beauty of the Great Smoky Mountains National Park, the most visited national park in America, or unwind with a scenic drive along the Tennessee Whiskey Trail. From vibrant cities and charming small towns to world-class barbecue, live music, and outdoor adventure, Tennessee offers a perfect mix of excitement, relaxation, and authentic Southern charm.
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Planning the perfect vacation in Tennessee is easier than ever with our all-in-one platform for finding and booking day trips, tours, excursions, and memorable local experiences. Browse curated activities, compare options, and check live availability so you can reserve your must-do adventures well before you arrive in Tennessee. By booking ahead, you skip the hassle of searching once you're already on vacation and avoid missing out on popular experiences that fill up fast. Let us help you build a trip that’s smooth, stress-free, and filled with the moments you’ll remember most.
Why wait until you arrive in Tennessee to book your tours - only to discover that the ones you want are already full? Click any activity below to learn more about the tour, view availability, and reserve your excursions directly with the tour operators today!
Today's Featured Tours Explore All
The Magic of Terry Evanswood
All Ages • 2 Hours • Most Attended and Longest Running Magic Show in Pigeon Forge!
Pigeon Forge
2 Hours
Terry Evanswood Magic Theater
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Mirror Maze
Most Popular! | All Ages! | Combo Passes Availalbe
Gatlinburg
Holrob Gatlinburg Attractions, LLC
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1 Hour Private Line Dancing Lesson
7 days a week • BYOB welcome • Ages 8+ • Starting at $199
Nashville
Private Tours
Turn Their Heads
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Sky River Rush
30-35 Minute Experience ︱Starts at $99 per-person
Sevierville
Private Tours
Smoky Mountain Jet Boat
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Beginner Blacksmithing
Learn all about this time-honored tradition!
The King Comes Home
A Tribute in Music to Elvis Presley
Pigeon Forge
1.5 hrs
The Grand Majestic Theater
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Smoky Mountain Ziplines Canopy Tour
Take Your Family's Adventure to New Heights! • From $84.95
Pigeon Forge
2 hours
Kid-Friendly
Smoky Mountain Zipline Tours
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Bunk House
Two night minimum | 20 Person Capacity | Check-In 3:00pm | Check-Out 11:00am
The Downtown Walking Tour
1.5 Hours • All ages welcome! • Up to 20 People
Nashville
1.5 Hours
City Tour, Ghost Tour, Walking Tour
Nashville Experience Tours
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Street Legal UTV 4 Seater
See The Smokies With Style!
Sevierville
ATV/UTV, Rentals, Self-Guided Tour
865 Rides
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Boat Tours Explore All
Watts Bar Lake Private Pontoon Boat Excursions
2,4 & 8 Hour Rentals • Seats up to 6 People
Spring City
Private Tours
Boat Tour
Awakening Adventures LLC
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LAT 35 (smaller vessel) Sunset Cruise! - Optional Upgrades: Cheese and Charcuterie Board - BBQ Sandwich Plate - Cold Beer/ Go to
1.5 Hours • Sunset, Fun Background Music
Chattanooga
1.5 hours
Boat Tour, Cruise / Large Boat, Sunset Cruise
The Southern Belle Riverboat
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Small/Largemouth Bass Fishing Charter
All Ages Welcome • 4 Hour Trip • 2 Passengers MAX
Nashville
Boat Tour
Rowdy's Wild Rides
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Christmas Carol Dinner Cruise!
2 hours • Dinner, Dancing and Music
Chattanooga
2 hours
Boat Tour, Cruise / Large Boat, Dinner Cruise
The Southern Belle Riverboat
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Dam Tour
All ages (Children under 2 ride for FREE) • 20-25 Minutes • Can Accommodate up to 12 People!
Sevierville
20-25 minutes
Boat Tour
Smoky Mountain Jet Boat
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Island Pointe Tour
All Ages (Children under 2 ride for FREE) • 30-35 Minutes
Sevierville
30-35 minutes
Boat Tour
Smoky Mountain Jet Boat
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Watts Bar Lake Island Camping Outfitter w/Water Taxi Service
1 to 6 Nights • Sleeps up to 6 People
Spring City
Private Tours
Boat Tour
Awakening Adventures LLC
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Memphis Discovery Tour with Riverboat Cruise
Tour the town and ride the river!
Memphis
6 hours
Boat Tour, City Tour
Backbeat Tours
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Maclellan Island Eco Tours
Portion of proceeds go to the Chattanooga Audubon Society (CAS)
Chattanooga
Boat Tour, Eco Tour, Guided Tour, History Tour, Walking Tour
The Southern Belle Riverboat
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Sunset Cruise
All ages • 6 Person Capacity • 75 Minute Cruise
Granville
Boat Tour
Wildwood Resort & Marina
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Food Tours Explore All
Downtown Nashville Food Tour
3 Hours | Culinary gems mingle with Music City landmarks!
Nashville
Food Tour
Walk Eat Nashville
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Beer, Bourbon & Hattie B's
4 Hours • Ages 21+ • Get a taste of the best of Nashville Hot Chicken on this Music City tour!
Nashville
4 Hours
Food Tour
Mint Julep Experiences - Nashville
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Broadway & Backstreets - Walking Food Tour
All Ages! • 2-3 Hours
Nashville
2-3 Hours
Private Tours
Food Tour
Flavor Walk Nashville
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Savor The Gulch: Iconic Neighborhood Walking Food Tour
2 Hours 45 Min | The Most Popular Neighborhood | Our Most Popular Tour!
Nashville
3 hours
Food Tour
Local Tastes of Nashville
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Downtown Nashville Food Tour
Award Winning Food Tour | 3 Hour Walking Tour | Includes a full meal, 2 cocktails, and a local beer
Nashville
3 Hours
Food Tour
A Little Local Flavor
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Downtown Nashville Food Tour
3 Hours • All Ages
Nashville
Food Tour
Sidewalk Food Tours
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East Nashville Food Tour
3 Hours • All Ages
Nashville
Food Tour
Sidewalk Food Tours
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Tour of Lights
2 hours • All Ages • Sightseeing
Sevierville
2 Hours
Chocolate Tour, City Tour, Driving Tour, Food Tour, Smoky Mountain Tour
Tennessee Mountain Tours
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Nashville: Downtown Tour
2 Hours • Offered Many Days Throughout the Week
Nashville
2 hours
City Tour, Distillery, Food Tour, History Tour, Music Tour
Underground Donut Tour
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SPEAKEASY NASHVILLE! The VIP Platinum Key Experience
The ORIGINAL Prohibition-Inspired Posh & Personal Cocktail Tour
Nashville
3 hours
Cocktail Tour, Food Tour
Local Tastes of Nashville
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Large Boat Cruises Explore All
SIGHTS CRUISE! - Optional Upgrades: Cheese and Charcuterie Board - BBQ Sandwich Plate - Cold Beer/ Go to Overboard Bar and Grill
SIGHTS CRUISE! • Optional Upgrades: Cheese and Charcuterie Board • BBQ Sandwich Plate • Cold Beer
Chattanooga
1.5 - 3 hours
Boat Tour, Cruise / Large Boat
The Southern Belle Riverboat
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Fall Foliage Sightseeing Cruise! (Without Meal)
3 hours • Sightseeing, Live Narration, Live Music, Pilot House Tours • Ages 3+
Chattanooga
3 hours
Boat Tour, Cruise / Large Boat
The Southern Belle Riverboat
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Senior Lunch Cruise!
2 hours • Lunch and Sightseeing
Chattanooga
2 hours
Boat Tour, Cruise / Large Boat
The Southern Belle Riverboat
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LAT 35 (Smaller Vessel) Sightseeing Cruise! - Optional Upgrades: Cheese and Charcuterie Board - BBQ Sandwich Plate - Cold Beer/
A fun sightseeing experience on an intimate pontoon
Chattanooga
1.5 hours (3 hours October 1- November 15, fall
Boat Tour, Cruise / Large Boat
The Southern Belle Riverboat
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SUNSET CRUISE! - Optional Upgrades: Cheese and Charcuterie Board - BBQ Sandwich Plate - Cold Beer/ Go to Overboard Bar and Grill
SUNSET CRUISE! • Optional Upgrades: Cheese and Charcuterie Board • BBQ Sandwich Plate • Cold Beer
Chattanooga
1.5 hours
Boat Tour, Cruise / Large Boat, Sunset Cruise
The Southern Belle Riverboat
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Christmas Carol Dinner Cruise!
2 hours • Dinner, Dancing and Music
Chattanooga
2 hours
Boat Tour, Cruise / Large Boat, Dinner Cruise
The Southern Belle Riverboat
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Thanksgiving on the River
2 Hour Cruise • Ages 3+
Chattanooga
2 hours
Boat Tour, Cruise / Large Boat, Dinner Cruise, River Cruise, Sternwheeler/Riverboat
The Southern Belle Riverboat
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Tis The Season Luncheon!
2 hours • Lunch and Sightseeing
Chattanooga
2 hours
Boat Tour, Cruise / Large Boat
The Southern Belle Riverboat
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Fall Foliage Lunch Cruise!
3 hours • Lunch and Sightseeing
Chattanooga
3 hours
Boat Tour, Cruise / Large Boat
The Southern Belle Riverboat
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LAT 35 (smaller vessel) Sunset Cruise! - Optional Upgrades: Cheese and Charcuterie Board - BBQ Sandwich Plate - Cold Beer/ Go to
1.5 Hours • Sunset, Fun Background Music
Chattanooga
1.5 hours
Boat Tour, Cruise / Large Boat, Sunset Cruise
The Southern Belle Riverboat
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Kid-Friendly Tour Explore All
Kayak Rental
All ages • 2 to 24 Hours • Lifevest included!
Ocoee
Kayak
Ocoee Paddleboarding & Watersports
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Pilot's Choice - Gatlinburg
Starting at $150 | 18 Minutes | Most Popular Tour
Sevierville
Sevier County Aviation
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Christmas Carol Dinner Cruise!
2 hours • Dinner, Dancing and Music
Chattanooga
2 hours
Boat Tour, Cruise / Large Boat, Dinner Cruise
The Southern Belle Riverboat
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Mountain Melodies
For all ages! • 2 Hours •
Pigeon Forge
Mountain of Entertainment Theater
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Capybara Encounter
Ages 5+ • 25 Minutes • Up to 4 Guests
Sweetwater
25 Minutes
Kid-Friendly, Private Tours
Zoo
Mitchell’s Petting Zoo & Exotics
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Jack Daniel's Distillery Tour
7 Hours • Ages 21+ • Visit the famous distillery for a tour and tasting, with guided transportation!
Nashville
7 Hours
Distillery
Mint Julep Experiences - Nashville
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Jeep Invasion Exclusive Ride
1.5 Hour BYOJ Guided Tour AUGUST 18th-23rd 2025
Sevierville
1.5 Hours
Bluff Mountain Adventures
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Baby Goat Feeding/Cuddling
Individual tickets or Private Group
Gray
30-45 min
Kid-Friendly, Private Tours
The Holmestead
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Full Day | 23' Tri-Toon | Chickamauga
8 hrs. 10a-6p *ET
New Years Eve on the River (all inclusive champagne)
4 Hours • New Years on the River! • Ages 21+
Chattanooga
4 hours
The Southern Belle Riverboat
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City Tours Explore All
Music City Coffee and History Tour
For All Ages • 2 Hours • Great For Families! • Coffee Included!
Nashville
2 Hours
Kid-Friendly
City Tour, Walking Tour
Nashville Adventures
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The Downtown Walking Tour
1.5 Hours • All ages welcome! • Up to 20 People
Nashville
1.5 Hours
City Tour, Ghost Tour, Walking Tour
Nashville Experience Tours
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Tour of Lights
2 hours • All Ages • Sightseeing
Sevierville
2 Hours
Chocolate Tour, City Tour, Driving Tour, Food Tour, Smoky Mountain Tour
Tennessee Mountain Tours
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The Nashville Van Tour
1.5 hours • All Ages Welcome
Nashville
1.5 Hours
Bus Tour, City Tour, History Tour, Music Tour, Sightseeing Tour
Nashville Experience Tours
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Cades Cove Heritage Tours - Public Bus Tour
All Ages • 3.5 to 4 Hours • Up to 14 Seats
Townsend
3 - 4 Hours
Private Tours
City Tour
Great Smoky Mountains Heritage Center
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Nashville E-Bike Tour: Explore the Heart of Music City
Most Popular • E-bike Tour
Nashville
Bike Tour, City Tour, E-Bike
Green Fleet Bike Tours
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Chattabooga Ghost Hunt
All Ages • 1.5 Hours • A Spooky Fun Time
Chattanooga
City Tour, Ghost Tour, History Tour, TV and Movie Sites Tour, Walking Tour
Chattabooga Ghost Walk
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Memphis Mojo Tour with Stax Museum admission
3 Hours • All Ages!
Memphis
3 hours
Bus Tour, City Tour, History Tour, Museum
Backbeat Tours
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Vintage Car Shopping Tour
Shop around Nashville in our electric Ford Model T carts!
Nashville
3 Hours
City Tour
Nashville Vintage Tour
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Memphis Discovery Tour with Riverboat Cruise
Tour the town and ride the river!
Memphis
6 hours
Boat Tour, City Tour
Backbeat Tours
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Kayak Tours Explore All
2 Mile Short Float (Only Option for Tubing)
Ages 7+ • 1 Hour
Mcminnville
Kayak
Smooth Rapids Outfitters
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Tent Site Camping
For all ages! • 1-7 Days • Maximum 2 tents per site
Mcminnville
Kayak
Smooth Rapids Outfitters
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5 Mile Trip
Milltown Dam to River Rat's Ramp
Columbia
Kayak
The River Rat’s Canoe Rental
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Bring Your Own Boats
For all ages! • Must be 18+ to book
Nunnelly
Kayak
Pinewood Canoe & Camp
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Tandem Kayak Rentals
Rentals • Ages 12+
Chattanooga
Kayak
River Canyon Adventures
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Afternoon Waterfall Trip to Burgess Falls (Does Not Meet at Smooth Rapids!)
Ages 7+ • 3.5 Hours
Sparta
Kayak
Smooth Rapids Outfitters
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Chickamauga Dam Lock Kayak Tour
2.5 Hours • Ages 7+ • A truly unique Chattanooga kayaking experience!
Chattanooga
2.5 Hours -- Eastern Time Start
Kid-Friendly
Kayak
Chattanooga Guided Adventures
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Tandem Kayak Rental
All ages • 2 to 24 Hours • Sits 2 people
Ocoee
Kayak
Ocoee Paddleboarding & Watersports
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Kayak Rentals
Rent a kayak for the duration you need!
Ooltewah
2 Hours - 5 Days
Kayak
Chattanooga Kayak Company
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Red River Kayak Trip
Starting at $40 | 4 Hour Trip
Adams
3–5 hours
Kid-Friendly
Kayak
Run-a-Muck Outfitters
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