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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Our website makes it easy to discover and book unforgettable day trips, tours, excursions, and unique experiences in Tennessee - before you even start your vacation. With real-time availability, detailed activity information, and direct booking with trusted tour operators, you can secure the adventures you want without the stress of last-minute planning or sold-out experiences. Whether you’re seeking outdoor thrills, cultural discoveries, or relaxing local highlights in Tennessee, we give you a simple, reliable way to plan ahead and make the most of every moment of your trip.
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
1-Hour Trail Ride
Maximum weight is 230 lbs | Explore the beauty of Tennessee!
Calhoun
1 Hour
Private Tours
Ocoee Horseride
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Lost Sea Annual Pass
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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Downtown Nashville Food Tour
Award Winning Food Tour | 3 Hour Walking Tour | Includes a full meal, 2 cocktails, and a local beer
3 Hours
Food Tour
A Little Local Flavor
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Eqwine Social Experience
All Ages • Must be 21+ to drink • 1 Hour
Goodlettsville
1 Hour
Private Tours
Horse, Wine
Eqwine Social
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Custom Candle Pouring - Berry Hill
Fully Led Workshop | Ages 5+ | 1 Hour | Full Bar
Nashville
1 Hour
Kid-Friendly
Paddywax Candle Bar - Nashville
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Kayak Rentals
All Ages • Half & Full Day Options • Single-Person Kayaks • Great for Exploring!
Kona Mahuna Hardtail Mountain Bike Rental
10 hours • All ages
Knoxville
Knoxville Adventure Collective
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River and Nature Tour
All ages • 30 minutes • Starting at $175 • Up to 3 people • Weight limit of 275 lbs per person
Nashville Delight Guided Bike Ride
Ages 4+ Welcome, Must be 18+ to Book • 2 Hours • Great for Newcomers and Tourists!
Nashville
Kid-Friendly
Bike Tour
Music City E Bikes
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Private Tours Explore All
2 Hour Open Throw
Starting at $40 • Perfect for team building events!
Clarksville
The Rage'n Axe - Clarksville, TN
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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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RV Site One at Bigfoot Outfitters (pull through site)
Stay in our RV site located near the Ocoee River in the scenic East Tennessee mountains
Lunch Train
2 hours 45 min - Experience Culinary Delight on the Rails with the Lunch Train!
Chattanooga
2 hours 45 min
Tennessee Valley Railroad Museum
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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/ G
Chattanooga
1.5 - 3 hours
Boat Tour, Cruise / Large Boat
The Southern Belle Riverboat
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RV Site #7 (30 amp site)
Starting at $45 for a 30 amp RV Hookup for Two People.
Ocoee
Recreational Vehicle
Adventures Unlimited
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Double Trouble
20 minutes • Ages 8+ • Includes 1 large item!
RV 30 Amp Site 1
$40 Per Night | Includes picnic table, burn ring and grill
Alum Bluffs + Lower Mt LeConte
See Arch Rock, the Bluffs, and Inspiration Point
Standard Pontoon Rental
Operator must be 21+ • 4 - 7 Hours • Up to 8 People
Hermitage
Nashville Shores Boat Rentals
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Visit Nashville Explore All
Mansion Mixology: Craft Cocktail Creations at Belle Air
Ages 21+ • 3 Hours • Up to 30 People
Music & Food Tour - Music Row
Starting at $109 + taxes & fees | 3ish Hours | Culinary adventure through Music Row
Nashville
Food Tour
Walk Eat Nashville
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Tease & Please Dance Lessons
Private dance lessons for individuals or groups focused on sensuality and seduction.
Nashville
1 hour
Private Tours
Men of the Night
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Nash Bach Bash
60-Minute Line Dance Party for Bachelorettes! • BYOB • $39
Eastside Bike & Brew Tour
Ages 21+ • 2.5 hours
Nashville
2.5 hours
Brewery
Music City Adventure Company
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KARAOKE OFFICE OUTING
All Ages Welcome • 3 Hour Session • Up to 300 People!
Nashville
3 HRS
Rowdy's Wild Rides
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Nashville's Best Whiskey Tour
3 Distilleries • 3 Hours • Premium BYOB Transportation
Nashville
3 Hours
Mint Julep Experiences - Nashville
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Nashville Celebrity Home Tour
All ages • 30 minutes • Starting at $175 • Up to 3 people • Weight limit of 275 lbs per person
Whispers from the Past - Paranormal Investigative Experience
Join an elite team of paranormal investigators after dark!
Nashville
6 Hours
Ghost Tour
Friends of Two Rivers
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Electric Ford Model T - 8 Seater - Rental
Rent an electric Ford Model T for your time in Nashville!
Nashville
1 Hour - All Day
Walking Tour
Nashville Vintage Tour
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Guided Tours Explore All
Historic Memphis Walking Tour: Memphis Beyond Beale
1.5 Hours • All Ages!
Memphis
Guided Tour, History Tour, Walking Tour
Backbeat Tours
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Lights Out
All ages • 3 Hours
Bristol
3 Hours
Guided Tour
Bristol Caverns
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Old Hickory Lake Clear Kayak Tour
CLEAR KAYAKS - Through Old Hickory Lake Just Outside of Nashville! • 2.5 hours • Ages 3+
Gallatin
2.5 hrs
Guided Tour, Kayak, Water Activities
Get Up & Go Kayaking - Old Hickory Lake
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River Challenge
Ages 15+ • 3 Hours
Bristol
3 Hours
Guided Tour
Bristol Caverns
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Cades Cove Specialty Tour
Most Popular! • Guided Tour
Pigeon Forge
4 Hours
Guided Tour
Smoky Mountains Jeep Tours
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2 Hour Middle TN Back Country Sampler Can-Am Experience
Starting at $149 | 2 Hours | Guided Adventure through Scenic Tennessee!
Williamsport
2 Hours
ATV/UTV, Guided Tour
Fisher's Off-Road Tours LLC
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Guided Mansion Tours
For all ages! • 1 Hour • Tour the mansion where history is fun.
Mcminnville
Guided Tour
Falcon Manor DBA Falcon Rest Mansion & Gardens
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Highlights of the Smokies - Tastings, Scenery & Hidden Gems
21+ • 4 Hours • Our Top Rated Tour!
Pigeon Forge
4 Hours
Guided Tour
Pinyan Inc. DBA Smoky Bear Shuttle
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Hillbilly Booze Cruise
21+ • 4 Hours • Focus on fun and let us drive
Pigeon Forge
4 Hours
Guided Tour
Pinyan Inc. DBA Smoky Bear Shuttle
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Large Boat Cruises Explore All
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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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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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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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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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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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/ G
Chattanooga
1.5 - 3 hours
Boat Tour, Cruise / Large Boat
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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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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Mother's Day On The River
2 hours • Celebrate mom with a relaxing cruise, a great meal and good times!
Chattanooga
2 hours
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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Horseback Tours Explore All
Eqwine & Coffee Experience
Equine & Coffee Experience
Goodlettsville
1 Hour
Private Tours
Horse
Eqwine Social
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Western Experience
All Ages • 1 Hour or 2 Hour Experiences Available • Minimum 2 Riders per Experience.
Hendersonville
1 & 2 Hour options
Horse
R&M Stables
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3 Hour Cowboy Ranch & Ride Day Programs
Ages 10 - 65 • Saddle Up for the Ultimate Ranch & Ride Experience in Tennessee!
Dunlap
3 Hours
Kid-Friendly
Horse
A Tennesee Dude & Guest Ranch
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20 Minute Pony Ride
$29 Great for small children | Riders must be Age 4+
Memphis
Horse, Horse Ride
Shelby Farms Stables
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6 Hour YeeHaw Ranch & Ride Program
Ages 10 - 65 • Bring the Whole Family for a Day of Western Fun!
Dunlap
6 Hours
Kid-Friendly
Horse
A Tennesee Dude & Guest Ranch
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1.5 Hour Trail Ride
$85 Our Most Popular Ride! Riders must be 10 and older and under 240 lbs
Memphis
Horse, Horse Ride
Shelby Farms Stables
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2 Hour Ride
$100 | An adventure ride for 13 and older with a little experience. Must be under 240 lbs
Memphis
Horse, Horse Ride
Shelby Farms Stables
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Eqwine Social Experience
All Ages • Must be 21+ to drink • 1 Hour
Goodlettsville
1 Hour
Private Tours
Horse, Wine
Eqwine Social
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Private Guided Trail Rides
Ride Through the Beautiful Smokies! • $85 Per Person • By Appointment Only
Townsend
45 Minutes
Private Tours
Horse
Country Manor Acres
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30 Minute Ride
Starting at $45 | Riders must be Age 7 and older, at least 50" tall and under 240 lbs
Memphis
Horse, Horse Ride
Shelby Farms Stables
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Kayak Tours Explore All
Kayak Rental
For all ages! • Must be 18+ to book • Life Jackets + Paddles + Transport Included!
Nunnelly
3–6 hours
Kayak
Pinewood Canoe & Camp
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Kayak Rental
All ages • 2 to 24 Hours • Lifevest included!
Ocoee
Kayak
Ocoee Paddleboarding & Watersports
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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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Inflatable Tandem Kayak Rental
Arrive 30 minutes before shuttle time | 2.5 - 4 Hours
Reliance
Kayak
Hiwassee Outfitters
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Nickajack Bat Cave Sunset Kayak Tour
2 Hours • Ages 7+ • Available late March - early October
South Pittsburg
2 Hours -- Eastern Time Start
Kid-Friendly
Kayak
Chattanooga Guided Adventures
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2 Mile Short Float (Only Option for Tubing)
Ages 7+ • 1 Hour
Mcminnville
Kayak
Smooth Rapids Outfitters
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Old Hickory Lake Clear Kayak Tour
CLEAR KAYAKS - Through Old Hickory Lake Just Outside of Nashville! • 2.5 hours • Ages 3+
Gallatin
2.5 hrs
Guided Tour, Kayak, Water Activities
Get Up & Go Kayaking - Old Hickory Lake
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Downtown Paddle Adventure
Starting at $20 • 1 or 2 hours • All ages
Knoxville
LGBTQ-Friendly
Kayak
Knoxville Adventure Collective
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"Olympic Section" Upper & Middle Ocoee River Whitewater Rafting 10 Miles
Ages 12+ • 5 Hours • Expert guides! Class 3 & 4+
Ocoee
Kayak
Ocoee Paddleboarding & Watersports
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Normandy Dam to Huffman Bridge
For all ages! • 1.5 Hours • Kayaking and Canoeing for Everyone
Normandy
1.5 Hours
Kayak
Lucky Duck River Rentals at Normandy
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