Holidays to Tennessee

Why Tennessee?

Tennessee is a landlocked state in the USA. It’s the hometown of Elvis Presley, and is where you’ll find Nashville, America’s country music capital. Full of theme parks (including Dollywood) and even a skiing-themed park in the mountains, it has a diverse range of activities and cultures. It’s well known for its authentic smoky barbecue and country ham dishes, as well as a stunning underground waterfall.

Popular areas to stay in Tennessee

Stuck on where to go? Check out the best resorts and towns to base your holiday

Memphis

The birthplace of rock ‘n’ roll is a mecca for music lovers. Elvis fans descend on Graceland to visit the home of ‘the King’, while Sun Studio is where an impromptu jam session by the Million Dollar Quartet of Presley, Jerry Lee Lewis, Johnny Cash and Carl Perkins was recorded. Memphis is full of traditional southern charm. Walk into any local museum or shop, and you’re likely to receive the warmest of welcomes.

Who is it for?

Families

If you like animals watch the march of the famous Peabody Ducks and say hello to the giant pandas at Memphis Zoo.

Night Owls

Beale Street’s neon lit blues bars are buzzing at night. Louis Armstrong and BB King started out here.

Culture Vultures

As well as music, Memphis is known for the National Civil Rights Museum. It’s on the site where Martin Luther King Jnr was shot.

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Nashville

From the Grand Ole Opry and Country Music Hall of Fame to the honky tonk scene on Lower Broadway, you’ll be in country music dreamland on a visit to Nashville. It’s not just all about the music though, as you’ll also find historic homes, art galleries and award winning cuisine here. Areas such as Hillsboro Village, 12South and the Gulch offer a great mix of shopping, dining, nightlife and music.

Who is it for?

Foodies

From casual barbecues to fine dining, Nashville’s food scene is really hitting the high notes at the moment.

Night Owls

With 120 live music venues across the city to choose from, you certainly won’t be short of evening entertainment in Nashville.

Culture Vultures

Check out the Johnny Cash Museum and Frist Centre for the Visual Arts, housed in a converted art deco post office.

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£20

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Germantown

An affluent suburb of Memphis, Germantown is a pleasant place to stay outside the city. It’s handy for the airport, which is a 20 minute drive away. It’s also close to many of the major attractions, including Graceland and Mississippi River Park. Germantown itself is home to no fewer than 27 parks, so you can easily escape the hustle and bustle of the city if you want a breather.