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
The Dive Bar Tour
Ages 21+ • 2.5 Hours • 3-4 Bars
Gallatin
2.5 Hours
Guided Tour
Nashville Tennessee Tours
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12 South Walking Tour
See What Turned 12 South into the City's Most Storied Mile • All Ages • 1.5 Hours
Nashville
1.5 Hours
Walking Tour
Footnotes Nashville Walking Tours
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TriToon Rental
Rent a Tritoon for fun on the water!
Knoxville
4 Hours - Multi Day Rentals
Boat Rental
Smoky Mountain Boat Rentals
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Sitting Fee
1 Hour • Age 18+ to book • Up to 25 People
Pigeon Forge
Old Time Photos Pigeon Forge
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Private efoil surf lesson for 2
Learn to surf in the Smokies!
Sevierville
2 Hours
Private Tours
Surf
Surf the Smokies, LLC
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Tombstone Pass Adventure Tour
3 to 4 hours • Extreme difficulty • Ages 16 & up
Mirror Maze
Most Popular! | All Ages! | Combo Passes Availalbe
Gatlinburg
Holrob Gatlinburg Attractions, LLC
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Downtown Franklin Walking Food Tour: Midday on Main Street
Historic Main Street • Favorite Local Flavors • 2.5 Hours • All Ages Welcome
Nashville
2.5 Hours
Food Tour, Walking Tour
Local Tastes of Franklin
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Morning Coffee and Wagon Ride
Coming Soon!
Townsend
35 Minutes
Farm
Country Manor Acres
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Private Investigation Experience
5 hours • 18 to book • 16-17 must have parent/guardian permission
Sevierville
4 Hours
Private Tours
Blowing Cave Mill
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Boat Tours Explore All
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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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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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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Senior Lunch Cruise!
2 hours • Lunch and Sightseeing
Chattanooga
2 hours
Boat Tour, Cruise / Large Boat
The Southern Belle Riverboat
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Crappie Fishing Charter
All Ages Welcome • 4 Hour Trip • 2 Passengers Included, Can Accommodate Up to 4
Nashville
Boat Tour
Rowdy's Wild Rides
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Y'all aboard to 2' Cove (Old Hickory Lake)
Ages 21+ • Perfect for bach parties, celebrating or just a good time! • Cruise to Two Foot Cove
Nashville
3 hours
Private Tours
Boat Tour
Yeehaw Yacht Club
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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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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 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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Bowfishing
All Ages Welcome • 4 Hour Trip • 4 Passengers MAX
Nashville
Boat Tour
Rowdy's Wild Rides
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Food Tours Explore All
12South Food & Mural Tour
Starting at $109 + taxes & fees | 3 Hours | Culinary gems mingle with tons of murals!
Nashville
Food Tour
Walk Eat Nashville
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Old Beijing Dinner Tour
US$80 • 15+ Tastings at 5 Seated Stops • Family Friendly • 3 Hours
Chattanooga
3 Hours
Food Tour
UnTour 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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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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East Nashville Food Tour
3 Hours | Historic neighborhood brimming with local favorites!
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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Chengdu Classic Food Tour
US$70.00 • All ages welcome • 4 Hours • 10+ Tastings and One Sit-Down Meal • Family Friendly
Chattanooga
4 Hours
Food Tour
UnTour Food Tours
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Shanghai Night Eats Tour
US$90.00 • 15+ Tastings at 5 Stops • Family Friendly • 3 Hours
Chattanooga
3 Hours
Food Tour
UnTour Food Tours
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Downtown Nashville Food Tour
3 Hours | Culinary gems mingle with Music City landmarks!
Nashville
Food Tour
Walk Eat Nashville
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East Nashville Food Tour
3 Hours • All Ages
Nashville
Private Tours
Food Tour
Sidewalk Food Tours
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Visit Chattanooga Explore All
Tandem Kayak Rentals
Rentals • Ages 12+
Chattanooga
Kayak
River Canyon Kayaks
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Dinner at the Mansion and Sunset Cruise
All Ages Welcome • This purchase includes the Dinner at the Mansion and Sunset Cruise
Chattanooga
The Southern Belle Riverboat
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The Lookout Mountain Suite (Check In 3pm-9pm)
Starting at $149 per night (before taxes & fees) • King-Sized Bed
Chattanooga
Private Tours
Lodging
The Mayor's Mansion Inn
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Shanghai Night Eats Tour
US$90.00 • 15+ Tastings at 5 Stops • Family Friendly • 3 Hours
Chattanooga
3 Hours
Food Tour
UnTour Food Tours
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One Hour Rental - Downtown Chattanooga
Please thoroughly read over your confirmation email after booking.
Evening Ridge Runner
Experience the Historic Evening Ridge Runner Train Ride
Chattanooga
65 Minutes
Tennessee Valley Railroad Museum
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09/22: Crabtree Farms Community Book Club
SEPT 22: 6-7:30PM •Conversation around food, land, sustainability, health, and community
Chattanooga
1 Hour
Kid-Friendly
Crabtree Farms of Chattanooga
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The Cumberland Suite (Check In 3pm-9pm)
Starting at $149 per night (before taxes & fees) • King-Sized Bed
Chattanooga
Private Tours
Lodging
The Mayor's Mansion Inn
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Chickamauga Turn
6 Hours • Embark on a Historic Train Ride to Chickamauga, Georgia!
Chattanooga
6 hours
Train
Tennessee Valley Railroad Museum
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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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City Tours Explore All
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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History, Highlights, and Hacks Nashville Walking Tour
For all ages • 1.5 Hours • Great for families!
Nashville
1.5 Hours
City Tour, History Tour, Walking Tour
Nashville Adventures
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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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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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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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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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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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Bridge to Fun: A Chattanooga Rydable Experience
Explore Chattanooga on a 1-Hour Rydable Adventure!
Chattanooga
1 Hour
Kid-Friendly
City Tour, Guided Tour, Scooter, Sightseeing Tour
Chattanooga Segway
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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 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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Kayak Tours Explore All
Long RV 30- 40 ft Camper Sites
Select Desired Check-In Date Only
Mcminnville
Kayak
Smooth Rapids Outfitters
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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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Beach Day with Water Toys
For guests who want a slower way to enjoy the lake with kayaks, paddle boards, or canoe.
Sevierville
Kayak, Surf
Surf the Smokies, LLC
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Launch Access Pass
Rentals • Ages 12+
Chattanooga
Kayak
River Canyon Kayaks
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Date Night Float
Sunset Float/ Snacks provided
Smyrna
Kayak
Stones River Kayak & Canoe Rentals, LLC
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Boat Rentals at Hyde Lake
Kayaks, Canoes, and Paddle Boards
Memphis
1 hour
Kayak
Shelby Farms Park
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Bring Your Own Boats
For all ages! • Must be 18+ to book
Nunnelly
3-6 hours
Kayak
Pinewood Canoe & Camp
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Social Paddle
No instruction, just community fun • 1.5 Hours
Nashville
Kayak
Nashville Paddle Co.
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Starlight Glide
Ages 8 & up • 9 Person Capacity • 2Hours
Granville
3hr
Kid-Friendly
Kayak
Wildwood Resort & Marina
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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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Kid-Friendly Tour Explore All
Elite Immersive Falconry Experience
3 Hrs • Ages 6+ • Handle/Fly our Owls, Hawks, Falcons, Crow & Eagle • Tue-Sun • No UNPAID observers
Joelton
3 hours
Kid-Friendly
Air Activities, Environmental Attraction, Farm, Guided Tour, Lesson, Photography Tour, Sports, Wellness, Wildlife, Winter Activities, Workshop, Zoo
Wing Blade Falconry
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10/06: The Extraordinary Caterpillar
OCT 06: 6-7:30PM •Film showing, popcorn & drinks, and insightful conversation!
Chattanooga
1.5 Hours
Kid-Friendly
Crabtree Farms of Chattanooga
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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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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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Low Impact Paintball - 50 Caliber
Beginner Friendly Paintball for Ages 8 and Up
Memphis
1 Hour is Great! 2 Hours is EVEN BETTER!
Kid-Friendly
Paintball
Battlefront Lasertag & Paintball
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Buford’s Boogertown BBQ Tour
All Ages • 2 Hours • Up to 14 People
Pigeon Forge
2 Hours
Kid-Friendly
Buford Boogertown Bus Tours
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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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Birthday Experience
Ages 6+ • 1 hour • Up to 8 people • Available daily • Celebrate a Big Day! • Private party
Nashville
1 hour
Kid-Friendly, Private Tours
Cooking Class
Rolled 4 Ever Ice Cream
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11/01- Nature as Teacher: A Mindfulness Practice
Nov 01: 10-11AM • Cultivate a naturally calm mind and rooted presence in 2026 with meditation
Chattanooga
1 Hour
Kid-Friendly
Crabtree Farms of Chattanooga
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Taste of Franklin
Ages 8+ • 3 Hour Tour • Discover Franklin’s Hidden Food Gems!
Franklin
3 Hours
Kid-Friendly
Food Tour
Taste of Historical Franklin, LLC
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