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Tennessee

Set in the heart of the American South, Tennessee is a destination defined by music, mountains and rich cultural heritage. In Nashville, the sound of country music fills lively honky-tonks and iconic venues, while Memphis pulses with blues, soul and rock ’n’ roll along Beale Street and at legendary landmarks. The state forms a key stretch of America’s music trail, linking stories, sounds and heritage across its cities and towns. Beyond the rhythm of its urban centres, the natural beauty of Great Smoky Mountains National Park offers mist-covered peaks, scenic drives and endless opportunities for hiking and wildlife spotting. From live music to mountain landscapes, Tennessee delivers an immersive journey through the spirit and soul of the South.

Where to Book

Please note that the estimated temperature, rainfall and recommended months of when to go are based on Nashville’s weather patterns

Holiday Highlights

  • Thomas Divide, Great Smoky Mountains – Tennessee Tourism/Adam Jones

  • Frist Art Museum, Nashville – Tennessee Tourism

  • Elvis Presley statue, Memphis – Tennessee Tourism/Alisa Kessler

  • Enjoying a visit to the Johnny Cash Museum in Nashville, Tennessee - Brand USA

  • I Am A Man Plaza, Memphis – Tennessee Tourism/Wolfgang Streitborger

  • Sun Studio, Memphis – Tennessee Tourism/Hunter Premo

  • Country Music Hall of Fame & Museum, Nashville – Tennessee Tourism

  • Lower Broadway in Nashville, Tennessee – Brand USA

  • Knoxville KnoxCo Sweet Ps Barbeque – Tennessee Tourism

  • Beale Street Memphis, Tennessee - Brand USA

  • Nashville Soccer Club – Tennessee Tourism/Joe Howell

  • Whiskey Row on Broadway, Nashville – Tennessee Tourism/Plan A

Average temperature

Information below is based on average highest temperature for each month.

  • 9℃
  • 12℃
  • 17℃
  • 22℃
  • 26℃
  • 31℃
  • 32℃
  • 31℃
  • 28℃
  • 23℃
  • 16℃
  • 11℃
  • 6
  • 8
  • 8
  • 7
  • 7
  • 5
  • 6
  • 6
  • 4
  • 5
  • 5
  • 6

Information above is based on the average number of days which experience some form of rainfall for each month.

Rainfall

When to Visit

Below gives you information and a rating of the best time of year to visit.

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Our Ratings

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