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25 Best Places to Visit in Tennessee for First-Time Travelers

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25 Best Places to Visit in Tennessee for First-Time Travelers

Introduction - Tennessee is known for its historic sites, music venues, and outdoor attractions. Whether you are visiting this southeastern state or...

 
 

Tennessee State Capitol

Place To Visit 1 - The Tennessee State Capitol is a National Historic Landmark and one of the oldest working capitols in the United States...

 
 
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Grand Ole Opry

Place To Visit 2 - One of the most famous music shows in Tennessee, the Grand Ole Opry, is known as "The Home of Country...

 
 

Chickamauga and Chattanooga National Military Park

Place To Visit 3 - Chickamauga and Chattanooga National Military Park is one of the most famous historic sites in Tennessee. The park was named...

 
 

Stones River National Battlefield

Place To Visit 4 - The Battle of Stones River was one of the largest and most pivotal battles in the Civil War. This 3-day...

 
 

Great Smoky Mountains National Park

Place To Visit 5 - Great Smoky Mountains National Park is one of the largest natural landmarks in Tennessee. The park has over 500,000 acres...

 
 

Rock City

Place To Visit 6 - Rock City is located at the very top of Lookout Mountain and offers panoramic mountain views, unique rock formations, caves...

 
 
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Gatlinburg SkyLift Park

Place To Visit 7 - Gatlinburg SkyLift Park is a famous theme park located in Gatlinburg, Tennessee. It is known for its open-air chairlift that...

 
 
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National Civil Rights Museum

Place To Visit 8 - The National Civil Rights Museum exhibits historic milestones in the Civil Rights Movement. Artifacts and presentations from some of the...

 
 

Cumberland Gap National Historical Park

Place To Visit 9 - Cumberland Gap National Historical Park encompasses 14,000 acres of land shared between Tennessee, Kentucky, and Virginia. The mountain pass served...

 
 
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Ryman Auditorium

Place To Visit 10 - Since 1885, the Ryman Auditorium has been one of the most famous places in Tennessee. The auditorium is popular for...

 
 

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