Solo Travel in These Tennessee Towns

Embark on your own Tennessee adventure for a memorable solo getaway, meet friendly locals and experience as much as you can in cities like Jackson, Nashville and Knoxville and towns like Hohenwald and Jonesborough, Tennessee's oldest town. Vacation alone to soak in local culture and history, savor quiet meals and take guided tours. Check out these ideal vacations for solo travelers in Tennessee.

West Tennessee Solo Getaways

Jackson, Tennessee

• Jackson is an ideal midway city between Memphis and Nashville

• Travel during the free summer concert series that takes place on the lawn of Jackson’s Amphitheater at the Market

• Dive even deeper into Jackson’s music and the legends who came from the area by making a visit to The Legends of Tennessee Music Museum. Here, you’ll see costumes, instruments and more from Carl Perkins, Tina Turner and many other Tennessee-made stars

• Grab a table at Rock’n Dough Pizza & Brew Co. where all pizzas are made with ingredients from local farms and businesses. Or, treat yourself to an elegant meal at Central Creek American Bistro, Southern favorites at Skillet Junction Restaurant, and delicious sweet treats from Peppermint Addie's & Co.

• Make friends with locals at hangout spots like Hub City Brewing serving up local beers, food and fun games in a 100-year-old building or Century Farm Winery for local wines, pizza and walks through the vineyard

Huntingdon, Tennessee

• Big talent comes from this small town in West Tennessee, located about 116 miles from Nashville

• Sign up for a class at Mudslingers Pottery Studio to make your own clay creation, or marvel at the many pottery pieces that are displayed

• Head to Lawrence Designs to shop a wide range of candles and woodwork

• Make sure to plan your visit around a show at The Dixie Carter Performing Arts & Academic Center where concerts, Broadway shows, symphonies and more are performed. 

Middle Tennessee Solo Vacations

Nashville, Tennessee

• When you want to vacation alone, head to Nashville

• The city is full of guided tours. Hop on the Old Town Trolley Tours for an overview of the city featuring live narration and the opportunity for you to hop-on and hop-off in different areas of the city to do a deeper dive

• Walk Eat Nashville will get you into various restaurants so you can experience the unique tastes found in Nashville

• Backstage and music tours include Grand Ole Opry's Backstage tour, Ryman Auditorium's guided backstage tour and self-guided tours of the Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum, where the history of country music is preserved and interpreted through interactive exhibits and artifacts

• Time in nature is well spent at Cheekwood Estate & Gardens, Radnor Lake State Park and Warner Parks

• Find live music all along Lower Broadway as well as at iconic venues like Brooklyn Bowl Nashville, Bluebird Cafe and Station Inn.

Hohenwald, Tennessee

• Hohenwald, Tennessee is a town tucked away in Middle Tennessee, about 80 miles south of Nashville

• See murals, an elephant sculpture, learn about The Elephant Sanctuary and more

• The famous explorers, Lewis and Clark traveled through Lewis County and the area embraces that history. Check out the Lewis County Museum of Natural History and then take a drive to see the Meriwether Lewis National Monument and the pioneer cemetery, all located along the Natchez Trace Parkway

• Get a taste of Hohenwald at restaurants like Junkyard Dog Steakhouse or Lewis & Clarke’s and wineries in the area like Amber Falls Winery, Keg Springs Winery and Natchez Hills Winery.

Columbia, Tennessee

• Spend time in Columbia for a great solo weekend getaway or solo staycation

• Savor steak and elevated Southern food at Southern Tre Steakhouse, melt-in-your-mouth barbecue from Boot Stompin' BBQ or graze on a variety of local ingredients while enjoying live music at Buck & Board

• Poke around in a variety of shops - Bleu 32 Vintage Marketplace for incredible antiques, local gifts at Baxter's Mercantile, home decor from The Faded Farmhouse and new book releases at Duck River Books

• Columbia has the only surviving home of James K. Polk, the 11th U.S. president. Take a guided tour to view original family and personal possessions collected during his time in Columbia as well as in the White House

• If you want to get into nature, explore Cheek’s Bend Bluff and look out for the cave that runs beneath the trail at the top of the bluff

Clarksville, Tennessee

• Get outside in Clarksville to stretch your legs and read the stories of Clarksville Marble Works, Civil War history and more thanks to the open-air exhibits sprinkled throughout the city

• There are also art pieces on the trails that connect via a greenway system

• Find your next read at HUDUBAM Booktraders or vinyl records at AndVinyl

• Shop more than 200 vendors selling antiques, handmade goods and more at Miss Lucille’s Marketplace

• The Mad Herbalist is a great place to visit alone. Find a cozy corner and have a traditional tea service. Then, make your own lotion, perfume or hand sanitizer

• Find great local spirits, live music, delicious food and a spacious patio at Old Glory Distilling Co.

• Enjoy the sunset on the balcony and local music, games and brews at Strawberry Alley Ale Works for a fun way to end your solo weekend getaway

Places to Visit Alone in East Tennessee 

Knoxville, Tennessee

• This college town, home to the University of Tennessee Volunteers, is bursting with outdoor activities, creative artisans and some serious good eats

• Hike, climb, kayak and bike with the help of Outdoor Knoxville, who can outfit you for any outdoor activity

• Buckle up and conquer the challenging courses at Navitat – either by day or night

• Once you’ve worked up an appetite, head to one of the many restaurants that call Knoxville home – Lonesome Dove for creative, upscale American fare, Kefi for a cocktail and memorable Greek cuisine, and seasonal Italian dishes at Emilia

• Save room for dessert and go to Phoenix Pharmacy for a banana split.

Chattanooga, Tennessee

• With so much to see and do, you’ll be plenty busy while on a solo vacation in Chattanooga

• The city is home to world-class attractions like the Tennessee Aquarium that stretches to two buildings plus the impressive IMAX Theater

• Hunter Museum of American Art, which not only beautifully showcases nearby Tennessee River, but has sculptures, photography and paintings displayed by some of the world’s leading artists

• If you need some time in nature, hike up to Snoopers Rock which provides stunning views of the gorge below and the mountains beyond or take in more art at Sculpture Fields at Montague Park which is home to more than 50 world-renowned sculptures and 1.5 miles of hiking trails

Jonesborough, Tennessee

• Jonesborough is an adorable town with a lot of history to tell as it’s Tennessee’s Oldest Town, incorporated in 1779

• To get acquainted with Jonesborough, join a Historic Jonesborough Town Tour as you're guided by local historians who share colorful stories about the town and interesting tidbits

• Have a delicious meal at Main Street Cafe & Catering

• Enjoy a flight of beers made by Depot Street Brewing

• Plan your solo getaway around a performance happening at the historic, The Jackson Theatre

• Extend your solo vacation and book a room at the Historic Eureka Inn right on Main Street.

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