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Small Town, Big Splash

Whether planning a lazy day on the lake or an action-packed afternoon on dry land, the inviting town of Winchester features fun for everyone.

Historic Rock Castle in Sumner County, TN.

Come See Why Memories are Made in Sumner County

This Tennessee area offers history, outdoor recreation, local eats and is located north of Nashville, just a short drive south of Bowling Green, Kentucky.

A traveler on top of Welch's Point Overlook during sunset in Sparta TN

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Cookeville is Your Waterfall Oasis in Tennessee

When you think about Tennessee, your first thought is probably music.

Heritage, hospitality, and a creative spirit

Cities & Regions

Rich in heritage, culture and scenic beauty, Middle Tennessee provides genuine Southern hospitality and delivers an unparalleled creative music experience. Rolling hills and fertile valleys dot the land around Nashville, Tennessee's capital, and the Upper Cumberland. Middle Tennessee includes the western edge of the Cumberland Plateau, the Nashville Basin and the dramatic Highland Rim landscape.

Bluegrass Underground

Bluegrass Underground is a PBS series that is taped live in The Caverns in Pelham, TN

Event Venue

Grand Ole Opry

See "the show that made country music famous. "

Museums

Frist Art Museum

The Frist Art Museum presents world-class visual art on a schedule of changing exhibitions so you always see something new.

Larger-than-life heroes and scientific advancements, Utopian societies and bloody battles are all part of the complex story of Middle Tennessee.

History

Carnton

Learn How the Civil War Redefined America

Museums

Andrew Jackson's Hermitage: Home of the People's President

Tour the ancestral home of the 11th U.S. President James K. Polk

History

President James K. Polk Home & Museum

Tour the home of the 11th U.S. President James K. Polk

Museums

Tennessee State Capitol

Finished in 1859, the historic Tennessee State Capitol is one of the oldest working capitols in the country

From award-winning hot chicken to food and wine inspired by every part of the globe, Middle Tennessee is sure to please your appetite.

Breweries, Distilleries, & Wineries

Jack Daniel Distillery

Enjoyed around the world, made in Lynchburg, Tennessee, Jack Daniels whiskey is matured in handcrafted, white oak barrels, in the nations oldest registered distillery. Personally guided tours are a part of the ambiance.

Coffee & Tea

Barista Parlor

Enjoy delectable coffee at a local Nashville favorite

Breweries, Distilleries, & Wineries

DelMonaco Winery & Vineyards

Our 52-acre estate was purchased by the DelMonaco family, back in 2006. Construction soon began, and the winery was completed on November 15th, 2008. We started out with only four varietals; today, we have almost 30 acres of vineyards...

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Thomas House Haunted Hotel Just Outside of Nashville

Haunted Hotel Overnight Ghost Hunt

Ghost Hunt The Thomas House Hotel

Judy Collins & Friends - 85th Birthday Celebration

Judy Collins & Friends - 85th Birthday Celebration at Ryman Auditorium

Premium Seating Predators vs Avalanche

Premium Seating Predators vs Avalanche at Bridgestone Arena

Haunted Hotel Overnight Ghost Hunt

Ghost Hunt The Thomas House Hotel

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Still exploring? Try these popular ideas in and around Middle Tennessee.

Eat & Drink

Breweries, Distilleries, & Wineries

Nearest Green Distillery

Uncle Nearest Premium Whiskey is inspired by the best whiskey-maker the world never knew, the first African-American master distiller on record in the United States, Nearest Green.

Restaurants

Miss Mary Bobo's Restaurant

A Southern Dining Experience Unlike Any Other

Bars & Pubs

Johnny Cash's Bar & BBQ

Places to Stay

Guest Ranches & Farm Inns

The Silos at Promise Manor

Experience The Silos

Condos & Vacation Rentals

Club Wyndham Resort at Fairfield Glade

Spacious studio, 1-, and 2-bedroom resort suites sleep 2-6 with separate rooms, full kitchen, washer/dryer, whirlpool tub (select), free Wi-Fi, dining area & balcony!

Join us for a great weekend of family fun at Loretta Lynn's!

Campgrounds & RV Parks

Loretta Lynn's Ranch - Event Venue, Campground, Tourist Destination

Canoeing, tubing, camping, live music, hiking, biking

Things to Do

Arts & Entertainment

NowPlayingNashville

Find Where to Go and What to Do in Middle Tennessee.

Sutton Ole Time Music Hour - Stoney Lonesome Bluegrass

Music Venues & Museums

Sutton Ole Time Music Hour and Dinner Show

Sutton Ole Time Music Hour: live bluegrass every Saturday night.

Museums

Historic Granville , Tennessee's Mayberry Town

One hour east of Nashville on the banks of the Cumberland River your find a hidden gem called Historic Granville, Tennessee's Mayberry Town.

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Historic Washington County Courthouse in Jonesborough, TN

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Jonesborough: Tennessee's Oldest Town Has a Vibrant Story to Tell

Nicknamed "Tennessee's Oldest Town," Jonesborough was founded in 1779 when Tennessee was still claimed by North Carolina.

A wood artist at The Outpost in Pickwick Dam, TN

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Hidden Gems in West Tennessee

Travel to these hidden gems in West Tennessee.

A couple on the Murfreesboro Greenway System in Murfreesboro TN

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How to Spend a Day Trip in Murfreesboro, Tennessee

Looking for an easy afternoon getaway a few minutes from Music City? Here's how to spend a day in Murfreesboro.

The Bessie Smith Cultural Center in Chattanooga TN

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History Buffs: Here's Your Chattanooga Itinerary

Few places in the country can claim such a rich concentration of historical events.

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Bleubird : An East Tennessee Roadtrip

Meet the Kicinski McCoys.

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Small Town, Big Splash

Come See Why Memories are Made in Sumner County

Cookeville is Your Waterfall Oasis in Tennessee

Heritage, hospitality, and a creative spirit

Cities & Regions

Bluegrass Underground

Grand Ole Opry

Frist Art Museum

Carnton

Andrew Jackson's Hermitage: Home of the People's President

President James K. Polk Home & Museum

Tennessee State Capitol

Jack Daniel Distillery

Barista Parlor

DelMonaco Winery & Vineyards

Haunted Hotel Overnight Ghost Hunt

Judy Collins & Friends - 85th Birthday Celebration

Premium Seating Predators vs Avalanche

Haunted Hotel Overnight Ghost Hunt

Subregions

Eat & Drink

Nearest Green Distillery

Miss Mary Bobo's Restaurant

Johnny Cash's Bar & BBQ

Places to Stay

The Silos at Promise Manor

Club Wyndham Resort at Fairfield Glade

Loretta Lynn's Ranch - Event Venue, Campground, Tourist Destination

Things to Do

NowPlayingNashville

Sutton Ole Time Music Hour and Dinner Show

Historic Granville , Tennessee's Mayberry Town

Inspiration just for you

Jonesborough: Tennessee's Oldest Town Has a Vibrant Story to Tell

Hidden Gems in West Tennessee

How to Spend a Day Trip in Murfreesboro, Tennessee

History Buffs: Here's Your Chattanooga Itinerary

Bleubird : An East Tennessee Roadtrip

Cookeville-Putnam County Visitors Bureau

Country Music's Biggest Stage

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