8 days in Pigeon Forge, Nashville & Memphis Itinerary

Get out of town with these interesting Pigeon Forge side-trips: Foothills Parkway Southwest Parking (in Great Smoky Mountains National Park) and Hartford (Zipline & River Rafting & Tubing). There's much more to do: brush up on your knowledge of spirits at Sugarlands Distilling Company, get in on the family fun at The Island in Pigeon Forge, take an unforgettable tour with a helicopter tour, and make a splash at Dollywood.

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Franklin to Pigeon Forge is an approximately 5.5-hour car ride. You can also drive. In August, daily temperatures in Pigeon Forge can reach 87°F, while at night they dip to 68°F. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 27th (Sun) early enough to drive to Nashville.

Kick off your visit on the 28th (Mon): test your problem-solving skills at The Escape Game Nashville (Berry Hill), catch a live performance at Grand Ole Opry, and then sample some tasty brews at a beer tour and tasting. Get ready for a full day of sightseeing on the 29th (Tue): wander the streets of Downtown Nashville, then see the interesting displays at Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum, and then pause for some serene contemplation at Downtown Presbyterian Church.

To see maps, other places to visit, photos, and other tourist information, use the Nashville trip maker.

Traveling by car from Pigeon Forge to Nashville takes 4 hours. Alternatively, you can fly; or do a combination of car, bus, and subway. You'll gain 1 hour traveling from Pigeon Forge to Nashville due to the time zone difference. In August, daytime highs in Nashville are 89°F, while nighttime lows are 69°F. Cap off your sightseeing on the 29th (Tue) early enough to go by car to Memphis.

Start off your visit on the 30th (Wed): examine the collection at Graceland and then steep yourself in history at National Civil Rights Museum - Lorraine Motel.

To see reviews, where to stay, traveler tips, and more tourist information, use the Memphis travel planner.

Drive from Nashville to Memphis in 3.5 hours. Alternatively, you can fly; or take a bus. In August, plan for daily highs up to 90°F, and evening lows to 73°F. On the 31st (Thu), you're off to home.