Where is Tennessee?

The clock is ticking. Don't waste precious vacation time sitting on the bus. Reserve a rental car and bask in the freedom of having your own ride. Before you hit the wide open road, here are some basic facts about Tennessee. You can't say that you've explored every nook and cranny of United States of America without stopping by the state of Tennessee. While you're here, don't forget to call in to its capital, Nashville. This bustling destination is home to around 530,900 people.

What are the major attractions in Tennessee?

You might have a little trouble getting a parking space right in front of these iconic attractions, but trust us and they're most definitely worth a short stroll. The greatest thing about a trip to Tennessee is striking these off your bucket list:

• Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies (0.2 miles from the center of Gatlinburg, Gatlinburg - Pigeon Forge (and vicinity))
• Dollywood (1 mile from the center of Pigeon Forge, Gatlinburg - Pigeon Forge (and vicinity))
• Ijams Nature Center (3 miles from the center of Knoxville (and vicinity), Tennessee)

What are the best road trip destinations in Tennessee?

Adventure awaits around every twist and turn of this incredible country. Tennessee is one of those places where the journey is just as exciting as every one of its stunning destinations. With your own rental vehicle, you can take as little or as long as you like exploring every square inch of it. Here are some of the most outstanding cities in this exciting place:

• Memphis (population of 646,900)
• Nashville (population of 530,900)
• Knoxville (population of 178,900)
• Chattanooga (population of 167,700)