35 days in Missouri, Kentucky & Tennessee Itinerary
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Start: Brookings
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Saint Louis
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Paducah
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Hopkinsville
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Louisville
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Gatlinburg
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Knoxville
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Nashville
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Memphis
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Branson
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Kansas City
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Saint Louis — 3 nights
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Gateway to the West
Test the local claim that Saint Louis is second only to Washington, D.C. in the number of free activities available by spending your holiday exploring the city's central neighborhoods, famous for their restored century-old red-brick buildings.Get out of town with these interesting Saint Louis side-trips: New Haven (Pinckney Bend Distillery & Robller Vineyard) and Zipline (in New Florence). There's still lots to do: pause for some serene contemplation at Cathedral Basilica of Saint Louis, brush up on your knowledge of spirits at StilL 630 Distillery, let your taste buds guide you at a local gastronomic tour, and appreciate the extensive heritage of St. Charles Historic District.
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Brookings to Saint Louis is an approximately 10-hour car ride. You can also drive. In May, Saint Louis is a bit warmer than Brookings - with highs of 29°C and lows of 16°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 1st (Thu) early enough to fly to Paducah.
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Paducah — 3 nights
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Paducah is a home rule-class city in and the county seat of McCracken County, Kentucky, United States. Venture out of the city with trips to Kenlake State Park (in Hardin) and Ben E. Clement Mineral Museum (in Marion). Next up on the itinerary: admire the masterpieces at The National Quilt Museum, take a leisurely stroll along Paducah Riverwalk, brush up on your knowledge of spirits at The Moonshine Company, and examine the collection at Paducah Distilled Spirits.
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You can drive from Saint Louis to Paducah in 3 hours. Alternatively, you can fly; or drive; or take a bus. In June, plan for daily highs up to 36°C, and evening lows to 22°C. Cap off your sightseeing on the 4th (Sun) early enough to go by car to Hopkinsville.
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You can drive from Saint Louis to Paducah in 3 hours. Alternatively, you can fly; or drive; or take a bus. In June, plan for daily highs up to 36°C, and evening lows to 22°C. Cap off your sightseeing on the 4th (Sun) early enough to go by car to Hopkinsville.
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Hopkinsville — 1 night
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Hopkinsville is a home rule-class city in and the county seat of Christian County, Kentucky, United States. On the 5th (Mon), identify plant and animal life at Pennyroyal Scuba Blue Springs Resort, steep yourself in history at Trail of Tears Commemorative Park and Heritage Center, and then sample the fine beverages at Casey Jones Distillery.
To find photos, where to stay, traveler tips, and more tourist information, you can read our Hopkinsville travel planning site.
Traveling by car from Paducah to Hopkinsville takes 1.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive. In June in Hopkinsville, expect temperatures between 34°C during the day and 22°C at night. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 5th (Mon) so you can go by car to Louisville.
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Traveling by car from Paducah to Hopkinsville takes 1.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive. In June in Hopkinsville, expect temperatures between 34°C during the day and 22°C at night. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 5th (Mon) so you can go by car to Louisville.
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Louisville — 5 nights
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Derby City
Kentucky’s largest city, Louisville, is best known as the home of the Kentucky Derby.Venture out of the city with trips to Riverside Food Tours (in Covington), Cub Run Cave (in Cub Run) and Swope's Cars of Yesteryear Museum (in Elizabethtown). There's much more to do: explore the fascinating underground world of Louisville Mega Cavern, indulge your taste buds at Food & Drink, steep yourself in history at Conrad-Caldwell House Museum (Conrad's Castle), and examine the collection at Louisville Slugger Museum & Factory.
For reviews, maps, and other tourist information, you can read our Louisville trip planner.
Drive from Hopkinsville to Louisville in 3 hours. Alternatively, you can drive. The time zone difference moving from Central Standard Time (CST) to Eastern Standard Time (EST) is 1 hour. Expect a daytime high around 35°C in June, and nighttime lows around 22°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 10th (Sat) to allow time to drive to Gatlinburg.
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Riverside Food Tours, Cub Run Cave, Kentucky Artisan Distillery, Castle & Key Distillery, The Great American Dollhouse Museum
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Gatlinburg — 4 nights
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The Gateway to the Great Smoky Mountains
Nestled in the lush, wooded forests of the Great Smoky Mountains National Park, Gatlinburg is Tennessee’s premier mountain resort destination.Step out of Gatlinburg with an excursion to Clingmans Dome in Great Smoky Mountains National Park--about 48 minutes away. Plan for a day of cool, family-friendly fun on the 12th (Mon) at Dollywood. There's lots more to do: sample the fine beverages at Sugarlands Distilling Company, stroll around Chimneys Picnic Area, admire nature's wide array of creatures at Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies, and get in on the family fun at The Island in Pigeon Forge.
To see other places to visit, photos, maps, and other tourist information, read our Gatlinburg trip itinerary planner.
You can drive from Louisville to Gatlinburg in 5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or fly; or do a combination of bus, subway, and car. In June in Gatlinburg, expect temperatures between 35°C during the day and 22°C at night. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 14th (Wed) early enough to drive to Knoxville.
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Knoxville — 3 nights
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Marble City
A gateway to Great Smoky Mountains National Park, Knoxville embraces music culture.You'll find plenty of places to visit near Knoxville: Helicopter Tours (in Sevierville), Bald River Falls (in Tellico Plains) and Great Smoky Mountains National Park (Foothills Parkway Southwest Parking & Look Rock Tower). And it doesn't end there: get interesting insight from Navitat Knoxville, appreciate the history behind First Baptist Church, don't miss a visit to Sam Houston Historic Schoolhouse, and look for all kinds of wild species at Citico Wildlife Wilderness.
To see photos, where to stay, other places to visit, and tourist information, you can read our Knoxville trip planner.
Traveling by car from Gatlinburg to Knoxville takes 1.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive. In June, daily temperatures in Knoxville can reach 35°C, while at night they dip to 22°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 17th (Sat) to allow time to drive to Nashville.
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Great Smoky Mountains National Park, Helicopter Tours, Citico Wildlife Wilderness, Bald River Falls, Sam Houston Historic Schoolhouse
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Nashville — 4 nights
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Music City U.S.A.
Known as the capital of country music, the thriving city of Nashville combines old-world southern charm with a progressive urban flair.Change things up with these side-trips from Nashville: Franklin (Leiper's Fork Distillery & McGavock Confederate Cemetery). There's much more to do: see the interesting displays at Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum, savor the flavors at Food & Drink, see a show at Grand Ole Opry, and take an in-depth tour of The Johnny Cash Museum & Cafe.
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Drive from Knoxville to Nashville in 3 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or fly; or take a bus. Due to the time zone difference, you'll gain 1 hour traveling from Knoxville to Nashville. In June, daily temperatures in Nashville can reach 36°C, while at night they dip to 22°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 21st (Wed) early enough to drive to Memphis.
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Memphis — 4 nights
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Birthplace of Rock 'n' Roll
The largest city on the Mississippi River, Memphis bills itself as both the "Birthplace of Rock" and "Home of the Blues." With such a rich musical heritage, it shouldn't come as a surprise that Elvis Presley chose to live in Memphis during his later years.Venture out of the city with trips to Jackson (Jackson Escape Rooms & Samuel T Bryant Distillery). And it doesn't end there: browse the exhibits of Graceland, look for gifts at Lansky, learn the secrets of beer at Tastin' 'Round Town, and learn about wildlife with up-close encounters at Memphis Zoo.
To find photos, more things to do, other places to visit, and tourist information, read Memphis sightseeing planning site.
Traveling by car from Nashville to Memphis takes 3.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or fly; or take a bus. In June in Memphis, expect temperatures between 37°C during the day and 25°C at night. Finish your sightseeing early on the 25th (Sun) so you can fly to Branson.
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Branson — 3 nights
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Live Entertainment Capital of the World
Nestled in Missouri's beautiful Ozark Mountains lies one of the country's most attractive vacation towns for year-round family entertainment.Get out of town with these interesting Branson side-trips: Eureka Springs (Railway Winery & Thorncrown Chapel) and Crystal Bridges Museum of American Art (in Bentonville). Plan for a day of cool, family-friendly fun on the 26th (Mon) at Silver Dollar City. And it doesn't end there: explore the activities along Table Rock Lake, find something for the whole family at Runaway Mountain Coaster, see the interesting displays at World's Largest Toy Museum, and take in the architecture and atmosphere at Our Lady of the Lake Catholic Church.
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Drive from Memphis to Branson in 6 hours. Alternatively, you can fly; or drive; or take a bus. Expect a bit cooler temperatures when traveling from Memphis in June; daily highs in Branson reach 34°C and lows reach 21°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 29th (Thu) to allow time to drive to Kansas City.
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Kansas City — 3 nights
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City of Fountains
The largest municipality in Missouri, Kansas City has an impressive array of world-class museums, shopping areas, and great places to eat, all of which attract tourism to the area.Get out of town with these interesting Kansas City side-trips: Weston (Pirtle Winery & Holladay Distillery). There's still lots to do: get engrossed in the history at National WWI Museum and Memorial, have fun and explore at Kaleidoscope, explore the world behind art at The Nelson-Atkins Museum of Art, and contemplate the long history of Bingham Waggoner Mansion & Estate.
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Drive from Branson to Kansas City in 4 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a bus; or fly. In June, daily temperatures in Kansas City can reach 36°C, while at night they dip to 24°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 2nd (Sun) early enough to drive back home.
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The Bluegrass State
A diverse region of sprawling farmland and rich cultural heritage, Kentucky is the birthplace of American horse racing and home to the world-famous Kentucky Derby. While the cities of Lexington and Louisville experience the majority of the state's tourism, Kentucky is also a favorite among outdoor enthusiasts with its array of natural attractions, including the Cumberland Gap and the world's longest cave system at Mammoth Cave National Park. Take a tour through original Civil War battlefields to delve into the nation's history, or head to one of the many bourbon distilleries to learn more about Kentucky's most famous export.
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The Volunteer State
Divided by law, geography, and custom into three major regions, represented by the three stars on state's flag, Tennessee boasts a distinctive musical heritage that includes elements of bluegrass, country-western, and blues. With a countryside as diverse as its people, Tennessee includes landscapes ranging from a mountainous region in the east to the lowlands of the west, with gently rolling hills in the middle. For a well-rounded vacation, you can hike remote mountain trails in the morning and explore the crowded bars of Nashville in the evening. Visit the urban attractions, such as Elvis Presley's former residence in Memphis, but don't miss a chance to spend some time in the Great Smoky Mountains National Park, situated in the eastern part of the state.
