Wintertime may be beautiful and encrusted with icy jewels and banks of fluffy snow, but hey. Sometimes you just need to get away from it all. The first cozy nights after the heat of summer are fabulous, but eventually, a day trip or even a weekend trip away starts to sound absolutely indulgent. If you’re located in Nashville and are looking to get out of Dodge, per se, these seven spots make for some of our favorite places to visit. These are some of the best day trips from Nashville to take in the winter.

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Have you taken any of the above day trips from Nashville in winter? How about any other time of year? Let us know! Before you hit the road on a winter day trip, make sure you check out our Ultimate Winter Packing List for cold-weather essentials.

PS: Did you know that one of the largest music festivals in the nation takes place in this tiny Tennessee town? It’s crazy!

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Winter Around Nashville

What other day trips from Nashville can I take?

Here are a few more day trips you can take from Nashville:

  • Take a winter hike around Nashville. Head to a place like Radnor Lake State Park, Beaman Park, or Long Hunter State Park for a quiet hike through the wintry landscape.
  • Check out the Jack Daniels Distillery in Lynchburg.
  • Explore Knoxville for a day. This town has so much to offer.

 

What are the best winter getaways in Tennessee?

Need to get away for a weekend or longer this winter? I sure do from time to time! Here are some of the best winter getaways in Tennessee:

  • Head to Knoxville and spend the night at The Tennessean.
  • Spend the night at The Gallatin Hotel in Nashville, a colorful place to stay.
  • Stay at the magical Ancient Lore Village in Knoxville.
  • Pigeon Forge is always fun to visit so why not stay a while and book a night or longer at the Camp Margaritaville RV Resort & Lodge?

Check out more getaway destinations in Tennessee.