9 days in Memphis, Williamstown & Pigeon Forge Itinerary

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.

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Monroe to Memphis is an approximately 5-hour car ride. You can also fly. In October in Memphis, expect temperatures between 77°F during the day and 56°F at night. On the 17th (Sat), you'll travel to Williamstown.

Williamstown is a home-rule-class city in Grant and Pendleton counties in the U.S. On the 17th (Sat), get engrossed in the history at William Arnold Log House and then do a tasting at Verona Vineyards.

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You can fly from Memphis to Williamstown in 6.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or do a combination of bus and taxi. Traveling from Memphis to Williamstown, you'll lose 1 hour due to the time zone difference. Plan for a bit cooler temperatures traveling from Memphis in October, with highs in Williamstown at 68°F and lows at 48°F. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 19th (Mon) early enough to drive to Pigeon Forge.

A tiny town with big tourist appeal, Pigeon Forge bills itself as the "Center of Fun in the Smokies." Just a short drive from the national park protecting the diverse plant and animal life of the Great Smoky Mountains, the town features numerous places to visit, such as bars, restaurants, cafes, theaters, and shops.

Change things up with these side-trips from Pigeon Forge: Great Smoky Mountains National Park (Rockefeller Memorial, Newfound Gap Road, &more). Plan for a day of cool, family-friendly fun on the 20th (Tue) at Dollywood. Next up on the itinerary: brush up on your knowledge of spirits at Sugarlands Distilling Company, kick your exploration up a notch at some of the top local zipline courses and adventure parks, do a tasting at Tennessee Homemade Wines, and see Smoky Mountain Jeep Rentals.

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Drive from Williamstown to Pigeon Forge in 4.5 hours. Alternatively, you can fly; or do a combination of taxi, bus, and car. Traveling from Williamstown in October, expect nights in Pigeon Forge to be about the same, around 51°F, while days are a bit warmer, around 74°F. On the 24th (Sat), you'll have the morning to explore before heading back home.