What is the Capital of Tennessee?

What is the capital of Tennessee?

Nashville

Nashville is the capital of Tennessee (TN). Tennessee is known as The Volunteer State and sits in the South. See the full Tennessee profile for borders, symbols, map practice, and quizzes.

Study note

Tennessee joined the Union in 1796. Review Nashville with other South capitals before mixing all 50 states.

Quick facts

Nickname

The Volunteer State

Abbreviation

Region

South · East South Central

Statehood

1796

More South capitals

Review Nashville with nearby South capitals before mixing all 50 states.

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Bordering states

Tennessee borders Alabama, Arkansas, Georgia, Kentucky, Mississippi, Missouri, North Carolina, Virginia. Border context helps capitals stick to the map.

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FAQ

What is the capital of Tennessee?

The capital of Tennessee is Nashville.

What is Tennessee's capital city?

Nashville is the capital city of Tennessee.

What region is Tennessee in?

Tennessee is in the South region, in the East South Central division.

How can I practice Tennessee and its capital?

Use the State Capitals Quiz on StateGuess, then review the full states and capitals list.