Explore Nashville like a Local! Ever wanted to go to Nashville but don't find Downtown Broadway to be your cup of tea? Then I'm your gal! These small towns have so many hidden gems! Come say "Howdy!" sometime!
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Outdoor Activities
Restaurants
Other Food & Drinks
Arts & Entertainment
Local Favorites
Campground!
Outdoor Activities
Beautiful here! The playground is huge too!
Cedars of Lebanon State Park
Great hiking & park!
Cedars of Lebanon - Hiking
This was the only place we could afford to go to that had sand when I was a kid. Lmao. Not much has changed! Bahahah!
Laguardo, Old Hickory Lake
Nice spot! Pretty secluded!
Old Hickory Beach, Old Hickory Lake
Beautiful & historic! Gorgeous views of Nashville!
Fort Negley
Gorgeous view of Nashville with Historic interests to keep you imagining what it once looked like...
Fort Negley
They have gorgeous gardens & a butterfly garden too!
Nashville Zoo at Grassmere
This is a must-see for anyone visiting or maybe just hoping to see some of the things we locals don't really get to enjoy as much as tourists! Actually, everyone should experience their hometown as a tourist, at least once! It's fun & you get a n...
Gaylord Opryland Garden Conservatory (2025) - All You Need to Know BEFORE ...
Gorgeous!
Historic Estate in Nashville | Cheekwood Estate & Gardens
local Southern charm
Dog Park | Gallatin, TN
All great suggestions!
10 Dog Parks to Visit with Your Pup
Great list!
These Are Some Of The Most Beautiful Places In Nashville, Tennessee To Visit
Restaurants
So yummy! Simple sandwiches & soups but with a unique & delicious spin! You have to try this place!
Chocolate Covered Strawberry
Closest to a Michelin Star restaurant Gallatin will ever have! Classic REAL, AUTHENTIC Italian food created by the amazing Chef Laura! Get the dessert!
La Veneta
Best local sushi! Support small businesses!
Osaka
SOOOOO GOOOD!
Bang Bang Hibachi Express Old Hickory
BEST HOT CHICKEN NEAR NASHVILLE!
Fowl Play Hot Chicken
AMAZING FOOD! Criminally underrated! If you're new to Thai, try Pad Malaysian. The papaya salad is mouth wateringly delicious! I go out of my way because no Thai place compares!
King Market & Cafe — International
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Birrieria Cielito Lindo Nashville
A favorite local spot for Mama & I! Come hungry! Large, yummy portions! Hummus is perfect & so is the lamb! Lemon & cucumber water comes standard & they'll have you making it at home for yourself! So refreshing!
Cafe Rakka
So yummy & with a very chill atmosphere!
Prince Street Pizza & Pub
I love this place & the people who work there! Might be the owner even! She's so sweet & you will get enough food to eat on at least twice! More like 4 times for me! Haha. Wide variety & everything is delicious & fresh!
Dream Wok
Say hi to Chef Laura or Solomon for me & stay for dessert! You won't regret it! And get that expensive cut of meat...you will be back! Haha. Amazing Brussels sprouts, risotto & arancini! Try the bolognese sauce if you want a meaty, hearty, fr...
La Veneta
BEST HISPANIC FOOD IN TOWN!!!
El Tequila
SO YUMMY! You have to try the jalapeno kolaches! The breakfast sandwiches & croissants are so good & a great value for the price! Ofc, the fresh donuts are always a draw, but they have some great protein options that keep me coming back, even...
Beer & great pizza! Historic town Square you can walk shop to shop then enjoy a bite to eat!
Prince Street Pizza & Pub
Everyone loves a Saturday morning romp to the Farmer's Market!
Gallatin Farmers Market
Arts & Entertainment
An introvert's heaven! I say that but I know ANYONE can find a stack of things they love here! Everything from comic books, games & used music to ofc any book on any subject you could ever want!
McKay's Nashville
I LOVE this place! Park & eat at the Mexican place down the road & walk down to this vintage shop, the record store & the retro toy store! Wonderful, chill evening outing!
Decent Folk Vintage – Antiques and Uniques in Nashville, Tennessee
A classic & low cost night out!
The Palace Theatre
WE LOVE THIS PLACE SO MUCH! Great concession stand & this is just a must for anyone who needs a dose of nostalgia or to show their kids how we used to have to watch movies. Lol. They have new movies & classics. My nephew saw Ghost Busters &am...
Stardust Drive-In Theatre
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Tennessee Performing Arts Center
Amazing acoustics so everyone wants to play there. Lol. Beautiful building.
Ryman Auditorium
Local Favorites
Everyone loves to stop in & see our amazing Flea Market each month! It's huge & new vendors are added often! Something for everyone here! Such a fun day outing!
Nashville Flea Market Dates
If you've never bought from a Mennonite community, you're missing out on not only quality home grown food & recipes passed down from generations, ready to feed you the freshest breads, sandwiches, baked goods, etc...you also get to see a way of l...
Habbeger's Amish Market (2025) - All You Need to Know BEFORE You Go ...
This is on my list for this summer!
Lebanon KY Farmers Market
Love this place!
Rayon City Market - CLOSED, 123 Bridgeway Ave, Old Hickory, TN 37138 ...
I hope this is the place I'm thinking of...we used to have a weekly Farmer's Market all Summer but now we have a brick & mortar building on Hadley road. Beautiful flowers outside for sale & lots of advertising for fresh veggies, eggs, etc! Ri...
Old Hickory Village Farmers Market
Campground!
The trails are endless!
Bledsoe Creek State Park
This place is on here a few times because they have so much to do! Camping, trails, historic sights & playgrounds!
Cedars of Lebanon State Park Camping
This is on my to-do list!
Two Rivers - Nashville Campground
This place is on my camping list!
Home - Raccoon Mountain Campground
This might be helpful! We have some great campgrounds! Fun for the whole family! Most are pet approved!
