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Things to Do in Nashville, TN Without Going Downtown
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Kat Stano
I'm originally from Nashville, so this is my old-school list of things I like!
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Pretty Photos & Strolling
 
Restaurants
 
Live Music & Dining
 
Old-School Fun
 
Shopping

Pretty Photos & Strolling

Scenic views and laid-back strolls

 
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Gorgeous replica of the Greek Parthenon. A Nashville gem!
Nashville Parthenon
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This is one of the cutest downtown squares! Lots of shops, boutiques, and restaurants. Really beautiful at Christmas!
Downtown Franklin
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Country charm with shops and restaurants. Very beautiful countryside!
Leiper's Fork, TN: Attractions, Things To Do, Restaurants
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Amazing hotel and just gorgeous during the Christmas and holiday season!
Gaylord Opryland Resort & Convention Center
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Great for a long nature drive!
Natchez Trace Parkway (U.S. National Park Service)
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Picturesque gardens for nature and flower lovers!
Cheekwood
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Restaurants

Yummy Southern eats!

 
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Great breakfast place and has been on the Franklin Square at least since my childhood!
Merridee's Breadbasket
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Best French martinis!
Southside Grill
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The original Puckett's is an old country store, restaurant, and stage for live music!
Puckett's Leiper's Fork
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Popular ladies' luncheon place with the best pimento cheese. The bakery makes specialty cakes!
Puffy Muffin Bakery & Restaurant
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In Brentwood and seems to attract a number of celebrities, if you're into that kind of thing. Very good food!
Peter's Sushi & Thai
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Cute restaurant on the Franklin Square with really good, modern and classic Southern food!
55 South
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Near the Cool Springs Galleria mall and a local favorite!
J. Alexander's Restaurant
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Very good Napoli-style pizza!
DeSano Pizzeria Napoletana
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Wonderful, little crepe place in Brentwood, TN!
The Perch - Brentwood, TN
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Historic home turned into a beautiful restaurant. I'd love to try the outdoor patio with the cozy fire pit seating!
Mere Bulles Restaurant & Events
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I love going to happy hour with my bestie here, when I'm in town!
North Italia
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Live Music & Dining

Live music is always a treat!

 
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If you're a country music fan, this is a must! But get tickets beforehand because it's tiny inside and the lines can be long!
The Bluebird Cafe
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Shopping, restaurants, bars, and events!
The Factory at Franklin
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Old-School Fun

My old stomping grounds

 
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I learned to roller skate here in the ‘80s! It’s nostalgic and fun!
Skate Center Brentwood
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We called this the Dragon Park when I was a kid. The mosaic art is amazing and very unique. It's near Vanderbilt University!
Fannie Mae Dees Park
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Shopping

Little gems around town

 
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Super cute boutique with accessories, jewelry, home décor, and clothing!
Vignette Boutique
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Adorable boutique with clothing and accessories!
Spruce
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Girly gift store with lots of cute stuff!
Hot Pink
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