As a local of Nashville, here are some of my top recommendations for your trip to Music City!
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Outdoor Activities
Restaurants
Other Food & Drinks
Entertainment
Outdoor Activities
This is such a beautiful hike and swimming spot about 2 hours outside of Nashville. It is worth the drive. Do NOT go if there is a storm predicted. The water level can rise quickly.
Cummins Falls State Park
This is a new spot for Nashville - over 30 ziplines, 13 tree top trails and 5 challenge levels.. there is something for everyone here.
The Adventure Park at Nashville: Zipline & Ropes Course
Great place for a picnic or a leisurely walk - you can often find events being held here as well. Check the website for your trip dates!
Centennial Park
Check this out on Saturday mornings in Nashville!
Richland Park Farmers Market
Need something to do on a Tuesday evening? Check out the 12 south farmers market.
12 South Farmers Market
This is a popular spot in Nashville. It is located outside of Nissan Stadium and right downtown. It offers some of the best views of the city.
John Seigenthaler Pedestrian Bridge
Get on the ground level of this tour … by golf cart! So much fun and so much to see.
Big Machine Brewery & Distillery
A country classic… Moonshine! The good times don't stop here. You can pull on up for free samples of the famous Ole Smokey Mountain Moonshine.
Ole Smoky Moonshine Distillery
Restaurants
Assembly food hall is right in the action on broadway, but offers all sorts of food options. Indoor and outdoor seating too.
Assembly Food Hall
Sixty different wines on tap and the most airy vibe. The perfect brunch spot. It's also right downtown in all the action
Sixty Vines
You cannot go wrong with the comfort of a grilled cheese topped with whatever adventurous sandwich captures your eye. My personal favorite is the pimento mac and cheese melt. They also have incredible milkshakes. They have a food truck out and about ...
The Grilled Cheeserie
Highly encouraged to make reservations for Jane's! It is 21+ after 8pm, too. But the food and cocktails are delicious. The music and the atmosphere are amazing. 10/10 recommend.
Jane's Hideaway
A fun dinner spot with an evolving menu!
The Treehouse Nashville
One of the best restaurants in East Nash! Intimate vibes, sharable plates, and know for their spanish style gin and tonics.
Peninsula
Other Food & Drinks
Stop in for one of the famous donuts at five daughters bakery! There are all kinds of sweet treats here. It is a must on your next trip to Nashville.
Five Daughters Bakery
Arrington is a little outside of Nashville, but it is the most beautiful place for a picnic or a wine tasting. They host events regularly and have indoor and outdoor areas, so if it's not the picture perfect day, you can still enjoy Arrington!
Arrington Vineyards
There is so much to do and see on Broadway - this speaks for itself
Broadway
Robert's is one of the best spots on broadway! A 90's country vibe with live music & fried bologna sandwiches. The best stop.
Robert's Western World
Entertainment
Check the calendar for the Grand Ole Opry and try to catch a show there if you can. The building alone is worth it to go and see.
Grand Ole Opry
Not feeling a night on the town? Grab dinner, drinks and a round of bowling at pinewood social. It's open 7 days a week!
Pinewood Social
Dive into nostalgia at the terminal with over 200 arcade games and outdoor games if the weather is nice. You can grab drinks and food here too. So you wont be in a rush to leave!
Game Terminal
Take a cruise on the General Jackson showboat and take in the riverfront views of the city!
General Jackson Showboat
A classic, must see stop in Music City. Full of country music history.
Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum
Wanna see how those big time stars live in Nashville? This tour has over 30 homes on its tour. Everyone from Dierks Bently to Taylor Swift. I am a nosey nelly, so this would be on my must do list if I were visiting.
