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Nashville is one of my all time favorite cities. From the music, to the food, to the people, this city has something for everyone.
Here are my favorite places to eat and my favorite things to do when visiting Music City
What to Do
- Broadway Street
- The main stop in Nashville. This is where live music never stops. You can come here for the afternoon and stay until the early morning hearing live music at every bar. Make sure to spend a few night bar hopping to find your favorite spot. Here are a few of mine:
- Honky Tonk Central
- Tootsies
- That Stage
- Luke’s 32 Bridge
- The main stop in Nashville. This is where live music never stops. You can come here for the afternoon and stay until the early morning hearing live music at every bar. Make sure to spend a few night bar hopping to find your favorite spot. Here are a few of mine:
- The Gulch
- From shopping to eating, the gulch district is the perfect place to spend an afternoon. They even have a blow dry bar for you to get all ready before your night on broadway. Also located in the gulch are multiple murals for you to get that perfect Instagram shot.
- Country Music Hall of Fame
- Any fan of country music needs to plan a half day to visit this museum. It is so incredible to see the history of country music and the artists who have helped shape the genre. Even if you have gone before, they are always rotating exhibits so be sure to had it to the itinerary every trip.
- The Ryman Auditorium
- Located steps from broadway, the Ryman is a historic church and famous music venue. They offer daily tours but be sure to check if there are any concerts during you visit. The Ryman is by far my favorite music venue I have ever been to.
- Grand Ole Opry
- Another famous music venue that is worth a visit. Be sure to book tickets to one of their shows. You never know who might show up.
Where to Eat
- Loveless Café – Located outside of downtown Nashville, but worth the drive. See here for my full blog post on why the Loveless Café is the best hidden secret in Nashville.
- The Pharmacy – located in East Nashville, these place has amazing burgers and a great beer garden.
- Hattie B’s Hot Chicken – if you come to Nashville, you can’t leave without trying their famous hot chicken.
- Biscuit Love – another Nashville staple that will always have a line. But well worth the wait.
Check back next week when I break down my top 10 tips for visiting Music City!