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Nashville is one of my favorite cities and an extremely popular tourist destination. You will see everyone from famous musicians, to up an coming artists, to bachelors and bachelorettes and everything in between.
But before you decide to book your trip to the famous Music City, I have 10 tips you need to know before you spend a weekend in a city that never sleeps.
- In my opinion Thursday is the best night to go out in Nashville. While the bars are still lively they are not as overwhelmingly crowded as you see on Friday and Saturday.
- Bar hop as much as possible! Each bar has its own you unique vibe and equally great musical talent. Be sure to try to experience as much as possible.
- Don’t eat on Broadway, the food is overpriced and not that great.
- If you don’t mind the drive, stay in East Nashville. Its just a quick Uber ride away and the prices are much better and you will be close to local bars, great restaurants, and good shopping.
- Be prepared for a lot of bachelor and bachelorette parties. (If you wear white you might even get a free drink)
- Broadway has just as good of live music during the day. So if stay out late with drunk people isn’t your thing spend an afternoon on Broadway before it gets crazy.
- Pre-book concerts. Be sure to look if there are any shows playing while you are in town. There are multiple venues where you might be able to catch one of your favorite country artists. Be sure to check out the Ryman, Grand Ole Opry, Bridgestone Arena, and Nissan Stadium for shows.
- Boots are BOGO. If you want to invest in a nice pair of cowboy boots you have unlimited options in Nashville. But its best to go in with some so you can take advantage of the BOGO deals many of the shops offer.
- Visit the Country Music Hall of Fame. Even if you have already been before the exhibits change frequently and there is always something new to see.
- Have fun! Nashville is a great city full of fun, live music, and amazing people. It never disappoints.
