Nashville – the birthplace of country music. Also known as Music City, Nashville’s culture is deep of live music performances, music festivals, and songwriting. Music from Nashville is some of the best in the world. It is home to the Country Music Hall of Fame and the Music Row District. Nashville is so much more than just country music, they are also known for their hospitality and amazing comfort food. Here is a quick guide of some things to see, eat and do in Nashty Nash.
Best Places to Eat in Nashville
- Loveless Cafe – known for their soulful, southern cooking.
- Ainsworth – Sports bar with specialty cocktails
- Edley’s BBQ – Home of some of the best bbq in Nashville
- Barcelona – An amazing place with Spanish tapas
- Bar Taco – Upscale street tacos
- Virago – Hip sushi bar with roof deck
- Old Glory – bar in a historic boiling room
- No Baked Cookie Dough – I am still drooling over the gourmet safe to eat cookie dough
- Proper Bagel – THE best cream cheeses I have ever tried. Try the Dill Pickle!
- Legendairy Milkshake Bar – the name speaks for itself. These milkshakes are iconic!
Where to Stay In Nashville
Budget: Courtyard by Marriott Vanderbilt West End – A quick Uber or walk to Music Row
Splurge: Graduate Hotel – An eclectic hotel that is also home to Dolly Parton’s White Limousine restaurant & bar, which is incredibly Instagram worthy.
What to do in Nashville
- Tin Roof – A vibrant live music bar
- Parthenon – A large scale replica of the original in Athens
- Music Hall of Fame – A trip to Nashville isn’t complete without a trip to the iconic hall of fame.
- Scroll 12th Ave – A half mile stretch of vintage clothing stores, gourmet restaurants and more!
- Wine tasting at City Winery
- Dogwood – A two level patio bar
- Murder Mystery on A Train
- Dinner Detective Interactive Murder Mystery Dinner & Show
- Comedy Show at Zanies
- Virgin Hotel – check out the trendy décor on their rooftop bar.
- Ole Red – Restaurant with Live Music
- Robert’s Western World – live country music and cold beers
- The Stage on Broadway – honky-tonk featuring live music and a massive dance floor
- House of Cards – A must do! A Magic-themed dining concept for 21+
- Jack Daniels Distillery Bus Tour and Tasting
- Margaritaville – live music of course. Also check out their tropical menu and cocktails
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