Things To Do

🎶 LIVE MUSIC 🎶

Grand Ole Opry

Catch a live show at the legendary Opry House, where country music stars—past and present—shine on the same stage. Make sure to take a tour as well!

Ryman Auditorium

Known as the "Mother Church of Country Music," the Ryman’s acoustics and history make it one of the best places to see a concert in the world.

Listening Room Cafe - Nashville

A true Nashville experience where the spotlight is on the songwriters. You’ll hear the artists who wrote the hits sharing their music (and the stories behind them) in an intimate, sit-down setting with dinner and drinks. Think of it as the Bluebird Café’s younger, roomier cousin — easier to get into but just as authentic.

The Bluebird Cafe

An intimate, iconic listening room where songwriters share the stories behind their hits. Reservations recommended.

🌟 MUSEUMS 🌟

Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum

A true centerpiece of Music City, this expansive museum (now around 350,000 sq ft after a major 2014 expansion) explores the history of country music through immersive exhibits, interactive galleries, and iconic memorabilia. It also includes Hatch Show Print and RCA Studio B, making it a multi-dimensional music experience.

National Museum of African American Music

Located in a newer development downtown, NMAAM highlights the vital contributions of Black artists across genres—from gospel to hip-hop—through interactive exhibits and immersive storytelling

Johnny Cash Museum

This museum houses one of the most comprehensive collections of Johnny Cash’s memorabilia. Right next door, the Patsy Cline Museum showcases personal artifacts from the legendary singer, offering a detailed, intimate look at her life and career.

Cheekwood

Beautiful gardens, sculpture trails, and art exhibits on a historic estate — perfect for a peaceful afternoon. Bonus: They'll be decorated for fall!

Belle Meade Historic Site & Winery

Tour a historic mansion, learn a bit of Tennessee history, and enjoy a wine tasting afterward.

🍴 Nashville Food Musts 🍴

🔥 Hot Chicken Nashville’s signature dish! Spicy, crispy, and delicious. 1. Prince’s Hot Chicken Shack (the original) 2. Hattie B’s (most famous & visitor-friendly) 🥩 Southern BBQ 1. Martin’s Bar-B-Que Joint (whole-hog BBQ, rooftop downtown) 2. Edley’s Bar-B-Que (casual neighborhood favorite) 3. Peg Leg Porker (famous ribs + whiskey) 🥞 Southern Breakfast & Brunch 1. Loveless Café (legendary biscuits & preserves, worth the drive) 2. Pancake Pantry (iconic — go early to avoid the line) 3. Biscuit Love (don’t miss the “Bonuts” = biscuit donuts) 🍹 Drinks & Nightlife Bites 1. Pinewood Social (cocktails, bowling, and great bites) 2. Twelve Thirty Club (Justin Timberlake–owned, elevated vibes) 3. The Pharmacy Burger Parlor (craft burgers & housemade sodas) 🍦 Sweet Treats 1. Jeni’s Splendid Ice Creams (unique flavors, always a hit) 2. Five Daughters Bakery (famous 100-layer donuts) 3. Goo Goo Chocolate Co. (home of the original Goo Goo Cluster candy bar)

🍁 Fall Festivals 🍁

Nashville Fall Festival

Experience classic autumn fun on a 70-acre farm with a massive corn maze, pumpkin patch, hayrides, hot air balloon and helicopter rides on select dates.

Nashville Oktoberfest

Held in Germantown, this is the city's largest beer festival, featuring craft brews, authentic German cuisine, live music, and a Dachshund Derby.

Touch of Brews Fest

Touch of Brews is a vibrant, family-friendly festival! Held in the heart of the 12 South neighborhood, this event is presented by Dogfish Head Beer & Cocktails and celebrates the spirit of the Grateful Dead through live music, craft beverages, and community fun.