

Meanwhile, located just west of downtown, Centennial Park is a can’t-miss stop on any trip. Downtown’s Riverfront Park offers ample space to sunbathe beneath the city’s gleaming skyline. Travelers can also get outside and enjoy Nashville’s often excellent weather at any of the many pristine parks found in and around the city.


The perfect place for lovers of art and architecture, the Frist’s rotating collection of fine art is held in an alluring Art Deco style building, formerly the home of the city’s post office. And don’t forget to pencil in a visit to the Frist Art Museum. Learn about the varied history of the entire state at the centrally located Tennessee State Museum or enjoy fascinating exhibits that offer fun for all ages at the Adventure Science Center. If a sit-down show is more your style, then you can’t go wrong by catching any night’s entertainment at the historic Ryman Auditorium.Ĭountry music is far from being the only enticing staple of this Southern belle. Head to hot areas like Lower Broadway in downtown or Printer’s Alley-known to many as The District-where you’ll find music venues as well as plenty of honky-tonks where you can dance the night away. But you can also hear the latest and greatest sounds on the scene first-hand.

Fans can get a taste of history during a tour of the illustrious studios that stand on Music Row or with a visit to the Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum. The biggest and best-known draw to the city is, of course, its legendary association with the country music industry. By the end of your trip to this music-filled metropolis, you’ll certainly be singing this city’s praises. With its dynamic restaurant scene, a revitalized downtown that features shopping and nightlife, and so much more, you won’t run short of things to do in Nashville. This thriving city by the Cumberland River draws in many more than just aspiring singer-songwriters.
