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Loretta Lynn and Jack White
accept their stars on the Music
City Walk of Fame. The Walk of
Fame is located in Walk of Fame
Park and features permanent
have had a tremendous impact on
Nashville’s musical heritage. The Music City Walk of Fame is an
official project of Music City, Inc., the charitable foundation of
the Nashville Convention & Visitors Corp. For more information,
including nomination forms, go to visitmusiccity.com/walkoffame.
Visitors who come to Nashville to enjoy the incredible year-round offerings are always excited to discover Music City’s long list of seasonal events. With a host of festivals, concerts and sports competitions, there’s always a great selection of celebrations to round out every stay.
ONGOING EVENTS To enjoy world-class entertainment in
Music City, all you need is a spotlight and
a microphone – and you can find those
all over town. From the legendary stages
of the Grand Ole Opry, War Memorial
Auditorium and Ryman Auditorium
Bridgestone Arena and the many intimate
clubs such as the famed Bluebird Cafe, music is available 24/7. To find out more
about the city’s 160-plus venues, download
the free Nashville Live Music App
( visitmusiccity.com/nashvillemusicapp ).
throughout the year. First Saturday
Art Crawls showcase the galleries
along 5th Avenue of the Arts and in the
Wedgewood/Houston neighborhood andart events are on tap at OZ Arts Nashville.
The Tennessee Performing Arts Center
features theatrical productions from local
and national companies, including the
popular Broadway Series. TPAC is also
home to the Nashville Ballet, with 2016
performances including Carmina Burana
to the Nashville Repertory Theatre. The
Nashville Symphony also has a full slate of classical and pops concerts scheduled at the
Schermerhorn Symphony Center, including
Alabama. The Nashville Opera season kicks
off in January with Così fan tutte.
WINTER Nashville – better known to hockey
fans as Smashville – is slated to host the
2016 NHL All-Star Game. The best of the
best will play during a fun-filled weekend
(Jan. 30-31), featuring a skills competition,
all-star matchup and lots of live music. The
Nashville Predators are sure to be well-
represented on their home ice at Bridgestone
Arena during the event before going back to work on their quest for the Stanley Cup.
With spring just a few weeks away,
it’s time to get ready for sunny days at the
Nashville Boat & Sport Show (Jan. 7-10)
and the 26th annual Antiques & Garden
Show, which highlights the latest trends,
equipment and accessories for water and
land at the Music City Center.
SPRING The road to March Madness begins
in Nashville with the 2016 SEC Men’s
Basketball Tournament (March 9-13)
dunk. The Music City Irish Fest (March
17) celebrates St. Patrick’s Day with flair,
and the month ends on a high note at the 24th Annual Tin Pan South, featuring
five days of the best songwriters performing
and sharing the stories behind their hits.
The Nashville Sounds, the AAA
baseball affiliate of the Oakland A’s,
kick off their season in April at their
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First Tennessee Park .
and directors, the four weeks of the fourth
month are so action-packed, it’s known as
Awesome April. The month kicks of in high style with the
trend-setting shows and events of Nashville
Fashion Week. From the runway to the red
carpet, the Wild West Comedy Festival
and Nashville Film Festival will tickle
your funny bone and touch your heart. And,
of course, there will be music. Vanderbilt
University’s annual Rites of Spring brings
cross-genre performances to Alumni Lawn.
April races to a finish at the St. Jude Rock
’N’ Roll Marathon & ½ Marathon, which
features some 30,000 athletes running to
the rhythm of live bands at each mile
marker along the course.
45th Annual Tennessee Crafts Fair
and the 75th running of the Iroquois
Steeplechase (May 14).
The warm weather will also bring the opening of Ascend Amphitheater, the city’s
newest outdoor music venue. Ascend
Amphitheater will be the summer home to
the Grammy®-winning Nashville Symphony
and also feature today’s hottest touring acts.
Visit ascendamphitheater.com for a full
schedule and ticket information.
festivals take center stage each June. The
CMA Music Festival takes over downtown
Nashville and Nissan Stadium for four days
of nonstop concerts and events with country’s
hottest artists, followed by Bonnaroo
Music and Arts Festival, four more
days of top acts from all genres in nearby
Manchester, just a short drive down the road
(shuttle packages available from Nashville).
Bluegrass Nights at the Ryman keep
the music flowing throughout the summer.
July starts off with a major bang at the
Music City July 4th: Let Freedom Sing!
event in downtown Nashville. Named one
of the best fireworks celebrations in the
nation, the day is filled with family-friendly
activities followed by an evening of live
performances. Past headliners include
Martina McBride, Billy Currington and The Band Perry. The evening finishes with
a flourish as a massive fireworks display
is accompanied by the Grammy®-winning
Nashville Symphony Orchestra.
as eventful with Live on the Green,
CMA Awards, Holiday Harmony,
Jack Daniel's® New Year's Eve Bash
on Broadway, which featured the Kings
of Leon in 2015, and much more. For more information on these and other 2016
events, go to visitmusiccity.com/events.
Nashville Fashion Week in April. Runners in the 13th
annual St. Jude Rock ’N’ Roll Marathon & 1/2 Marathon.
From top: Local art galleries on 5th Avenue of the
Ar ts open their doors at the First Saturday Ar t Crawl.
July 4th: Let Freedom Sing! is known as one of the
best fireworks displays in the country. Janelle Monáe
performs at Bonnaroo in nearby Manchester.
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In Music City, there’s always something great and fresh to enjoy. Visitors have so many options, and the fact that many events and festivals are free is just icing on the cake! In fact, Music City is offering more value and variety than ever before on fun. That’s one reason the city was named among the Top 10 Best Budget
Destinations in the world by Budget Travel . 10 | Nashville Visitors Guide
BY JESSICA MOZO
Nashville honky tonks 365 days a year,
and there’s usually no cover charge.
A tip jar is sometimes passed around for
anyone wanting to show appreciation to
the musicians.
events also takes place throughout the
year. The Grammy®-winning Nashville
Symphony hosts a free summer concert
series at outdoor locations around town,
from Centennial Park to Two Rivers
Mansion. Plan ahead to attend Live on
the Green, a series of shows held in Public
Square Park on Thursdays in August,
culminating with a three-day finale
in early September.
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NHL ALL-STAR GAME It’s not too late to plan a visit during
the National Hockey League’s All-Star
celebration, which takes place Jan. 30-31.
While the game at the Bridgestone Arena
is a ticketed event, there will be plenty of
free fan events on tap.
MUSIC CITY JULY 4TH: LET FREEDOM SING!
Nobody celebrates Independence Dayquite like Nashville. Music City’s fireworks
display is hailed by many as one of the best
in the nation, but that’s not all we offer.
Crowds flood downtown every July 4th for
free concerts (Martina McBride and Mikky
Ekko headlined in 2015); a family fun zone
with climbing walls, water slides and games;
and vendors galore. The Nashville Symphony
plays live music synchronized to the fireworks
to round out the spectacular evening.
CMA MUSIC FESTIVAL Nashville’s annual CMA Music Festival
attracts more than 71,000 country music fans
every June, but you don’t even need a ticket to
catch some great concerts. Seven free stages
throughout downtown host live music every
day of the festival (an ideal opportunity to
see up-and-coming artists), and the festival’s kickoff parade and block party are open to
the public. Vendors along Broadway hand out
product and food samples, and you can play
games and enter to win giveaways.
From top: Ascend Amphitheater enter tains crowds with
great shows. The Nashv ille Predators take to the ice at
Bridgestone Arena. The Bash on Broadway on New
Year’s Eve is fun and free! Fans enjoy the CMA Music
Festival. Opposite: The Frist Center for the Visual Arts
offers first-class art exhibits.
newest outdoor attraction, offers the most
music variety of all, serving as the summer
home for the Grammy®-winning Nashville
Symphony and also featuring today’s hottest acts on summer tour. The theater is nestled
between the city’s panoramic skyline and
the mighty Cumberland River, and offers
fabulous greenways around the theater.
Check out ascendamphitheater.com for
HISTORY History buffs have a lot to love about
Nashville, including Andrew Jackson’s
Hermitage: Home of the People’s President.
Admission to the Hermitage is free on Jan. 8
to commemorate Gen. Jackson’s victory over
the British Army at the Battle of New Orleans.
Rated the third-best presidential site in
the nation by USA Today, the Hermitage
also offers half-price admission on March 15
for Andrew Jackson’s Birthday Celebration. The festivities include a wreath-laying
ceremony, educational programs for all
ages and birthday cake.
The Tennessee State Museum
fans, and admission to the museum’s
permanent exhibits, the Military Museum,
the Bicentennial Capitol Mall State
Park and the State Capitol is always free.
FRIST CENTER FOR THE VISUAL ARTS
Get your creative juices flowing with a visit to the Frist Center for the Visual Arts,
which hosts free Family Festival Days every
quarter and free admission for guests 18 and
younger every day. The Frist showcases the
artwork of local, state and regional artists in
24,000 square feet of gallery space and hosts
major national and international exhibits.
Free Family Festival Days provide hands-on
activities, special performances and more.
JACK DANIEL'S® NEW YEAR’S EVE BASH ON BROADWAY
One of Nashville’s largest free events is
the Jack Daniel’s® New Year’s Eve Bash on
Broadway, where you can take in live music
and watch a 15-foot-tall music note covered
in more than 150 feet of LED lights drop at
midnight. The Music Note Drop® triggersa stunning fireworks display and sets off
confetti cannons to ring in the new year.
Kings of Leon, Chris Stapleton and Kelsea
Ballerini performed at the 2015 Bash on
Broadway. It’s the perfect way to end your
year – and a fantastic way to welcome the
new one, so make plans now to attend!
From unique boutiques and favorite neighborhood hangouts to sites honoring the city’s rich history and distinctive art and architecture, Nashville’s vibrant
neighborhoods make it fun to experience dining, nightlife, shopping and playing like the locals do. Exploring is made easy with interactive maps
and videos (visitmusiccity.com/visitors/neighborhoods) that offer
an insider’s guide to some of the city’s most popular areas.
BY CINDY SANDERS
storied past and exciting present, paying
homage to those who set the tone for Music
City to become the creative center it is today.
Riverfront Park makes a great launching
point to explore downtown. On one side of
Broadway is the Hard Rock Cafe and on
the other is Acme Feed & Seed, featuring
22,000 square feet of cocktails, cuisine and
entertainment space.
West Riverfront Park, which offers a
great place to enjoy Nashville’s panoramic
skyline, and also is home of the Ascend Amphitheater, which is the summer
home of the Nashville Symphony and
features today’s hottest touring acts.
A short stroll in either direction leads
to many more attractions, shopping,
dining, professional sports – and, of
course, nonstop music.
Saloon; themed dining at Rodizio Grill,
The Old Spaghetti Factory and
The Melting Pot fondue restaurant;
great live music at B.B. King’s Blues Club &
Restaurant and The Silver Dollar Saloon;
and the new George Jones Museum,
paying tribute to the legendary hit-maker.
Other great options to discover the city’s
history and musical roots on the north side of downtown include the Tennessee State
Capitol, Tennessee State Museum,
Printers Alley.
For an artistic touch, catch a live
concert or stage show at the Tennessee
Performing Arts Center and celebrate visual artists along 5th Avenue of the
Arts. Excellent dining choices abound,
from the casual Puckett’s Grocery and
Frothy Monkey coffeehouse to upscale
options including the highly anticipated
Jeff Ruby’s Steakhouse, as well as
Capitol Grille and Morton’s Steakhouse.
In the last decade, the neighborhood
south of Broadway, known as SoBro, has
become one of the city’s hottest areas and is home to the Country Music Hall of
Fame® and Museum, Hatch Show Print
and the Nashville Songwriters Hall of
Fame, which is housed in the beautiful
Music City Center. This area is also home
to the Schermerhorn Symphony Center
and the Music City Walk of Fame.
SoBro offers fantastic dining choices
with chef-inspired menus at places suchas Etch, The Farm House, City Winery,
Husk and Pinewood Social. For casual
dining backed by live music, don’t miss
3rd & Lindsley, and top off every meal
with a sweet treat from the Goo Goo Shop.
Bisecting downtown is Broadway. The
nine blocks from the Frist Center for
the Visual Arts to the Cumberland River
are lined with unique shopping, dining
and entertainment options. The renowned Honky Tonks of Lower Broad; dueling
The George Jones Museum traces the country star’s life and career.
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Tin Roof; restaurants including Jack’s
Bar B Que, Merchants, Prime 108 and Paradise Park Trailer Resort; and
Bridgestone Arena – site of blockbuster
concert and sporting events including the
NHL Nashville Predators – all call this
one street home.
neighborhood for the discerning collector.
Known as Nashville’s Antique District, the
area is also home to artistic home décor,
upscale designer fashion consignment
The Sutler Saloon and Mercy Lounge,
plus delectable dining. Try M.L. Rose, serving
up more than 80 beers, or soak in Sinema’s
sleek atmosphere, which plays off its setting
in Nashville’s historic Melrose Theatre, while enjoying the eclectic, chef-inspired menu.
12SOUTH The mix of shopping and dining in
the trendy 12South district has something
to suit every style. Whether browsing for
home furnishings and accents at Cadeau,
handmade jewelry at Judith Bright,
the latest fashion at Emerson Grace and imogene + willie, a little bit of everything
at White’s Mercantile, or even a treat for
your favorite pet at Wags and Whiskers, there
are dozens of fun finds in a few short blocks. If shopping works up an appetite, you’re
in luck – 12South is filled with great options
for leisurely dining. Try local favorites
The Flipside, Burger Up, Edley’s Bar-
B-Que, Frothy Monkey or Urban Grub,
or spring for the refined farmhouse cuisine
of Josephine. A great day deserves a sweet
ending at Las Paletas Gourmet Ice Pops.
BELMONT/HILLSBORO VILLAGE This charming area near Belmont
and Vanderbilt universities is home
to the Hillsboro Village Merchants
Association, with everything from
are the city’s best pancakes. While away the
hours at shops such as A Thousand Faces,
Pangaea or Festivity. Wake up with coffee at Fido or perennial favorite Pancake
Pantry, or sample the fare at Martin’s BBQ,
Provence Breads & Café or Cabana,
which also features a late-night menu.
EAST NASHVILLE Named one of the coolest neighborhoods
in the nation by Thrillist, East Nashville is
located just across the river from downtown. Athletes and artisans are equally at home
Mercy Lounge showcases a variety of music in many genres. People enjoy shopping at White’s Mercantile in
the 12South neighborhood.
in this free-spirited neighborhood. Nissan
Stadium, home of the NFL’s Tennessee Titans, anchors the area on one side. Five
Points, a creative haven with art-filled
restaurants and galleries set among locally
owned boutiques, is the hub and heart of this
community. Walk Eat Nashville is a unique
way to take in all the area has to offer with a
guided walking tour that includes tastings at
six restaurants and artisan food shops. Each
summer, the neighborhood’s love of creativity
and fresh fare come together in the popular
Tomato Art Festival. Of course, delicious
dining is available year round at restaurants
such as Holland House Bar & Refuge,
Rumours East, Lockeland Table,
The Pharmacy Burger Parlor
Nashville’s first residential neighborhood
effortlessly connects the historic with the
modern. Beautifully renovated buildings
it isn’t surprising that many of the area’s
popular dining establishments have a
farm-to-table sensibility.
Casual dining with flair is always on the menu at Germantown Café,
Rolf and Daughters, 5th & Taylor and
312 Pizza Company. For sips and sweets,
you can’t beat Nelson's Green Brier
Distillery, which is open for tours and
tastings of exquisitely crafted small-batch
bourbons, or The Cupcake Collection, which has been featured on ABC’s The
Chew. The community is also home to
First Tennessee Park and the Nashville
Sounds, AAA baseball affiliate of the
Oakland A’s. The ball club embarked on a
new era when the state-of-the-art stadium
opened last year on the historic Sulphur
Dell site where the city’s first professional
baseball team played in 1885. Germantown
also traces the state’s history at the 19-acre
Bicentennial Capitol Mall State Park .
With so many choices, why limit yourself?
Enjoy a Local Tastes of Nashville
strolling tour to get a real flavor of all the sights
while savoring foods from five neighborhood
restaurants and specialty shops.
Nashville neighborhood is known for its
wide array of upscale options from small
boutiques to internationally renowned
A to Z … literally. Shop Anthropologie,
Billy Reid, Burberry, Dillard’s, H. Audrey,
Jimmy Choo, Kate Spade, Louis Vuitton,
Macy’s, Nordstrom, Stuart Weitzman, Tiffany’s, Tory Burch, Winston Dog and
Z Gallerie, among other luxury brands.
Shopped ’til you dropped? Unwind over a
leisurely dinner at Table 3 Restaurant
& Market and then stop by the world-
famous Bluebird Cafe, where legends and
newcomers showcase their songwriting skills.
THE GULCH Linking downtown to Music Row,
The Gulch is all about terrific dining
options, handcrafted libations and urban
chic shopping nestled among high-rise
residential and office space.
work and play, The Gulch is home to some of
the city’s most popular restaurants including
Moto, Saint Añejo, Sambuca, Cantina Laredo, City Fire American Oven &
First Tennessee Park, home of the Nashville Sounds
Jonathan Waxman. Southern flair influences
the menus at Peg Leg Porker BBQ,
Whiskey Kitchen and Party Fowl,
where guests get a “mouthful of the South”
with local brews, live music and chicken – from Southern fried to Nashville hot.
Hops + Crafts features dozens of draft
craft beers from across the country but
with an emphasis on Tennessee menu items.
For those who prefer to be shaken or stirred,
Bar Louie’s handcrafted martinis and
regional fare are sure to hit the spot.
OPRYLAND/MUSIC VALLEY Anchored by the Opryland complex
featuring the stunning Gaylord Opryland®
Resort & Convention Center, this
restaurants including Old Hickory
Steakhouse, Ravello, Wasabi's Sushi
Bar, and also features tropical gardens,dancing waterfalls, upscale boutiques, a
luxury spa and salon, fitness center, and
an indoor river complete with boat rides.
The resort is also home to the world-
famous Grand Ole Opry, the General
Jackson Showboat, 18 challenging holes
at Gaylord Springs Golf Links and
Opry Mills with more than 200 stores,
an IMAX Theater, Aquarium Restaurant,
Rainforest Cafe, Dave & Buster’s, and dozens more dining and entertainment
options. Across from the resort, Music
Valley Drive helped define the Nashville
sound and features a range of casual dining,
entertainment and sightseeing spots,
Nashville Nightlife Dinner Theater,
John A’s, comedic mysteries at Miss
Jeanne’s Mystery Dinner Theatre, Cock of the Walk , Ernest Tubb Record
Shop & Midnight Jamboree and A Tribute
to the King, paying homage to Elvis.
WEST END/VANDERBILT/MIDTOWN As the name suggests, this area stretches
west from downtown and is the link
between the city center and Nashville’s
southwestern suburbs. Home to prestigious Vanderbilt
University, this district offers a broad range
of hotels, restaurants and local shops. It’s
also home to Centennial Park – site of
numerous events and concerts throughout
the year, as well as the world’s only exact-size
replica of The Parthenon, featuring the largest indoor statue in the Western world.
Foodies rave over the range of
restaurants found in this neighborhood.
Steak lovers will be in paradise at Union
Common, Jimmy Kelly’s, Stoney River
and Fleming’s. More casual fare can be
sampled at Tavern, The Row, South
Street, Soulshine Pizza and local favorite
Hattie B’s Hot Chicken. Creative menus
are served up at Park25 Bistro, The
Catbird Seat, Giovanni, 1808 Grille
and Mason’s. Cap off the evening with
signature cocktails and speakeasy style
at The Patterson House.
Block on Elliston Place and the colorful
bungalows filled with specialty shops in
Berry Hill to the Nashville Paddle Co.’s
offerings on area lakes, and the historic and
artistic attractions found in west Nashville
– including Belle Meade Plantation
and Cheekwood Botanical Garden
those famous biscuits at The Loveless
Cafe – Nashville has even more wonderful
neighborhoods and communities to explore. Interactive maps, neighborhood highlights
and fun things to do searchable by location are
all featured at visitmusiccity.com.
operates a Customer Service Center to
assist with planning and booking your trip
to Music City. Visitor assistants can help
guests choose hotels, book rooms or vacation
packages, and provide details on upcoming
events. Open 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday
through Friday, or book rooms online at visitmusiccity.com/placestostay.
VISITOR CENTER LOCATIONS 501 Broadway
615-259-4747/866-830-4440
Two Visitor Centers offer discounted
attraction tickets, brochures, coupons and
concierge assistance. The Broadway location in the glass tower of the Bridgestone Arena,
at the corner of Fifth Avenue South and
Broadway, has the Music City Marketplace,
featuring locally made products. Open
8:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Monday through
Saturday and 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Sunday.
The second center is at the corner of Fourth
Avenue North and Commerce Street. Open
8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Friday.
DISABILITY SERVICES Disability Information Office
Howard Office Building, information
and referral office: 615-862-6492
reservations. $2.50 flat rate.
Regions Bank
Nashville International Airport
CONNECTING TO THE MUSIC A free Nashville Live Music
App (visitmusiccity.com/
nashvillemusicapp), available
music venues throughout the city
and tells you who’s on stage. Users can search
by area of town or venue name, and a handy map function will show your location and the
live music venue options nearby. No app?
No problem. Look for the series of guitar-pick
sidewalk signs that indicate where great live
music can be found. For more information,
go to visitmusiccity.com/livemusic.
ATTRACTIONS & TOURS
ATTRACTIONS & TOURS
Delights big and small kids alike,
and sparks their curiosity to learn
more about the world around them.Home to the world-renowned
Sudekum Planetarium, offering
10 am-5 pm daily. adventuresci.org
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Adventureworks , 1300 Narrows of
615-297-2250. Adventures for
types! A nationally recognized leader
in experience-based team building
nestled in 40 acres of old-growth
forest. 10 am-4 pm Mon.-Sat.,
1- 4 pm Sun. adventureworks.com
Antique Archaeology Nashville ,
American Pickers, opened the
factory. The store features antiques,
ATTRACTIONS vintage items, folk art and Antique
Archaeology merchandise.
antiquearchaeology.com
615-669-0608. Everything you
need to know to throw the perfect bachelorette party in Nashville! We
have all the amenities to make your
evening or multiday event a complete
success. bachnashville.com
nonprofit cinema and the city’s
leading exhibitor of independent,
the Hillsboro Village neighborhood. Open year round. Hours depend
on showtimes. belcourt.org
615-741-5280. Tour Tennessee via
featuring the 95 counties,
31 fountains representing the
includes a 2,000-seat amphitheaterand a visitor center. 6 am-10 pm.
tn.gov /environment /parks /Bicentennial
U.S. Natural Landmark. Open year
round, seven days a week, with
scenic walking tours, adventure
camping in the cave. 9 am-5 pm
Mon.-Sun. cumberlandcaverns.com
615-678-8784. Painting parties,
calendar and come dabble with us!
dabblestudio.com
540 Opry Mills Dr., 615-970-3800.
Create your own experience where
great food, signature drinks and
one-of-a -kind fun can be found under
one enormous roof. Offering billiards,
cosmic bowling and more than
150 video games. 11 -12 am Sun.-Thu.,
11 -1 am Fri.-Sat. daveandbusters.com
The Escape Game – Berry Hill , 510 E. Iris Dr., 615-878-3135. A real-
life adventure game designed for
ATTRACTIONS & TOURS
Your goal is simple: Work together
as a team, testing your wits and
skills, to escape from a locked room
in 60 minutes. Open daily.
nashvilleescapegame.com
A real-life adventure game designed
for small groups of two to eight
people. Your goal is simple: Work
together as a team, testing your wits
and skills, to escape from a locked
room in 60 minutes.
Nashville Flea Market, the property
maintains eight buildings with more
than 120,000 square feet of indoor
space for meetings and events with
abundant parking. thefairgrounds.com
Play one of our three award-winning
miniature golf courses, ride side
by side on the mid-state’s fastest
outdoor go-kart track or try one
of the 25 flavors at Chuck’s Sno
Cones. Check website for hours.
grandoldgolf.net
famous presents the new stars, superstars and legends all on
one stage. Check the website for
show schedule. opry.com
Tours , 2804 Opryland Dr.,
800-SEE-OPRY . Guided tours of
an up-close look at country’s most
famous show, including themed
dressing rooms, the artists’ entrance,the Opry stage and more. Tours
available daily Feb.-Oct., depending
615-577-7710. In operation since
has produced iconic posters for
artists ranging from Elvis Presley to
Widespread Panic. Take the official
tour, learn about its amazing history
and print your own keepsake poster.
9:30 am-6 pm Sun.-Wed., 9:30 am-8 pm
Thu.-Sat. hatchshow print.com
Historic RCA Studio B ,
615-416-2001. Visit the legendary
Home of 1,000 Hits, Music City ’s
only studio tour, for a glimpse into the heart of the Nashville sound
during a golden age. Tours depart
daily from the Country Music Hall
of Fame® and Museum, and are
available in conjunction with
Laser Quest , 166 Second Ave. N.,
615-256-2560 . An interactive
adventure game for all ages.Unbeatable fun for social or group
outings, student trips, sports teams,
family reunions and corporate team-
building events. Thirty or more play
together, available rain or shine,
private bookings available. 6-9 pm
Tue.-Thu., 4 pm-12 am Fri., 11-12 am
Sat., 2-7 pm Sun. laserquest.com
Loretta Lynn’s Ranch ,
931-296-7700. Situated just an hour
outside of Nashville in the beautiful
countryside, the ranch offers a
full-service RV park, primitive
camping, outdoor pool, canoeing
and paddleboats, wrangler camp
lorettalynn.com
2818 Nashville Rd., Bowling Green, KY, 270-393-0077 . Discover Kentucky’s
only underground boat tour, just one
hour north of Nashville. The cave
offers a delightful escape into
Kentucky’s Cave Country, with hiking
trails, a seasonal butterfly habitat,
gem mining sluice and charming
Wildflower Gifts. 8:30 am-6 pm
Mon.-Sun. lostrivercave.com
615-327-1010. One of Nashville’s most creative communities – including
Marathon Music Works, Antique
Archaeology and Corsair Artisan
400 Davidson St., #403,
615-242-3275. Located in downtown
high-tech electric karts. Corporate
groups, birthday parties and more. 11 am-9 pm Mon.-Thu., 11 am-10 pm
Fri., 9 am-10 pm Sat., 12-9 pm Sun.
musiccityindoorkarting.com
Demonbreun between Fourth & Fifth
tribute to those from all genres of
music who have contributed to the
world through song or other industry
collaboration and made a significant
contribution to the music industry
with connection to Music City.
visitmusiccity.com /walkoffame
by Adventureworks ,
Creek, 615-724-1600. New and
experienced zippers will enjoy
soaring through the shaded forest
canopy of Fontanel on eight
different ziplines, up to 85 feet high and ranging from 200 to 700 feet
in length. Professional tour guides
help you ride for up to two hours at
speeds up to 35 miles per hour.
fontanel.com
bronze figure group in America. This
group of nine colossal bronze figures
celebrates the energy and diversity
of the music industry in Nashville. alanlequire.com /musica
Nashville Armory , 4290 Kenilwood Dr.,
615-730-8054. Featuring 15,000
classrooms and state-of-the-art
ranks as one of the largest and most
advanced firearm facilities in the
country. 9 am-8 pm Mon.-Sat.,
11 am-7 pm Sun. nashvillearmory.com
Nashville Farmers’ Market , 900 Rosa L. Parks Blvd.,
615-880-2001. Open year round.
nashvillefarmersmarket.org
a continuing community presence for
this original American art form. Offers
performances by top jazz artists from
the local area and around the country.
12-8 pm weekdays, performances until
11 pm.nashville jazz.org
Nashville Public Library ,
the 300,000-square-foot main library building designed by Robert A.M.
Stern Architects is open to the public.
9 am-6 pm Mon.-Fri., 9 am-5 pm Sat.,
2-5 pm Sun. library.nashville.org
615-889-7050. A 385-acre family
recreation destination located on
downtown. It comprises a water
park, ropes courses and ziplines,
RV campground, lakeview cabins,
Mid-May through mid-Sept.;
hours vary. nashvilleshores.com
animals from around the world.
In addition, the zoo offers animal
shows, keeper talks, a carousel,
a historic home and farm, the Jungle
Gym playground, gift shops and
concession areas. 9 am-6 pm. nashvillezoo.org
Old Tyme Vintage Photos ,
A tradition here in Tennessee. Come
make memories that will last forever
for the entire family. We bring the
Wild West, Victorian and 1980s
hip-hop for all to enjoy. 2-9 pm Fri.,
12-10 pm Sat., 12- 6 pm Sun.
oldtymevintagephotos.com
ATTRACTIONS & TOURS
bean-to-bar chocolate maker in
Tennessee. 10 am-5 pm Thu.-Sat.
oliveandsinclair.com
615-514-1100. Tennessee’s largest
outlet and value shopping
destination. Retail mix includes
Avenue OFF 5TH, J.Crew Factory,
LEGO, Tommy Bahama Outlet and
many more. 10 am-9 pm Mon.-Sat.,
11 am-7 pm Sun. oprymills.com
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installations and host the city’s most
elite events. ozartsnashville.org
2500 West End Ave., 615-862-8431.
The world’s only full-scale
reproduction of the famous Greek
temple, Nashville’s Parthenon stands
in Centennial Park and features both the city’s art museum and Athena
Parthenos. 9 am-4:30 pm Tue.-Sat.,
12:30- 4:30 pm Sun. (June-Aug.)
parthenon.org
615-843-4001. A faith-based teen
entertainment center with all-ages
venues, an indoor skate park and
coffee bar. Venues are available to rent for private events. 3-9 pm Mon.,
3-7:30 pm Tue., 7:30-9 pm Wed.-Thu.,
3 pm-12 am Fri., 9-12 am Sat.,
1-7 pm Sun. rocketown.com
615-889-3060. Take a self-guided
on the Opry’s stage. Or, take the
backstage tour and record your own
CD in the Ryman Recording Studio.
Return at night for a premier concert! 9 am-4 pm. ryman.com
Symphony. Recognized worldwide
diverse concert programming.
twice weekly. Most performances
start at 8 pm. Box office: 10 am-6 pm Mon.-Fri., 10 am-2 pm Sat.
nashvillesym phony.org
256-338-6333. Bring your favorite
talented instructors as they guide
you step by step from blank canvas
to finished masterpiece. Available for
private parties and off-site events.
sipsnstrokes.com
hiking trails that connect to a mile of
paved metro parks greenway for foot
and bike traffic. Hiking is free to the
public and open from sunup to
sundown. fontanel.com
615-889-7050. An aerial adventure
Shores Lakeside Resort. Featuring
100 exciting and challenging
Seasonal hours March-Nov.
Years 1953-1977 , Texas Troubadour
615-758-0098, 866-811-2502.
ATTRACTIONS & TOURS
eras of The King’s career. With more
than 30 songs and five costumes,
this show thrills audiences of all
ages. 6:30 pm seating, 7 pm show
Mon. and Thu. (March-Oct.) Box
office opens 10 am day of show.
thenashvilleking.com
pools. Also featured are three water
flumes and two speed slides. There’s
even a kiddie pool with water-
dropping features and a children’s
playground. 11 am- 5 pm Mon.-Sun.
nashville.gov/Parks-and-Recreation/
Three floors of fun. Hear the hottest
bands, enjoy delicious dining and
learn the latest dance steps on the
largest dance floor in town. With five
bars under one roof, it’s always a
party at the Wildhorse. 4:30-10 pm Mon., 11 am-10 pm Tue.-Sun., late
night Fri.-Sat. wildhorsesaloon.com
Tennessee’s premier winery offers breathtaking views and outstanding
wines for tasting. 11 am-8 pm
Mon.-Thu., 11 am-9 pm Fri.-Sat.,
12-6 pm Sun. arringtonvineyards .com
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The Black Abbey Brewing
615-775-0070. Located 10 minutes
off of the Armory Drive exit on I-65.
The taproom, affectionately called
and beer pilgrims alike. 3:30-8 pm
Wed.-Fri., 12-8 pm Sat., 12-6 pm Sun.
blackabbeybrewing.com
highest-end combined culinary and
who are passionate in sharing wine,
music and culinary arts. 5-10 pm
Sun.-Thu., 5-1 1 pm Fri.-Sat.
citywinery.com/nashville
Corsair Artisan Distillery ,
An independent craft distillery
and whiskey using classic pot stills.
Visitors are welcome for tours of the
distillery, with tasting room visits
for the 21-and-up crowd. Opens at
3:30 pm Tue.-Fri., 12:30 pm Sat.
corsairartisan.com
award-winning whiskey and its time-
honored traditions. Then, on to the
visitors’ center, filled with antiques and
special memories. 9 am-4 pm Tue.-Sat.
(except major holidays); last tour starts at 3:30 pm. georgedickel.com
Grinder’s Switch Winery, Inc. ,
1310 Clinton St., Ste. 125,
615-679-0646 . A small family-owned
some of Tennessee’s best wines
for more than eight years. Guests
can sample and purchase a wide
variety of our local wines and fun,
wine-themed gifts. gswinery.com
Jack Daniel Distillery ,
Places. Visitors receive personally
observe the famous Tennessee
Mantra Artisan Ales , 216 Noah Dr., #140, Franklin, 303-648-1143. Craft is
a combination of art and science. The
science has been learned; the art, on
the other hand, comes from inside
each of us. mantrabrewing.com
Offers tours and tastings daily (except
Mondays) of nationally acclaimed
original family recipes of the Nelsonbrothers’ great-great-great-grandfather
and native Tennessean, Charles
11 am-6 pm Tue.-Sat., 11 am-5 pm Sun.
greenbrierdistillery.com
brewery in West Nashville that is
open to the public every day, has an
artisan food menu, is all ages, hosts
daily special events and free tours on
weekends. 3-9 pm Sun.-Thu., 3-11 pm
Fri., 12-11 pm Sat. tailgatebeer.com
ATTRACTIONS & TOURS
in Nashville. We are a production
microbrewery dedicated to
and the many other fine traditions
and charms of Tennessee. 5-10 pm
Wed.-Fri., 2-10 pm Sat., 2-8 pm Sun.
tnbrew.com
Ste. 100, 615-569-1968. SPEAKeasy
Nashville that spans more than
10,000 square feet and features a
state-of-the-art lab, distilling and
distillery’s flagship brand. Tours
begin at 5 pm Mon., Wed. and Fri.
tennesseesip pingcream.com
Creek, 615-724-1600. Free wine
Winery in Hampshire, Tenn. Housed within a 4,000-square-foot space
with a music stage and outdoor
patio. 7 am-4 pm daily. fontanel.com
The Winery at Belle Meade
Plantation , 5025 Harding Pk.,
is a nonprofit helping preserve the
historic Belle Meade Plantation.
bellemeadewinery.com
8204 Hwy. 100, 615-646-9977,
800-282-2276 . Nashville’s first
professional theater. Serving up
for more than 40 years. Box office:
10 am-5 pm Tue.-Sat., 10 am-2 pm Sun.
Shows: Thu.-Sat. dinnertheatre.com
General Jackson Showboat ,
elegant three-course dinner and
of Nashville’s only daytime country
music shows and a delicious lunch
buffet, on the scenic Cumberland
River. Midday boards 11:15 am, departs
noon, returns 2:30 pm; evening boards
6:15 pm, departs 7 pm, returns 10 pm.
generaljackson.com
ATTRACTIONS & TOURS
Miss Jeanne’s Mystery Dinner Theatre , 2416 Music Valley Dr.,
Ste. 144, 615-902-9566 .
Each table becomes a team to bribe
suspects with play money to solve
the crime. It’s an evening of laughter
and smiles! Reservations required.
show. missjeannes.com
Ste. 139, 615-885-4747,
No. 1 country music dinner show. Enjoy
songs made famous by legendary
artists and today’s superstars. Groups
welcome. Doors open at 5:30 pm for
dinner, show begins at 6:30 pm.
nashvillenightlife.com
4580 Rachel’s Ln., Hermitage,
615-889-2941. Since opening in
Hermitage has welcomed more
than 15 million guests. Located only minutes from downtown Nashville,
this National Historic Site consists
of 1,120 gorgeous acres of family
fun for all ages. 8:30 am-5:30 pm.
thehermitage.com
grounds now function as a museum.
The plantation consists of 30 remaining acres and features
a winery, visitor’s center, cabins,
dairy, carriage house and stable.
9 am-5 pm Mon.-Sat., 11 am-5 pm
Sun. bellemeadeplantation.com
wealthiest women in America –
the mansion was recognized asone of the most elaborate and
unusual homes in the South.
10 am-4 pm Mon.-Sat., 1-4 pm Sun.
belmontmansion.com
Ave., Franklin, 615-791-1861. This
registered historic landmark was
Carter. The home was the site of
one of the bloodiest battles during
the Civil War on Nov. 30, 1864.
battleoffranklintrust.org
Science Center & Greer Stadium,
Listed on the National Register of
Historic Places, this was the largest
and most important Union fortification
built after Nashville fell in 1862
during the Civil War. Winter hours
(Sept.-May): 12-4 pm Tue.-Fri., 9 am-4 pm
Sat.; summer hours (June-Aug.):
nashville.gov/Parks-and-Recreation/
the South, Carnton was a field hospital
after the 1864 Battle of Franklin.
Restored garden and Confederate
12-5 pm Sun. battleoffranklintr ust.org
reconstruction of a frontier log station
typical of early Cumberland
settlements, and the Bowen
Plantation House, completed in
at 3:30 pm. manskersstation.org
1111 Columbia Ave., Franklin,
of this Civil War house, featuring fine
antiques and stories of the Lotz
family during the Battle of Franklin.
lotzhouse.com
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sings 30 songs, has five costumes, tells you about six
eras of The KING’s career, covering the ‘50s, ‘60s and
‘70s. Wynonna says, “You were AWESOME!” and Country
Weekly says, “Check out John and his MUST SEE show!”
Call for tickets. Mondays and Thursdays March-October.
CELEBRATING OUR 16TH ANNIVERSARY IN NASHVILLE!
A TRIBUTE TO THE KING THRU THE YEARS 1953-1977
2416 Music Valley Dr. • Nashville, TN 37214 (615) 758-0098 • (866) 811-2502 • w ww.thenashvilleking.com
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wine country. We invite you to experience our
award-winning wines, spectacular vineyard views
from our covered deck and breathtaking sunsets.
Bring a picnic! We’re open daily for wine tastings.
ARRINGTON VINEYARDS
(615) 395-0102 • www.arringtonvineyards.com
ATTRACTIONS & TOURS
615-741-2692. Designed by William
Strickland, the historic Tennessee
when it was completed in 1859.
One of the oldest working
antebellum capitols in the nation,
several areas have been restored
to their 19th-century appearance.
Guided tours available beginning
Travellers Rest Plantation
John Overton, Travellers Rest is
Nashville’s oldest historic house
open to the public. Both self-guided and guided tours of the grounds
and historic buildings are offered.
10 am- 4 pm Mon.-Sat., 1-4 pm Sun.
travellersrestplantation.org
antebellum country homes built in
the Nashville area, and one of the
earliest and best-preserved of the
ornate Italianate houses in Middle
Tennessee. Hours depend on event
schedule. Tour hours differ each
month. friendsoftworiversmansion.org
Cheekwood Botanical
877-356-8150. This 55-acre botanical
the historic Cheek estate, boasts nationally recognized collections
of American and contemporary
garden and year-round, family-
Tue.-Sun. cheekwood.org
and Museum , 222 Fifth Ave. S.,
615-416-2001. Experience country
music’s past and present through
dynamic exhibits, priceless artifacts, live music and more in the heart of
Music City. Visit Historic RCA Studio
B and iconic Hatch Show Print, both
properties of the museum. Unique
group packages available.
Fontanel Mansion ,
much like it was when she lived
there, the magnificent 27,000-square-
music landmark that offers visitors
a unique view into the home life of
a country music legend. 9 am-3 pm
daily. fontanel.com
919 Broadway, 615-244-3340.
to presenting an ever-changing
regional, national and international
ArtQuest gallery, gift shop and cafe,
all surrounded by gorgeous
architecture. 10 am-5:30 pm
Thu.-Fri., 1-5:30 pm Sun. fristcenter.org Advertising Partner, p. 30
George Jones Museum ,
continues to reign as one of country
music’s most hallowed instruments.
Fans will have a chance to get a
never-before-seen look into the life
and career of the musical icon.
10 am-10 pm daily.
The Johnny Cash Museum ,
Officially authorized by the estate of
Johnny Cash, the museum features
the largest and most comprehensive
collection of Johnny Cash artifacts
and memorabilia in the world.
Located in the heart of downtown
Nashville. 9 am-7 pm daily.
johnnycashmuseum.com
Featuring 150 rare and unique cars
and motorcycles. Only 3 miles from
downtown, free parking on-site.
War Memorial Bldg., 615-741-2692.
of the Tennessee State Museum.
Exhibits deal with America’s
overseas conflicts, beginning with
and ending with World War II in 1945.
10 am-5 pm Tue.-Sat. tnmuseum.org
Museum , Nashville Municipal
ATTRACTIONS & TOURS
honors the talented musicians who
played on the greatest recordings
of all time. 10 am-5 pm Mon.-Sat.
musicianshalloffame.com
270-781-7973, 800-538-3883. More
motorsports park. Less than 1 hour
north of Nashville on I-65, across
from GM plant. 8 am-5 pm Mon.-Sun.
corvettemuseum.org
Ste. 310, 615-301-8724. Project under
development. The museum will
feature exhibits highlighting music
instruments, great vocalists, genres,
production. nmaam.org
of home and farm artifacts from the
19th and early 20th centuries. Also
on the property is a log cabin
community with a wooden train
and gardens. 9 am-4 pm Mon.-Fri.
tnagmuseum.org
501 Broadway, Bridgestone Arena,
sports history. Featuring two theaters
and many interactive stations, with more being added every month.
10 am-5 pm Tue.-Sat. tshf.net
Tennessee State Museum ,
exhibits begin 15,000 years ago with
prehistoric people and continue
extensive and impressive Civil War
collection. 10 am-5 pm Tue.-Sat., 1- 5 pm Sun. Closed Mon.
tnmuseum.org
Museum , 1908 Grand Ave.,
daily devotional guide, features an
international collection portraying
inspirational visit. Group-friendly,
free parking. 8 am-4:30 pm Mon.-Fri.
cha pel.up perroom.org
615-885-1515. Nashville’s largest
dedicated to traditional country music legends, showcasing one
of the world’s largest collections of
personal items from Willie Nelson
and his many friends. 8:30 am-9 pm
Mon.-Sat., 8:30 am-8 pm Sun.
willienelsongeneralstore.com
700 12th Ave. S., Ste. 104,
615-244-8243. Nashville’s first salon
dedicated exclusively to the quick
and beautiful blowout. It’s the luxury
you can’t afford to miss! 8 am-6 pm
Mon.-Thu., 8 am-8 pm Fri., 9 am-6 pm
Sat., 1-6 pm Sun. blowoutco.com
Escape Day Spa + Salon ,
615-352-3545. Dedicated to
with healing therapeutic massage therapy; advanced skincare;
rejuvenating body treatments;
healthy hair. 8 am-8 pm Mon.-Fri.,
8 am-7 pm Sat., 11 am-5 pm Sun.
escapespaces.com
250 Fifth Ave. S., 615-782-5300, 800-788-6664. Relax, rejuvenate and
pamper yourself at our spa. Enjoy all
the sights and sounds Nashville has
to offer, but then make time for yourself
– at Mokara Spa. 9 am-7 pm daily.
omnihotels.com/FindAHotel/
Relâche Spa , 2800 Opryland Dr.,
615-458-1772. Take a journey that
ignites the senses and soothes the soul. Nestled within the beautiful
botanical gardens of Gaylord
Sun.-Fri., 8 am-8 pm Sat.
gaylordopryland.com
An Aveda Salon & Spa offering hair
services, makeup, facials, waxing and massages. This is a non-tipping salon
that partners with Vanderbilt Children’s
Hospital by donating $1 for every
service to the hospital. 9 am-6 pm
Wed. and Fri.-Sat., 10 am-8 pm Tue.
and Thu. williamedge.com
Country Music Crawler ,
to offer. countrymusiccrawler.com
Tours include Lower Broadway, the
Ryman Auditorium, Civil War sites,
historic photos and more. Give us
90 minutes and we’ll make you a
local! echoesofnashville.com
by our enthusiastic, knowledgeable
available most nights, others by reservation. Minutes from Nashville.
franklinonfoot.com
Tennessee’s largest show cave, a U.S. National Natural Landmark
and the home of Bluegrass
Underground. The cave displays
rooms and most spectacular
through guided walking tours. Or discover adventure
on one of our spelunking adventure trips.
1437 Cumberland Caverns Rd. • McMinnville, TN 37110
(931) 668-4396 • ww w.cumberlandcaverns.com
ATTRACTIONS & TOURS
800-251-1864. Experience Music City
sightseeing tours. Tour options
from ABC’s hit drama Nashville and
a tour to Memphis for a VIP behind-
the-scenes tour of Graceland.
and back cover
tours start from the Bicycle Bus in
the heart of downtown, and cruise the sights between midtown and
downtown. greenfleetbikes.com
615-838-7105. Providing a variety of
tour options, including the Honky
Tonk Pub Crawl and the Nashville
Comedy Tour. Availability is limited
and reservations are required.
4408 Wyoming Ave., 615-406-8939. Private tours for small groups of
three to six persons concentrating
on Nashville’s history, especially
Civil War sites, hosted by longtime
Nashville resident and historian
cars, you can tour and take in the
sights and sounds of Nashville! We’lltake you to some of the popular
landmarks and hidden gems.
Open-air electric and gas,
low-speed vehicles for touring
the downtown, Germantown,
Local Tastes of Nashville ,
delicious and educational walking
Farmers’ Market and takes you into
historic Germantown; the other starts
at Union Station and goes to the
trendy Gulch. Hours vary.
Center at Sixth Ave., 615-485-1816 .
Four-hour craft-brewery tour with
knowledgeable and experienced
breweries, taprooms and/or
of beer and brewing in Nashville.
musiccitybrewtours.com
The Music City Rollin Jamboree, LLC , P.O. Box 68381, 615-430-3109.
A one-of-a-kind “rolling” sightseeing
and the occasional special guest.
Passengers are treated to a hilarious
journey throughout areas of
downtown and Music Row.
9 am-5 pm Mon.-Sat.
Music City Trolley Hop – By Gray
Line of Tennessee , 108 First Ave. S., Riverfront Train Station and Fifth and
Demonbreun, 615-636 -1280. Tour
with hop-on/hop-off services at
including the Ryman, Antique
9 am-5 pm. musiccityhop.com
Parks Blvd., 615-226-7300. Ever
a big pink bus? Take the original
NashTrash Tour with the Jugg
Sisters, or Music Row Confidential
with Pip. nashtrash.com
615-473-5058. A five-hour tour to
four of Nashville’s best craft
breweries to get a sampling of their
best beers and the chance to meet
the brewers/owners who make up
Nashville’s bustling craft-beer
& Broadway, 423- 432-0116 . Tour
company that uses an authentic
British 1967 open-top, double-decker bus to do historic tours of downtown
Nashville. We also rent the bus out
for special events and transportation
purposes. Thu.-Sun.
taste of Nashville, sampling local
food and drink while visiting unique
neighborhoods. Public or private
nashvillefoodadventures.com
on corner of Sixth Ave. N. and Union
St., 615-884-3999. Explore the
most haunted city on a variety of
entertaining ghost tours, including
the Haunted Downtown Walking
the Nashville Hearse Tour.
A new spin on pub crawls. A 16-person
bar on wheels. 10 am-11 pm daily.
nashville pedaltavern.com
Nashville , 1855 Air Lane Dr. Tour at
your own pace! On and off privileges
make it easy to explore Music City.
historictours.com
spots and laugh along the way!
theredneckbus.com
Enjoy a once-in-a -lifetime tour experience on your very own
Segway. Get a taste of Nashville
that’ll have you begging for more!
9 am, 12 pm and 3 pm.
segwayofnashvilletours.com
Nashville’s No. 1 party bike! The most
fun way to experience downtown
Nashville. You provide the drinks,
we’ll provide the rest. Electric-assist motor, free photo album and
memories for life. 9 am-11 pm.
sprocketrocketpartybike.com
George Dickel, Short Mountain
tennesseewhiskeytours.com
neighborhoods that put Nashville
food shop owners. Public tours
available Thu., Fri. and Sat.
walkeatnashville.com
ARTS & CULTURE
877-694-2040. A prime downtown
with a welcoming environment in a
historic building. Inventive exhibits
First Saturday Art Crawl. 11 am-5 pm
Tue.-Sat. theartscompany.com
garden and art museum, located
on the historic Cheek estate, boasts
nationally recognized collections
garden and year-round, family-
Tue.-Sun. cheekwood.org
615-780-9990. Located in Nashville’s
invigorating Wedgewood-Houston neighborhood, the gallery represents
ART GALLERIES innovative and diverse artists from
around the country, working across
a wide range of ar tistic practices.
11 am-5 pm Tue.-Sat. davidluskgallery.com
Frist Center for the Visual Arts ,
919 Broadway, 615-244-3340.
to presenting an ever-changing
architecture. 10 am-5:30 pmMon.-Wed. and Sat., 10 am-9 pm
Thu.-Fri., 1-5:30 pm Sun.
224 Fifth Ave. S., 615-577-7711.
Offers historic restrikes of original
posters from the Hatch collection,
as well as Master Printer Jim
Sherraden’s monoprints –
Sun.-Wed., 9:30 am-8 pm Thu.-Sat.
hatchshow print.com /ContentPages/
Haynes Galleries ,
contemporary and American
the nationally and internationally
recognized artists whose work canbe seen at the gallery. 10 am-4 pm
Tue.-Sat. haynesgalleries.com
Exhibits change quarterly, with work
from Alan LeQuire – the nationally
recognized sculptor of Musica and
Athena Parthenos – always on
lequiregallery.com
Metropolitan Nashville Arts
leading advocate for the arts in
Nashville, Metro Arts hosts Artober
Nashville, a monthlong celebration
and culture scene. 8:30 am-4:30 pm
Mon.-Fri. artsnashville.org
615-401-1400. Art lovers can
is proud to be the home of more
than 100 pieces of public art.
nashvillemusiccitycenter.com
615-319-7892. A full-service art
gallery presenting mostly the
Located in Marathon Village.
Sun. ogalleryart.com
2500 West End Ave., 615-862-8431.
The world’s only full-scale
reproduction of the famous Greek
temple, Nashville’s Parthenon stands
in Centennial Park and features both the city’s art museum and Athena
Parthenos. 9 am-4:30 pm Tue.-Sat.,
12:30-4:30 pm Sun. (June-Aug.)
Nashville’s largest contemporary
than 40 artists from all over the
world. Located on 5th Avenue
of the Arts, in the epicenter ofNashville’s central business
district. 11 am-6 pm Tue.-Sat.
therymergallery.com
contemporary art by regional and
national artists. 9 am-9 pm Mon.-Fri.,
10 am-10 pm Sat.-Sun.
contemporary mid-career to
Dzama, William Eggleston, Katy
Grannan, Vivian Maier, Damian
others. 11 am-5 pm Thu.-Sat. and by
appointment. sherrickandpaul.com
Tinney Contemporary ,
gallery, specializing in museum-
collections. We welcome visitors to
view our rotating exhibitions of art
by local and international artists.
11 am-5 pm Tue.-Sat.
A contemporary art gallery featuring
works by established and emerging
artists in a variety of media. Local,
group showings and performances.
11 am-5 pm Tue.-Sat.
the city’s leading exhibitor of
independent, foreign and repertory
neighborhood. Open year round.
Hours depend on showtimes.
615-343-6666 . Featuring second-
films during fall, winter and spring.
Hours depends on showtimes.
repertoire of classical ballet and
contemporary works, accompanied
Hours depends on performance
national reputation for excellence.
Hours depend on showtimes.
a continuing community presence
Offers performances by top jazz
artists from the local area and
around the country. 12-8 pm
weekdays, performances
FILM & MOVIE THEATERS
successful regional companies
than 45,000 people annually
touring performances.
that expand the creative capacity of audiences and artists through
the dynamic connection unique
showtimes. nashvillerep.org
Nashville Symphony ,
depend on concert schedule. Free
tours at 12 pm most Wed. and Sat.
nashvillesym phony.org
art installations and host the city’s
most elite events. Hours depend on
showtimes. ozartsnashville.org
615-782-4000. Four theaters are
major Broadway musicals to
Thru the Years 1953-1977 ,
costumes, this show thrills audiences
of all ages. 6:30 pm seating, 7 pm
show Mon. and Thu. (March-Oct.)
Box office opens 10 am day
of show. thenashvilleking.com
Ste. 11-GG, Franklin, 615-595-2544.
Not your average guitar shop.
Proudly representing some of the
world’s finest acoustic guitar buildersof this century, luthiers who are
artists in every sense of the term.
10 am- 6 pm Mon.-Wed., 10 am-5 pm
Thu.-Sat. artisanguitars.com
Music-related gifts, CDs and videos.
8 am-5 pm Mon.-Fri. barbersho p.org
Country Music Hall of Fame® and
Museum Store , 222 Fifth Ave. S.,
615-416-2001. Offering exhibition- related merchandise, such as
T-shirts, mugs and Hatch Show
Print posters. You’ll also find original
books and music, as well as official
museum and Studio B merchandise.
9:30 am-6 pm daily.
The Johnny Cash Museum ,
119 Third Ave. S., 615-256-1777 .
Dedicated to the life and music career of the late Man in Black and
features memorabilia, interactive
Shop the on-site museum store for
the largest selection of Cash
merchandise. 9 am-7 pm daily.
johnnycashmuseum.com
The Opry Shop , 2804 Opryland Dr., 800-SEE-OPRY . Enjoy the Grand Ole
Opry experience anytime with a stop
at The Opry Shop, located within the
Grand Ole Opry House. Opens 10 am
daily. sho p.o pry.com
Dickson, 615-417-8259. Features
includes bracelets and necklaces
Billy Reid , 4015 Hillsboro Pk.,
Ste. 104, 615-292-2111. The CFDA-
winning designer of luxury men’s
and women’s clothing celebrating
craftsmanship, tailoring and
Mon.-Thu., 10 am- 8 pm Fri.-Sat.,
10 am-6 pm Sun. billyreid.com
Boot Barn , 318 Broadway,
615-742-9780. America’s largest
Mon.-Thu., 10 am-10 pm Fri.-Sat.,
11 am-7 pm Sun. bootbarn.com
Ceri Hoover , 1200 Clinton St.,
Ste. 41, 615-200-0992. Ceri Hoover
bags officially launched in 2013,
and has celebrated incredible growth so far. “Though I’m constantly
brainstorming and envisioning new
is reinvent the handbag.”
Established in 1987. Purveyor of fine
accoutrements in the Americana
Lynnville (population 327). 9:30 am- 5 pm Tue.-Sat. colonellittleton.com
Col. Littleton Private Stock Store ,
113 Mill St., Lynnville, 800-842-4075.
Established in 1987. Purveyor of fine
accoutrements in the Americana
5 pm Tue.-Sat. colonellittleton.com
DCXV Industries , 727 Porter Rd.,
615-522-4656 . Creators of the iconic
I Believe in Nashville® design, this is Nashville’s premier apparel brand
whose work can be seen on
like Miranda Lambert and the Foo
Fighters. Everything they make is
designed and created in Nashville.
12-6 pm Tue.-Sat., 12-4 pm Sun.
dcxvindustries.com
accessories in fun Berry Hill. Look
for the big red purse! 10 am-5:45 pm
Mon.-Sat. designerrenaissance.com
615-522-0610. Local boutique style
accessories are $10. Great fashion
and handbags at a value. 10 am-
5:30 pm Mon.-Sat., 10 am-4 pm Sun.
ensemblenashville.com
FLIP , 1100 Eighth Ave. S.,
1016 Eighth Ave. S., 615-256-3547 .Nashville’s premier men’s and
women’s consignment stores
and accessories. Only 1 mile from
downtown with plenty of free parking.
10 am-7 pm Mon.-Sat. hip2flip.com
H. Audrey , 4027 Hillsboro Pk.,
Ste. 703, 615-760-5701. Voted
by the Nashville Scene. We’ve got
everything you need to be your most
stylish self. Clothing, shoes, jewelry
and more! 10 am-7 pm Mon.-Sat.,
12-6 pm Sun. haudrey.com
714-580-9909. Offering our full
collection of unique, handcrafted
and inspirational jewelry, limited-
edition handmade pieces and
with love in Nashville! 10 am-6 pm
Mon.-Sat., 12-5 pm Sun. islandcowgirl.com
Judith Bright , 2307 12th Ave. S.,
615-269-5600. Designer handmade
fashioned from 14K-gold-filled,
semiprecious stones in various
12-6 pm Sun. judithbright.com
615-724-5464. Established in 1912,
name in the jewelry industry for more
than 100 years. 10 am-6 pm Mon.-Fri.,
10 am-5 pm Sat. kings1912.com
Lucchese Bootmaker ,
Nashville is the third flagship for
the renowned American luxury
equestrian and Western boot
12-6 pm Sun. lucchese.com
615-383-3300. Macy’s invites you to
stop by our store and receive your
exclusive Visitor Savings Pass, good
for 10 percent off thousands of items
throughout the store. 10 am-9 pm
Mon.-Wed., 9 am-7 pm Thu., 10 am-
10 pm Fri.-Sat., 11 am-7 pm Sun.
visitmacysusa.com
of downtown Nashville and one
block past Belle Meade Plantation.
Featuring Dan Post, Lucchese,
and shop with the locals! 9 am-5 pm
Mon.-Sat. nashvilleboots.com
615-248-3310. A luxury Italian
footwear company based in
Nashville. We offer handcrafted
footwear, bags and accessories
curated alongside imported furniture
Mon.-Sat. peternappi.com
615-345-7149. Downtown Nashville’s
premier boutique offering fine
fine details for the home. Located in
the award-winning Hermitage Hotel.
Lucchese Bootmaker
facebook.com /RachelsBoutiqueAt
176 Second Ave. N., Ste. 100,
615-251-0004. Everything in the
store is $10! The district’s premier shopping destination for fashion
jewelry, accessories, hats,
11 am-7 pm Fri.-Sat.
featuring food, entertainment and
five department stores and more
than 165 specialty stores. Located
15 miles south of Nashville.
coolspringsgalleria.com
30 miles from Nashville and offers
impressive savings at more than
60 outlets, including Ann Taylor
Factory Store, Brooks Brothers,
Off I-40, Exit 238. 10 am-9 pm
Mon.-Sat., 10 am-7 pm Sun.
premiumoutlets.com /lebanon
2126 Abbott Martin Rd.,
615-298-5478. The Midsouth’s
MALLS
exclusive shops like The North Face,
Louis Vuitton, Free People, Tory Burch
and more. 10 am-9 pm Mon.-Sat.,
12-6 pm Sun. sho pgreenhills.com
Opry Mills , 433 Opry Mills Dr., 615-514-1100. Tennessee’s largest
outlet and value shopping destination.
Retail mix includes Bass Pro Shop,
H&M, Saks Fifth Avenue OFF 5TH,
J.Crew Factory, LEGO, Tommy
10 am-9 pm Mon.-Sat.,
Advertising Partner,
The District , Second Ave. &
the heart of Nashville. Located on
the banks of the Cumberland River,
these century-old Victorian buildings
house chic restaurants, hip
nightclubs and trendy shops.
of Donelson and Hermitage are
located approximately 10 miles east
of downtown Nashville. Bordered
Old Hickory and Percy Priest lakes,
our community is truly the Gateway
to Music City. d-hchamber.com
Hill Center Green Hills ,
4015 Hillsboro Dr., 615-252-8101.
shopping destination, Hill Center
lifestyle center anchored by
Anthropologie and Whole Foods
and five restaurants.
615-726-5867 . A historic African- American business and shopping
district featuring an eclectic mix of
options ranging from art galleries to
salons. jum pto jefferson.com
615-327-1010. One of Nashville’s most
creative communities – including
Live music, shopping, camping,
most unique Nashville attractions are
located here, too. The place people
roam to have fun Nashville-style!
nashvillemusicvalley.com
615-880-2001. Open year round.
nashvillefarmersmarket.org
615-260-3082. Sends the best
that Nashville has to offer to your doorstep each month. Batch is also
perfect for events, providing VIP
and attendee gift boxes, all of which
SOUVENIRS & GIFTS
Opry Mills
around Middle Tennessee. batchnashville.com
4125 Whites Creek Pk.,
style candies, candles, Barbara
Records artist music CDs, Fontanel
memorabilia and more. Also serves
as the Fontanel ticketing box office. 8:30 am-5 pm daily. fontanel.com
George Jones Museum ,
The voice of George Jones
continues to reign as one of country
music’s most hallowed instruments.
Fans will have a chance to get a
never-before-seen look into the life
and career of the musical icon.
10 am-10 pm daily.
the Nashville Visitor Center in the
glass tower of the Bridgestone Arena,
offers a large selection of music-
themed gifts, original Nashville tees,
locally made food items and much
more. Gifts are also available online.
8 am-5:30 pm Mon.-Sat., 10 am-5 pm
Sun. visitmusiccity.com /visitorcenter
Nashville Visitor Center &
615-259-4730. The Marketplace
Commerce Street, offers a large
selection of music-themed gifts,
original Nashville tees, locally
Gifts are also available online.
8 am-5 pm Mon.-Fri.
Lower Broadway, Opry Originals
contemporary culture for a shopping
experience like no other. 10 am-9 pm
Mon.-Sat., 11 am-7 pm Sun.
sho p.o pry.com
615-327-9894. Music City’s original
local artisan brand that reflects the
national award-winning artistry
9 am-5:30 pm Mon.-Fri., 11 am-4 pm Sat.
spiritofnashville.com
largest souvenir stores, featuring
country music- related merchandise.
Sun. willienelsongeneralstore.com Advertising Partner, p. 39
The Cupcake Collection ,
well. We bake our cupcakes daily
from scratch using the best natural
ingredients we can find. We also
make our icings in house, and promise to keep them free from
lard and shortening. 9 am-5:30 pm
Mon.-Fri., 11 am-4 pm Sun.
thecupcakecollection.com
615-490-6685. Invented in 1912 in a
copper kettle at the Standard Candy
Co. right here in Nashville, the Goo Goo
Cluster is the world’s first combination
candy bar. Open daily. googoo.com
Our on-farm market features a wide
variety of fruits, flowers, vegetables
and herbs using organic and holistic
methods. Also offers the area’s finest
meats, cheeses, eggs, honey, and
other local and regional gourmet
products. 9 am-6 pm Wed.-Fri.,
9 am-3 pm Sat., 12-4 pm Sun.
greendoorgourmet.com
615-254-5030. Come experience a
fourth-generation candy store and
Maker’s Mark bourbon or Leon’s
classic maple praline. 10 am-5 pm
Mon.-Thu., 10 am-6 pm Fri.-Sat.
leonscandy.com
shops offering unique Nashville-
commemorate your visit or share
with family and friends. A must-see
while in town. 7 am-9 pm Sun.-Sat.
lovelesscafe.com
134 Cashion Rd., Lynchburg,
931-759-7441. Gourmet whiskey cakes
in many local publications and TV
shows. Our products are made in
Lynchburg on our farm with 100
percent United States ingredients.
storefront based in East Nashville, specializing in handcrafted cake
pops, cakes, cupcakes, French
for weddings, special occasions,
just because. 11 am-6 pm Tue.-Fri.,
9 am-4 pm Sat. nashvillesweets.com
Olive & Sinclair Chocolate Co. ,
1628 Fatherland St., 615-262-3007 .
Handcrafted by native Nashvillians
bean-to-bar chocolate maker in
Tennessee. 10 am-5 pm Thu.-Sat.
oliveandsinclair.com
Rocket Fizz Soda Pop & Candy
Shop , 201 Second Ave. N.,
615-730-8085. On entering the store,
you will be transported to a different place and time with childhood
memories of music, candy and soda
pop. The store is blazing with color
and surrounded by music and lights.
10 am-9 pm Sun.-Thu., 10 am-11 pm
Fri.-Sat. rocketfizz.com
fresh-made candies, ice cream,
gelato and treats that are created daily right within the store. Opens
at 11 am daily. savannahcandy.com
Schakolad Chocolate Factory ,
Franklin, 615-771-5077 . Signature
retail store. Custom-molded engraved
corporate logos, favors, fountains,
experience, recipes, artistry and
Southernaire Market ,
Combines the style, hospitality
neighborhood grocery with the
needs of downtown Nashville.
10:30 am-5:30 pm Mon.-Sat. ,
salads, soups, fresh-made breads,
delicious pastries, espresso drinks
cookware. 11 am-11 pm Mon.-Sun.
table3nashville.com
615-295-4137 . A family-owned
to create small-batch, handcrafted
candies, including almond toffee,
gourmet caramels and pecan
12-3 pm Sun. walkercreektoffee.com
Wolfe of the History Channel’s top-
rated program, American Pickers,
turn-of-the-century automobile factory,
antiques, vintage items, folk art and
Antique Archaeology merchandise.
antiquearchaeology.com
615-298-5149. Specializing in custom
picture framing, professional design,
custom mirrors and large-volume
bellemeadeframers.com
Ste. 208, 615-750-3741. The main goal
is to provide a wide array of quality work
and exceptional customer service for
clients, all within a comfortable and
welcoming environment. 12-9 pm
330 Franklin Rd., Brentwood,
615-373-9463. Offering a diverse
mix of products with more than 100 high-alcohol beers, 140 California
chardonnays and 150-plus California
9 am-10 pm Fri.-Sat.
615-460-0053. A Nashville-based
up modern, eclectic and handmade
products. 10 am-7 pm Mon.-Sat.,
1-5 pm Sun. sho pcadeaunashville.com
SPECIALTY SHOPS
of Fame® and Museum ,
classic men’s and women’s clothing
brands. You’ll also find seasonal
items and a wide selection of
jewelry. 9:30 am-6 pm daily.
countrymusichalloffame.org/
with the BBB. Specialties are event
florals, simple designs or high-style,
edgy selections and every thing in between. Reliable. 8 am-5:30 pm
Mon.-Fri., 9 am-3 pm Sat.
emmasflowers.com
615-577-7710. The Hatch Show Print
store features a wide assortment of
iconic and newly designed prints and
posters, as well as cards, Hatch logo
apparel and more. Own a piece of
history. 9:30 am-6 pm Sun.-Wed.,
9:30 am-8 pm Thu.-Sat. hatchshow print.com
Advertising Partner, p. 26,
Ilex … for flowers , 601 Eighth Ave. S.,
615-736-5200. In business since 1985
and striving to create modern and
unique floral arrangements using only
premium cut flowers. Worked events
such as the CMAs, American Heart
Association’s Go Red Event and the
SESAC Awards. 9 am-5 pm Mon.-Fri.,
9 am-12 pm Sat. ile xforflowers.com
Midtown Wine & Spirits ,
8 am-10 pm Mon.-Wed., 8 am-11 pm
Thu.-Fri., 8:30 am-11 pm Sat.
midtownwineands pirits.com
Nashville Armory ,
4290 Kenilwood Dr., 615-730- 8054.Featuring 15,000 square feet of retail
showroom, classrooms and state-of-
facility ranks as one of the largest
and most advanced firearm facilities
in the country. 9 am-8 pm Mon.-Sat.,
11 am-7 pm Sun. nashvillearmory.com
OSHi Floral Decor Studio ,
Perri Crutcher has cultivated a
unique style of design, tradition
and purpose using natural materials,
creating a fusion of craft and
cultivated treasures. He specializes
original floral compositions and
9 am-1 pm Sat., by appointment
only Sun. oshiflowers.com
run by survivors of trafficking and
addiction. By hand, the women
create natural bath and body
products. Purchases directly benefit
Mon., Wed. and Fri., 9 am-12 pm Tue.
and Thu. thistlefarms.org
615-254-7999. Fun lifestyle boutique
collection of hip clothing, jewelry,
accessories, unique gifts and
premium guitars in our guitar vault.
Great shopping experience for the
whole family. 10 am-8 pm Mon.-Thu.,
10 am-9 pm Fri.-Sat., 11 am-6 pm Sun.
twooldhip pies.com
A general store for the modern-day
tastemaker. Whether you need dog food, cozy throws, French antiques,
great sunglasses, organic popcorn
10 am-6 pm Mon.-Sat., 11 am-5 pm
Sun. whitesmercantile.com
bedding, carriers, custom artwork,
grooming services available by
12-6 pm Sun. winstondog.net
The Christie Cookie Company ,
Founded in 1983 in the heart of
Music City. Driven by the pursuit of the perfect cookie, the company’s
signature gourmet treats are hand-
measured with quality ingredients,
and premium chocolates.
in the Americana tradition by local
craftsmen in Lynnville (population 327). colonellittleton.com
UNIQUELY NASHVILLE ONLINE RETAILERS
Nashville’s unique artisan creations.
Featuring 100 percent locally
Nashville experience nationwide.
Ste. 116, 615-669- 8480. Locally
screen-printed T-shirts, tank tops,
bandanas, aprons, wine bags,
Music City Marketplace ,
615-259-4730. Shop the Music City
Marketplace store for an authentic, unique selection of gifts inspired by
Nashville itself. Features locally
made goods and Nashville-themed
products including books, food,
615-507-9022. A premium milk
of a guitar and packaged in its own
miniature guitar case. Perfect as a
memento from your trip to Nashville
or as a marketing tool or gift.
nashvilleguitarbar.com
#325, 615-431-3686 . A lifestyle brand
featuring apparel and merchandise
the passion of Nashville with graphic
designing, screen-printing and
in Nashville. originalnashville.com
Ste. 200, Franklin, 615-630-7100.
Established 1996. paddywax.com
OH, 800-848-9452. Find Durango
Mr. Hat’s Boot Company.
durangoboot.com
615-973-4813. A nonprofit
support to various community
stringsforho pe.org
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SPORTS & RECREATION
Belmont University ,
Franklin American Mortgage
Ste. 1910, 615-743-3130. Founded
college football game featuring
an SEC-versus-ACC matchup is
broadcast nationally on ESPN,
musiccitybowl.com
615-966-5668. A member of NCAA
Division I and competes in the
Atlantic Sun Conference.
Christian university with
approximately 2,400 students.
Visitors are invited to participate in its
dynamic music, athletic and cultural events, which are listed on the
university’s website. trevecca.edu
Conference. Competing in 16
COLLEGIATE SPORTS outing for both

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