Your Perfect 3-Day Itinerary for Nashville
Immerse yourself in "Music City," Nashville, the legendary home of country music, bustling honky-tonks, and warm Southern hospitality.
Nashville is served by its international airport and is a drive from several other Southern cities. Rideshares and a rental car work well; downtown Broadway is walkable. Spring and fall are the most comfortable; summer is hot and humid. Book the Grand Ole Opry, Ryman, and hot spots like the Bluebird Cafe ahead. Allow time for Broadway’s honky-tonks, the Country Music Hall of Fame, hot chicken, and neighbourhoods like The Gulch and 12 South. Consider a day trip to Jack Daniel’s or the surrounding countryside.
Discover the best landmarks, where to eat, and where to stay in Nashville.
Best Time to Visit Nashville
Spring
22°C / 10°C
Warm and blooming, occasional rain
Summer
32°C / 21°C
Hot and very humid
Fall
23°C / 11°C
Pleasantly warm, crisp evenings
Winter
10°C / 0°C
Cold, generally dry, rare light snow
Packing Lists for Nashville
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Day 1
Grand Ole Opry
Visitors come for daily tours & weekly live radio shows featuring classic & new country acts.
Morning activity: Grand Ole Opry.
Hattie B's Hot Chicken
Mild to very spicy fried chicken, Southern sides and local brews in a casual, counter-service eatery.
Lunch nearby: Hattie B's Hot Chicken.
Country Music Hall of Fame
Attraction tells the story of popular American music through artifacts & interactive exhibits.
Afternoon sightseeing: Country Music Hall of Fame.
The Southern Steak & Oyster
Diners come for wood-fired meats, Southern fried staples & the oyster bar at this trendy spot.
Dinner in the area: The Southern Steak & Oyster.
Broadway Honky Tonks
Bustling 3-story gathering place featuring traditional pub eats & regular live country music.
Evening experience: Broadway Honky Tonks.
Day 2
Ryman Auditorium
Known as the "Mother Church of Country Music," this venue hosts diverse concerts & daily tours.
Morning activity: Ryman Auditorium.
Martin's Bar-B-Que Joint
Big roadhouse-style eatery known for its whole-hog pit-fired BBQ with chicken, tacos, and burgers.
Lunch nearby: Martin's Bar-B-Que Joint.
The Parthenon
Built in 1897, this full-scale replica of the Athenian Parthenon also houses American art galleries.
Afternoon sightseeing: The Parthenon.
Husk
Regional ingredients cooked on an ember-fired grill create inventive southern meals in a historic mansion.
Dinner in the area: Husk.
Jack Daniel's Distillery Tour
This welcome center for a famous liquor producer offers guided tours & has artifacts on display.
Evening experience: Jack Daniel's Distillery Tour.
Day 3
RCA Studio B
Storied studio known for pioneering the "Nashville sound" & recording country music legends.
Morning activity: RCA Studio B.
Biscuit Love
Bright, bustling offshoot of a food truck known for locally sourced Southern breakfast and lunch fare.
Lunch nearby: Biscuit Love.
The Gulch
Afternoon sightseeing: The Gulch.
Bluebird Cafe
Reservations recommended at this tiny iconic club featuring up-&-coming & experienced songwriters.
Dinner in the area: Bluebird Cafe.
Belle Meade Historic Site
Greek Revival-style plantation house & grounds dating to the 1840s, with a winery & event spaces.
Evening experience: Belle Meade Historic Site.
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