United States

Nashville

Music City hums with honky-tonks, hot chicken and history.

Local time: UTC-6
Population: 0.7M
Safety

Cost of a day

$$$$$

Expensive

Food$$$$$About $70 a day: light breakfast, cheap lunch, mid-range dinner
Stay$$$$$3-star hotel about $182 a night for two
Transport$$$$$About $8.0 a day: 4 public transit rides

Exchange rate

🇺🇸 USD =

Rates from 2026-10-23, refreshed monthly.

Getting in

BNANashville International AirportMain hub, about 11 km from downtown.

How	Cost	Time
MTA Route 18 busDowntown	$2-3	35-45 min
Hourly, roughly 7AM-10PM; schedules at the baggage-claim Welcome Center.
Uber / LyftDowntown	$15-25	15-25 min
Wait on Level 1 outside the main terminal.
TaxiDowntown	$25-35	15-25 min
Metered; confirm the fare before you ride.
Rental carCitywide	$40-80 per day	15-25 min
All major agencies are at the airport.

Estimates, checked October 2026. Wikivoyage: Nashville

Getting around

Walk downtown; use rideshare or a rental car for everything else.

MetroNo metro or tram. Don't plan around rail inside the city.
BusMTA buses cover downtown and the airport. Route 18 links BNA to downtown hourly, about 35 minutes.
Taxi / ride apps ★Taxis are common downtown. Uber and Lyft both operate, with dedicated airport pickup areas.
Rental car ★A private car is the main way around. Highways run 55–70 mph but slow in traffic.
WalkingDowntown is walkable. Outside it the city sprawls and sidewalks are patchy.
TrainThe Music City Star commuter train runs from Riverfront Station to Lebanon. Useful for commuters, not most sights.
FerryNo ferry service for visitors.
Bike / scooterBikes and scooters work for short downtown hops.

Recommended stay★ 1 night (2 days)

One night covers the Country Music Hall of Fame, Ryman, and Broadway evening in one day, so a second night isn't needed for food or extra music.

Best for

CultureCountry music halls, studios and the art museum.
FoodHot chicken, meat-and-three plates and honky-tonk bars.

Weather by month

9°-1°Jan🌧 12d

12°2°Feb🌧 13d

16°5°Mar🌧 14d

20°9°Apr🌧 12d

26°15°May🌧 13d

30°20°Jun🌧 14d

32°22°Jul🌧 17d

30°21°Aug🌧 15d

28°18°Sep🌧 9d

23°12°Oct🌧 9d

16°6°Nov🌧 9d

12°3°Dec🌧 11d

Average daily high / low (°C), sea temperature and rainy days. Typical figures, not a forecast.

Climate

Humid subtropical: hot, sticky summers with afternoon storms, and mild-to-cold winters. Spring and autumn are the sweet spots.

Best time: April to May and September to OctoberHighs around 20–28°C with comfortable evenings. Ideal for walking downtown and outdoor music.
Summer is hot and humid (June to August)Highs near 30–32°C with muggy air. Do outdoor sights in the morning; rest indoors at midday.
Summer stormsJuly and August bring the most rain days, around 15–17. Storms are often short but heavy; carry a small umbrella.
Winter is cold but shortJanuary highs near 9°C and lows around -1°C. A warm coat and layers are needed for evening walks.
Rain is spread through the yearMost months see 9–17 rain days. Spring has more rain days than autumn, so pack a light rain jacket.
What to packLight breathable clothes and sunscreen for summer; a rain jacket; a warm coat and layers for December to February; comfortable shoes for walking downtown.

Landmarks 7

Must-see · 7

1
Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum
The definitive museum of country music, with gold records, stage costumes and instruments from the genre's biggest stars. Book tickets online in advance and allow at least two to three hours; it sits downtown near the honky-tonks.
2
Ryman Auditorium
The historic former home of the Grand Ole Opry, famed for its acoustics and pew seating. Check the schedule for concerts or take a daytime tour; it is a short walk from Broadway.
3
Grand Ole Opry
The long-running live country music radio show and a Nashville institution. Shows are at the Opry House outside downtown, so plan transport and buy tickets well ahead.
4
Johnny Cash Museum
A compact downtown museum devoted to the Man in Black, with memorabilia and personal items. It is popular and small, so go early in the day to avoid crowds.
5
Belle Meade Historic Site
A preserved plantation estate with a mansion, grounds and a winery, offering a window into the region's history. It is a drive from downtown, so allow half a day and check tour times.
6
Cheekwood Estate & Gardens
A botanical garden and art estate with seasonal displays and a historic mansion. Spring and autumn are the best times to visit; it is south of downtown and easiest by car.
7
Vanderbilt University
A well-known university campus with leafy grounds near the city center. It is a pleasant walk-through stop, especially combined with nearby neighborhoods.

Cultural

Museum 3

Garden 1

University 1

Activities

Theater 2

Plans

Nashville rewards visitors with live music on every corner, a booming food scene and deep country-music heritage. Pick how long you have and what you enjoy most. Prices checked October 2026; ≈ marks estimates.

How long?

What do you enjoy most?

Day trip · Culture

One full day of Nashville music history, all indoors and walkable from Downtown.

Stay: Downtown. Walk to Broadway honky-tonks, the Country Music Hall of Fame and the riverfront. Noisier and pricier on weekends.

Tickets & tours: ≈ USD 0
Taxis: ≈ USD 60

Day 1

Music history morning, honky-tonk evening

Tickets ≈ USD 0 pp · taxis ≈ USD 60

Approximate route · map © OpenStreetMap contributors

Taxi from your hotel · 863 m · ≈ 7 min · ≈ USD 10
1

09:00–11:30 · Admission varies; check the official site

Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum

Start when doors open. Allow two to three hours.

Open Daily, roughly 09:00–17:00 — check on the day · Source
Taxi · 468 m · ≈ 6 min · ≈ USD 10
2

11:45–12:45 · Admission varies; check the official site

Johnny Cash Museum

Short walk away. Compact museum, about an hour.

Open Daily — check on the day · Source
Taxi · 891 m · ≈ 7 min · ≈ USD 10
3

13:00–14:00 · Pay per stall; prices vary

Nashville food hall (check current options)

Lunch. Options change, so check on the day.

Open Mostly lunch and dinner daily — check on the day
Taxi · 868 m · ≈ 7 min · ≈ USD 10
4

14:30–16:00 · Self-guided tour and show prices vary; check the official site

Ryman Auditorium Landmark quest

Afternoon tour. Evening shows on many nights — check on the day.

Open Daily, roughly 09:00–16:00 for tours; evening shows on many nights — check on the day · Source
Taxi · 814 m · ≈ 7 min · ≈ USD 10
5

19:00–21:00 · Cover or ticket prices vary; check the venue

Songwriter listening room or small venue

Songwriter set. Book ahead and check start times.

Open Evenings — check on the day
Taxi back to your hotel · 840 m · ≈ 7 min · ≈ USD 10

Day trip · Food

A day built around Southern breakfast, hot chicken and the Broadway strip.

Stay: Downtown. Walk to Broadway honky-tonks, the Country Music Hall of Fame and the riverfront. Noisier and pricier on weekends.

Tickets & tours: ≈ USD 0
Taxis: ≈ USD 68

Day 1

Biscuits, hot chicken and honky-tonks

Tickets ≈ USD 0 pp · taxis ≈ USD 68

Approximate route · map © OpenStreetMap contributors

Taxi from your hotel · 1182 m · ≈ 8 min · ≈ USD 10
1

08:30–09:30 · Moderate; prices vary by place

Biscuit and Southern breakfast spot

Go early; queues build later.

Open Mostly breakfast and lunch — check on the day
Taxi · 727 m · ≈ 7 min · ≈ USD 10
2

10:00–11:00 · Free to walk

The Gulch neighbourhood walk

Short ride from Downtown. Cafes and shops open later in the morning.

Open Always open; shops and cafes have their own hours
Taxi · 6 km · ≈ 19 min · ≈ USD 14
3

12:30–13:30 · Moderate; prices vary by place

Hot chicken lunch

Lunch in East Nashville. Pick your heat level carefully.

Open Lunch and dinner — check on the day
Taxi · 1235 m · ≈ 8 min · ≈ USD 10
4

14:00–15:00 · Moderate; prices vary by place

East Nashville coffee and vintage shops

Coffee and vintage shops nearby. Mostly daytime hours.

Open Mostly daytime — check on the day
Taxi · 5 km · ≈ 17 min · ≈ USD 13
5

17:00–19:00 · Free to walk; drinks and cover charges vary by bar

Broadway honky-tonk strip

Bars get busy from late afternoon. Bring ID.

Open Bars busiest from afternoon into late night
Taxi back to your hotel · 455 m · ≈ 6 min · ≈ USD 10

Day trip · History

Museums and monuments by day, a classic stage show at night.

Stay: Downtown. Walk to Broadway honky-tonks, the Country Music Hall of Fame and the riverfront. Noisier and pricier on weekends.

Tickets & tours: ≈ USD 0
Taxis: ≈ USD 95

Day 1

Cash, the Parthenon and the Opry

Tickets ≈ USD 0 pp · taxis ≈ USD 95

Approximate route · map © OpenStreetMap contributors

Taxi from your hotel · 456 m · ≈ 6 min · ≈ USD 10
1

09:30–10:30 · Admission varies; check the official site

Johnny Cash Museum

Morning is quieter. Check hours on the day.

Open Daily — check on the day · Source
2

11:00–12:30 · Self-guided tour and show prices vary; check the official site

Ryman Auditorium Landmark quest

Tour the old Opry house. About 90 minutes.

Open Daily, roughly 09:00–16:00 for tours; evening shows on many nights — check on the day · Source
Taxi · 415 m · ≈ 6 min · ≈ USD 10
3

13:00–13:30 · Budget fast-food seafood; check local menu prices

Captain D's Landmark quest

Quick lunch. Branch hours vary — check on the day.

Open Varies by branch — check on the day · Source
Taxi · 4 km · ≈ 15 min · ≈ USD 11
4

14:30–16:00 · Park free; museum admission varies — check the official site

The Parthenon and Centennial Park

Park is always open; museum hours vary — check on the day.

Open Park open daily; museum hours vary — check on the day · Source
Taxi · 16 km · ≈ 45 min · ≈ USD 36
5

19:00–21:30 · Tickets vary by show and seat; check the official site for current prices

Grand Ole Opry Landmark quest

Evening show. Book ahead; show nights vary.

Open Show nights vary; box office and backstage tours run most days — check on the day · Source
Taxi back to your hotel · 12 km · ≈ 35 min · ≈ USD 28

1 night · Culture ★ Recommended length

One music-filled day: the big museums and a show, with a neighbourhood walk in between.

Stay: Downtown. Walk to Broadway honky-tonks, the Country Music Hall of Fame and the riverfront. Noisier and pricier on weekends.

Tickets & tours: ≈ USD 0
Taxis: ≈ USD 70
Hotel: USD 180–420

Day 1

Museums, riverfront and a show

Tickets ≈ USD 0 pp · taxis ≈ USD 70

Approximate route · map © OpenStreetMap contributors

Taxi from your hotel · 863 m · ≈ 7 min · ≈ USD 10
1

09:30–12:00 · Admission varies; check the official site

Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum

Start when doors open. Allow two to three hours.

Open Daily, roughly 09:00–17:00 — check on the day · Source
Taxi · 468 m · ≈ 6 min · ≈ USD 10
2

12:15–13:15 · Admission varies; check the official site

Johnny Cash Museum

A short walk away. Check hours on the day.

Open Daily — check on the day · Source
Taxi · 891 m · ≈ 7 min · ≈ USD 10
3

13:30–14:30 · Pay per stall; prices vary

Nashville food hall (check current options)

Lunch. Options change — check on the day.

Open Mostly lunch and dinner daily — check on the day
Taxi · 868 m · ≈ 7 min · ≈ USD 10
4

15:00–16:30 · Self-guided tour and show prices vary; check the official site

Ryman Auditorium Landmark quest

Afternoon tour. Book ahead if a show is on that night.

Open Daily, roughly 09:00–16:00 for tours; evening shows on many nights — check on the day · Source
Taxi · 580 m · ≈ 6 min · ≈ USD 10
5

17:00–17:45 · Free

Cumberland Riverfront and pedestrian bridge

Walk the pedestrian bridge at sunset.

Open Always open
Taxi · 1362 m · ≈ 8 min · ≈ USD 10
6

19:30–21:30 · Cover or ticket prices vary; check the venue

Songwriter listening room or small venue

Evening songwriter set. Check listings and book ahead.

Open Evenings — check on the day
Taxi back to your hotel · 840 m · ≈ 7 min · ≈ USD 10

1 night · Food ★ Recommended length

Eat your way through Nashville: biscuits, hot chicken, the Gulch and Broadway.

Stay: Downtown. Walk to Broadway honky-tonks, the Country Music Hall of Fame and the riverfront. Noisier and pricier on weekends.

Tickets & tours: ≈ USD 0
Taxis: ≈ USD 70
Hotel: USD 180–420

Day 1

Breakfast, hot chicken and honky-tonks

Tickets ≈ USD 0 pp · taxis ≈ USD 70

Approximate route · map © OpenStreetMap contributors

Taxi from your hotel · 1182 m · ≈ 8 min · ≈ USD 10
1

08:30–09:30 · Moderate; prices vary by place

Biscuit and Southern breakfast spot

Go early to beat the line. Check hours on the day.

Open Mostly breakfast and lunch — check on the day
Taxi · 6 km · ≈ 20 min · ≈ USD 15
2

10:00–11:00 · Moderate; prices vary by place

East Nashville coffee and vintage shops

Coffee and vintage shops in East Nashville.

Open Mostly daytime — check on the day
Taxi · 1235 m · ≈ 8 min · ≈ USD 10
3

12:30–13:30 · Moderate; prices vary by place

Hot chicken lunch

Lunch. Order mild if it is your first time.

Open Lunch and dinner — check on the day
Taxi · 6 km · ≈ 19 min · ≈ USD 14
4

14:30–15:30 · Free to walk

The Gulch neighbourhood walk

Walk off lunch. Shops have their own hours.

Open Always open; shops and cafes have their own hours
5

18:00–19:30 · Moderate to higher; prices vary by place

The Gulch restaurants and bars

Dinner. Book ahead on weekends.

Open Lunch through late evening — check on the day
Taxi · 2 km · ≈ 10 min · ≈ USD 10
6

20:00–22:00 · Free to walk; drinks and cover charges vary by bar

Broadway honky-tonk strip

Bars get busy late. Live music most nights.

Open Bars busiest from afternoon into late night
Taxi back to your hotel · 455 m · ≈ 6 min · ≈ USD 10

1 night · History ★ Recommended length

Nashville's past in one day: the Ryman, Music Row and the Parthenon.

Stay: Downtown. Walk to Broadway honky-tonks, the Country Music Hall of Fame and the riverfront. Noisier and pricier on weekends.

Tickets & tours: ≈ USD 0
Taxis: ≈ USD 63
Hotel: USD 180–420

Day 1

Ryman, Music Row and the Parthenon

Tickets ≈ USD 0 pp · taxis ≈ USD 63

Approximate route · map © OpenStreetMap contributors

Taxi from your hotel · 415 m · ≈ 6 min · ≈ USD 10
1

09:30–11:00 · Self-guided tour and show prices vary; check the official site

Ryman Auditorium Landmark quest

Morning tour. Check tour times on the day.

Open Daily, roughly 09:00–16:00 for tours; evening shows on many nights — check on the day · Source
Taxi · 3 km · ≈ 11 min · ≈ USD 10
2

11:30–12:15 · Free to walk

Music Row walk

Walk past the studios. Weekday daytime is best.

Open Always open
Taxi · 1229 m · ≈ 8 min · ≈ USD 10
3

12:30–13:30 · Free to walk the campus

Vanderbilt University Landmark quest

Short campus walk. Buildings have their own hours.

Open Campus grounds open daily; buildings have their own hours · Source
Taxi · 4 km · ≈ 14 min · ≈ USD 10
4

13:45–14:15 · Budget fast-food seafood; check local menu prices

Captain D's Landmark quest

Quick lunch. Branch hours vary — check on the day.

Open Varies by branch — check on the day · Source
Taxi · 4 km · ≈ 15 min · ≈ USD 11
5

15:00–16:30 · Park free; museum admission varies — check the official site

The Parthenon and Centennial Park

Park is always open; museum hours vary — check on the day.

Open Park open daily; museum hours vary — check on the day · Source
6

16:45–17:45 · Free

Centennial Park walk

Easy loop around the lake before dinner.

Open Open daily from morning to evening
Taxi back to your hotel · 4 km · ≈ 15 min · ≈ USD 12

2 nights · Culture

First-timers who want the big music sights plus an easy neighbourhood wander each day.

Stay: Downtown. Walk to Broadway honky-tonks, the Country Music Hall of Fame and the riverfront. Noisier and pricier on weekends.

Tickets & tours: ≈ USD 0
Taxis: ≈ USD 169
Hotel: USD 360–840

Day 1

Arrive, Country Music Hall of Fame and Broadway

Tickets ≈ USD 0 pp · taxis ≈ USD 30

Approximate route · map © OpenStreetMap contributors

Taxi from your hotel · 863 m · ≈ 7 min · ≈ USD 10
1

13:00–15:30 · Admission varies; check the official site

Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum

Start here for the story behind the music. Roughly 09:00–17:00 — check on the day.

Open Daily, roughly 09:00–17:00 — check on the day · Source
Taxi · 468 m · ≈ 6 min · ≈ USD 10
2

16:00–17:00 · Admission varies; check the official site

Johnny Cash Museum

Short walk away. Daily — check on the day.

Open Daily — check on the day · Source
3

18:00–20:00 · Free to walk; drinks and cover charges vary by bar

Broadway honky-tonk strip

Live music from the afternoon. Bars get busy late.

Open Bars busiest from afternoon into late night
Taxi back to your hotel · 455 m · ≈ 6 min · ≈ USD 10

Day 2

Ryman, Music Row and a listening room

Tickets ≈ USD 0 pp · taxis ≈ USD 61

Approximate route · map © OpenStreetMap contributors

Taxi from your hotel · 415 m · ≈ 6 min · ≈ USD 10
1

09:30–11:00 · Self-guided tour and show prices vary; check the official site

Ryman Auditorium Landmark quest

Morning tour. Tours roughly 09:00–16:00 — check on the day.

Open Daily, roughly 09:00–16:00 for tours; evening shows on many nights — check on the day · Source
Taxi · 3 km · ≈ 11 min · ≈ USD 10
2

11:30–12:15 · Free to walk

Music Row walk

Short taxi or rideshare from Downtown.

Open Always open
Taxi · 1229 m · ≈ 8 min · ≈ USD 10
3

12:30–13:30 · Free to walk the campus

Vanderbilt University Landmark quest

Campus next to Music Row. Grounds open daily.

Open Campus grounds open daily; buildings have their own hours · Source
Taxi · 1458 m · ≈ 8 min · ≈ USD 10
4

14:00–15:00 · Free

Centennial Park walk

Walk the park; the Parthenon is here.

Open Open daily from morning to evening
Taxi · 4 km · ≈ 14 min · ≈ USD 11
5

19:00–21:00 · Cover or ticket prices vary; check the venue

Songwriter listening room or small venue

Songwriter set. Evenings — check on the day.

Open Evenings — check on the day
Taxi back to your hotel · 840 m · ≈ 7 min · ≈ USD 10

Day 3

Grand Ole Opry before you go

Tickets ≈ USD 0 pp · taxis ≈ USD 79

Approximate route · map © OpenStreetMap contributors

Taxi from your hotel · 1182 m · ≈ 8 min · ≈ USD 10
1

08:30–09:30 · Moderate; prices vary by place

Biscuit and Southern breakfast spot

Early breakfast. Mostly breakfast and lunch — check on the day.

Open Mostly breakfast and lunch — check on the day
Taxi · 727 m · ≈ 7 min · ≈ USD 10
2

10:30–11:30 · Free to walk

The Gulch neighbourhood walk

Photos and shops. Always open.

Open Always open; shops and cafes have their own hours
Taxi · 14 km · ≈ 39 min · ≈ USD 31
3

13:00–15:30 · Tickets vary by show and seat; check the official site for current prices

Grand Ole Opry Landmark quest

Backstage tour if no show fits. Show nights vary — check on the day.

Open Show nights vary; box office and backstage tours run most days — check on the day · Source
Taxi back to your hotel · 12 km · ≈ 35 min · ≈ USD 28

2 nights · Food

Visitors who plan the day around hot chicken, biscuits and honky-tonk bars.

Stay: Downtown. Walk to Broadway honky-tonks, the Country Music Hall of Fame and the riverfront. Noisier and pricier on weekends.

Tickets & tours: ≈ USD 0
Taxis: ≈ USD 173
Hotel: USD 360–840

Day 1

Arrive, food hall and Broadway

Tickets ≈ USD 0 pp · taxis ≈ USD 40

Approximate route · map © OpenStreetMap contributors

Taxi from your hotel · 970 m · ≈ 7 min · ≈ USD 10
1

13:00–14:00 · Pay per stall; prices vary

Nashville food hall (check current options)

Easy first lunch with options for everyone. Mostly lunch and dinner — check on the day.

Open Mostly lunch and dinner daily — check on the day
Taxi · 713 m · ≈ 7 min · ≈ USD 10
2

14:30–17:00 · Admission varies; check the official site

Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum

Walk off lunch. Roughly 09:00–17:00 — check on the day.

Open Daily, roughly 09:00–17:00 — check on the day · Source
Taxi · 431 m · ≈ 6 min · ≈ USD 10
3

18:00–20:00 · Free to walk; drinks and cover charges vary by bar

Broadway honky-tonk strip

Bars and food. Busiest from afternoon into late night.

Open Bars busiest from afternoon into late night
Taxi back to your hotel · 455 m · ≈ 6 min · ≈ USD 10

Day 2

East Nashville brunch and hot chicken

Tickets ≈ USD 0 pp · taxis ≈ USD 48

Approximate route · map © OpenStreetMap contributors

Taxi from your hotel · 5 km · ≈ 18 min · ≈ USD 14
1

09:30–10:30 · Moderate; prices vary by place

East Nashville coffee and vintage shops

Coffee and vintage shops. Mostly daytime — check on the day.

Open Mostly daytime — check on the day
2

11:00–12:30 · Free to walk; food and drinks extra

East Nashville neighbourhood walk

Neighbourhood walk. Cafes and bars keep their own hours.

Open Always open; cafes and bars have their own hours
Taxi · 1373 m · ≈ 8 min · ≈ USD 10
3

13:00–14:00 · Moderate; prices vary by place

Hot chicken lunch

Lunch. Ask for the spice level you can handle.

Open Lunch and dinner — check on the day
Taxi · 6 km · ≈ 19 min · ≈ USD 14
4

19:00–20:30 · Moderate to higher; prices vary by place

The Gulch restaurants and bars

Dinner. Lunch through late evening — check on the day.

Open Lunch through late evening — check on the day
Taxi back to your hotel · 2 km · ≈ 9 min · ≈ USD 10

Day 3

Biscuits, riverfront and a show

Tickets ≈ USD 0 pp · taxis ≈ USD 85

Approximate route · map © OpenStreetMap contributors

Taxi from your hotel · 1182 m · ≈ 8 min · ≈ USD 10
1

08:30–09:30 · Moderate; prices vary by place

Biscuit and Southern breakfast spot

Early breakfast. Mostly breakfast and lunch — check on the day.

Open Mostly breakfast and lunch — check on the day
Taxi · 2 km · ≈ 9 min · ≈ USD 10
2

10:30–11:15 · Free

Cumberland Riverfront and pedestrian bridge

Walk the pedestrian bridge. Always open.

Open Always open
Taxi · 580 m · ≈ 6 min · ≈ USD 10
3

12:00–13:30 · Self-guided tour and show prices vary; check the official site

Ryman Auditorium Landmark quest

Tour. Roughly 09:00–16:00 — check on the day.

Open Daily, roughly 09:00–16:00 for tours; evening shows on many nights — check on the day · Source
Taxi · 12 km · ≈ 34 min · ≈ USD 27
4

17:00–19:30 · Tickets vary by show and seat; check the official site for current prices

Grand Ole Opry Landmark quest

Evening show if one is on. Show nights vary — check on the day.

Open Show nights vary; box office and backstage tours run most days — check on the day · Source
Taxi back to your hotel · 12 km · ≈ 35 min · ≈ USD 28

2 nights · History

Travellers who want the Ryman, the Parthenon and the story of Music Row.

Stay: Downtown. Walk to Broadway honky-tonks, the Country Music Hall of Fame and the riverfront. Noisier and pricier on weekends.

Tickets & tours: ≈ USD 0
Taxis: ≈ USD 131
Hotel: USD 360–840

Day 1

Arrive, Ryman and the riverfront

Tickets ≈ USD 0 pp · taxis ≈ USD 40

Approximate route · map © OpenStreetMap contributors

Taxi from your hotel · 415 m · ≈ 6 min · ≈ USD 10
1

13:00–14:30 · Self-guided tour and show prices vary; check the official site

Ryman Auditorium Landmark quest

Afternoon tour. Roughly 09:00–16:00 — check on the day.

Open Daily, roughly 09:00–16:00 for tours; evening shows on many nights — check on the day · Source
2

15:00–16:00 · Admission varies; check the official site

Johnny Cash Museum

Short walk. Daily — check on the day.

Open Daily — check on the day · Source
Taxi · 538 m · ≈ 6 min · ≈ USD 10
3

16:30–17:15 · Free

Cumberland Riverfront and pedestrian bridge

Bridge and river views. Always open.

Open Always open
Taxi · 597 m · ≈ 6 min · ≈ USD 10
4

18:00–20:00 · Free to walk; drinks and cover charges vary by bar

Broadway honky-tonk strip

Dinner and live music.

Open Bars busiest from afternoon into late night
Taxi back to your hotel · 455 m · ≈ 6 min · ≈ USD 10

Day 2

Parthenon, Centennial Park and Music Row

Tickets ≈ USD 0 pp · taxis ≈ USD 51

Approximate route · map © OpenStreetMap contributors

Taxi from your hotel · 4 km · ≈ 15 min · ≈ USD 11
1

10:00–11:30 · Park free; museum admission varies — check the official site

The Parthenon and Centennial Park

Park open daily; museum hours vary — check on the day.

Open Park open daily; museum hours vary — check on the day · Source
2

11:45–12:45 · Free

Centennial Park walk

Walk the park and lake.

Open Open daily from morning to evening
Taxi · 2 km · ≈ 11 min · ≈ USD 10
3

13:00–13:45 · Free to walk

Music Row walk

Studios from the street. Always open.

Open Always open
Taxi · 1229 m · ≈ 8 min · ≈ USD 10
4

14:00–15:00 · Free to walk the campus

Vanderbilt University Landmark quest

Campus walk. Grounds open daily.

Open Campus grounds open daily; buildings have their own hours · Source
Taxi · 3 km · ≈ 12 min · ≈ USD 10
5

19:00–21:00 · Cover or ticket prices vary; check the venue

Songwriter listening room or small venue

Evening set. Check on the day.

Open Evenings — check on the day
Taxi back to your hotel · 840 m · ≈ 7 min · ≈ USD 10

Day 3

Country Music Hall of Fame before you go

Tickets ≈ USD 0 pp · taxis ≈ USD 40

Approximate route · map © OpenStreetMap contributors

Taxi from your hotel · 1182 m · ≈ 8 min · ≈ USD 10
1

08:30–09:30 · Moderate; prices vary by place

Biscuit and Southern breakfast spot

Early breakfast.

Open Mostly breakfast and lunch — check on the day
Taxi · 1090 m · ≈ 8 min · ≈ USD 10
2

10:00–12:30 · Admission varies; check the official site

Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum

Allow plenty of time. Roughly 09:00–17:00 — check on the day.

Open Daily, roughly 09:00–17:00 — check on the day · Source
Taxi · 2 km · ≈ 9 min · ≈ USD 10
3

13:00–14:00 · Free to walk

The Gulch neighbourhood walk

Lunch and a short walk. Always open.

Open Always open; shops and cafes have their own hours
Taxi back to your hotel · 2 km · ≈ 9 min · ≈ USD 10

Swap in instead

Add a day for the Grand Ole Opry and a backstage tour; check show nights on the day.
History fans can swap an afternoon for The Hermitage, Andrew Jackson's plantation home, a short drive east of the city.
Families can add a morning at the Adventure Science Center or a walk in Centennial Park around the full-size Parthenon.

Getting around

No metro or tram; the Music City Star commuter train runs from Riverfront Station to Lebanon.
MTA buses cover downtown and the airport; Route 18 links BNA to downtown hourly, about 35 min.
Taxis are common downtown; Uber and Lyft both operate, with dedicated airport pickup areas.
A private car is the main way around; highways run 55-70 mph but slow in traffic.
Downtown is walkable; outside it the city sprawls and sidewalks are patchy.
No ferry service for visitors; bikes and scooters work for short downtown hops.

Where to stay

Downtown · ≈ USD 180–420 a night
Walk to Broadway honky-tonks, the Country Music Hall of Fame and the riverfront. Noisier and pricier on weekends.
The Gulch · ≈ USD 170–380 a night
Trendy and walkable, a short ride from downtown. Good restaurants and bars, easy highway access.
Music Row · ≈ USD 140–320 a night
Quieter, near the studios and Vanderbilt. Close to midtown restaurants; a short drive downtown.
East Nashville · ≈ USD 130–300 a night
Best value and the local food and bar scene. Five to ten minutes by car or rideshare to downtown.

Food & drink

Try Nashville hot chicken: crispy fried chicken brushed with cayenne paste. Ask for the mild level first; the hottest is very hot.
Look for a meat-and-three: pick one meat and three vegetable sides, a Southern lunch staple, often under $15.
Broadway honky-tonks have live music most afternoons and evenings; many have no cover charge, but tip the band.
Brunch and biscuits are a local ritual; expect queues at popular spots on weekend mornings.
Prices vary widely. Budget about $15–25 for lunch and $30–60 for dinner per person, more downtown on weekends.

Tips

Visit the 'Honky Tonk Highway' on Lower Broadway for live music at any time of day
Try Nashville Hot Chicken — it is famous for its intense, creeping spice
Renting a car is essential if you plan to travel beyond the immediate downtown core
The city has an incredible, rapidly growing food and craft cocktail scene
Traffic can be very heavy on I-65 and I-40 during rush hours

Sources for prices and hours

Taxi costs are estimates from straight-line distance and the metered fare. Map positions are approximate.

Tours & activities

Take this tour to unlock 2 landmark quests

Ryman Auditorium

Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum

Loop around downtown's top sights at your own pace
Easy way to orient yourself on day one
1,912 reviews · 4.6 rating

Hop-on hop-offFlexible

Hop-on Hop-off Trolley Tour

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$54View tour

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Grand Ole Opry

See a live Opry performance
Experience Nashville's signature music venue
1,464 reviews · 4.8 rating

Entry includedLive show

Grand Ole Opry Show Ticket

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$59View tour

Take this tour to unlock 1 landmark quest

Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum

Explore country music history and artifacts
Skip-the-line access to the museum
1,223 reviews · 4.8 rating

Entry includedMuseum

Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum

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$32View tour

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Grand Ole Opry

Go behind the scenes at the Opry
See dressing rooms and the famous stage
588 reviews · 4.8 rating

Backstage accessGuided

Grand Ole Opry Backstage Tour

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$47View tour

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Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum

Tour historic RCA Studio B
Combine with the Hall of Fame museum
427 reviews · 4.8 rating

Combo ticketStudio visit

RCA Studio B & Country Music Hall of Fame Combo

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$55View tour

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Belle Meade Historic Site

Step inside the Belle Meade mansion
Learn the estate's history from a guide
80 reviews · 4.8 rating

Guided tourHistoric mansion

Belle Meade 45-Minute Historic Mansion Tour

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$33View tour

Souvenirs

Goo Goo Clusters chocolate

USD 10–20box of 3 to 6 pieces · shop prices

A peanut and caramel chocolate bar that started in Nashville. It is one of the city's best-known classic sweets.

Where: Goo Goo Chocolate Co., 3rd Avenue South

Buy a small box first, since the candy is sold in many sizes and boxes.

Nashville hot chicken dry rub

USD 8–15about 100 to 200 g · estimate

A spice blend that captures the fiery flavor of Nashville hot chicken. It comes sealed so you can season your own meat at home.

Where: Hattie B's official stores and merchandise sellers

Check that the package is sealed and buy from an official shop for the real blend.

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Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum

Ryman Auditorium

Grand Ole Opry

Johnny Cash Museum

Belle Meade Historic Site

Cheekwood Estate & Gardens

Vanderbilt University

Cultural

Museum 3

Garden 1

University 1

Activities

Theater 2

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Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum

Johnny Cash Museum

Nashville food hall (check current options)

Ryman Auditorium Landmark quest

Songwriter listening room or small venue

Biscuit and Southern breakfast spot

The Gulch neighbourhood walk

Hot chicken lunch

East Nashville coffee and vintage shops

Broadway honky-tonk strip

Johnny Cash Museum

Ryman Auditorium Landmark quest

Captain D's Landmark quest

The Parthenon and Centennial Park

Grand Ole Opry Landmark quest

Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum

Johnny Cash Museum

Nashville food hall (check current options)

Ryman Auditorium Landmark quest

Cumberland Riverfront and pedestrian bridge

Songwriter listening room or small venue

Biscuit and Southern breakfast spot

East Nashville coffee and vintage shops

Hot chicken lunch

The Gulch neighbourhood walk

The Gulch restaurants and bars

Broadway honky-tonk strip

Ryman Auditorium Landmark quest

Music Row walk

Vanderbilt University Landmark quest

Captain D's Landmark quest

The Parthenon and Centennial Park

Centennial Park walk

Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum

Johnny Cash Museum

Broadway honky-tonk strip

Ryman Auditorium Landmark quest

Music Row walk

Vanderbilt University Landmark quest

Centennial Park walk

Songwriter listening room or small venue

Biscuit and Southern breakfast spot

The Gulch neighbourhood walk

Grand Ole Opry Landmark quest

Nashville food hall (check current options)

Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum

Broadway honky-tonk strip

East Nashville coffee and vintage shops

East Nashville neighbourhood walk

Hot chicken lunch

The Gulch restaurants and bars

Biscuit and Southern breakfast spot

Cumberland Riverfront and pedestrian bridge

Ryman Auditorium Landmark quest

Grand Ole Opry Landmark quest

Ryman Auditorium Landmark quest

Johnny Cash Museum

Cumberland Riverfront and pedestrian bridge