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Nashville, so much to do #visitUS
Ryman Auditorium is one of Nashville, so much to do #visitUS.

1. Ryman Auditorium

9.5
116 5th Ave N, Nashville, TN
Music Venue · 175 tips and reviews

Jason D.Jason Dargavell: Shows at the Ryman are always great and we are proud to work with one of the best venues in the world! by: AEG...They are also ACM venue of the year & Pollstar theatre of the year.

Grand Ole Opry House is one of Nashville, so much to do #visitUS.

2. Grand Ole Opry House

9.3
2804 Opryland Dr (at Briley Pkwy), Nashville, TN
Music Venue · 113 tips and reviews

DeniseDenise: Home of the Grand Ole Opry, this venue is historic just as much as it is beautiful.

Exit/In is one of Nashville, so much to do #visitUS.

3. Exit/In

9.0
2208 Elliston Pl (Louise Ave), Nashville, TN
Music Venue · 26 tips and reviews

AEG TMGAEG TMG: All the big names started their career here at legendary Exit/In - great place to hang out and surrounded by awesome bars and restaurants that are open late.

The Bluebird Cafe is one of Nashville, so much to do #visitUS.

4. The Bluebird Cafe

8.7
4104 Hillsboro Pike, Nashville, TN
Music Venue · Green Hills · 73 tips and reviews

Poonam P.Poonam Patodia: Arrive early. Seats go fast. Once there sit back and enjoy the music with your fav beer.

The Rutledge is one of Nashville, so much to do #visitUS.

5. The Rutledge

410 4th Ave S (btw Franklin & Peabody Sts), Nashville, TN
Music Venue · 11 tips and reviews

Chris P.Chris Pruitt: By far the best live music venue in Nashville. When you are looking for a good place to catch a rock show, this is the place. Read more.

Mercy Lounge is one of Nashville, so much to do #visitUS.

6. Mercy Lounge

8.9
1 Cannery Row (at 8th Ave S), Nashville, TN
Rock Club · 36 tips and reviews

AEG TMGAEG TMG: Mercy lounge is one of the best place in Nashville to check out local indie acts as well as national acts. Their daily specials are to die for. Something exciting happening everyday.

Schermerhorn Symphony Center is one of Nashville, so much to do #visitUS.

7. Schermerhorn Symphony Center

9.4
1 Symphony Pl (4th Ave.), Nashville, TN
Concert Hall · 44 tips and reviews

Rex H.Rex Hammock: Music City is not just country music as this instantly classic venue is state-of-the-art and acoustically astounding home of the multiple Grammy winning Nashville Symphony.

Frist Art Museum is one of Nashville, so much to do #visitUS.

8. Frist Art Museum

8.8
919 Broadway (at 9th Ave S), Nashville, TN
Art Museum · 80 tips and reviews

Jason D.Jason Dargavell: With an exhibitions schedule that has new exhibits in the Art Deco building every 6 to 8 weeks, you will always see something new. Also has a wonderful Cafe and live music in the lobby.

Country Music Hall of Fame & Museum is one of Nashville, so much to do #visitUS.

9. Country Music Hall of Fame & Museum

8.9
222 5th Ave S (at Demonbreun St), Nashville, TN
Museum · 122 tips and reviews

Smithsonian ChannelSmithsonian Channel: When viewed from different angles, this building can appear to be shaped like a piano, a bass clef, a radio tower or the fin tail of a Cadillac. (From Aerial America) Read more.

The Parthenon is one of Nashville, so much to do #visitUS.

10. The Parthenon

8.9
2500 W End Ave (25th Ave N), Nashville, TN
Art Museum · 95 tips and reviews

TLCTLC: For those that can't make it all the way to Greece this summer, this is the perfect substitute.

Cheekwood Botanical Garden and Museum of Art is one of Nashville, so much to do #visitUS.

11. Cheekwood Botanical Garden and Museum of Art

9.3
1200 Forrest Park Dr, Nashville, TN
Garden · West Meade · 45 tips and reviews

Jason D.Jason Dargavell: One of the most beautiful places you will ever visit. Take your camera and do not miss this stop.

TPAC - Tennessee Performing Arts Center is one of Nashville, so much to do #visitUS.

12. TPAC - Tennessee Performing Arts Center

9.1
505 Deaderick St (btw 5th and 6th Ave N), Nashville, TN
Performing Arts Venue · 46 tips and reviews

HISTORYHISTORY: Opened in 1981, this is the state’s premier theater venue. The performance venues are named after three U.S. Presidents who hailed from TN: Jackson, Polk & Johnson.

Hermitage Hotel is one of Nashville, so much to do #visitUS.

13. Hermitage Hotel

8.6
231 6th Ave N, Nashville, TN
Hotel · 30 tips and reviews

Jason D.Jason Dargavell: Beautiful historic hotel, wonderful service. Check out the Oak Bar and the World Famous Men's Restroom.

Gaylord Opryland Resort & Convention Center is one of Nashville, so much to do #visitUS.

14. Gaylord Opryland Resort & Convention Center

8.6
2800 Opryland Dr, Nashville, TN
Resort · 247 tips and reviews

Jason D.Jason Dargavell: This Resort is like its own city...Try and get a balcony room so you can sit out in one of the several beautiful atriums.

Union Station Hotel Nashville, Autograph Collection is one of Nashville, so much to do #visitUS.

15. Union Station Hotel Nashville, Autograph Collection

8.6
1001 Broadway, Nashville, TN
Hotel · 44 tips and reviews

Amy J.Amy James: Gorgeous hotel, fabulous restaurant, and a great staff... can't go wrong! Read more.

Tootsie's World Famous Orchid Lounge is one of Nashville, so much to do #visitUS.

16. Tootsie's World Famous Orchid Lounge

8.5
422 Broadway, Nashville, TN
Rock Club · 129 tips and reviews

EsquireEsquire: Congratulations, you've found one of Esquire's Best Bars in America. Tootsie's has an upstairs and a downstairs bar. Each features live country music, but upstairs the music is better. Read more.

The Stage on Broadway is one of Nashville, so much to do #visitUS.

17. The Stage on Broadway

8.4
412 Broadway, Nashville, TN
Music Venue · 75 tips and reviews

JourdanJourdan: Drink. Dance. Repeat.

3 Crow Bar is one of Nashville, so much to do #visitUS.

18. 3 Crow Bar

7.6
1024 Woodland St (at S 11th St), Nashville, TN
Bar · Historic Edgefield · 83 tips and reviews

Brandon H.Brandon H.: THE place to be on Wednesday nights for 2for1. All the cool kids are doin it.

Lonnie's Western Room is one of Nashville, so much to do #visitUS.

19. Lonnie's Western Room

6.8
308 Church St (at Printers Alley), Nashville, TN
Karaoke Bar · 30 tips and reviews

Jason D.Jason Dargavell: In the Famous Printers Alley, Lonnie's is the Karaoke Headquaters.

Bar No. 308 is one of Nashville, so much to do #visitUS.

20. Bar No. 308

407 Gallatin Ave, Nashville, TN
Cocktail Bar · Lockeland Springs · 63 tips and reviews

Beth S.Beth S.: Happy Hour is now EVERY DAY 5-8pm! Enjoy great deals on their delicious drinks & apps... and wonderful friendly service in a cozy inviting atmosphere. What's not to love?!

Greenhouse Bar is one of Nashville, so much to do #visitUS.

21. Greenhouse Bar

8.4
2211 Bandywood Dr, Nashville, TN
Bar · Green Hills · 24 tips and reviews

David M.David McDaniel: Best bartenders in Green Hills. Cool people laid back atmosphere. If you just want to go someplace chill, relax and have a drink, this is the best place in West Nashville

Play is one of Nashville, so much to do #visitUS.

22. Play

8.1
1519 Church St (btwn 15th & 16th Aves.), Nashville, TN
Gay Bar · 29 tips and reviews

Ron S.Ron Slomowicz: There's a good reason why Play was voted Nashville's best place to dance.

Patterson House is one of Nashville, so much to do #visitUS.

23. Patterson House

9.0
1711 Division St (at 18th Ave S), Nashville, TN
Speakeasy · 178 tips and reviews
Holland House Bar & Refuge is one of Nashville, so much to do #visitUS.

24. Holland House Bar & Refuge

935 W Eastland Ave, Nashville, TN
Cocktail Bar · Greenwood · 74 tips and reviews
Germantown Cafe is one of Nashville, so much to do #visitUS.

25. Germantown Cafe

8.8
1200 5th Ave N (at Madison), Nashville, TN
Café · 51 tips and reviews

Jason D.Jason Dargavell: reliable fixture on Nashville's dining scene by offering fresh, creative cuisine at reasonable prices, as well as a fully-stocked bar and an amazing view of the Nashville skyline

Marché Artisan Foods is one of Nashville, so much to do #visitUS.

26. Marché Artisan Foods

1000 Main St (at 10th), Nashville, TN
French Restaurant · Lockeland Springs · 23 tips and reviews

Chase S.Chase Southard: Wow. Great food and service.

Merchants Restaurant is one of Nashville, so much to do #visitUS.

27. Merchants Restaurant

8.0
401 Broadway, Nashville, TN
New American Restaurant · 134 tips and reviews

CoryCory: Classic Nashville Landmark has gotten a fresh update. Best Downtown business lunchspot.

Sperry's Restaurant is one of Nashville, so much to do #visitUS.

28. Sperry's Restaurant

8.7
5109 Harding Pike, Nashville, TN
Steakhouse · 26 tips and reviews

BestOfBestOf: Voted Best Steak in Nashville, TN in 2010 Read more.

The Smiling Elephant is one of Nashville, so much to do #visitUS.

29. The Smiling Elephant

8.7
2213 8th Ave S, Nashville, TN
Thai Restaurant · 78 tips and reviews

Beth D.Beth Downey: Best Thai restaurant in Nashville!

Sambuca is one of Nashville, so much to do #visitUS.

30. Sambuca

7.6
601 12th Ave S, Nashville, TN
Bar · 64 tips and reviews

ConciergeQConciergeQ: What is your favorite indoor activity in Nashville? April Rucker, Singer: "Eating! I’m a foodie for sure. ...a swanky evening of cocktails and gourmet cuisine at Sambuca." Read more.

Eastland Cafe is one of Nashville, so much to do #visitUS.

31. Eastland Cafe

97 Chapel Ave (Eastland Ave.), Nashville, TN
American Restaurant · 30 tips and reviews

Roberta C.Roberta Caraglia: Best Happy Hour in Nashville! The atmosphere is fun, eclectic and hip without being obnoxious.

Prince's Hot Chicken Shack is one of Nashville, so much to do #visitUS.

32. Prince's Hot Chicken Shack

7.0
123 Ewing Dr #3, Nashville, TN
Fried Chicken Joint · 126 tips and reviews

Travel ChannelTravel Channel: Spice lovers rejoice, Nashville natives love their fried chicken with some fire and Prince's Hot Chicken Shack lives up to the name. As seen on Man v Food Nation.

33. Cha Chah

2013 Belmont Blvd, Nashville, TN
Restaurant · Bellmont-Hillsboro · 13 tips and reviews

Vivek S.Vivek Surti: One of the best restaurants in Nashville! Home cured meats! It's awesome

Nashville Zoo is one of Nashville, so much to do #visitUS.

34. Nashville Zoo

8.8
3777 Nolensville Pike (btwn McNally Dr & Elysian Fields Rd), Nashville, TN
Zoo · 91 tips and reviews

HISTORYHISTORY: Founded in 1996, this zoo is a product of the merger between the Nashville Zoo & Grassmere Wildlife Park. It is home to "Jungle Gym," the largest community-built playground of its kind in the country.

Adventure Science Center is one of Nashville, so much to do #visitUS.

35. Adventure Science Center

8.4
800 Fort Negley Blvd (at Chestnut), Nashville, TN
Science Museum · South Nashville · 42 tips and reviews

TN Association of MuseumTN Association of Museum: Fun for all ages, the Adventure Science Center's Adventure Tower combines playing & learning in an upward journey. For those afraid of heights, play a round of Body Battles in the BodyQuest exhibit.

Nashville Shores is one of Nashville, so much to do #visitUS.

36. Nashville Shores

7.7
4001 Bell Rd, Hermitage, TN
Water Park · 40 tips and reviews

Jason D.Jason Dargavell: The water park includes eight waterslides, three pools, Kayak Cove, Parker Sandbox, an Aqua Park, thousands of feet of white, sandy beach, and a Giant Bucket of Fun that pours hundreds of gallons

Shelby Bottoms Park & Nature Center is one of Nashville, so much to do #visitUS.

37. Shelby Bottoms Park & Nature Center

9.5
1900 Davidson St (Shelby Park), Nashville, TN
Park · 19 tips and reviews

Nashville Events ExaminerNashville Events Examiner: This place rocks! These guys are always hosting nature walks, observations and experiences. Check out their website for daily happenings and my site for events!

Belcourt Theatre is one of Nashville, so much to do #visitUS.

38. Belcourt Theatre

9.5
2102 Belcourt Ave (21st Ave S), Nashville, TN
Indie Movie Theater · Hillsboro West End · 38 tips and reviews

Rex H.Rex Hammock: 2 screens, bar and steady blend of indie, international and documentary films - best "art-house" in Nashville. Also a solid, small music venue w/ history that includes being home of Grand Ole Opry.

39. Bridgestone Arena

9.1
501 Broadway, Nashville, TN
Hockey Stadium · 153 tips and reviews

Jason D.Jason Dargavell: Home of the Nashville Predators Hockey Team and host to numerous concerts and some major basketball events, including tournaments of the Southeastern Conference and the Ohio Valley Conference.

Downtown Carriage Ride is one of Nashville, so much to do #visitUS.

40. Downtown Carriage Ride

Nashville, TN
Arts and Entertainment · 3 tips and reviews

Jason D.Jason Dargavell: Take a ride downtown Nashville in one of our beautiful horse-drawn carriages. A unique experience, for sure.

41. Warby Parker at Imogene+Willie

2601 12th Ave S, Nashville, TN
Fashion Accessories Store · Bellmont-Hillsboro · 16 tips and reviews

NOWNESSNOWNESS: Nashville: This store in the emerging area of 12th Avenue South carries the newest & most exclusive denim lines. It's a favorite of the White Stripes' Jack White & his wife model/singer Karen Elson. Read more.