Nashville

The ultimate musical pilgrimage. Attracting country fans and wannabe songwriters for a century, a new wave of bars, breweries and boutique hotels has left Nashville sounding fresher than ever.

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Best Things to Do

From hot chicken and culture to festivals and outdoor escapes, Nashville s the home of country music and more. These are its top experiences.

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Best Time to Visit

Find the best time to visit Nashville with our guide to events, budget and weather through the seasons.

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Transportation

Car-oriented Nashville has limited public transit between neighborhoods. But the city is walkable once you arrive where you want to be.

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Best Neighborhoods

In Nashville, the lively bar scene on Broadway is just the beginning. See the best of the city in these vibrant neighborhoods.

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Day Trips

The towns around Nashville are filled with beautiful landscapes and historic sites; that is, once you've hit the city's honky-tonks and hot-chicken spots.

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5 Shops

In between shows in Music City, drop into these unique retailers for vintage, just the right book and more.

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