Nashville's downtown may be the headliner, but this sprawling city has 21 neighborhoods worth exploring. Treat yourself to upscale shopping in Green Hills or buy sustainably from local designers in 12South. Stay at a boutique hotel in SoBro. Savor delicious food in Germantown. Check out an art gallery in Wedgewood-Houston.
New luxury hotels like 1 Hotel and the Four Seasons add to the growing number of places to stay in Nashville. Delight your taste buds at newly opened restaurants. Be sure to check out new exhibits at the Frist Art Museum and Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum. Don't miss the National Museum of African American Music.
Even if you're not an aspiring musician, you know that Nashville is full of iconic venues like the Grand Ole Opry and Ryman Auditorium. Catch a rising star at one of the more than 180 live music venues showcasing all genres or learn more at one of the many music museums in the city. Pay homage at the Music City Walk of Fame.
Creativity requires fuel and Nashville is definitely a foodie destination. The term "meat and three" traces its roots to Nashville and refers to a main dish with three sides. Hot chicken is a Nashville staple, as is low-and-slow barbecue. February brings Dine Nashville, a monthlong culinary celebration.
Nashville gets even brighter during the holidays with events like Cheekwood Estate's light display (through Jan. 7) and Nashville Zoo's "Zoolumination" Chinese Festival of Lights (through Feb. 4). Watch the signature midnight Music Note Drop on New Year's Eve and listen to the free concert from Lainey Wilson and Lynyrd Skynyrd.
