10 Of The Greatest Destinations Most Nashvillians Overlook
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Meghan Kraft
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Nashville has been a tourist destination for years now. It’s Music City, the birthplace of country music, the Hollywood of the south. It’s been lauded as a bachelorette destination and a great place to raise a family, perfect for foodies and outdoorsfolk alike. Still, whether you live in the city or simply visit during the spring and summer, these ten great destinations tend to be overlooked. Taken for granted, forgotten. How many have you crossed off your list…?
This might sound crazy, but Nashville is bursting with music on every street corner, so folks tend to forget they can buy tickets to some pretty amazing shows. The Ryman is historic, the original home of the Grand Ole Opry, and hosts quite a few fantastic bands and comedians throughout the year.
This low-key venue is a solid spot for folks who root for underground and local artists. It has also been voted one of the best venues in the city multiple years in a row!
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Cheekwood gets a lot of love during the holiday season, but there's still a ton to see in the mansion art museum and along the grounds the other eleven months of the year.
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Yep, it's 100% free. Located in the same building as TPAC until the new space opens just outside of Germantown later this year, this is a fun way to learn about Tennessee without shelling out a ton of dough.
Sure, we aren't nationally acclaimed or anything crazy, but the Nashville Zoo offers a neat, intimate experience with wildlife that's perfectly kid-friendly.
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Sure, Nashvillians will run over the Pedestrian Bridge on a jog or when they're looking to get from LP Field to a Preds game, but we'd recommend taking it slow. Take in the view, check out the skyline. It's a beautiful bridge that's built just for you! Plus, it's a solid date spot during the warmer months...
Historic and stunning, this may seem a bit macabre but we find it to be the perfect way to spend a quiet afternoon to yourself.
Overlooked mainly because it's tucked away in Madison, Peeler Park is a beautiful space that offers up a remote control airplane field and great running and walking trails along the river.
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You'll definitely want to check out the exhibits offered throughout the year at this interactive museum - it's a great place to visit, especially if you have kids in tow.
The revolving exhibits at the Frist are stunning and impactful, perfect for a date night or a beautiful moment spent away from the chill of the winter air.
You can continue to explore our great city with a meal at one of these tiny Nashville take-out spots. They make for a pretty neat story!
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