Nashville Tennessee City Guide: 10 Things To Love And Hate

Nashville, Tennessee, known as Music City, it’s captivated the hearts of visitors with its vibrant music scene, southern hospitality, and rich history.

However, like any big destination, there are aspects that may not appeal to everyone. And myself and other locals have witnessed Nashville go through some major changes in the past few Years.

So buckle up and we'll explore 10 things you'll love and 10 things you'll hate about visiting Nashville, providing you with a balanced perspective before you head out on your honky tonk adventure!

Live Is Music Everywhere: Nashville's undeniable charm lies in its deep-rooted musical heritage. From live performances in honky-tonk bars on Broadway to the famous Grand Ole Opry, the city lives and breathes music. You'll be blown away by the talented musicians showcasing various genres at every corner.

In fact you never know if the musician you’re seeing on your night out, will be the next big thing. It’s a very cool aspect of the Nashville city scene.

Historic Landmarks: Nashville proudly embraces its history. Explore iconic landmarks like the Ryman Auditorium, known as the "Mother Church of Country Music," and the Johnny Cash Museum, which pays homage to the legendary Man in Black. The city's historical sites will transport you back in time. Join us in the complete city guide for the full tour of Nashville’s Do’s and Don’ts. You won’t want to miss it!

Nashville offers a mix of delightful experiences and challenges for visitors. Whether you're drawn to its rich musical heritage, vibrant nightlife, or southern charm, or are concerned about crowded tourist areas and parking challenges, being aware of both the positives and negatives will help you plan your visit accordingly. With proper preparation, you can make the most of your time in Music City and create lasting memories!

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Nashville & Co™ has put together a full list of the best places to check out whether you’re a Nashville local, visiting Nashville on business, or touring the city for pleasure with family and friends. Nashville is one of a kind and currently America’s fastest growing city.

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Video Agenda

00:00 - Intro
01:00 - Love 1: Live Music
01:31 - Love 2: Historic Landmarks
02:13 - Love 3: Unique Food
02:50 - Love 4: Southern Hospitality
03:31 - Love 5: Arts & Culture
04:20 - Love 6: Outdoor Recreation
04:55 - Love 7: Nashville Nightlife
06:00 - Love 8: Unique Neighborhoods
06:30 - Love 9: Nashville Sports
07:02 - Love 10: Unique Events
07:56 - Hate 1: Pricey Tourist Traps
08:36 - Hate 2: Terrible Traffic
09:21 - Hate 3: Expensive Accomadations
10:00 - Hate 4: Terrible Parking
10:25 - Hate 5: Long Wait Times
10:54 - Hate 6: No Rail Systems
11:25 - Hate 7: Weather Extremes
11:40 - Hate 8: Noise Levels
12:07 - Hate 9 Mostly Country Music
12:50 - Hate 10: Pushy Sales
13:04 - Nashville Memories

Nashville & Co™ has put together a full list of the best places to check out whether you’re a Nashville local, visiting Nashville on business, or touring the city for pleasure with family and friends. Nashville is one of a kind and currently America’s fastest growing city.

Nashville & Co
One Nashville Place, 150 4th Ave N,
Nashville, TN 37219
[phone]

[aliasdesignz]

Great video Thank you!!!! we are going in November and can't wait!!!

[andrewallen]

Native 615 here. Don’t miss Santa’s Pub around midnight.

Big Al’s deli
American Legion post 82 (music)
Plaza Mariachi (Salsa Dancing)
Dino’s (burgers and beer)
Radner lake (hiking)
El Tapitio (tacos)


Also, you should be asking Meagan Berry what happened to the potential rail system.

[Positiveenergy]

I loved boating on Old Hickory Lake, it's an underrated activity in Nashville. Awedaddy's and Sam's Sport's Grille are very fun bars with plenty of boat parking. I also have a great love for Loveless Cafe for breakfast. It's not all about Broadway.

[michaelwankel]

Great video, love Nashville. Great tip on the boots.

[edwardgendron]

Thank you for the Vid, very informative!

[nocarbsnation]

Visiting for the first time this weekend. Thanks for the informative video!

[keepitreal]

Going back to Nashville for the Bitcoin conference after 20 years i am sure its going to be bittersweet. I was building house's in Fairfield Glade in 2004 how time flies. Should be nice looking forward to it.

[thatmetalchiick]

favorite memory is trying hattie bs for the 1st time. the best!

[aurelethibeault]

Been there 3 if you go there to see STAR...you're in for a big surprise....you have to go to the Grand ole I did LOVE my trip...

[MrAndrew]

Nashville resident from 1971 to 1995. Back when the Opry was at the Ryman Auditorium, and the busiest spots on "Lower Broad" were Tootsie's and Ernest Tubb's Record Shop. Printers' Alley was much different, too.

I suppose progress and change are inevitable, but based on your video, the Lower Broad and 1st through 8th Avenues are unrecognizable except for the remaining landmarks.

[igcvhuo]

I got a spot at best Western by Opryland relatively decent price. Airbnb are nice but they are a total rip off of their fees cleaning and taxes you might start out at $300 for three nights but she’ll end up with the $600 bill.

[Duelingdragons]

One of the things to hate about Nashville is the fact they took out opryland USA (Nashville’s only amusement park) and replaced it with a hotel.

[SamsClothingandshoes]

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227 Rep John Lewis N (formerly 5th Ave) Downtown Nashville next to historic Woolworth Theater across from walgreen's just a Couple Blocks off Broadway ... Tell 'em the Bossman sent ya!

[igcvhuo]

Staying at the best Western Opryland is that a good location to see everything in Nashville?

[FlaqkoGTA]

Southern hospitality went out the window when all the people from California and new york bought all houses

[truehope]

Ill be there this weekend and im looking forward to the Opry and the Jason Aldean rooftop!

Anyone have tips & tricks for Aldean's bar?

[dxzovzg]

I live in Nashville actually and I love it. I know it might be just a little bit dangerous but that’s OK.

[DicksonkDickson]

Impossible to get around…major interstates circling downtown have same capacity as the 1970’s as well as exits spaced out 100 feet from each other at Demonbreon and Charlotte Ave. Also access to the soccer stadium is off a tiny residential street (Wedgewood) which is a traffic nightmare.

[mediaserver]

Don't forget about all the huge potholes and general decay of Nashville's roads. The city government doesn't invest in keeping them up. It all goes to advertising for tourism. Nashville is a city in which you can total your car with just road hazzards.

[daltrainer]

Gee... with all the people coming to Nashville, and you're surprised about crowds, parking, and prices? Oh, and only country music? In NASHVILLE??? Wow.