A historic travel corridor the Natchez Trace was carved by Native Americans and honed by American explorers. The Trace spans 444 miles and runs through three states starting from the south in the city of Natchez, Mississippi, heading briefly through Alabama, and ending in Nashville, Tennessee. Much of the old trace […]
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Looking to bring something home for your friends, family, or just to remember your trip in Nashville by? Love to shop local? Pangaea is a veritable bohemian treasure trove. Sift through books by your favorite authors, find handmade knick-knacks, and one of a kind fashion pieces. From Frida to Buddha, […]
Downtown Nashville is absolutely dazzling with neon lights. It’s loaded with honky tonks, saloons, restaurants, and people! From girls on their bachelorette parties and country singers trying to make it big, you’ll see countless cowboy boots. No matter what your taste in music is, you can’t miss experiencing a night […]
A staple in Music City since 1879, Hatch Show Print has been printing posters, creating excitement, and selling shows for ages. Plastered on the sides of buildings those passing by would learn from these colorful posters about the circus coming to town, Willie Nelson’s next concert, and shows from one […]
Located in downtown in a gorgeous marble building from the 1930s that used to be Nashville’s main post office is the Frist Art Museum. It is the premiere space to experience the arts in the city. Admission is paid, but free for college students with school ID Thursdays & Fridays […]
The heat in Nashville is no joke, so stifling at times all you want to do is jump in the nearest body of water. Percy Priest Lake is that place, its perimeter lined with parks and resorts. Anderson Beach is off of Anderson Road, is a great and inexpensive place […]
From the urban parking lot filled with great assets such as skate park, swimming pool, and disc golf course, hikers should head under the colorful tunnel covered in murals into a natural wonderland. The expansive pedestrian bridge is a significantly cool feature, crossing the Cumberland River. The paved path, known […]
Before we even walked in there was a hawk perched high above, watching us as we watched it. A sign of good things to come, and Shelby Bottoms Greenway would not disappoint. Parking is free and easy, head under the bridge and into the park. A chorus of frogs greeted […]
If you’re the type that enjoys peace and quiet on the trails, Beaman Park is a top choice. Although the park is only 15 minutes from downtown, it feels like a different world. Once you pass the creek, you probably won’t see anyone at all. This area is ripe for […]
How a city integrates with nature is always an interesting balance to observe. Radnor Lake is one of the most diverse natural locations in the Nashville area, you are almost guaranteed to see a wonderful variety of wildlife on your hike. There are over 6 miles of trail and a […]
Nashville has been dubbed the Athens of the South, so it’s only proper that the city would have its own Parthenon. An exact replica of the iconic building (the only one of its kind) is located in Centennial Park, one of the many reasons to one of the most unique […]
Few act so bold an entire time period are named for them. Controversial as he always was, Andrew Jackson was born fatherless and without fortune – a true self made man. At thirteen he served in the Revolutionary War, became a national hero in the War of 1812, and moved […]
The history of Tennessee is seriously exciting. It’s filled with nature, folk heroes that were real people, and bold presidents who defined the shape of America. The Tennessee State Museum tells tales from the land that are genuinely captivating and it is free for everyone to enjoy. I really loved […]
A unique way to learn much about the history of Tennessee is to visit its capitol, located in Nashville. The capitol building itself is designed in the Greek Revival style, it was completed in 1859 by the same architect who created Independence Hall. Three presidents resided in Tennessee, Jackson, Polk, […]
Tucked away on a side street off of the main drag in downtown Nashville, I discovered my all time favorite bar. There are so many reasons I went back to Headquarters Beercade every night of my stay in Music City, even though there wasn’t a live band up on stage. […]