Things to Do in Nashville (2025)

The Mother Church pairs spine‑tingling acoustics with a nonstop calendar; catch a show or take the backstage tour. Consistently highlighted by Condé Nast Traveler and Southern Living as essential to understanding Music City’s soul.

A humble room with world‑class bluegrass, a Sunday night jam, Yazoo on tap, and pizza by the slice. Frommer’s and The Infatuation praise its no‑frills magic; Condé Nast Traveler singles it out for real‑deal roots music.

Family‑run honky‑tonk serving traditional country from morning till late and the famed Recession Special. Frequently recommended by Condé Nast Traveler and noted by Nashville critics as Lower Broad’s enduring standard‑bearer.

Jack White’s headquarters hosts an intimate cornerless venue and bar with eclectic programming. Celebrated in Architectural Digest and featured by Condé Nast Traveler for offering Nashville’s alt‑music counterpoint.

Since 1879, this working letterpress prints show posters by hand—and invites you to ink your own during tours and workshops. Often cited by Southern Living and Bon Appétit as a must for authentic Nashville keepsakes.

The originator of Nashville hot chicken, still family‑led and fiercely flavorful. Recognized by Food & Wine and spotlighted in recent local coverage as the dish’s standard‑bearer; choose your heat wisely.

A 90‑seat listening room where songwriters trade stories and hits in the round. Revered by music journalists and featured in national travel guides; reservations release weekly and vanish fast.

Home to the Alfred Stieglitz Collection—works by O’Keeffe, Picasso, and more—co‑presented with Crystal Bridges. The Tennessee Arts Commission and museum materials confirm rotating exhibitions and current public hours.

A community museum preserving North Nashville’s Black music corridor—with Saturday hours and tours by appointment. Recent coverage from Axios underscores its living role in education and cultural memory.

A 55‑acre estate blending sculpture, galleries, and seasonal garden shows; 2025 exhibitions include major outdoor and art programs. Frequently recommended by Southern Living for peak spring and fall visits.

A revived pre‑Prohibition whiskey house offering engaging tours, tastings, and a solid Southern menu. Food & Wine highlights its narrative and spirits; official schedules confirm daily operations.

Stand where Elvis and Dolly shaped the Nashville Sound. Tours run daily with transport from the museum; widely recommended by U.S. News Travel and detailed by the museum’s own materials.