See what the experts are saying about Nashville. Get expert advice on how to get there what to see and more.
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Introduction
People who visit the Music City for the first time are always surprised by the lack of public transportation. Like many large cities in the Mid-South, Nashville has spread out, taking over land from plantations and farms and now covering a la... Continue reading »
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History
According to archaeologists, the first residents of what is now known as Nashville were the Mississippi Indians. This agricultural society left behind significant evidence of their existence, including some exquisitely painted pottery. Howeve... Continue reading »
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Where to stay
Business and leisure travelers have one thing in common: a need for convenient accommodations. For some, the solution may take the form of a simple hotel room with a comfortable bed. Others require a luxury suite with plenty of room to work a... Continue reading »
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Eat drink
The Music City may have earned its fame through country music, but eating here is every bit as much a "foot-stomping" good time. You can find virtually every type of food imaginable, from a spicy lunch at a Mexican cantina to a romantic dinne... Continue reading »
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Entertainment
As you might have guessed, there is a lot of music in the Music City. Everywhere you turn, an aspiring singer is performing his or her latest work or a classic country favorite. The performances are not limited to honky-tonks and music halls,... Continue reading »
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Tours
When you visit Nashville, you will quickly discover that there is more to see and do than you might have expected. There are few American cities in which you can tour Civil War battlegrounds and historic homes, and then travel up the river on... Continue reading »
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Getting there
Getting There Air The Nashville metropolitan area is serviced by Nashville International Airport (BNA) and the Metropolitan Nashville Airport Authority (MNAA). Nashville International Airport (BNA) +1 615 275 1675 http://www.flynashvi... Continue reading »
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Fun facts
Nashville State: Tennessee Country: United States Nashville by the Numbers: Population: 575,261 (city); 1,486,695 (metropolitan area) Average January temperature: 38 °F/ 3.3 °C Average July temperature: 80 °F/ 26.6 °C Average precipitat... Continue reading »
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Introduction
Nashville may be the capital of Tennessee, but it's better known as Music City, the country music mecca. Yet it is so much more. Combining small-town warmth with an unexpected urban sophistication, Nashville is an increasingly popular tourist... Continue reading »
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Frommer's favorite experiences
Catching a Show at the Ryman Auditorium: Known as the "Mother Church of Country Music," the Ryman Auditorium, 116 Fifth Ave. N. (tel. 615/254-1445), was the home of the Grand Ole Opry for more than 30 years. Now restored, it once again has co... Continue reading »
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Best dining bets
Best Spot for a Romantic Dinner: The sumptuous country-French ambience and top-tier service alone would qualify Zola, 3001 West End Ave. (tel. 615/320-7778), as a perfect setting for an intimate meal with that certain someone. Award-winning c... Continue reading »
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Best hotel bets
Best Place to Splurge with Your Pet: Not only is the posh Hermitage, 231 6th Ave. N. (tel. 888/888-9414 or 615/244-3121), one of the classiest and most romantic hotels in Tennessee, it also will accept -- and even pamper -- your pet. Best... Continue reading »
Nashville Travel Experiences
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Multi-District Outgoing Scholar Orientation
As part of my orientation as Ambassadorial Scholar, I attended the Multi-District Outgoing Scholar Orientation, held in Nashville, TN.&nb... Continue reading »
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Centennial Park
I originally went to Nashville, TN for my sister’s graduation, but I could not pass up an opportunity to check out one of the cities park... Continue reading »
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Nashville, TN
Spent the day touring. Visited the Gaylord Opry Land Resort…inside we saw Hall of Trees, they had many shops, restaurants and did bo... Continue reading »
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Springfield, Tennessee
Saturday morning, we arrived in Nashville after our short flight from Washington and were greeted by "the family". Ivy (Gram), Judy... Continue reading »
Popular Nashville Hotels
- Embassy Suites Nashville - at Vanderbilt
- Hyatt Place Nashville Airport
- Courtyard by Marriott Nashville Downtown
- Drury Inns And Suites Nashville Ap
- Marriott Nashville Hotel
- GuestHouse Inn and Suites Music Valley Drive
- Hampton Inn and Suites Nashville At The University
- Hilton Suites Nashville Downtown
- Hampton Inn Nashville Vanderbilt
- Hyatt Place NashvilleOpryland
Popular Nashville Things to Do
- Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum
- Parthenon, (The)
- Tootsie's Orchid Lounge
- Carnton Plantation
- General Jackson Showboat
- Laser Quest
- Wave Country
- Broadway Brewhouse/Mojo Grill
- NashTrash Tours
- Hermitage, Home of President Andrew Jackson, (The)
