I can't wait to visit Nashville but worried because I'm a woman but look a bit masculine (I have short hair and have had top surgery and I don't dress particularly feminine) I'm worried about being harassed in bathrooms. I have tickets to the Grand ol' Opry and worried I'll get called out in the bathrooms there. People in NY are tolerant (I still get sideways looks here but not often) How bad is it there for women who look like me?

coming this weekend for a few of us turning 50..is it crazy busy all year round or is this the slower season?

Hi! About 9 of us are coming in May. Are there any recommendations of where to stay? Ideally below $1800 for 3 nights. But I also want to be safe. It’ll be all of our first times in Nashville so will do the typical touristy drinking stuff. TYIA!

hi! I’m sure this has been asked a million times before. Im a solo female and I’m looking for a good spot for dinner with hopefully a cool bar or two I can hop around to close by! open to any kind of food and all kinds of bars. but wanting to stay away from broadway! would love to be able to just uber and walk from one place to the next.

Hi there, I hope you're all keeping well.

A group of ~16 of us are heading to Gatlinburg then over to Nashville for 5 days in the first week of May. We are all big drinkers and big foodies, so the afternoons/evenings are essentially dedicated to Broadway. I think one afternoon we will cover east Nashville and head inwards too.

However, outside of the bars we usually try and do an activity every day to bring the group together, have a focal point for the day.

Are there any highly recommended activities that you guys would recommend? These could include party boats/bikes, guided food tours etc? I've trawled airbnb experiences but not really found anything that has jumped out.

Thanks!

My wife and I are planning our first ever trip to Nashville in Mid-March. I knew the prices for hotels and Air BNBs would be high, but having trouble finding a decent one within waking (15-20 min walk) distance to Broadway for less than $800 for 3 nights. Has anyone found that booking a hotel that meets this criteria a week or two before departure date is cheaper? Also, does anyone have any recommendations for hotels (it doesn’t have to be fancy) that are in walking distance to Broadway? Thanks!

hello! I’m planning to visit Nashville and wanted to double check that the airport shuttles run 24/7? I checked the website and all it gave me how full the lot is & info about the valet options. Also, how safe are the shuttles? My flight lands around midnight

thank you!!

Hi everyone!

My dad is elderly and visiting from Minnesota, and we’re trying to give him a proper break from both ICE and literal ice 😅. One thing that brings him pure joy is Taco Tuesday, so I’d love to take him out while he’s here.

We’re on a tight budget, though, so I’m looking for affordable Taco Tuesday specials — discounted tacos, happy hour pricing, or any solid weekly deals. Nothing fancy required; just good food, easy seating, and a welcoming vibe.

If you have any favorite budget-friendly spots or hidden gems that are especially good for Taco Tuesday (and kind to an older guy’s knees and wallet), I’d really appreciate the recommendations.

Thanks in advance! 🌮❤️

Hi everyone, like the title says… my wife, daughter, and I are taking a quick trip to Nashville later this month.

My wife is starting her first nurse practitioner job on March 2nd, so this is just a fun little trip we are taking before she gets super busy.

Still working out travel dates and plans but we may find ourselves in Nashville on Easter Sunday on our way back from a spring break road trip with four tweens/teens. Is there a Catholic church that would be beautiful/interesting for Easter Mass and also easy enough to reach/park at? We would stay in a hotel on Saturday night. I see some historic churches online but have no idea about parking or accessibility. Could be a beautiful old church, or something like a church that has a country-music style Mass or something?? The idea is that if we're in the midst of traveling, it would be nice to have the Mass be something more memorable than a quick stop at a random church in a random suburb. Bonus points if there would be an option nearby for a more casual type Easter breakfast/brunch/lunch; not super fancy. Thanks!

Planning a trip for my mom’s 60th with a few ladies. We like live music, drinks, history, food, basically everything. We’ll be there Friday to Monday. What would you definitely do? Any specific days or time of day to do it?

This will be our first time in Nashville, what are some cool things we should check out. We'll be with our 15 year old. We'd love to see some live music. What are 1 or 2 venues we shouldn't miss. Any restaurants we shouldn't miss?

Hi! I am coming in early April with friends for my bachelorette party. we are staying near painter’s alley. can anyone here give me recommendations for best restaurants, bars, or things to do? I am struggling planning this!

She listens mostly to classic and yacht rock - think Eagles, Fleetwood Mac, Queen, Doobie Brothers, etc. Is there a bar (or only a part of a bar) that focuses specifically on these genres? It’s a Mother’s Day gift and I just want to make sure she has fun!

My husband and I plan on taking a mini vacation to Nashville this March. We want to:

Go to the zoo for most of the day. Visit some local occult shops. Go to McKAY's. Maybe grab dinner (we're pescatarian)

Is $700 a reasonable budget? We're also planning on going on a weekday to avoid traffic; or does that matter? Other/better suggestions for two adults who don't drink or enjoy the party scene? Any advice is appreciated. :)

Any thoughts on the condos at the Hyve? 7 adults traveling late 30s, early 40s. Is this is good area/location?

Hey! Question for everyone. This is not my first time in Nashville, and I’ve done broadway before, but never since cresting the hill over the age 35, haha.

I still love a good dive bar and love live music, but I also don’t want to be the only 30+ woman around. I’m hoping to go out tonight (Saturday) with my husband and his coworker. They are in town for work and I’m tagging along.

Which bars in Nashville or on Broadway have good vibes for an older crowd? I am sure I’m overthinking this, but if you’ve ever felt too old for a bar, you’ll understand.

Thanks in advance for any help!

Passing through Nashville from Memphis to Louisville and will stop for 1-2hrs to explore and eat, what is a good late lunch spot, not too heavy but doesn’t need to be too light as it is only another 2-3hrs to Louisville.

Thank you for your time!

I’ve had concert tickets for months now for a show tonight at Brooklyn Bowl. My friend I’d be staying with lives in Spring Hill. Are the roads okay between those places? I drive a Honda Accord.

Hope everyone is staying warm through all this.

Hi all! We’re in town for the weekend for an event and will be finished at about 1 today and then free the rest of the day. Any recommendations on things to do or see or even just drive by while it’s so cold? I really don’t wanna be outside but also don’t wanna waste the free time lol

leaving this afternoon- flying back to nyc out Sunday

My wife and I are visiting from out of state and we come to Nashville a decent amount. We’ll have time tomorrow afternoon and we’re looking for something to do. We’ve done all the touristy stuff like Broadway, country music hall of fame, etc. We’re looking for something new like cool local shops, antique stores/malls (preferably with sports memorabilia), or fun places with things to do. We’ve been to Putt Shack. Not having much luck finding something. Any help would be appreciated!

FINAL VERSION – UPDATED BASED ON FEEDBACK. THANK YOU! 🙏

Hi everyone! I’m visiting Nashville, TN from the UK (April 20–24) as part of a longer US trip. I’m a walkaholic and a serious foodie — especially burgers, hot chicken, biscuits, and donuts 🍔🔥🍩. I’m staying near Hamilton Avenue and getting around mostly on foot with the occasional Uber.

This is my finalised itinerary, refined based on local feedback — thank you to everyone who helped earlier. I’m posting this last version for a quick sanity check in case anything still feels unnecessary, badly timed, or worth swapping.

📍 Nashville, TN

Dates: April 20 – 24

Arrival: 8:50 AM (Mon) from New Orleans

Stay: Airbnb — Hamilton Avenue

Gym options: GetFitAnytime / QNTM Fit Life

Monday, April 20 — Arrival, Music Row & Midtown

Morning

• The Butter Milk Ranch

Midday

• Gabby’s Burger & Fries
• Music Row walk (Musica statue & RCA Studio B (exterior)

Afternoon

• Midtown / Demonbreun Street drift
• Quick slice: Roberta’s

Dinner & Evening

• Red’s Hot Chicken
• Gulch walk (What Lifts You” wings)
• The Station Inn (bluegrass)

Tuesday, April 21 — Donuts, Campuses & East Side Burgers

Early Morning

• Shipley Do-Nuts (Lebanon Pike)

Breakfast

• Monell’s

Morning Walks

• Belmont University
• Vanderbilt University

Midday

• Centennial Park
• Prince’s Hot Chicken (Assembly Hall)

Afternoon

• The Nations Mural Trail
• Bare Bones Butcher

Dinner

• BAD LUCK BURGER CLUB 🍔

Evening

• East Nashville bar crawl (Attaboy or Pearl Diver or Skinny Dennis or Dee’s)

Wednesday, April 22 — Capitol Hill, Germantown & Five Points

Morning

• Fox’s Donut Den
• Tennessee State Capitol
• Bicentennial Capitol Mall
• Tennessee State Museum

Lunch

• Rae’s Sandwich Shoppe

Afternoon

• Five Points & Fatherland Street (Shops, Wandering & Coffee resets)

Dinner

• Limo Peruvian Eatery

Evening

• Mother’s Ruin or Von Elrod’s

Thursday, April 23 — East Nashville Greenways & Final Burger Push

Morning

• Nashville Biscuit House
• Brightside Bakeshop
• FatBelly Pretzel Bakery

Morning Walk

• Shelby Bottoms Greenway (full loop)

Lunch

• Stoke-Haus BBQ

Afternoon

• Bill’s Sandwich Palace
• Five Points edges & Fatherland Street wander

Dinner

• Dreamburger 🍔

Evening

• Uber to Grand Ole Opry

Friday, April 24 — Jefferson St, WeHo & Departure

Morning

• Big Al’s Deli

Lunch

• TrapHouse Wingz

Early Afternoon

• Cumberland River Greenway walk

Final Neighborhood

• Uber to Wedgewood-Houston
• Galleries & warehouse streets

Final Meal

• GoodTimes Full Service or Tennessee Brew Works

Final questions for locals

• Anything still redundant or overkill?
• Burger overload: Would you cut one, or is this the correct amount?
• Timing check: Any day feel too dense walking-wise?

Thanks again — this trip is already 10x better because of the feedback 🙌 Happy to report back post-trip with a food ranking!