Nashville, Tennessee has become a popular getaway for bachelorette parties and girlfriend getaways over the last few years for its abundance of great eateries and nightlife. Stay in one of the trendy neighborhoods and leave the car behind, opting for rideshares and walking.
This weekend itinerary is ideal for people who have visited Nashville and seen all its major tourist attractions prior but are looking for things to do with their friends.
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Eating
Mention that you’re visiting Nashville to a local and they’ll quickly make you a list of all the places you need to dine. There’s no shortage of delicious eateries for every taste.
Fido Proper Bagel
Breakfast
Fido– A Hillsboro Village favorite of students and adults, they serve fresh coffee and organic dishes like chilaquiles and sweet potato french toast. Order online and enjoy back in your room if you like.
proper bagel– An upscale version of the corner deli, get your kettle boiled bagels and bialys topped with different flavors of cream cheese or lox. Pair with a cup of Barista Parlor coffee.
Biscuit Love– Popular with the Instagram crowd, there are multiple locations of the breakfast joint. Choose from traditional Southern biscuits or others with offbeat toppings.
Puckett’s, Credit: Amy Eubanks Flipside Mas Tacos
Lunch
Puckett’s Grocery & Restaurant– Originally a 1950s grocery store in nearby Franklin, Puckett’s is now a local chain known for its burgers and open for breakfast, lunch, and dinner.
Mas Tacos Por Favor– Head to East Nashville for tasty tacos and margaritas, which is popular for its patio. Don’t miss the fish tacos or tortilla soup.
The Flipside– This 50s-inspired 12 South restaurant is known for its schnitzel-style chicken with various toppings. Pair them with a side of tater tots and a root beer float.
Henrietta Red, Credit: Lou Stejskal Adele’s
Dinner
Henrietta Red– A local friend recommended this stylish eatery is known for its oysters and cocktails. The menu is made up of elegantly plated dishes for dinner and brunch.
Adele’s– Owned by California-based chef Jonathan Waxman and named for his mother. The airy former warehouse serves up Mediterranean and American inspired dishes for lunch, dinner, and brunch.
Bar Otaku– This bright space full of plants serves dishes inspired by California and the Caribbean, including rum cocktails, hearty bowls, and shared small plates.
Yazoo Brewing Bluegrass Inn
Drinking
Nashville boasts a little bit of everything, from chic rooftop bars to casual breweries. If you’re not looking to imbibe, there’s also juice bars and coffee shops.
Barista Parlor Golden Sound– Get your morning jolt at the locations of this hip coffee shop. The Gulch location has parking and plenty of space for you and your group to enjoy a cuppa joe.
Franklin Juice Company– Started in neighboring Franklin, this organic juice shop in 12 South also has acai bowls, both of which can be ordered in advance for ease of pickup.
Yazoo Brewing Company– The original Nashville brewery serves up pints in the Gulch. Take a tour and enjoy Dos Perros, one of their flagship brews.
Layla’s Bluegrass Inn– Now known as Layla’s Honky Tonk, this stage has seen names big and small over the years and is a great spot to see live music. Grab a cheap beer and enjoy.
The George Jones– Part restaurant, part museum, and part live music venue, this space honors the legendary country star. The bar has a rooftop with great views of the city and a menu of beer, wine, and cocktails.
Attaboy– This speakeasy is inspired by a counterpart in New York. You won’t find a menu because each drink is made especially for you.
The Mockingbird– For trendy global fare and midcentury modern decor, this bar has whimsical drinks like cherry lime aid and fruit punch in a bag.
Relaxing, Beauty and Fitness
Your girl’s weekend doesn’t have to be just eating and imbibing. It’s also a chance to relax and catch up over a class or get yourself pampered.
Inner Light Yoga Nashville– Drop in classes are only $17 at this music-based yoga studio that spins your favorite tunes.
The Pilates Garage– This small studio in Hillsboro Village has $15 classes for first timers and is a great way to burn off a few calories.
Float Nashville– Nashville’s own sensory deprivation tanks allow you to calm yourself in dark salt tanks over the course of 90 minutes.
Escape Day Spa & Salon– There’s no better place to “escape” than this day spa and salon where you can get a massage, nail treatment, haircut, or facial.
The Dry House– You can get your hair blown out before a night on the town. Located in Green Hills, these hairstyles only cost $40 with optional add ons.
Poppy & Monroe– Get everything done in one place, including nails, body sugaring, makeup, and skincare. They also use only the best products, both for the environment and your skin.
Savant White’s Mercantile
Shopping
Browse the hip boutiques and record stores in neighborhoods like 12 South, Hillsboro Village, and The Gulch.
Draper James– Owned by actress and local Reese Witherspoon, this store sells both her own products and ones she recommends, including Southern-inspired clothing, accessories, and gifts.
imogene + willie– If you’re looking for a good pair of jeans, be prepared to splurge at this 12 South former service station.
Savant Vintage– The winding rooms of this home-turned-store have carefully picked vintage clothing and accessories. But these aren’t thrift store prices!
Parnassus Books– When the last remaining independent bookstore closed in Nashville, writer Ann Patchett opened this bookstore. They host author readings and support smaller presses.
Parnassus Third Man
Third Man Records– Jack White opened his own record label and store near The Gulch. Pick up a rare album from one of his label’s artists or ones that have recorded there. There’s even an area where you can record your own!
White’s Mercantile– Another store with celeb connections is White’s Mercantile, owned by Hank Williams Jr’s granddaughter Holly, also a musician. It features home furnishings and gifts.
High Class Hillbilly– Browse for carefully selected vintage and secondhand clothing and accessories, including turquoise and cowboy boots.
Posh Boutique– This sprawling Hillsboro store has clothing for all types and their sale section has some great finds.
UAL– This Hillsboro Village shop gets excess and wholesale designer goods, so you never know what high fashion pieces you might find. Many sizes are samples, not standard sizes, but the accessories are a good place to start.
Johnny Cash Museum Parthenon
Sightseeing
This trip may not be about sightseeing, but that doesn’t mean you can’t cross a few attractions off your list during your visit.
Grand Ole Opry– Catch a performance at the longest-running radio show, which hosts well-known artists as well as those on the rise. The behind the scenes tour is something that also must be experienced. Get a Grand Ole Opry Admission Ticket for you and your group.
Ryman Auditorium– Tour the “Mother Church of Country Music” to learn about its roots as a home for traveling evangelists and time as the home of the Grand Ole Opry. Book the Ryman Auditorium Self-Guided Experience before you go.
Country Music Hall of Fame– Part memorial to artists and the country music industry and part sprawling museum, enjoy the interactive exhibits, including costumes, music, and more. Get your tickets to the Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum.
Johnny Cash Museum & Patsy Cline Museum– These two museums located in the same building honor two legends in the industry. See items from Cash’s final music video and dresses worn by Cline before her fateful plane crash. You can purchase your Johnny Cash Museum Admission Ticket and Patsy Cline Museum Admission Pass before you go.
Parthenon– Visit a replica of the Greek original, complete with the long-missing Athena statue inside. There’s a small museum about the Centennial Exposition that brought the structure about.
Frist Center for the Visual Arts– This art exhibit space hosts works by classical and contemporary artists, including Nick Cave.
Opryland Airbnb
Sleeping
There’s no shortage of unique places to stay in Nashville, no matter your budget. You don’t have to sacrifice style and amenities at these girlfriend getaway-friendly accommodations.
Gaylord Opryland Resort– The massive hotel is home to the Grand Ole Opry as well as dozens of restaurants and conference facilities. They also have their onsite inn.
Noelle, Nashville, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel– Set in a former department store, this hotel has recreated the 1930s details. It has four food and drink outlets, including a coffee shop and a rooftop bar.
Fairlane Hotel– Feel like Don Draper at this stylish midcentury-style hotel. The location is ideal for getting around and their room packages are above the rest.
Vandyke Bed and Beverage– This trendy 8-room inn has its own hip restaurant and bar in the Five Points neighborhood. Each guest room is named for a different type of alcohol.
Urban Cowboy B&B – Nashville– The stylish bed and breakfast is straight out of your decor dreams, a popular spot for both photo shoots and overnight stays. They also have an in-house bar and restaurant as well as a location in New York.
Rentals- Staying with Airbnb can cut down on your travel costs because you can find them for under $100 per night in Nashville’s trendy neighborhoods like this 12 South apartment. FlipKey also has a large inventory of rentals.
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Awesome list for Nashville! We’re heading there next weekend and we’re looking for great places to eat. Thank you!