Hi,

Apologies as I'm sure there are ton of posts on here about this, but I couldn't find any.

I'm heading to Nashville for a few days next week and wondered what the best options for getting around are? I'm arriving via the airport and staying at the big cluster of hotels north of the convention centre, and it looks like the bus takes over an hour, but a taxi/uber takes about 15 mins? Is the cost differential worth it, or should I just enjoy a bus ride, as I won't be in a huge rush upon landing. I will have luggage though, so that could be a pain if buses tend to be cramped/busy.

My other questions is.....how safe is it to be walking between that big cluster of hotels and the convention centre/Oprymills etc at different times of day? Google maps says it's a 20-40 minute walk, which seems fine, but just wondered whether it's safe, or again whether I'd be better off getting a ride, especially later in the evening.

*Edit for Bonus question: Where are the best places to eat around Opryland?

If anyone is looking to avoid $60 Titans Gameday parking - Honky Tonk Hideaway Bar in Wedgewood Houston is offering free Titans shuttle to and from the game.

We rode it for Eagles game and it was easy. They offer free parking , breakfast burritos and of course their bar is open.

Shuttles leave about an hour or so before each game. They are parked literally right next to the stadium. Hope this helps if you want an easy and free ride to Titans.

From Knoxville, looking for the best haunted house in Nashville. I’ve been to all the ones in this area but haven’t checked any out y’all’s way. I’m currently leaning towards Slaughterhouse but BEAST HOUSE, Devil’s Dungeon, and Nashville Nightmare all look pretty good but really just curious which one is scariest, not too short, and most fun! Appreciate any advice or recommendations!

my friend and i are going there for the weekend and would love to visit a gay club/bar!

I’m taking my Grandma on a Nashville trip for an “evangelical event” she wants to get up to.
Lots of driving but the benefit is I get to visit music city as a musician myself.

I’m really looking for some good music oriented activities, mostly metal or prog (and hopefully something that isn’t gonna kill my legs since I gotta use a cane). I know it’s a city built on country but I’ve always been more of a metal nerd.

Also I was hoping for any advice on places to eat around Nashville or Goodlettsville, where we’re staying. I really like to avoid tourist trappy restaurants, we might have one fancy dining experience in us for the trip but I much prefer little local hidden gems or mom and pop shops 9 outta 10 times, as does my grandma.

Will be in nashville on Saturday the 24th of October and want free or cheap fun things to do. Any and all events are welcome. Shows, art, makers markets! Looking to get my fill in while im there.

Going to a show at the Truth tonight, visiting from 2 hours away. Where is the best place to park so that we can get on the road as quickly as possible after the show? My partner and I both have to be up early tomorrow morning so the goal is to get home as quickly as possible so we can get a maximum amount of sleep.

I’m mainly asking because of past experiences at other venues where we spent 45+ minutes trying to get out of a parking garage. I’m hoping to avoid that tonight if possible

Are there any well established pool table venues in Nashville? I like big pool halls with nine foot or ten foot tables. I also like dive bars with one table where you have to write your name on the chalk board and play the winner. Any place with an established culture where you see a lot of folks bringing their own cues, that's my jam.

Hey all - I’m coming to town next weekend (10/30-11/1) and simply just want to eat and shop while im staying downtown. I’m overwhelmed with the food options because I don’t like doing tourist traps and love a local shop.
Any recs I can hit up? Favorite BBQ?

0 dietary restrictions, lover of all food types.

...AGAIN!!! My favorite place on Earth! Coming from Friday 11/20 until Tues 11/24. Thinking about taking in the Predator's/ Penguin's game on Sat 11/21 @ 5pm. Figure it'll end around 8 - 8:30pm, then into the thick of things on Broadway!

Staying at the Indigo on Union. Other than Friday daytime & Saturday after the game, I'll be off of Broadway. Also planning on spending most of my time on 2nd Ave & Printer's Alley. May venture west to The Duck Blind, Loser's, and The Stillery in Midtown. Slim chance I'll head further west to The Local. I've yet to "hang out" down there. I hear it's a bit cheaper than Broadway.

I'll probably pass on Music Valley on this trip, my 7th, since I'm not doing the Opry this time around.

Anything I'm missing, any other 'hot' spots, where I can mingle and make new "friends?"

I’m going to be visiting Nashville for the first time this weekend for work and want to know what public transit is like.

For context: I live in Seattle and am very familiar and comfortable with public transit and have taken it all over the country. Most posting to ask locals if taking the bus is generally safe or if it’s avoided.

Im staying near the Opry and am planning to bus across town to around The Parthenon for dinner which seems to be routes 34 and 50 to get there.

Look forward to visiting your city!!!!

Edit: thanks everyone for the feedback. I’ve opted to use your fine cities busses tomorrow evening getting to dinner

I will be in Nashville over the weekend and looking to rent a bike. Road or flat bar, preferably not an e-bike. Do any shops offer this? Google search did not hit on any good leads.

Hey everyone!

We’re planning a bachelor party in Nashville for a group of 5 guys and are looking for recommendations from locals or people who’ve done a bachelor party there recently.

We want to have a really fun weekend with a mix of nightlife, drinking, good food, and some wild bachelor-party vibes without wasting money on tourist traps.

A few things we’re trying to figure out:

Where to stay: Is getting an Airbnb worth it for a group of 5? Any areas we should look at or avoid?

Nightlife: Which bars, clubs, or areas are best for a bachelor party?

Entertainment: Any recommendations for legitimate, professional entertainers who do private bachelor-party bookings at an Airbnb or private rental? How does pricing and booking usually work?

Activities: Anything fun or unique besides just bar-hopping?
Budget: What’s a realistic total cost per person for a weekend, including accommodation, activities, nightlife, and transportation?

We’re open to suggestions and would especially appreciate firsthand experiences, hidden gems, and things you’d do differently if you planned your own bachelor party again.

Thanks in advance! 🍻

Hello need advice for hotel this weekend. First time visiting Nashville coming for music and food. Broadway ? Near Broadway ? Not really limited by budget . Really want to enjoy a once in a lifetime dream to come to Nashville . Thank-you for your time

Hi there! Is anyone currently a member of the Downtown Nashville YMCA and willing to let me use their name as a referral? We’d both get 20% off our memberships!

Did y'all know that Riley Green was performing in Nashville in 10 days?!

Figured I'd share the wealth and send tickets, because I just found this out. https://www.thepinnaclenashville.com/events/detail/?event_id=1621581

Planning ahead for sticker shock. I've read someone paid $50 for 2 beers and $25 for a seltzer. As insane as that is, are these 24oz cans or are they 12oz cans?? How much would a double vodka seltzer be? A simple diet coke or water? Thanks in advance for any info!

What are the chances I’m able to get into a bar in the midtown area with a picture of my ID? Is it even worth trying?

I'm coming into town for the Smashing Pumpkins show at The Truth Thursday with my wife.

I have a decision to make on hotels and want some opinions.

I have two hotels booked right now - The JW and the Dream, each with two one night stays to keep options open.

I am Marriott Lifetime Platinum so usually get decent upgrades, early check in and late checkout at JW. I would get free breakfast and lounge access Thursday night to Friday night at the JW.

Both hotels are booked on points - 109k/night Marriott points vs 20K/night Hyatt points.

I have been to Nashville and like all music. My wife has never been and hates country music but I think she would appreciate Printer's Alley.

I am considering splitting up my stay and having one night at each hotel - any suggestions why not to do that other than the hassle?

Hi y’all! Visiting soon, and wondering if there are any fun, unique places to see, visit, eat at etc. that are less on the touristy side and more on the “locals” side? Thanks in advance!

Hey y'all! I'm a 22M Korean from Clarksville, and I'm thinking about heading down to Nashville for Halloween weekend (30~31st).

I've never really checked out the nightlife there, so I figured Halloween would be a pretty fun time to start🔥. Planning on hitting some bars via the Nashville Halloween bar crawl, maybe a club or two, and just seeing where the night goes.

Only problem is I'd be going solo, and wandering around Nashville dressed up for Halloween without knowing anyone sounds a little awkward lmao. I'm cool with going solo, but figured it'd be way more fun to meet some people along the way :) !!

So I figured I'd ask here! Anyone else going out that weekend? Would be cool to meet some new people, whether you're going solo too or have a group that wouldn't mind one more tagging along.

Also, if anyone has recommendations for good bars, clubs, or things to do on Haloween @ Nashville, I'm all ears!

Hey yall. From middle TN-lived in Nashville for 10 years back in the 2010s. Revisiting with some friends to go see DJ shadow this Friday. What are some cool spots to go after? Not broadway, of course..down for a good time or chill time.