Why go
Nashville is built around live music, from the bars on Lower Broadway to the Grand Ole Opry. Between shows there are museums, neighbourhood food scenes and plenty to walk.
What to pin
01Lower Broadway Honky-tonks with live country music from midday to late.
02Ryman Auditorium The "Mother Church of Country Music", for a tour or a show.
03Country Music Hall of Fame The story of the music, steps from downtown.
04Nashville hot chicken The city's signature dish. Order mild the first time.
Where to stay
Downtown for the music, The Gulch for restaurants, or East Nashville for a local feel.
When to go
April to June and September to October. Summers are hot.
Ideal pace
Plan for 3 days. Travel slowly enough to notice where you are instead of racing through a checklist.