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Home · How-To

How To Have a Laid Back Weekend in Nashville

There's more to Nashville than honky tonk and country music. The bounty of art galleries, cool shopping areas and delicious food coax travelers and celebrities alike for a weekend or more of good 'ol southern fun. Get some travel inspo from this ESSENCE Editor's 3-day trip to this music mecca.

 

By Joslyn Winkfield · August 22, 2016October 27, 2020
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Friday

Check in to The Urban Cowboy, the perfectly decorated bed and breakfast in a super hip neighborhood.

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02
Friday

After a weary day of travel, take a soothing hot bath in one of their room’s vintage tubs.

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Friday

Add a rose scented bath bomb to take it to the next level.

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Friday

The Urban Cowboy has so much charm inside, it’ll be hard to leave and explore!

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05
Friday

Take a nap if needed, like my husband, pictured here, did!

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06
Friday

Your first night’s meal should be epic. Head to Edley’s Bar-B-Que for the best bbq nachos of your life (they use house made potato chips instead of tortillas).

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Friday

After dinner, turn the corner and find yourself at the Filling Station, a local beer brewery.

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Friday
End your day sipping on a cold beer and people watching.
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Saturday

Start you first full day with a pit stop at I Dream of Weenie, a stationary airstream turned foodtruck.

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Saturday
I recommend the cole slaw dog, savory topped with a summer favorite-so good!
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Saturday

Saturday is primetime for checking out all the art that Nashville has to offer. The Art and Invention Gallery is the perfect place to scour for artsy gems!

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Saturday
Check out paintings from a variety of local artists.
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Saturday

You simply can NOT go to Nashville without hearing live music. The famous Tootsies Orchid Lounge is right on the main strip and will have you singing and clapping all night.

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Saturday
Broadway Street is packed at night with travelers and locals seeking live music, drinks and bar food.
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Sunday
Spend your Sunday morning frolicking throughout the Cheekwood Botanical Gardens, which boasts a Japanese garden and a sculpture trail.
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Sunday
You’re bound to stumble upon unsuspected artwork in the woods!
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Sunday
Get authentic denim and a pair of boots Imogene + Willie, a clothing shop in what used to be an old gas station.
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Sunday

If you’re road tripping, do it the old fashioned way with a map and a polariod camera!

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Sunday

As you’re leaving the Nashville area (if you’re driving), stop by The Old Forge Distillery to sample and purchase moonshine. This place has over 15 flavors to choose from, including blackberry and banana bread.

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