From Bands to Brunch: The Ultimate Nashville Weekend Itinerary

Arrival:

You're likely to arrive in Nashville at midday. Check into your hotel and get situated. Grab a causal dinner at Hattie B's Hot Chicken. After dinner, get your bearings of the town: walk down Broadway or enjoy live music at Loser's Bar and Grill in Midtown. If you have planned well in advance, attend a concert at Nissan Stadium or a Predators hockey game downtown.

Head to brunch at Liberty Commons downtown. I recommend the eggs benedict! Next, walk to the Gulch neighborhood for some exploring and shopping. Some of my favs are Patagonia, Kittenish, E. Allen Boutique, Winky Lux, Noble Park, Upbeet and Parish.

If you're looking for a luxury hat, design your own at Rustler Hat Co.. For a mid-day pick-me up, grab coffee at Barista Parlor (my fav!) or Killebrew coffee. Head to the LA Jackson rooftop (in the Thompson hotel) and take in the incredible views of the city over cocktails and some light snacks.

For dinner, walk to the Assembly Food Hall off Broadway — a huge food hall with great options for the whole group! Head to Printers Alley for the night, check out the many bars, jazz clubs and restaurants. Experience the same vibrant nightlife as Broadway, but with fewer crowds.

Start your day off with coffee and a snack at the Poindexter in the lobby of the Graduate hotel. Then go on a morning walk or run at Centennial Park. The park offers great trails, a scenic lake, gardens and a full-scale replica of the Parthenon.

Grab lunch and attend a live show at The Listening Room Cafe. It's a unique music venue known for its intimate performances from some of Nashville's best up-and-coming songwriters and established artists. There is a full menu of Southern-inspired food and drinks as well! I do recommend getting tickets in advance.

Enjoy dinner at Barcelona Wine Bar for upscale Spanish tapas or Saint Anejo for delicious Mexican cuisine.

Finally, end the night by going out on Broadway. Some iconic staples include Jason Aldean’s, Acme Feed & Seed, Tootie's Orchid Lounge, Barstool Sports, Morgan Wallen's, Dierks Bentley's Whiskey Row, Honky Tonk Central, Kid Rock's, Chief's, etc.

Start your day off with brunch at the iconic Frothy Monkey. Then, walk around 12 South, where there are lots of great shops and restaurants. Some of my favs are Stoney Clover Lane, Faherty, LoveShackFancy, Molly Green, Draper James, Mejuri, Gorjana and Vuori.

Have a classic southern lunch at Edley's Bar-B-Que. Finally, indulge your sweet tooth and grab donuts at Five Daughters Bakery and/or ice cream at Jeni's Splendid Ice Creams.

Head back to your hotel, check out and head home!