Girlfriend Getaways to Nashville

For all adrenaline-chasers, Nashville is home to activities that make up the perfect adventurous getaway. Nashville has nearly 100 miles of paved, multi-use greenways throughout the city, connecting the neighborhoods. Explore two popular routes, Shelby Bottoms Greenway and Stones River Greenway, on two wheels with Bike the Greenway rentals.

Do you have a passion for outdoor sports and activities? Grab your girls and join River Queen Voyages for their Ultimate River Scavenger Hunt on the Cumberland River and take in Nashville’s skyline from a kayak.

Prefer a night out with a twist? Brooklyn Bowl Nashville will be right up your alley with live music, 19 lanes of bowling, a bar featuring locally crafted beers, and food by the acclaimed Blue Ribbon restaurant group. Shoot for the bullseye with breathtaking panoramic skyline views and creative cocktails at Bad Axe Throwing Nashville. Still looking to spike your adrenaline? Experience the thrill of ziplining through a dark evening forest with Moonlight Tours at Adventureworks or with a package at The Adventure Park at Nashville. Or see the most haunted places within the city with Ghost City Tours. Or test if your girls have what it takes to beat The Escape Game or the Great Big Game Show in only 60 minutes. Get the thrill of experiencing them all!

Museums, murals, and mansions make up Nashville’s diverse art scene. If your girlfriends are searching for creative inspiration – Music City is the place to be! To experience Nashville’s performing arts scene, check out the Tennessee Performing Arts Center, OZ Arts Nashville, or the Nashville Symphony. Or see what independent films are playing at Belcourt Theater.

For more art inspiration, head to Frist Art Museum, a vintage post office transformed into a world-class art museum in downtown Nashville. If your trip falls at the beginning of the month, check out the First Saturday Art Crawl, when galleries across Downtown and WeHo host receptions and exhibit openings free of charge. On the hunt for a creative photo op? Music City is home to 120+ murals created by local and internationally known artists across every Nashville neighborhood. The world's only full-scale replication of the famous Greek temple, The Parthenon, is a must-see destination for all architecture fans. Nashville is also home to Belle Meade Historic Site & Winery – a beautiful Greek Revival Mansion, and Belmont Mansion - one of the most elaborate antebellum homes in the South.

For a unique Nashville souvenir, pour your very own custom candle at The Candle Bar (locations in the Gulch and Berry Hill). Or visit Hatch Show Print, one of America’s oldest working letterpress poster shops, with original art and show posters printed in-house.

One thing that girls do best? Brunch. Kick off your day in Music City with all the traditional brunch offerings paired with a mimosa or Bloody Mary. Enjoy your meal with the best views in the city on the rooftops of White Limozeen or Zeppelin. If you're looking for a more traditional or contemporary brunch experience, places like Milk and Honey, Liberty Common, Henrietta Red, and Henley will have you singing for more.

Innovation abounds in Nashville as chefs at restaurants all around town use the city's creative energy to hit the high notes with their award-winning dishes. Head to Etch, Catbird Seat, and Rolf and Daughters for a meal that will impress even the most well-traveled foodie. The city also shows its international influences with restaurants like Chauhan Ale and Masala House, International Market, and Saint Añejo, featuring traditional ethnic dishes.

For a taste of Nashville’s crafty cocktail scene, venture to Bastion, Pinewood Social, or The Patterson House, which are creating cocktails you won't find anywhere else. If you’d rather go straight to the source, head to Nashville’s breweries and distilleries, including Tennessee Brew Works, East Nashville Beer Works, Ole Smoky Moonshine Distillery, and Nelson’s Green Brier Distillery. If your palate prefers wine, visiting the stunning Arrington Vineyards is a must. Try out City Winery (where you can eat, drink, and see a concert), Grinder's Switch, The Winery at Belle Meade, and Natchez Hills.

Looking to experience Music City without the hustle and bustle of going nonstop? Nashville is home to breweries, wineries, distilleries, and cideries across the city. Wine lovers must check out City Winery and Arrington Vineyards & Winery. Cider fans? Head over to Nashville's first and only craft cidery, Diskin Cider. For a unique distillery and brewery experience, go to 6th & Peabody, offering live music, great food, and drinks thanks to Ole Smoky Distillery and Yee-Haw Brewing Co.

What’s the best way to see Nashville like a local? With a tour! Mint Julep Experiences offers a sightseeing tour of Nashville’s murals while sipping mimosas. Or stroll through historic neighborhoods while sampling artisan local foods with Nashville Food Adventures. Looking for a peek into the celebrities that call Nashville home? Reserve a spot on a “Home of the Stars Tour” with Gray Line Tennessee. For a hop-on and hop-off option, get on board Old Town Trolley Tours of Nashville to experience all of Music City’s top attractions.

Don’t forget to take in Nashville’s iconic skyline over a creative cocktail at one of the city’s rooftop restaurants and bars. You can relax at The Pool Club located in the Virgin Hotel overlooking historic Music Row or take in an elevated dining and cocktail experience at Nashville’s original rooftop lounge, Up! located in Fairfield Inn & Suites or unwind 27 floors above the bustling downtown with an alfresco meal at L27 situated at the top of The Westin Nashville. Relax and recharge with your girls by spending the day pampering yourselves at Relâche Spa at Gaylord Opryland, Rhapsody Spa at the Westin Nashville, or one of Nashville’s many other spas. A girls’ getaway would not be complete without exploring Music City's eclectic shopping scene. Take a day and explore the neighborhoods, or check out one of Nashville's unique stores.

In the city of Music, you and your girlfriends will be satisfied with the abundance of musicians and concerts. Songwriters – one of music's most essential and unknown forces - are the heart of Music City. Hear the stories behind the songs by attending a songwriter show at the Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum, The Listening Room Café, 3rd and Lindsley, or The Bluebird Cafe.

Take the chance for a photo-op with the town's stars at the Music City Walk of Fame. This landmark pays tribute to those from all genres of music who have contributed to the world through songs with a connection to Music City. Explore all the upcoming concerts in Nashville and book tickets for shows at the Grand Ole Opry and the Ryman Auditorium. The Ryman Auditorium in Downtown Nashville tells stories about music legends who performed on the stage, such as Hank Williams, Patsy Cline, Johnny Cash, and Dolly Parton. Throughout the years, artists as diverse as Charlie Chaplin, Jack White, Elvis, and Taylor Swift have graced the stage. The Grand Ole Opry came to the Opry House in 1974, where they now put on three live shows a week, and you can hear a dozen performers, from country music greats to newcomers on the scene.

If you feel like taking your girls out for an authentic Music City experience, check out the karaoke bars around town. Hop on stage, grab a microphone, and show everyone how karaoke is done at Cross-Eyed Critters or Wanna B's Karaoke Bar. Who knows - you could be Nashville's next big star. From live music venues to music tours, find whatever you are in the mood to hear in Nashville's Music Scene.

Girls just want to have fun. And there is no better place to let loose than Music City. Nashville offers live music 24 hours a day, seven days a week, with endless singing, dancing, and FUN options. Plan your girl's trip around Honky Tonk Highway, which is a row of honky tonks on Lower Broadway, pumping live music into the streets from 10am to 3am. That’s where you can find Dierks Bentley's Whiskey Row, Tequila Cowboy, The Stage on Broadway, Miranda Lambert’s Casa Rosa, AJ's Good Time Bar, and so many more! Printers Alley is a local spot within walking distance of Broadway with fun speakeasies, hidden bars, and karaoke. Or mix up your night by crafting your own cocktails at Liquor Lab before the Honky Tonk begins.

Cruise the streets on board a Barrels of Fun tour for premium transportation to one distillery, winery, and brewery to taste the local drink scene. If you want to take the party out to the Cumberland River, Pontoon Saloon is a floating Honky Tonk on the water.

While you’re downtown, stop at Hampton Social, a 3-story Instagrammable restaurant with a "Rosé All Day" lounge, live acoustic music, and a new rooftop terrace with outdoor and indoor seating. For a unique experience, head over to Pinewood Social, a multi-activity hangout spot with a coffee bar, full restaurant, swimming pool, and a bowling alley with six restored bowling lanes for a feel of vintage bowling.