Uncover Nashville's Hidden Gems: Art, Music Studios, Dive Bars & Serene Escapes
Nashville is renowned for its music scene, but it offers much more. Dive into historic and contemporary art, unwind in beautiful gardens or unique churches, deepen your passion for music, or relax at a classic dive bar.
For Art Enthusiasts
Country music legends often got their start thanks to vibrant posters from Hatch Show Print. The Hatch brothers famously said, "advertising without posters is like fishing without worms." Their iconic woodblock, cold-type style using one or two colors is highly collectible. Past exhibits, like the one through April 2020 showcasing 140 years of letterpress and design, highlight its legacy. Tours of this historic shop are available.
Explore Nashville's vibrant street art murals in areas like 12 South, The Gulch, and East Nashville. Start at the "I Believe in Nashville" sign (2702 12th Ave S), "Make Music Not War" (2901 12th Ave S), and the floral wall (2900 12th Ave S). Further out, find "Wish for Peace" at 4822 Charlotte Pike and the Instagram-famous "What Lifts You" angel wings at 302 11th Ave S. With over 60 murals citywide, visit the Nashville Walls Project for more.
For Music Lovers
Follow in the footsteps of country and rock icons at seven historic studios on Music Row, a National Treasure. Centered on 17th Avenue South, this hub has shaped Nashville's industry for nearly 70 years. Highlights include Columbia Studio A/Quonset Hut (Dylan, Cash), House of David Studios (Elvis's secret entrance), and Ocean Way. Walking tours and studio visits are offered.
Don't miss Third Man Records by Jack White (White Stripes, Raconteurs)—a record store, studio, and lounge with live sessions. Tours run Fridays and Saturdays, first-come, first-served.
Grimey's is a must: exceptional record store and intimate venue hosting acts like John Prine, Molly Tuttle, and St. Paul & The Broken Bones.
For Unique Experiences
Skip the Honky Tonk Highway for fresh or timeless spots.
Springwater Supper Club & Lounge, Nashville's oldest dive bar, boasts Prohibition-era tales, Al Capone and Jimmy Hoffa gambling, and celebrity visits.
Pinewood Social offers bites, beers, cocktails, six bowling lanes, bocce, and a pool—perfect for all-day fun.
Suzy Wong’s House of Yum delivers tapas, sushi, shared plates, yum bowls, plus drag dinners (Fri-Sat) and brunches (Sat-Sun).
For Relaxation and Serenity
Escape the buzz at Cheekwood Estate & Gardens: 55 acres of botanic beauty, art museum, and historic manor. Past highlights include Dale Chihuly's glass sculptures.
Visit Downtown Presbyterian Church, a National Historic Landmark with Egyptian Revival architecture. Tours Tuesdays and Thursdays reveal its temple-like interior.
