Let’s Visit Nashville, Tennessee This Summer!

Jul 12, 2025

Nashville is a bustling city full of vibrant history, not just from the Music industry but American history as well! The city is also a premiere destination for shopping, live music, and an up-and-coming foodie scene. It’s also one of the fastest growing cities in the US thanks to its bustling night-life and entertainment scene, and exciting things to do. Of course, it’s also quite beautiful with plenty of parks and trails to explore as well as historic buildings and museums. We highly recommend checking out this colorful, creative, and lively city!

Our list is by no means an exhaustive one, and there are so many more places to explore beyond what we’ve listed, but if you’re only there for a short time, our list will get you the core vision of the city in just a few days. So, what are you waiting for? Hop in your new car from Classic Toyota of Waukegan and let’s explore Nashville together!

Ryman Hall is the former site of the Grand Ole Opry, and one of music’s most iconic stages! Known as the “Mother Church”, the facility is a world renowned concert hall that has a rich and storied history in music legend! Book a self guided, guided backstage, or VIP tour to learn about the history of the venue, view the rock and roll hall of fame exhibit, and learn more about Nashville’s legendary presence in the music industry.

Grand Ole Opry is a classic Nashville Tour Stop! Book a behind the scenes tour, learn about the past and present of country music, and learn the history of the venue and its evolution since 1925 when it began as a 1-hour radio show on WSM. And of course, you’ll have to book tickets to a show to experience the magic live for yourself!

Texas Troubadour Theatre is a wonderful historic spot to enjoy live radio shows and musical performances, and is also home to a non denominational Sunday worship service if you’re into that sort of thing. It’s right across the street to the Gaylord Opryland Resort, which would be the perfect way to end your day, enjoying live music with the family!

Country Music Hall of Fame Museum showcases an extensive musical collection with more than 2 million artifacts from the country music recording industry. It’s one of the country’s premiere institutes and libraries for preserving American music history, as well as one of the world’s largest museums dedicated to music. Visit on your own self-guided, or schedule a tour with a local guide and group.

“Music Row” is set in the heart of Nashville, and is home to just about every record label, radio station, and recording studio in the Country Music industry. Many streets in the area are even named in honour of country music stars! You can take a sightseeing tour and get an in-depth look at the industry for a more intimate experience. You’ll even find RCA Studio B, home to recording artists like Elvis and Dolly Parton! And if you play your cards right, you might catch a glimpse of some of your country music faves as they head in for a session or stroll about the town.

Tennessee State Museum is a wonderful new place to explore the history of Tennessee in depth! The rotating series of exhibitions and permanent collections cover the rich cultural history of the state. Enjoy lectures and workshops on the history of community, culinary traditions, entertainment and music, sports and so much more. Explore and learn about the Civil War, check out artifacts and clothing, and get an up close look at history.

Lane Motor Museum of course holds a special place in our heart as car enthusiasts. It is home to the largest collection of European Cars and Motorcycles in the whole USA! Explore the permanent collection and a rotating series of exhibits with memorabilia, media, and more. Your whole family will love looking at the unique cars and vehicles and archival goodies!

Frist Art Museum is located in the historical building of a former US Post Office, this 24,000 square foot facility is dedicated to providing locals with a rotating collection of arts programming, historical artifacts, and in depth overview of art from around the globe. You’ll find everything from paintings to sculptures to lectures to historical costuming! It’s a fantastic place where fun meets curiosity and education.

Natchez Trace Parkway is a historic forest trail and roadway that runs 400+ miles from Nashville down to Natchez in Mississippi, and is a great mini-road trip side step on your getaway. This route commemorates the “Old Natchez Trace” route, originally created and used by Native Americans in the region for centuries; later, European traders and American explorers used it as a trade/travel route between eastern states and southern frontier land with food and lodging stations dotting the way. It’s now one of the most used Federal Roads in the entire National Parks System!

Marathon Village is housed in the brick building of the former Marathon Motor Works automotive factory which was built in 1881! This historic building is home to a bustling creative community including small businesses, one-of-a-kind retail shops, a bourbon distillery, antiques shops and more. You’ll also find a wide variety of special events, workshops, and lecture series open to the public. Plus, it’s a hotspot for eclectic nightlife activities and offers a plethora of dining options for all tastes and palettes.

The Nashville Parthenon at Centennial Park is an incredibly impressive full-scale replica of the Athens Parthenon in Greece, since Nashville was known as “Athens of the South.” Originally built in 1897 as part of the Tennessee Centennial Expo, the city tore the structure down in 1920, rebuilt it in 1931, and it was again renovated and restored in 2001. The Parthenon is open 7 days a week to the general public