Much more than a little bit country

usic is the life and soul of Nashville – and has been for more than 200 years. No wonder they call Tennessee’s capital Music City – a place where you can hear every genre (live) every day of the year. But the honorary country-music capital of the world is a place that buzzes with creative energy across the board: as seen in the innovative fashion scene, flourishing arts communities and diverse variety of restaurants. With British Airways, you can book a direct flight to Nashville, as well as hotel and car-hire packages. Enjoy a city break like no other – and when you book a package with British Airways Holidays, you can secure your holiday with a low deposit and pay in instalments.

Looking for a pitch-perfect holiday destination? Welcome to Nashville, famed for its music, but buzzing with creative energy of every kind, from fashion and the arts to a flourishing food scene

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To get a flavour of the city’s constantly evolving culinary scene, head to trendy East Nashville for a tour of its hip restaurants, dive bars, brew pubs and cocktail joints. Join one of the Walk Eat Nashville tours to discover the people, tastes and sights of this historic neighbourhood. In South Nashville, you get an insight into the stories as well as the flavours of the local community in restaurants serving a staggering range of regional cuisine, including Ethiopian, Kurdish and Latin American, as well as all kinds of fusion dishes. One flavour you can’t miss in Nashville is hot chicken, a dish that’s loaded with spices and comes in varying degrees of heat. Then there’s meat and three, the classic southern dish where you choose one meat and three sides. Try all of these and more at Nashville Farmers’ Market, in Germantown, where the food hall features artisanal stalls and shops. Each season brings a new generation of pop-up bars across the city, especially in its smart hotels where themed rooftop bars come into their own. For a change from Broadway’s honky-tonk bars, check out the eclectic venues – including fantastic blues bars – along Printers Alley just to the north. On the south side of Broadway is SoBro, a barometer of what’s new and buzzing in Nashville.

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Days to remember

Fine art, quirky museums, intimate galleries, public art and street murals all combine to make Nashville’s art scene one of America’s most vibrant. It’s the only place in the world where you can visit a full-scale replica of the Parthenon, one of the highlights of the 132-acre Centennial Park, which also has running trails, gardens and, of course, a place for live music. Explore the changing roster of exhibitions at the Frist Art Museum, housed in a beautiful art deco building that’s as impressive as the art within. Meanwhile, Tennessee State Museum invites you to take a crash course in 13,000 years of local history. West of the city’s core, Cheekwood Estate & Gardens boasts a sprawling 55-acre botanical garden, the former home of the Cheek family and a collection of paintings, sculpture and decorative arts, as well as distinguished rotating exhibits.

British Airways Holidays offers accommodation for every price point and interest: from family-friendly hotels to hip boltholes and luxury havens. Each has been vetted and checked for quality and service. Nashville highlights include: Holston House Nashville, Unbound Collection, Hyatt As well as boasting a rooftop pool, this luxe property’s downtown location is ideal for live gigs, memorable restaurants and boutique hopping. Dream Nashville Steeped in Printers Alley heritage, this art deco-inspired hotel is walking distance from the sights, but its own buzzy restaurants make it a destination in its own right. Hutton Hotel Located near Music Row, in Midtown, this boutique hotel hosts live music, has its own recording studios and – perhaps most importantly – offers craft cocktails, wine and draft beer.

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Music, arts, cuisine and culture… there’s fun and festivities in Nashville all year round. Highlights include: February – Dine Nashville is a month-long celebration of the city’s booming culinary scene, featuring plenty of special offers, discounts and exclusive chef collaborations. March – Tin Pan South is the world’s largest songwriting festival, and in 2023 it will have been celebrating musicians and their fans for 30 years. April – Nashville Fashion Week stages world-class performances and art installations in the former CAO cigar warehouse, showcasing the work of local artists and designers. June – CMA Fest, the Ultimate Country Music Fan Experience, takes place over four jam-packed days and nights in downtown Nashville. Die-hard fans will enjoy music from across the country spectrum, featuring today’s biggest stars and much more. A portion of the proceeds are donated to the CMA Foundation whose mission is to give every child access to quality music. September – AMERICANAFEST offers five days of celebration for music fans and industry professionals alike with numerous showcases, panels, and seminars. October – Artober is a month-long celebration of the arts, where hundreds of events by film-makers, artists, dancers, actors and – of course – musicians pop up in venues across the city. December – Jack Daniel’s New Year’s Eve Live: Nashville’s Big Bash is packed with star-studded performances, fireworks and the signature Music Note Drop, which involves a huge musical note being lowered to the ground at midnight.

Rummage through the vintage shops of East Nashville and check out some of the neighbourhood’s off-the-wall offerings including Fanny’s House of Music, a captivating women-run emporium of new and vintage musical instruments; or venture south of Downtown to eclectic Third Man Records, which is owned by The White Stripes frontman Jack White. Once you’ve visited the Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum, it’s hard to resist a wander round its shop, Hatch Show Print, where you can find an enormous collection of replica vintage music posters and other high-quality musical souvenirs.

Shops that pop

It’s not just country music that gives Nashville its rhythm – although a tour of the Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum is an essential part of any visit. With more than two million artefacts in its collection (including Elvis Presley’s gold Cadillac), it provides an utterly fascinating look at the distinctly American genre that calls Nashville home. Don’t miss the chance to see a recording of Grand Ole Opry, the longest-running radio show in the world, which has been showcasing country stars for nearly 100 years, including the likes of Taylor Swift, Johnny Cash and Dolly Parton. Catch live music at the Ryman Auditorium, the “soul of Nashville”, which has been hosting live music since 1892. Everyone from Louis Armstrong to Sheryl Crow has performed at this music landmark. Over at the National Museum of African American Music, it’s one nation under a groove as the gallery celebrates black trailblazers in blues, jazz, hip-hop and more. Here you’ll be in the heart of Nashville’s Music Mile, where you’ll also find the Johnny Cash Museum, the Patsy Cline Museum and the star-studded Walk of Fame Park. Stroll down Broadway – also known as Honky Tonk Highway – and take your pick from the venues belting out live music every night of the year. Look out for the Justin Timberlake-backed Twelve Thirty Club, which combines sophisticated rooftop dining with live gigs.

Hit the right note

Each season brings a new generation of pop-up bars

Take a crash course in 13,000 years of local history

Discover eclectic record stores, museums and much more

On the menu: no Nashville trip is complete without a taste of hot chicken

At the table: enjoy live music and great food at The Listening Room Cafe

In the frame: take a tour of the quirky East Nashville neighbourhood

Perfectly placed: a full-scale replica of the Parthenon is one of Centennial Park’s highlights

Country vibes: go for a stroll at Cheekwood Estate & Gardens

Culture fix: this vibrant city has many museums and galleries to explore

Bright ideas: Nashville really comes to life at night

Vinyl heaven: Grimey’s, in East Nashville, deals in both new and ‘preloved’ music

Listen to this: the Ryman Auditorium has been hosting live music for more than a century

For the record: get in the groove at the National Museum of African American Music

In the spotlight: the country-music capital buzzes with creative energy

venues belt out live music every night of the year

Walk the line: the Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum must not be missed

Much more than a little bit country

Turn your holiday in Nashville into a road trip by booking a fly-drive package with British Airways Holidays and Avis. There’s a fascinating world of quirky towns, American Civil War sites and state parks to explore, not to mention the Jack Daniel’s distillery, Graceland and Dollywood. With British Airways Holidays, you’ll have full Atol protection and 24/7 support. And if your trip is cancelled, you’re guaranteed a refund within 14 days. Book your holiday with a low deposit and you’ll have up to seven weeks before departure to pay the balance. And pack for the occasion, with a baggage allowance of 23kg per person at no extra cost.

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There’s a fascinating world of quirky towns and state parks to explore

However you decide to explore Nashville, the flexibility of British Airways Holidays means low deposits – starting from £60 per person – the chance to pay in instalments that suit you and 23kg of hold luggage included as standard. Bookings with British Airways Holidays are Atol-protected, with a 24-hour holiday helpline on hand during your trip.

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usic is the life and soul of Nashville – and has been for more than 200 years. No wonder they call Tennessee’s capital Music City – a place where you can hear every genre (live) every day of the year. But the honorary country-music capital of the world is a place that buzzes with creative energy across the board: as seen in the innovative fashion scene, flourishing arts communities and diverse variety of restaurants. With British Airways, you can book a direct flight to Nashville, as well as hotel and car-hire packages. Enjoy a city break like no other – and when you book with British Airways Holidays, you can secure your holiday with a low deposit and pay in instalments.