Nashville is known as Music City, and with good reason. Besides being considered as the home of country music, it is home to a plethora of music-themed attractions, including the Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum, Ryman Auditorium, Bluebird Cafe, and the Listening Room. Those who aren’t audiophiles will also enjoy other attractions of the city, such as Cheekwood, Belle Meade, Percy Warner, Radnor Lake, and Centennial Park. Want to go on the road less traveled as far as tourism is concerned. Check out this list of the best Airbnb experiences in Nashville, Tennessee.
1. Get your fortune told while enjoying a drink (from USD 65.0)
The day drinking may be enough to sway some travelers to try out this activity. Those who believe in mysticism or are open-minded about it, however, will love the fact that this activity also includes getting their fortunes told by their host. If the guests are up for more fun, they can play a few games, listen to live music, or grab some food and drinks afterward. At the end of the experience, guests are rewarded with a handmade pendant bearing a beautiful stone or gem.
Palm Reading & Day Drinking
Duration: 2 hours
2. Take the best snaps in Nashville (from USD 99.0)
Selfie kings and queens, this is the perfect activity for you! This activity will take you to The Gulch, one of the most glamorous neighborhoods in Nashville. The host will guide you to the most iconic spots in the area, so you can get the opportunity to have your photos taken by no less than a professional photographer, who’ll also give you tips and tricks on how to pose for those Insta-worthy pictures. You can even bring props and accessories, if you want to amp up your selfie game.
Iconic Nashville Instagram Photo Shoot with a Pro
Duration: 1 hour
3. Perfect your biscuit baking skills (from USD 65.0)
Get the opportunity to learn to bake classic Southern biscuits and enjoy some mimosas on the side with this activity. Here, you will learn to bake not just one, but three different types of biscuits, namely classic buttermilk, white cheddar drop, and mini cinnamon sugar, along with the perfect sweet and savory sauces. Reward yourself not just with your creations, but also with some mimosas.
Southern Biscuit Cooking Class
Duration: 2 hours
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4. Go bar-hopping (from USD 39.0)
Locals are the best people to ask where the best watering holes are, and this tour will allow you to hit the best bars in the city. Besides kicking back with a few drinks, this activity will also allow you to have fun dancing, playing some trivia games, enjoying views of the Tennessee skyline, and even riding a bull - a mechanical one, anyway. The best part? You don’t have to wait in line to get into the bars.
Bachelorette Broadway Bull Riding, Karaoke, Pics, Fun & More
Duration: 2 hours
5. Work with a Nashville songwriter and come up with a new song (from USD 690.0)
This is the chance of frustrated lyricists to make their dream a reality. You will not only get the opportunity to meet an actual songwriter and learn the basics of songwriting from him, you will also get the chance to work with him to compose not just lyrics, but the accompanying melody on piano and guitar. To cap it off, you will even get the opportunity to hear your song, as this package includes recording the song - vocals and instruments - that you will be given as a souvenir from your three-hour session.
Write & record w/ Nashville songwriter
Duration: 3 hours
6. Make your own guitar string ring (from USD 30.0)
What better souvenir to take home with you to remind you of the fun you had in the Music City than making your own guitar string ring? The host will walk guests through the process of making this accessory. They will then have 30 minutes to make as many as rings as they want, with the host’s assistance. If they wish, they can add some beads to their creations to jazz these up.
Hand Make A Guitar-String Ring
Duration: 1 hour
7. Get behind the pottery wheel (from USD 95.0)
Ever wanted to try your hand at pottery but haven’t had the chance to do so? You can get your hands dirty right here in Nashville by going on a private pottery wheel throwing lesson. Whether you’re a beginner or an experienced in ceramics, you’ll have plenty of fun creating your own pieces, be it the cups, bowls, or vases. Your finished work will be glazed and fired by your host. If you wish it, she can mail it to your home; shipping charges are to be covered by the guests.
Private Pottery Lesson - Wheel Throwing
Duration: 2 hours
8. Learn to paint while drinking (from USD 40.0)
By now, you’ve probably heard of those arts places where you get to enjoy a glass of wine while trying your hand at painting. This activity offers a different take on this, allowing guests to get their hands on some power tools to use in creating a unique art piece while having a drink and a snack. With some guidance from the host, you will be given the freedom to create, from design to painting and staining, so you can bring home a unique keepsake by the end of the time you spend in the shop.
Create & Celebrate, Bang Sip Paint
Duration: 1.5 hours
9. Spend a day hiking near Nashville (from USD 70.0)
Nashville might be known for its urban attractions, but did you know there are gorgeous natural attractions surrounding the city? This adventure will take you outside Nashville, where there are hiking trails for all abilities. This activity will take you on a trail that will pass through a creek bed, a waterfall, and a swimming hole, where you get the opportunity to take a dip before heading back to the city. Make sure to bring your camera with you, because there are plenty of picture-perfect places along the way.
Hike a trail less traveled
Duration: 6 hours
10. See how Nashville looks from the sky (from USD 110.0)
This activity will give you a bird’s-eye view of Nashville, literally. This adventure includes a 15-minute helicopter ride above the city, where you can see famous landmarks, such as the Tennessee State Capitol, the Country Music Hall of Fame, Nissan Stadium, and Tootsie’s Orchid Lounge (to name but a few). If you want, wine or champagne can be provided. Pro tip: book the sunset tour, so you can add a romantic touch to your tour.
Helicopter Tour of Nashville
Duration: 1 hour
Explore the unconventional in Nashville
Nashville is a favorite destination among tourists because of its proven and tested tourist draws. However, there’s more to the city than these attractions. Try out these activities and get the chance to see a different facet of Nashville.
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