I could probably write a million of these same posts. I mean, this is really an updated version of my most popular post: 20 Things to Do on Your Second Trip to Nashville. That was written in 2021, and it continues to be my most viewed post of all time. So I thought it was about time for an update version. Like I said in that one, I will never tell you not to do the touristy things when you visit a city or town for the first time. It’s just part of the experience. Those touristy things are likely things you have seen on TV shows or movies or things you’ve heard about all your life. Don’t be ashamed to at least go do them once. But, as a local, I’m inclined to visit more of the local spots, the places off of Broadway. That’s why I make these lists – to share the hidden gems or just highlight places I think are great. They are places all around town. While they are mostly bars and restaurants, I’ve included a few other things that are just fun activities that you can add to your itinerary if you have time or if it just sounds like something that fits YOU. I say it in every post, and I’ll say it again: always create your own list!! I only write lists like this to give you all the ideas that you might want, and you can create the perfect itinerary for you from there. If you want to see more of my lists about Nashville, just click here: Best of Nashville. 1. Arrington Vineyards Nashville is definitely not known for its vineyards, but Arrington Vineyards has become a hot spot for the Nashville crowd. It is located south of Nashville, at least 40 minutes away, closer to Franklin. It is such a fun spot to go with a group, with your family, or on a date. The property is huge, and there is space to bring your blankets, your lawn chairs, or just sit at one of the many picnic tables and spend an afternoon or evening. They have a couple indoor areas where they hold events and classes, and you can head inside the store to get yourself a drink or charcuterie supplies. I opted for the wine flight, and we brought a bunch of cheese, fruit, and crackers to snack on before playing games with my friends. They also do live music outside, and it makes for a picturesque night with the string lights and sunset. If you’re visiting, you’ll definitely need a car to get here, but you can book transportation on their website through their recommendations. Head here for a wine tasting or tour, but book in advance! If it’s a hot day, try to get there on the earlier side to get a spot in the shade, because those fill up fast and the sun is scorching in that Tennessee heat. For more information, click here: Arrington Vineyards. 2. Eastside Bowl Eastside Bowl is a bowling alley, diner, arcade, bar, and music venue all in one place. Located in an old K-Mart building, it easily fits it all, and they do it well. With a retro vibe, it is the perfect place for a group hang out, a date, a weekend brunch, or just a quiet place to hang out at the bar by yourself (during the week at least). Sometimes I get so annoyed at the parking situation at different places, but no fear, because this parking lot is huge. They have a full bar, and you can rent your bowling shoes and lane for a reasonable price. When you’re bowling, you can play different fun games or just a regular game. They have servers that come to your lane and take your order, whether that be food or drinks. I’ve even seen companies do large group events here. This is definitely a fun spot to hang out if you want to get out of the chaos of downtown. You can even head to Dee’s down the road after for a fun dive bar vibe with live music. For more information, click here: Eastside Bowl. 3. Brewery Tour (Music City Brew Hop) So I first saw the trolley for Music City Brew Hops from my window at my house. I kept seeing it, so I finally looked it up, and it looks so fun. If you’re a brewery fan, this is a great option so that you can see a bunch of the popular ones in town. If you don’t have a car, or you just plan to have a drink at all the stops, this is the perfect option. It takes you to about 7 different breweries, mostly around East Nashville and Germantown. It also makes a stop downtown to hop on, so you can easily be picked up there. For a 1-day pass, it costs only $39. The breweries on the list are Crazy Gnome, Tailgate, Southern Grist, East Nashville Beer Works, Bearded Iris, Monday Night, and Barrique. I’ve been to all of these except Barrique, and they are all great breweries. You can also do your own brewery tour, because Nashville has tons of them. For a full list of breweries, click here: 15+ Breweries and Craft Beer to Try in Nashville. To get more info about the trolley, click here: Music City Brew Hop. 4. Sid Gold’s Request Room I think Sid Gold’s is highly underrated, but that also makes it a great place to visit for a second trip to Nashville. It is located in the East Nashville/Inglewood area, and it is a piano bar/karaoke bar. They also have locations in Detroit and NYC too. You definitely should make a reservation if you plan to go, just in case! It can fill up, especially on busier nights. It is a smaller room, but there is a bar that surrounds the piano and multiple tables that fill up the rest of the space. The pianist plays for a while, and then they switch to karaoke. You can pick from a book and soon, you’ll be singing karaoke live with the piano as your backup! Sid Gold’s does have a 2-drink or $20 minimum I believe, so you can either get a couple drinks or some food. I’ve gotten to sit at the bar by the piano before, and everyone in there is having such a good time. The piano players are all super talented too. For more information, click here: Sid Gold’s Request Room. 5. Third Coast Comedy Club After I saw an improv comedy show in Orlando, I really wanted to find one in Nashville. It’s like being at a real-life “Whose Line Is It Anyway?”. Well, look no further than Third Coast Comedy. They are both an improv school and improv shows group, and they are SO fun. Our whole group ended up sitting front and center, and we loved it. They go through different types of skits that they haven’t heard before they are on stage, and they always take audience recommendations as the prompts. This is how you know it is legit, because people are just screaming out different words and phrases. The shows are about $20 usually, and it is located in the Marathon Village area of town. Their location also has a bar and lounge area where you can hang out and get some drinks before the show. For more information or to book a show, click here: Third Coast Comedy Club. 6. The Co-Op If you’re a frosé drinker, you’ll love The Co-Op. The decorations in here are fun, flirty, and cute, and it is definitely a place for the girls. It is located in the Hillsboro Village area, so there is plenty of shopping and other stops right around the corner. It is also connected to a Grilled Cheeserie! The Co-Op serves up tons of frosé flavors, as well as breakfast items, sandwiches, and salads if you’re hungry. This isn’t only local to Nashville, but it is still fun to visit if you don’t have one where you live. You pretty much have to get the frosé flight if you’re going, because there are so many fun flavors to try. Plus, a sign that says “I Slept with Harry Styles” is iconic, which you saw at the beginning of this post. Definitely check this place out if you’re in the area and you want a unique little brunch or if it’s hot outside and you want to cool down with some frozen drinks. They also have other drinks available if you don’t want frosé. For more information, click here: The Co-Op. 7. Fryce Cream Sticking with sweets, we’ve got Fryce Cream. Located on 12 South, there is so much you’ll see as you walk in this neighborhood, but you’ve got to stop in at Fryce Cream. Here, you can get the soft serve of your choice with fries of your choice. I was lucky enough to go to a free event there, so we got to try a flight of soft serve and fries. They came with recommended pairings, but it was really fun to try each flavor of soft serve with each flavor of fries. The menu is basically fully customizable, and they serve more than just soft serve and fries. Basically, you start with soft serve which is usually vanilla, chocolate, swirl, or seasonal. Then, you can add whatever toppings from the list to your soft serve and then choose your fry seasoning. The flavors are so unique, and there is something for everyone. You can also choose from a variety of different dips for the fries. If you’re like me and you need salty with sweet and vice versa, definitely check this place out for a treat. They don’t have a website, but you can check out their Instagram: @frycecream. 8. Noble’s One of my favorite places in East Nashville is Noble’s. They have great food, good drinks, and it is always just so much. It has a sport’s bar feel to it, and it’s got a downstairs with a bunch of tables where the main restaurant is. Go upstairs, and it is a 21+ bar with a pool table, a sort of lounge area, and a patio. This is definitely a local favorite, and people would probably be mad at me for sharing, but only people who like these kinds of places will go anyway so it doesn’t matter. It is definitely not a bachelorette destination. I like to recommend Noble’s for good southern food if you don’t want to go somewhere like Edley’s or Martin’s, because it has a long list of meats and amazing sides that people overlook too much. I also almost always get the cheese curds here, because I mean, cheese curds. 9. Fat Bottom One of my favorite breweries in Nashville, and a local favorite, is Fat Bottom in the Nations area. If you’re on the west side of town and looking for a fun yet casual place to eat and drink, you should head here. It is actually who my sister used for her wedding drinks and catering! Their Brussels sprouts changed my life, and I could eat them every day if I had the chance. They do have a full food menu, and their beers are all pretty good. They also sell Bravazzi which is the Italian hard sodas, and that’s a great option for people who don’t like beer. I believe they also serve a full bar, so you shouldn’t have any trouble finding something to drink. Their space is quite large, with two stories on the inside, plenty of tables, and a large open beer garden/patio area. Being in the Nations, there is plenty of stuff to do near it also. For a fun brewery experience and to try the beer of the Nashville Soccer League, head to Fat Bottom. For more information, click here: Fat Bottom Brewing. 10. The...