Trip to Nashville
Top 5 things to do on a Nashville trip
- Visit Centennial Park
- Check out the Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum
- Explore the Nashville Zoo
- See the Belmont Mansion
- Catch a show in the Grand Ole Opry
If you’ve never been to Nashville, you owe yourself a proper adventure of exploring the history and culture it provides.
Offering historic neighborhoods, outdoorsy excursions, and museums, there is plenty to explore in Nashville.
In addition, numerous tours can help you navigate Nashville and there are plenty of attractions, such as Centennial Park or the Nashville Zoo.
Throughout Nashville you’ll be able to marvel at its historic architecture, shop and dine downtown, visit museums, and much more.
We’ll try to help simplify your Nashville trip by providing some our favorite hotels, shops, and restaurants listed below!
Transportation options in Nashville
Our bus to Nashville takes you to the East Side of 5th Avenue, between Gay St. and Charlotte Ave.
A few of our most popular routes in Nashville include:
- Atlanta to Nashville Bus
- Chattanooga to Nashville Bus
- Louisville to Nashville Bus
- Chicago to Nashville Bus
Upon your arrival, getting around on your Nashville trip will be a breeze. Besides downtown being easily walk-able, there are many transportation options.
Take advantage of Nashville's public transportation via the Nashville MTA.
Alternatively, taxis and ride shares are readily available as well.
Learn more about Megabus' top routes.
Best places to stay in Nashville
After your long exhaustive day of sight-seeing, you’re going to need a place to crash. Nashville is widely known for its amenities and extensive hotel accommodations.
There are plenty of hotels to choose from, making a Nashville trip accessible for any traveler.
The most lavish hotels in Nashville would be the Hermitage Hotel or the Thompson Nashville, putting you in a central location to many of the city’s sights.
Alternatively, many hotels such as Best Western, Days Inn, or other rentals are available at a lower cost and offer plenty of travel options for your trip to Nashville.
Nightlife in Nashville
Nashville’s nightlife is filled with music and honky-tonk and so especially lively, you’ll find it may be hard to stay in one place.
You'll find live music and a great atmosphere at the Bourbon Street Blues and Boogie Bar on Printers Alley.
Robert’s Western World is a famous stop in town for an old fashioned Honky Tonk in Downtown Broadway.
In addition, you can find great food and cocktails at the Patterson House in while in Midtown in Music Row.
Where to shop on your Nashville trip
Whether you’re seeking retail therapy or the perfect souvenir, Nashville will be sure to meet your needs.
There will be no shortage of shopping options while you’re in the limits of Nashville.
When in Downtown Nashville, you'll find shops reflective of the Opry and music scene as well as a variety of restaurants and honky tonks.
In the Opry Mills, you can choose from a variety of outlet shops and retailers.
For more unique and vintage stores, check out either Marathon Village or the 12 South District.
Best free things to do in Nashville
- The Parthenon
- Tennessee State Museum
- Music City Walk of Fame
- Grand Ole Opry Museum
- Live music downtown
Even the most frugal of travelers will find something to love on their Nashville trip.
Home to many lakes and parks, the outdoor attractions are of no cost to you.
Take a walk along Nashville's famous Centennial Park and check out the Parthenon or visit the Grand Ole Opry Museum.
You can even soak in the culture on your trip to Nashville by walking through the broadway historic district, where it often will be buzzing with live music and activity.
Benefits of taking a bus trip to Nashville
- reserved seating
- fares starting at just $1*
When booking a Nashville trip, you’re looking for the lowest costs, trip flexibility, and the best means to arrive comfortably and safely.
Look no further, because Megabus offers the easiest and most affordable options for traveling to Nashville, with fares as low as $1*.
With the money you save on bus tickets to Nashville, you’ll be left with more to spend on your upcoming Nashville trip.
Megabus serves more than 100 cities and university campuses across North America, allowing you to choose the bus stop nearest to you and select your flexible schedule for your Nashville trip.
This will ensure that when you arrive, you can immediately begin exploring the beauty of Nashville.
On your Nashville trip, you’ll be offered the highest level of comfort and safety as well as amenities such as onboard restrooms, individual power outlets, three-point seatbelts, and reclining seats.
So if you’re planning on taking a Nashville trip, book your ticket with us today to reserve your seat and see our first-class amenities firsthand.