What to do and see in Downtown Nashville, Tennessee (TN): The Best Nightlife

December 2, 2021 Timmy Ribble

With live music to be heard all across town, 24/7, 365 days a year, Music City lives up to its name. From honky-tonk bands jamming at Tootsie’s Orchid Lounge to songwriters in the round at the Bluebird Cafe and country music legends rocking the Grand Ole Opry, you never know who you might see. The creative spirit from Nashville's music landscape flows into the area's myriad art galleries, up-and-coming fashion scene, historic landmarks and chef-driven restaurants.
Restaurants in Nashville

1. TENN on Top

118 7th Avenue Rooftop bar at the Holston House, Nashville, TN 37203 +1 615-392-1234 http://holstonhousenashville.hyatt.com/en/hotel/dining/tenn-on-top.html
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5.0 based on 1 reviews

TENN on Top

2. Nashville Pub Crawler

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5.0 based on 13 reviews

Nashville Pub Crawler

Have you ever wanted your own personal guide while in town? What about inside information on everything Nashville? Join us for a Nashville pub crawl. We take you along Broadway and 2nd Ave to introduce you to many of the coolest bars in town. We typically crawl for two hours and have secured drink specials for you at each of the bars we go to. You will also get to learn some history and fun facts about Nashville! We specialize in any size parties. If you are by yourself and just want to hang, come along. Have a bachelorette or bachelor party, we keep you just as entertained! We even do corporate parties. We can specialize a crawl to your very needs. You will never feel alone and you will definitely feel like a local! If you want a private pub crawl for your group, call or text us and we will set something up. We crawl everyday no matter what the weather is. Our scheduled crawls are on Fridays at 4pm, Saturday and Sundays at 1pm and 4pm. During the week they are typically at 4pm. This pub crawl goes to bars that require a legal state I.D. or Passport. You must be 21+ to join us.

3. Nightly Spirits Ghost Tours

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5.0 based on 99 reviews

Nightly Spirits Ghost Tours

Nightly Spirits Historic Haunted Pub Tours take a look at some of the most haunted places in Nashville, while allowing time to really enjoy the "spirits" along the way. Our tours stop at four amazing pubs/bars and give you a look into their haunted and historic past. Come try us out, this isn't your ordinary ghost tour and we are confident that you will love our costumed guides!

4. The Ville Tours

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5.0 based on 255 reviews

The Ville Tours

Want to experience Nashville from a locals perspective? We bring high end tour experiences to the next level. From Nashville's #1 All-Inclusive Pub Crawl to a custom private pub crawl or tour you will be raving about all week long. The Ville Tours are always raising the bar and making sure our tours will be the highlight of your visit. Here for a convention? Contact us and find out why we are Nashville’s premier custom tour company. Private groups range from 8-1000 people.

5. Robert's Western World

416B Broadway, Nashville, TN 37203-3931 +1 615-244-9552 [email protected] http://robertswesternworld.com
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4.5 based on 576 reviews

Robert's Western World

A traditional Nashville dive with cheap beer and live country music.

Reviewed By pahadoc - Aachen, Germany

I think this is the best place to visit on the Nashville Broadway. True honky tonk atmosphere, fantastic music , friendly staff. Definitely recommendede

6. Bourbon Street Blues and Boogie Bar

220 Printers Aly, Nashville, TN 37201-1403 +1 615-242-5837 http://www.bourbonstreetbluesandboogiebar.com/
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4.5 based on 524 reviews

Bourbon Street Blues and Boogie Bar

Blues bar.

Reviewed By Maryrichard

Was able to buy tickets ahead for a table near the stage, awsome show, the band "big shoes" , soooooo good, a very talented group of musicians with long resumes...had so much fun that night, great bar, great show.

7. Legends Corner

428 Broadway, Nashville, TN 37203-3931 +1 615-248-6334 http://www.legendscorner.com/
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4.5 based on 493 reviews

Legends Corner

Reviewed By wsguyer

We celebrated my husband's birthday there. Great bar, friendly staff, fun atmosphere! The band was awesome.

8. The Second Fiddle

420 Broadway, Nashville, TN 37203-3931 +1 615-248-4818 [email protected] http://thesecondfiddle.com/
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4.5 based on 210 reviews

The Second Fiddle

Reviewed By 772terrib

We visited The Second Fiddle on the first day (Thursday) of CMA Fest. There was an awesome band playing there with a fiddle player which is one of my favorite instruments in a band. We didn’t eat there but only had drinks but the waitress was very friendly. There was a great vibe to the place!

9. The Stage on Broadway

412 Broadway, Nashville, TN 37203-3931 +1 615-726-0504 http://thestageonbroadway.com/theStageOn/home.php
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4.5 based on 686 reviews

The Stage on Broadway

Reviewed By Q7588ZEdang - Cedar Rapids, United States

Live music on sunday afternoon and heard Brandon Harris band and some great music for 2 hours. The Stage was recommended as a perfect place to listen to some great music by some talented artists. Cold beer excellent acusitics. Can't go wrong if you are wanting live country music.

10. Layla's Bluegrass Inn

418 Broadway, Nashville, TN 37203-3931 +1 615-726-2799 http://www.laylasnashville.com
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4.5 based on 264 reviews

Layla's Bluegrass Inn

Reviewed By X251YBQuahMom

We love to go to Layla's when we go downtown for great music. We were lucky to be there when Layla was onstage playing. They had great young talent come on stage to sing with them and put on a great show for country and bluegrass music. This place never disappoints and they are in the business for the music and musicians, not for the over hype of Nashville and tourists. Best place to go to listen to real music and enjoy a cold drink.

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