Y'all, there is a full-scale replica of the Parthenon in Centennial Park. Brian proposed right outside of it!!

Yep, that's right! You can go check out the country music greats right in the middle of Music City!

This is one of Tayler's favorites. We stumbled upon this hidden gem randomly one day. You MUST try the bonuts!

Biscuits, grits, sweet potato pancakes, country ham. If you’re looking for a traditional southern-style breakfast with big ol’ helpin's, this is the place. Opened in 1951 by Lon and Annie Loveless, the restaurant is a Nashville tradition. Check out the Loveless Cafe shop for biscuit mix, t-shirts, and home decor. Oh, and stick around on Wednesday evenings for the variety show Music City Roots, the Lovelesses’ own mini-version of the Opry. Call ahead and make reservations. It's usually pretty easy to get in though!

If it's on your bucket list to check out Nashville's famous "hot chicken," then Hattie B's is a must-try. The lines tend to be long, so go for an early or late lunch to avoid the crowds!

If you’re looking to venture a little farther and love whiskey - Lynchburg, Tennesee, is only about 90 minutes from Nashville. This tiny, dry town is the home of the top-selling American whiskey in the world—Jack Daniel’s. Every year, Lynchburg attracts over 300,000 visitors looking to see how Tennessee whiskey is made. I suggest calling ahead for the tour!

No trip to Nashville would be complete without experiencing the radio show that “made country music famous.” Since 1925, the Opry has been mixing music, comedy skits and live commercials into its down-home Saturday night broadcast. Today, it features contemporary artists like Carrie Underwood, Kelsea Ballerini, and Brad Paisley sharing the bill with country music legends. Ask about the Grand Ole Opry backstage tours!

Check out the Gulch! There are a ton of great shops and Nashville restaurants. The Gulch is home to the famous "What Lifts You Wings" mural by Kelsey Montague. Get your photo taken in front of this Nashville art staple!

The Hermitage, Home of President Andrew Jackson, is one of the largest and most visited presidential homes in the United States, and has been named the #1 historic house in Tennessee. Go take a tour!

If you want to go chasing waterfalls, then head to Cummins Falls State Park. We hiked Cummins Falls two years ago, and the waterfalls were incredible!! It's about an hour and 20 minutes outside of Nashville. Parking was easy, and you don't have to walk far to see the waterfalls.

Broadway is a major thoroughfare in the downtown area in Nashville,
Tennessee. It includes Lower Broadway, an entertainment district
renowned for honky tonks and live country music. The street is also home
to retail shops, restaurants, dessert spots, tourist attractions, and a
few hotels. Although Broadway is always a good time at night (we love Tootsies, Acme, Luke Bryan's Bar, and Country Legends), it is also fun to check out during the day. Go have lunch on Broadway; live music plays all hours of the day!

Frothy Monkey is THE Nashville coffee shop. There are multiple locations of Frothy Monkey throughout the city. It's also a great place to get a light lunch.

Although Frothy Monkey might be the most famous Nashville coffee shop, Tayler's favorite place to grab a cup of joe is Ugly Mugs. She spent countless days studying there. Right next door is 5 Daughter's Bakery, where breakfast meets dessert meets heaven.

Our favorite BBQ joint! Ask for the brisket tacos - they are no longer on the menu but if you ask, you shall receive. You won't regret it!!

Drive down Music Row!

Check out the "I Believe in Nashville" mural. Although the building was hit by a tornado, the mural continued to stand strong. It's a beautiful symbol of how strong the Nashvillian community is!

While you are on your way to Proper Bagel bagel shop, drive past Belmont University! The architecture is incredible. This is where Tayler went to law school.

If you want to snag a quick breakfast or lunch, check out Proper Bagel! It's situated right behind Belmont University and occupies the street with other restaurants and shops, such as Bongo's Java (a Nashville coffee shop) and Chago's.

Tayler's favorite burger joint! Make sure you order the parmesan truffle fries.

Dino’s is East Nashville's oldest dive bar. The walls are covered with photos of the greats - Dolly, Cash, and Willy Nelson. We stumbled upon this hidden gem while living in East Nash. Dino's is known for it's "Dino's cheeseburger." Although it's hidden in plain sight, Dino's was voted Top 3 Burgers in the country by Bon Appetit Magazine and visited by the one and only, Anthony Bourdain for his "Parts Unknown" in 2016.

Brian's favorite pizza parlor in Nashville!

Check out the Bluebird Cafe - the place where many famous singer/songwriters got their start! The Bluebird is a hub for music publishers scouting out new talent, as well as a place that many music stars call home. It's not uncommon for famous musicians (like T-Swift, Brad Paisley, and Garth Brooks) to show up and play for an unexpecting crowd. The cafe is small and has weird reservation policies, so check out the website!!! Reservations are done online, NOT over the phone. You can't book months in advance - it's a first come, first serve basis. As of me typing this, Monday shows become available at 12 p.m. on the day of the show, Tuesday-Thursday shows become available a week in advance at 8 a.m., Friday-Sunday shows become available the Monday of that week at 8 a.m. Availability looks different for any pre-pay/pre-sale shows!

Belle Meade began in 1807 with a log cabin and 250 acres. Over time, and with the dedication of the Harding and Jackson families and the workers who lived there before and after Emancipation, this site became one of the largest thoroughbred horse farms in the South. Check out the Belle Meade Plantation's Historic Tours, Food and Wine Pairings, Bourbon Tastings, and Guided Segway Tours. The site also offers outstanding Gift Shops and is the home of The Belle Meade Winery and The Belle Meade Meat & Three.

Check out this historical and incredible estate. The botanical gardens will leave you awestruck!

Make your dinner reservations at this American eatery, listen to singer/songwriters play their tunes, and enjoy a few cocktails!

Walk through Printer's Alley on your way to Broadway!

If you're looking for a cool Nashville T-Shirt, look no further!! Project 615 has the best (non-touristy) Nashville apparel.

Have a picnic and check out this amazing winery. This is where we had our engagement photos taken!

Go downtown and tour the Ryman! Ryman Auditorium is the cathedral of country music - a museum and tribute to the greatest country music stars of the day. It is best known as the home of the iconic Grand Ole Opry show from 1943 to 1974. Built by Nashville businessman Thomas Ryman for revivalist Samuel Porter Jones, it opened in 1892 as Union Gospel Tabernacle. The Grand Ole Opry began broadcasting on radio station WSM in 1925. A Nashville institution, it could be heard in 30 states. When it got too big, it moved to three different locations until finally landing at Ryman on June 5, 1943. In the next 31 years, every show was sold out. The Grand Old Opry hosted the biggest country music stars of the day, including Eddy Arnold, Loretta Lynn, Tammy Wynette, Johnny Cash, Waylon Jennings, Dolly Parton, Patsy Cline, Minnie Pearl, Hank Williams, Roy Acuff and Chet Atkins. Its acoustics were considered among the best of any musical venue in the world. On March 16, 1974, the Grand Ole Opry moved to the new Grand Ole Opry House, which is part of the Opryland USA complex. Today, Ryman still presents weekly musical shows on a year-round basis, including Grand Ole Opry classics in the spring and summer. Ryman was added to the National Register of Historic Places in 1971 and designated a National Historic Landmark in 2001.

Check out the 12 South neighborhood for restaurants, coffee shops, and shopping (including Reese Witherspoon's store - Draper James)!