Nashville is one of the top guys trip destinations in the country and it keeps getting better. The food scene is legitimate, the bars go well beyond Broadway, there's live music everywhere, and if sports are part of the plan, the city delivers there too. Here's how to build a trip worth taking.
Get the Right Accommodation
For a guys trip, a large Airbnb in East Nashville or Germantown beats hotel rooms every time. You get a shared common space, a full kitchen if anyone wants to cook (or just needs a place to pre-game), and more room than four hotel rooms stacked on top of each other. For a group of 6-10, a 3-5 bedroom property in East Nashville is the standard call.
Nashville Nightlife Beyond Broadway
Broadway is the obvious starting point but it's not where Nashville's best bars are. For craft cocktails, head to No. 308 or The Patterson House (book ahead — it's small). For beer, Jackalope Brewing and Tennessee Brew Works are both worth an afternoon. For live music beyond the honky-tonks, The Basement, Exit/In, and the Station Inn are the real deal.
Sports in Nashville
Nashville has the Predators (NHL), the Titans (NFL), and Nashville SC (MLS). A Predators game at Bridgestone Arena is one of the better live sporting experiences in the country — the crowd is loud and the arena is excellent. Check schedules for your weekend early, as games often sell out and good seats go fast.
Nashville Golf
Nashville has solid golf options within a reasonable drive. The Grove in College Grove (about 45 minutes south) is the standout — a world-class private course that occasionally opens for resort guests. Hermitage Golf Course has two public courses closer to the city. For simulator golf, X-Golf Nashville in the Gulch is a solid option if weather doesn't cooperate.
Best Meals for a Guys Trip
Arnold's Country Kitchen for lunch (cash only, weekdays only — plan for it). Husk or The 404 Kitchen for a serious dinner. Skull's Rainbow Room for steak and jazz. The charcuterie and burger at The 404 Kitchen. Prince's Hot Chicken is mandatory if no one has been. For a group of 8+, call ahead for everything — Nashville restaurants fill up.
Bourbon and Distillery Options
Tennessee whiskey is the local specialty. Nelson's Green Brier Distillery in Germantown offers excellent tours. Corsair Artisan in the Gulch is more experimental. Jack Daniel's is 90 minutes south in Lynchburg — worth the drive as a day trip if the group is into it. Most Nashville hotel bars have serious whiskey programs worth spending an hour at.
Stock the Airbnb Before You Arrive
Music City Weekend Co. can stock your Airbnb with beer, spirits, mixers, snacks, and anything else your group needs before you check in. No stopping at a grocery store when you land. Cold drinks in the fridge, breakfast items for the morning after, and any rental gear (cornhole, outdoor speakers) set up and waiting. Shop the full catalog at musiccityweekend.co/shop, or learn more about Nashville grocery delivery and fridge stocking.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Nashville a good guys trip destination?
Yes — it's consistently ranked one of the top guys trip cities in the US. The combination of excellent food, a legitimate bar scene beyond just Broadway, live sports, golf, and whiskey culture makes it work for almost any group dynamic.
What should guys do in Nashville besides Broadway?
Beyond Broadway: a Predators or Titans game, golf at a local course or simulator, Arnold's Country Kitchen for a meat-and-three lunch, craft cocktails at The Patterson House or No. 308, a distillery tour at Nelson's Green Brier, live music at The Basement or Station Inn, and Skull's Rainbow Room for steak and jazz.
How much does a guys trip to Nashville cost?
Budget $500-$900 per person for a 3-night Nashville guys trip. That covers lodging split across a large Airbnb, meals at good restaurants, bars, one or two activities, and Ubers. Sports tickets and golf are additional variables that can add $100-$300 per person depending on choices.
What is the best Airbnb neighborhood for a guys trip to Nashville?
East Nashville is the top choice — good Airbnb inventory, proximity to great bars and restaurants, and a 10-minute Uber to Broadway. Germantown is excellent for groups who want to walk to dinner. The Gulch works well if the group wants to be closer to downtown activity.