In recent years, Nashville has emerged as a desirable destination for girls’ weekends and bachelorette parties alike. From Broadway honky tonks and pedal taverns to drag brunch and rooftop bars with a pink oversized Dolly Parton sculpture, there are plenty of campy options for an over the top experience. But an ever growing number of luxury hotels, fine dining options, and minimalist spas proves it is possible to do a Nashville bachelorette without the matching hats and boots. To each her own, of course! And whatever type of weekend you plan, this list is a great place to start.

Where To Stay

1 Hotel Nashville

For sustainable luxury and a wellness minded approach, 1 Hotel Nashville offers a fine counterbalance to the bright lights and loud music of nearby Broadway. You’ll find locally sourced, organic produce on every menu and at the Lobby Farmstand, plus skyline views at Harriet’s Rooftop, and a variety of treatments and workouts at Bamford Wellness Spa. Plus, if you happen to have a furry mascot along for the ride, it’s pet friendly. 

Four Seasons Hotel Nashville

The Four Seasons Hotel Nashville combines classic luxury and Southern Hospitality with a convenient downtown location. Pamper yourself at the spa and salon before enjoying cocktails at the rooftop pool overlooking the Cumberland River. 

The Hermitage Hotel

If history and opulence is your thing, look no further than The Hermitage Hotel. Since 1910, the hotel has been a glamorous fixture in Nashville. A recent full-renovation brings a modern touch and an award-winning culinary team led by world-renowned Chef Jean-Georges Vongerichten. Long known for its impeccable service—plus, the staff wears uniforms designed by Reese Witherspoon’s Draper James— it’s sure to be a memorable stay for all.  

Thompson Nashville

Located in the popular Gulch neighborhood, The Thompson Hotel is convenient to downtown as well as Wedgewood-Houston and 12th South. The hotel puts an urban twist on classic country with a buzzy, boutique atmosphere and floor to ceiling windows overlooking the city skyline. 

The Joseph Nashville

An award-winning hotel in the heart of downtown Nashville, The Joseph showcases more than 1,100 pieces of rare art in a chic environment with impeccable design and unsurpassed hospitality, ideal for the most discerning. Plus, their in-house spa, Rose, offers an inviting variety of customized facials, healing massage, and revitalizing body treatments.

Where To Eat

Folk

A lively neighborhood restaurant in East Nashville, Folk is the perfect start to an evening out. With a seasonable menu presided over by Rolf & Daughters visionary Philip Krajeck, come for the delicious and shareable pizzas and stay for the specialty cocktails and an impressive list of mocktails—for a sophisticated spin on a margarita, we recommend Lost Keys. 

The Catbird Seat

For smaller groups (limited to four) with a penchant for food and planning ahead, The Catbird Seat is a true interactive culinary experience. Guests gather at a U-shape bar with a full view of the kitchen, currently helmed by chef Brian Baxter. What follows is a two-hour barrage of courses, each one more exciting than the next.

The Pancake Pantry

A Nashville institution since 1961, you can expect a line around the corner to have breakfast at this Hillsboro Village favorite. Nothing soaks up the night before quite like a stack of made-from-scratch pancakes.

Loveless Cafe

What used to be a quaint, roadside cafe has turned into something of a biscuit spectacle, complete with branded merch, on-site shops, and even a party venue. Still, it’s a classic Nashville stop and the down-home cooking is the same whether you come for brunch or “supper,” over which the famous fried chicken reigns supreme.

Mangia Nashville Ristorante

Rare is the restaurant that promises dinner and entertainment, but Mangia has both covered. Eat, drink, dance, become best friends with strangers—this immersive family style, Italian restaurant’s so-called “Weekend Feast,” involves five courses over three hours, complete with dancing and music. It will take you back to your raucous study abroad days, for better or worse. 

The Butter Milk Ranch

A long brunch at The Butter Milk Ranch is an ideal start to a shopping day in Nashville’s beloved 12th South Neighborhood. This small batch bakery offers its own take on the breakfast sandwich—it’s called The Cube and it involves an impressively-shaped croissant—alongside Southern classics and a few healthier options. 

Sinema

For a theatrical dining experience inside The Historic Melrose Theatre, Sinema serves contemporary American cuisine from executive Chef Shelby Briggs alongside a serious cocktail program. Exposed brick, tufted velvet, and a lounge-like feel all contribute to the glamorous night on the town vibes.

Suzy Wong’s Drag’N Brunch

If straight up brunch sounds a little, well, boring, then the Drag’N Brunch at Suzy Wong’s House Of Yum might take things up a notch. Three fabulous queens preside over one seating on Friday and two on Saturday and Sunday, so it’s easy to work into the itinerary.

Adele’s 

Did literally all of your girls make the trip? With a variety of private or semi-private options, Adele’s is ideal for larger groups. With a beautiful space in the heart of The Gulch, a sophisticated take on classic American cuisine, and handcrafted cocktails, it’s a crowd pleaser in more ways than one.

Where To Drink

White Limozeen

Subtlety is not on the menu at this rooftop, flamingo-pink poolside bar. The umbrellas, the chairs, the life-sized statue of Dolly Parton, even the cocktails are pink. So, embrace it and order up a round of “Queen of the Rodeos.”

Pearl Diver

Instagram-worthy tropical vibes are reason enough to come to Pearl Diver. Add the expansive patio and exotic, flavor-filled drinks with names like “Cross Continental Romance” and “Jalisco Goldmine” and it’s a dream pre-game (or post-game) destination. 

Harriet’s Rooftop

Perched atop 1 Hotel Nashville, Harriet’s Rooftop is equally promising whether you’re into people watching or skyline views. Thoughtful cocktails and an Asian-inpired menu of light bites are the perfect start to an evening out on the town. 

The Stage on Broadway

If one is to assume that all things lead to lower Broadway, then The Stage is our rowdy country bar of choice. From country music legends to up and coming stars, this multi-floor, multi-act establishment helps Nashville live up to that Music City name. It’ll charm even the most skeptical bachelorette. 

The Fox Bar & Cocktail Club

Recently recognized as the “Best Girl Dinner” in town by the Nashville Scene, The Fox Bar & Cocktail Club offers inventive signature cocktails alongside, you guessed it, snacks. If a long seated dinner is not your thing, sip cocktails while sampling Old Bay Popcorn, an impressive Charcuterie board, Pimento Cheese, or Miso Deviled Eggs. Reservations are recommended.

Attaboy

For smaller groups (6 and under), the East Nashville outpost of New York favorite Attaboy promises the same speakeasy vibes and creative cocktails. If your friends tend to like their drinks bespoke, this is your place.  

What To Do

Brave Broadway

No trip to Nashville would be complete without a stroll down Broadway and a visit to one, or a few, of its famed honky tonks. To pedal-tavern or not to pedal-tavern? That is up to you. But we do recommend popping into Robert’s, The Stage, or Tootsie’s for that dive bar with live music fix. 

The Bluebird Cafe

This unassuming club tucked inside a strip mall in Green Hills is what music dreams are made of. From aspiring songwriters to legendary musicians, The Bluebird Cafe is an institution and a peek behind the curtain of Nashville’s most famed industry. Advance tickets are highly recommended though they do leave some walk-in seats available for each show. 

Pinewood Social

From bowling and bocce ball to a sunlit patio with dipping pools, Pinewood Social is like a playground for adults, with a food and cocktail menu to match. 

Spa Day at Rose at The Joseph

Set on the 21st floor overlooking downtown Nashville, Rose at The Joseph is a sure way to elevate your bachelorette party experience. Coordinate a wide array of massages, facials, body treatments, and salon services, with a lunch at Denim, the hotel’s rooftop bar and restaurant for a day everyone is sure to remember.

Holiday Salon + Bathhouse

A serene, Finnish-inspired space in a reimagined old factory in East Nashville, Holiday Salon + Bathhouse is ideal for a relaxing day with friends. Choose between massages and facials, or book a two hour bath house session for up to ten people. Top it all off with blowouts before your night on the town. 

Frist Art Museum

If you are thinking more beauty and less Broadway, head to The Frist Art Museum which continually hosts touring exhibitions from some of the most prestigious collections in the world. One current exhibition explores the creative relationship between Lee Alexander McQueen and photographer Ann Ray, while another is a comprehensive survey of art created in the American South from 1913-1955.

A Local Hike

If an outdoor workout is your idea of a good time, Nashville offers ample opportunity. From climbing the iconic stairs at Percy Warner Park to traversing Edwin Warner’s Harpeth Woods Trail, or rounding the lake at Radnor Lake State Park, there are plenty of local spots for a brisk walk with the girls. 

Where To Shop

Darlin’ Lingerie

A “speakeasy inspired lingerie experience” in the Wedgewood Houston neighborhood, Darlin’ is a must-stop for bachelorette shoppers. (They even do private parties.) From cheeky bodysuits to delicate loungewear, there are myriad options for all shapes and styles.  

United Apparel Liquidators

Shopping this designer discount marvel is a bit like hunting for treasure amidst clothing, shoes, and accessories from brands such as Giambattista Valli, Johanna Ortiz, and Proenza Schouler. Recently spotted: Emilia Wickstead dresses, Ulla Johnson bathing suits, and a perfect white button down from The Row. Plus, with three locations across town, it’s easy to fit into any itinerary.

White’s Mercantile

This chic take on a general store is quintessential Nashville. Whether you’re shopping for yourself—see Goop beauty products, AGOLDE denim, and Natalie Martin dresses—or buying a gift for literally anyone, owner, musician, and granddaughter of the legendary Hank Williams, Holly Williams’ curation skills have you covered. The 12th South location set in an old gas station is the ideal post-brunch destination.

Draper James

The sartorial brainchild of Nashville’s own Reese Witherspoon, Draper James is a must-visit on 12th Avenue South. Come for the breezy dresses and stay for all manner of things emblazoned with “What would Dolly do?”

MODA Boutique

Tucked away in a bungalow in bustling 12th South, MODA offers a selection of contemporary brands like Xirena, Frame, and Trovata. The impressive jewelry assortment features pieces from talented designers from all over the country alongside local favorites like Robin Haley and Christina Kober.

H. Audrey

For more than a decade, this luxury fashion and lifestyle boutique owned by Holly Williams has offered  an elevated mix of brands like Nili Lotan, Zimmerman, Rachel Comey, and Smythe. Tucked inside a shopping area in Green Hills, it’s a destination in itself. 

Parnassus Books

Whether lounging by the rooftop pool or anticipating the flight home, reading material is essential. The writer Ann Patchett’s beloved local bookstore is just the place to pick up your next read. If you don’t make it to Green Hills on your visit, there’s an outpost in the Nashville airport to make it super easy. 

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