Planning the perfect Nashville weekend is easy when you know where to eat, where to explore, and where to drink like a local. This itinerary blends iconic Nashville experiences with the city’s craft beer scene, neighborhood gems, live music, and great food.

Whether you are coming for a girls’ trip, a birthday weekend, or a casual adventure, this guide shows you exactly how to spend three unforgettable days in Music City.

And if you want to save serious money while brewery hopping, grab a Nashville BrewPass. BrewPass holders get over one hundred dollars in perks around the city, the pass never expires, and you’re automatically invited to free Beer Flight Nights throughout the year. It’s the easiest travel hack for exploring beyond Broadway.

Day 1: East Nashville, Mead Flights, and Cozy Taprooms

Check In and Get Settled

Choose a hotel that fits your vibe:
• The Graduate for bright, playful design
• Noelle for boutique luxury
• The Bobby for an artsy, eclectic stay
• 1 Hotel for wellness and style
• Airbnbs in East Nashville for local charm

Explore East Nashville

Ease into your trip with a neighborhood stroll through Five Points. Grab tacos at Mas Tacos, coffee at Ugly Mugs, or duck into vintage shops and murals. This area feels creative, walkable, and photo-ready.

Honeytree Meadery

This is the perfect first stop. Honeytree’s mead flights are adorable, the taproom is warm and inviting, and the drinks are smooth and easy to love. If your group enjoys something a little different, this is a standout Nashville experience.

Dinner Nearby

Try:
Rosepepper for margaritas
Lockeland Table for wood-fired everything
The Fox Bar & Cocktail Club for intimate cocktails

East Nashville Beer Works

BrewPass perk: Free 5oz taster

End your first night with great beer, a spacious taproom, and one of the most community-centered spots in the city. Seasonal releases, fun events, and comfortable seating make it the ideal landing spot after a travel day.

Day 2: Brunch, Brewery Hopping, and Broadway

Brunch in The Gulch

Start day two with brunch at:
• Biscuit Love
• The Butter Milk Ranch
• Lou (for an upscale morning)

Walk around The Gulch afterward for boutique shopping and mural photos.

TennFold Brewing

BrewPass perk: Half off your first pint

This is your relaxed midday stop. TennFold’s pizza is delicious, the taproom is bright and clean, and the beer selection works for every palate. It’s the perfect warm-up before a bigger afternoon.

Explore with Music City Brew Hop

Hop-on, hop-off trolley service that connects top breweries across Nashville. Perfect for groups who want to explore without driving.

Dinner and Broadway

Head downtown for dinner at Merchants, The Twelve Thirty Club, or Josephine. Then wander into Nashville’s iconic honky-tonks:
Robert’s Western World
The Stage
Casa Rosa
Kid Rock’s
The Listening Room (for songwriter sets)

Whether you dance, people-watch, or sip a drink with live music in the background, Broadway is always an experience.

Day 3: Coffee, Whiskey, and Rooftop Goodbye Drinks

Morning Coffee

Try:
Frothy Monkey (12 South)
Barista Parlor
Crema

Walk the 12 South neighborhood afterward for photos, boutiques, and cozy energy.

Shop for Boots

Lucchese Bootmaker is a great stop if you want a luxury Nashville keepsake. Their handcrafted boots blend Western heritage with modern design, and each pair is made with premium leather and detailed craftsmanship. It’s the perfect place to choose a stylish, long-lasting souvenir from your trip.

Fait La Force Brewing

A calm, beautiful taproom built for slow sipping and good conversation. A perfect late-morning or early-afternoon stop.

The Tasting Room by Nashville Barrel Co.

BrewPass perk: Fourth pour free with a three-pour flight

This whiskey tasting experience is a great way to end your trip. The staff is friendly, the pours are high-quality, and the atmosphere feels tucked-away and local.

Optional Add-Ons

• Pottery class at The Clay Lady
• Big Machine Vodka Distillery tour
• Shopping in Hillsboro Village or Green Hills

Sunset Rooftop Drinks

End your weekend with skyline views from:
L.A. Jackson
Zeppelin
The Pool Club
Rare Bird

Raise a glass, snap a few last photos, and toast to a weekend well spent.

Why the BrewPass Makes This Trip Even Better

The BrewPass transforms your Nashville weekend. You get:
• Over one hundred dollars in savings around the city
• Free mini flights, BOGO pints, half-off pours, whiskey flight upgrades
• Free Beer Flight Nights (8–12 oz of beer on us)
• Perks that never expire
• Stamps and memories from each stop

It pays for itself in one weekend and keeps rewarding you long after your trip is over.