Nashville is a gorgeous place year-round, but sometimes it’s hard to find a place perfect for wintertime. It’s cold! There may be snow! What about rain! We understand the worries you may have, but these eleven places will make the rainiest afternoon better, the chilliest afternoon doable. Grab a cup of a coffee, peruse these awesome spots then grab your coat and get going! There’s an art gallery to visit.
- Take in a nice breakfast at Sky Blue Cafe.
Sky Blue Cafe - Facebook Sky Blue Cafe made a name for themselves with their pancakes + french toast infusion, but their biscuits are the size of your head and omelettes are absolutely delicious. You’ll want to get here early, because it fills up fast. And while you’re waiting for your food? Enjoy a game of Trivial Pursuit - the trivia cards are left on every table. Loser pays? (700 Fatherland Street)
- Enjoy a chilly run at Peeler Park.
Michael Hicks - Flickr Peeler Park is located just outside the city in Madison, and is a stunning park that runs along the Cumberland River. It’s very quiet and extremely low-trafficked, so you can enjoy your run in silence. YES. (2271 Neelys Bend Road)
- Watch all the Oscar contenders at the Belcourt Theater.
Belcourt Theatre - Facebook Our local Indie theater is great if you’re looking to indulge in a movie experience that isn’t fraught with superheroes. They also offer vintage movie nights and midnight shows, so check their calendar for your favorite film. (2102 Belcourt Ave)
- Try out a new cuisine at Chauhan Ale and Masala House.
Chauhan Ale and Masala House - Facebook Voted one of the best restaurants in the city by Travel & Leisure, this authentic and immersive Indian food experience is well worth the $$$ price! It’s located in The Gulch, and their naan is to die for. Really. (123 12th Ave N)
- Hit up the 1st Saturday Art Crawl in Downtown Nashville.
Stephen Yeargin - Flickr Located in The Arcade in downtown Nashville, peruse booths of art by local artists and enjoy some solid conversation. You can even run across the street to Frothy Monkey for a cup of coffee, if you’re cold!
- Go vintage shopping at the Hip Zipper.
The Hip Zipper - Facebook Located in historic east Nashville, the Hip Zipper is a great place to find that vintage look you’ve been jonesing for. You’ll be treated with kindness and good southern hospitality, and there’s nothing like that perfectly thrifted accessory. (1008 Forrest Ave)
- Spend a quiet afternoon wandering the Frist.
Mike Folsom - Flickr The Frist has really come into itself in recent years, it’s hosted multiple large art exhibits and is great for a rainy day. Plus, you leave with a little trivia - what can be bad about that?! (919 Broadway)
- Try out an Italian meal with a southern twist at Rolf & Daughters.
Rolf & Daughters - Facebook Rolf & Daughters has made quite the name for itself, located in Germantown in a former loft. Their menu changes, but it’s always fresh and delicious. You may not get to sit on the patio in the wintertime, but there’s nothing like a cozy dinner while the chill rages outside. (700 Taylor St)
- Enjoy a Nashville Predators game at Bridgestone Arena.
Alison Groves - Flickr It’s wintertime, and that means it’s hockey time! Nashville can be a fun and vocal group during a hockey game, and the Preds always need another die-hard fan. Pick up tickets and wear yellow!
- Visit Crema for a hot cup of coffee.
Crema - Facebook This sweet and tiny coffee shop is located in SoBro, and offers one of the best cups of coffee in the area without the epic price tag. Grab a cup of joe and your best friend and enjoy a morning behind their chilly, fogged up windows. (15 Hermitage Ave)
- Hike Radnor Lake.
Michael Hicks - Flickr You can choose the length of your hike, and the stunning waterfront loop is one that you’ll want to do again and again. Plus, the chilly forest makes the whole thing feel like a fairy tale! (1160 Otter Creek Road)
Where are you going this weekend? There are so many possibilities! Also – did you know Nashville is home to the oldest radio show in the US? Take a look!
Sky Blue Cafe - Facebook
Sky Blue Cafe made a name for themselves with their pancakes + french toast infusion, but their biscuits are the size of your head and omelettes are absolutely delicious. You’ll want to get here early, because it fills up fast. And while you’re waiting for your food? Enjoy a game of Trivial Pursuit - the trivia cards are left on every table. Loser pays? (700 Fatherland Street)
Michael Hicks - Flickr
Peeler Park is located just outside the city in Madison, and is a stunning park that runs along the Cumberland River. It’s very quiet and extremely low-trafficked, so you can enjoy your run in silence. YES. (2271 Neelys Bend Road)
Belcourt Theatre - Facebook
Our local Indie theater is great if you’re looking to indulge in a movie experience that isn’t fraught with superheroes. They also offer vintage movie nights and midnight shows, so check their calendar for your favorite film. (2102 Belcourt Ave)
Chauhan Ale and Masala House - Facebook
Voted one of the best restaurants in the city by Travel & Leisure, this authentic and immersive Indian food experience is well worth the $$$ price! It’s located in The Gulch, and their naan is to die for. Really. (123 12th Ave N)
Stephen Yeargin - Flickr
Located in The Arcade in downtown Nashville, peruse booths of art by local artists and enjoy some solid conversation. You can even run across the street to Frothy Monkey for a cup of coffee, if you’re cold!
The Hip Zipper - Facebook
Located in historic east Nashville, the Hip Zipper is a great place to find that vintage look you’ve been jonesing for. You’ll be treated with kindness and good southern hospitality, and there’s nothing like that perfectly thrifted accessory. (1008 Forrest Ave)
Mike Folsom - Flickr
The Frist has really come into itself in recent years, it’s hosted multiple large art exhibits and is great for a rainy day. Plus, you leave with a little trivia - what can be bad about that?! (919 Broadway)
Rolf & Daughters - Facebook
Rolf & Daughters has made quite the name for itself, located in Germantown in a former loft. Their menu changes, but it’s always fresh and delicious. You may not get to sit on the patio in the wintertime, but there’s nothing like a cozy dinner while the chill rages outside. (700 Taylor St)
Alison Groves - Flickr
It’s wintertime, and that means it’s hockey time! Nashville can be a fun and vocal group during a hockey game, and the Preds always need another die-hard fan. Pick up tickets and wear yellow!
Crema - Facebook
This sweet and tiny coffee shop is located in SoBro, and offers one of the best cups of coffee in the area without the epic price tag. Grab a cup of joe and your best friend and enjoy a morning behind their chilly, fogged up windows. (15 Hermitage Ave)
You can choose the length of your hike, and the stunning waterfront loop is one that you’ll want to do again and again. Plus, the chilly forest makes the whole thing feel like a fairy tale! (1160 Otter Creek Road)
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