10 Best Things to Do for Couples in Nashville

A horse-drawn carriage ride is a romantic way of sightseeing with your loved one. Navigated by a knowledgeable driver, the tour takes you through Downtown Nashville, where you get to pass by popular spots, such as Riverfront Park, Wild Horse Saloon and the Country Music Hall of Fame.

This is the perfect activity as part of a romantic date night as most carriage rides in Nashville last about 20 minutes, leaving you plenty of time to enjoy the rest of the day, and night, with your significant other.

Looking about as out of place as it’s possible to be, The Parthenon in Centennial Park is a full-scale replica of the famous temple in Athens, Greece. Originally intended to be a temporary structure for the Tennessee Centennial Exposition of 1897, it was so beloved that it just never got removed.

The recreation is even accurate inside, where you’ll find replicas of the statues in the original, as well as a substantial art collection. The surrounding park is also worth checking out for its many monuments and tree-shaded paths.

The Forest Hills neighbourhood is a popular starting point for hikers looking to explore Nashville’s expansive parks. The Radnor Lake State Park features more than 10 hiking trails of various difficulty levels, 4 of which lead you to the 1,200-acre Radnor Lake, a great spot for a romantic moment.

Along the way, you may encounter wildlife such as muskrats, river otters, beavers and white-tailed deer. Grab a free map at the Walter Criley Visitor Center to find a trail that suits your fitness level.

Nashville’s Honky Tonk Highway is a street of bars where you can enjoy live music all day long. It’s a great place to relax and soak in that Nashville atmosphere. While these venues don’t have cover charges, be sure to bring some cash to tip the musicians if you enjoy their performances.

Some of the most popular honkytonks in this area include Robert's Western World, Tootsie's Orchid Lounge, and Legends Corner. Some venues even offer free lessons every evening if your country dancing skills are rather rusty.

Nashville’s First Saturday Art Crawl is a monthly event where you get to visit more than 20 art galleries and studios in downtown Nashville for free. Showcasing a wide range of classic and contemporary works by renowned artists, notable stops on the art crawl include Rymer Gallery, The Arts Company and Hatch Show Print Haley Gallery.

Most of these museums offer guided tours in several languages if you want to learn more about the artwork on display. The Frist Art Museum’s Architecture Tour at 4.30 pm also offers interpretations by certified American Sign Language instructors.

The Love Circle is a hilltop landscape about a mile north of Centennial Park. Standing at 745 feet above sea level, it’s one of the highest vantage points in Nashville. This means it offers stunning views of the city, perfect for a romantic picnic.

The 'circle' itself is a residential road, but don’t be fooled. If you make your way up into the park and reach the crest of the hill, you’ll find Nashville sprawled out below you. Sunsets are beautiful here, and give the hill an enchanting atmosphere.

Known as the 'Queen of the Tennessee Plantations' for its Greek Revival style, the Belle Meade Plantation is the city’s history personified. From the beautiful grounds to the Civil War bullet holes in the mansion’s columns, it’s a fascinating place to explore.

Though the plantation only covers 30 acres now, it was about 250 in 1807, when the plantation was first founded. It contains a winery, stables, mausoleum, a visitor’s centre and a reconstruction of the former enslaved people's quarters. There are various tours available, exploring different parts of the grounds and their varying significance in American history.

The Grand Ole Opry is an iconic weekly radio show, the longest-running in US history. First broadcast in 1925, it takes the form of a barn dance, showcasing country music. It moved to Nashville’s Ryman Auditorium in 1943 and has stayed there since, cementing the city’s reputation as the home of country music.

You can watch great contemporary country stars performing live 4 nights of the week. Even if you’re not a big fan of country tunes, it’s a lot of fun. As it’s an extremely popular show, it’s wise to book well ahead.

Shelby Bottoms Greenway is a 960-acre natural park in East Nashville. A popular spot for running, skating and cycling, it features a pathway that spans about 4 miles in length and offers beautiful views of Cumberland River and the surrounding woods. The park is a great place to relax and get back to nature, even in the heart of the city.

Shelby Bottoms Greenway is also home to red fox, raccoons, flying squirrels and various species of birds such as eagles, eastern bluebirds, golden pheasants and tree sparrows.

Take in amazing views of central Tennessee by taking a private hot air balloon ride with your partner. High above the bustle of everyday life, you can both relax and enjoy drifting on the wind while watching the beauty of the Tennessee countryside pass by below you.

Priced from $700 per couple, these flights typically reach altitudes between 500 ft and 3,000 ft above sea level, offering a bird’s eye view of the natural landscape. After the hour-long ride, enjoy a champagne toast to cap off your romantic day.