Travelers can venture to Honky Tonk Central on their own for a quintessential Nashville evening filled with bar food and live music, or purchase a bar pass with fast-track access and vouchers for drinks at several of the city’s live music venues. Inside this hot spot, you’ll find room to dance and plenty of tables where you can sit back and grab a drink. Plus, you can catch unique views of Nashville from the venue’s balconies.
If you’re traveling from Knoxville to the east or from Memphis to the west, you can reach Nashville by car via Highway 40. From the north, like Chicago, or the south, starting along the Gulf Coast, take Highway 65. If you’re coming from the northwest or the southeast, follow Highway 24. Nashville International Airport is about 8 miles (13 kilometers) from the city.
As you would expect, you’ll encounter the biggest crowds at Honky Tonk Central on the weekends, when visitors from both near and far flock to Nashville. Late spring, summer, and early fall (from April through October) is considered the best time to visit Nashville, when the weather is most pleasant.
An integral part of the Nashville music scene, honky-tonks like Robert’s Western World, Nudie’s, and Tootsies line Lower Broadway in downtown Nashville. Step inside one of the many venues to hear musicians (of all genres, not just country) performing, day and night. Keep in mind that the early sets usually play acoustic, while the late-night acts get a little rowdier.
