- Free: the Pedestrian Bridge, State Museum, State Capitol, Walk of Fame Park and Broadway music.
- The State Museum is closed Mondays; the Capitol is weekdays only.
- Pick one paid stop, like a Ryman tour, instead of five.
You can fill a Nashville weekend without spending much. Here is a plan using places we have checked. Hours change, so confirm before you go.
Friday evening
Walk the Pedestrian Bridge before sunset, then catch free live music on Lower Broadway. Visit Music City says many honky-tonks do not charge a regular cover; tip the band. See Robert’s Western World, which is all ages until 6 PM.
Saturday
Start at the Tennessee State Museum, which is free and open 10 AM to 5 PM on Saturdays, with free parking in a shared lot that fills quickly on weekends. Then walk the Music City Walk of Fame Park, a free outdoor stop across from the Country Music Hall of Fame.
Sunday
The State Museum opens at 1 PM on Sundays. The Parthenon opens at 12:30 PM and costs $15 for adults, which is a good paid stop. Weekdays only: the State Capitol is free but closed on weekends.
One paid stop worth it
If you pay for one thing, a Ryman tour is a strong choice. Check the Ryman’s site for current prices.