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During your Nashville vacation, don't miss these great establishments and attractions:
Willie Nelson & Friends Showcase Museum/Gift Emporium
Less a museum than a souvenir shop with a few exhibits in a back room, this tourist site features some of Willie's guitars, gold and platinum records, and even his pool table. The museum is inside the Music Valley Gift Emporium. Allow 20-30 minutes if you're shopping for souvenirs.
Lotz House
Located directly across the street from the Carter House, this restored 1858 home was built by Albert Lotz, a German woodworker. Today, the house contains a large private collection of Civil War and Old West artifacts. Several rooms in the house have also been decorated with period furnishings. This house, too, was used as a hospital after the Battle of Franklin.
Belle Meade Plantation
Belle Meade was built in 1853 after this plantation had become famous as a stud farm that produced some of the best racehorses in the South. Today, the Greek Revival mansion is the centerpiece of the affluent Belle Meade region of Nashville and is surrounded by 30 acres of manicured lawns and shade trees. A long driveway leads uphill to the mansion, which is fronted by six columns and a wide veranda. Inside, the restored building has been furnished with 19th-century antiques that hint at the elegance and wealth that the Southern gentility enjoyed in the late 1800s.Tours led by costumed guides follow a theme that changes every 3 months (i.e. holidays, aspects of plantation life, etc.). These themed tours provide fascinating glimpses into the lives of the people who once lived at Belle Meade. Also on the grounds are a large carriage house and stable that were built in 1890 and that now house a large collection of antique carriages. During your visit, you can also have a look inside a log cabin, a smokehouse, and a creamery that are here on the grounds. Belle Meade's parklike grounds make it a popular site for festivals throughout the year.In addition, Martha's at the Plantation (tel. 615/353-2828), a simple yet stylish restaurant above the gift shop, is drawing raves for chef Martha Stamp's American/Southern dishes such as chicken salad, crawfish, quiches, and caramel cakes. A best-selling cookbook author, Stamp has also been featured in Southern Living and Victorian magazines, as well as on the TV show Martha Stewart Living. Sunday brunch is among the locals' favorites at Martha's at the Plantation, open daily 11am to 2pm. Allow a full morning or afternoon to soak up everything here.
Airport Drake Inn
At the Airport Drake Inn Nashville we strive to make you feel right at home with clean rooms, cared for by our friendly staff. We are conveniently located in-between the Nashville International Airport area and just minutes to downtown, Music row, Country Hall of Fame, Hard Rock Cafe, Wild Horse Saloon, and Nashville Convention Center. Free shuttle service from airport is provided (Only on Park and Fly). The hotel offers clean, comfortable, and spacious rooms equipped with all the latest ...
Econo Lodge North
The Econo Lodge North is ideally located off Interstate 65, only minutes from the downtown area. Special hotel features and amenities include free continental breakfast, free coffee in the lobby, free local calls and a seasonal outdoor pool. Visit popular nearby attractions like Adelphia Coliseum, Ryman Auditorium, Gaylord Entertainment Center, Gaylord Opryland, the Grand Ole Opry, Wildhorse Saloon, Opry Mills, Nashville Convention Center and Vanderbilt University. The Econo Lodge North looks ...
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