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Nashville

United States

Before You Go

When to Visit

April to May and September to October offer ideal weather with temperatures from 15-25°C (59-77°F) and comfortable conditions. June to August is hot and humid (25-32°C) with peak tourist season. November to March is cooler (5-15°C) but fewer crowds and lower prices. Spring brings beautiful blooms.

Visa

Check requirements

International visitors from Visa Waiver Program countries can stay up to 90 days without a visa (requires ESTA authorization). Citizens of other countries need a B-2 tourist visa. Canadian and Mexican citizens have simplified entry requirements. Check requirements at travel.state.gov.

Getting There

Transportation

By Air: Nashville International Airport (BNA) is 13km southeast of downtown.

By Car: I-40 and I-65 intersect in Nashville, connecting to major cities.

Language

Communication

English is the primary language. Nashville is very diverse with many languages spoken, but English is universal.

Currency

Money matters

US Dollar (USD). Credit cards accepted everywhere. ATMs widely available. Tipping is customary: 18-20% at restaurants, $1-2 per drink at bars, $2-5 for rideshare drivers.

Getting Around

Local transport

WeGo Public Transit: Buses covering the metro area. Limited coverage compared to larger cities.

Uber/Lyft: Widely available and most convenient.

Taxis: Available but less common.

Walking: Downtown, Broadway, and Music Row are walkable, but the city is spread out.

From the Airport

Arrival info

WeGo Route 18: Bus to downtown (30-45 min, $2).

Uber/Taxi: $25-35 to downtown (15-20 min).

Shuttle: Shared shuttles ($15-25 per person).

Bookstores and Libraries

Bookstores and Libraries

Parnassus Books

Independent bookstore co-owned by Ann Patchett. Author events and curated selection.