A Few Ways to Have a Little Fun in Nashville When You’re Traveling for Business

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For many, traveling for work is just a way of life. Meeting in person is the best way to make industry connections and connect with clients, and traveling is a must if you have employees or offices in another city.

When you travel for work, it goes without saying that you’ll spend most of your time on work-related activities. You may have meetings in the morning, work in the afternoon, and brainstorming sessions over dinner, but no matter how busy you are, you will have at least a few hours to yourself when you travel for work.

Don’t let that time go to waste! It’s a good time to explore the city where you’re staying, especially if that city is Nashville.

The country music capital of the world features a variety of activities that are perfect if you’re looking for ways to kill a few hours on a business trip.

Take a Lunch or Dinner Cruise

One day, you may find yourself in a work meeting over lunch, but the next day, you may find yourself with a few hours to kill. If you’ve got the time over lunch or dinner, you have to buy a ticket aboard the General Jackson Showboat. Not only will you sail along the historic Cumberland River, you’ll enjoy a highly rated show and delicious food at the same time.

The boat itself is worth buying a ticket. The boat is 274 feet long and 55 feet high. It carries over 1,000 passengers and is so large, it accommodates a crew of 135 when it’s at max capacity.

Stop by the Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum

If you’re looking for an activity that is a little more flexible with your schedule, stop by the Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum. It is open from 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM, Monday through Friday, so you can stop by whenever it’s convenient for you.

It’s a must-visit for country music lovers, but it’s a great place to visit even if country music isn’t your jam. You’ll learn a lot about American history, as well as musicians you might not expect to find in the museum, like Elvis.

Catch a Show

Catching a show in Nashville is something you can do alone, but it’s also something you can do with others if you’re looking for something to do with partners and business associates.

Not only can you find world-class entertainment in Nashville, you can also find dinner shows, so you don’t have to worry about what everyone is going to eat.

A few popular shows include:

  • Nashville Nightlife Dinner Theater
  • Ray Stevens CabaRay Dinner Show
  • The Dinner Detective Murder Mystery Dinner Show Nashville
  • The Music Of Nashville: A Magical Journey Dinner Show

Make sure you check the schedule at famous venues like the Grand Ole Opry and The Ryman too!

Visit Andrew Jackson’s Hermitage

If you like history, take some time out of your busy schedule to visit Andrew Jackson’s Hermitage. The Hermitage is where the seventh president of the United States, Andrew Jackson, lived from 1804 until 1845. It’s a beautiful historic property that features a museum, tours, and special events.

If you have time during the day, visit the museum between 9:00 AM and 5:00 PM, take an audio tour of the estate on your own, or come back at night for a ghost tour.

Take a Hot Air Balloon Ride

Nashville is a beautiful city surrounded by natural wonders that cannot be fully appreciated in an office building. If you have a few hours to spare, and you have an adventurous spirit, hop in a hot air balloon for an unforgettable ride over Nashville.

Just make sure you’re prepared! Make sure you go to the bathroom before you take off, and have a pair of sunglasses ready to go. Secure your phone or camera so it doesn’t accidentally end up going overboard.

You can take a larger balloon if you’re bringing coworkers with you, a smaller balloon if you’re going by yourself, but you also have the option to take the Miss Lucky Balloon. It has a banner area where you can advertise your business during the flight!

You’ve got a lot of work to do when you’re traveling for business, but that doesn’t mean you can’t find a few hours here and there to enjoy the city where you’re staying! When that city is Nashville, make sure you try at least one of the things on this list.

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