Best Shopping Malls, Outlet and Places in Nashville Area

"The Nashville Farmers Market is an easy daytime stop near downtown, Bicentennial Capitol Mall State Park, and the Tennessee State Museum. Caribbean food, pizza, vegan tacos, and southern barbecue are all available, with spacious indoor seating as well as picnic tables outside. Grab some food and eat in the market house or take a picnic over to the park next door, then walk a couple of blocks north for dessert at the Cupcake Collection."

"If you want to try one of Nashville's Asian restaurants, start planning your next trip by looking for a place to stay. Make sure it's close to a sushi joint. If Asian food doesn't satisfy your craving, check out some of the other restaurants in Nashville's food scene."

"Ellie's Old Fashioned Donuts is a beloved food truck that takes its treats everywhere around the city, including various Farmer's Markets. Ellie's also switches out its featured donut each week and has previously offered such gems like the Blueberry Glaze, Maple Glazed, and Strawberry Covered Chocolate donuts. View this post on Instagram"

"This beloved food truck offers a newly featured donut each week, such as Blueberry Glazed, Strawberry Covered Chocolate, Lemon Poppy and Maple Glazed!. So before you go buying all the ingredients for your salad, treat yourself to something sweet!"

"230 Franklin Rd., Franklin TN 37064 (behind The Factory at Franklin) • (615) 916-1274Hours: May through October, 8 a.m. to noon.; November through April, 9 a.m. to noonOpen: Year-roundMore info: franklinfarmersmarket.com"

"Source: Photo by Wikimedia Commons user Isaac777 used under CC BY-SA 3.0. If you are seeking a unique shopping experience, The Arcade Nashville can offer you something different from the traditional malls. A part of the Nashville Art Walk’s History and Architecture Tour, this particular place is in a vibrant arts community at the center of Music City."

"After more than a century, Nashville’s first enclosed shopping center is still a popular attraction. The Arcade was created in 1902 with the enclosure of the former Overton Alley. Featuring identical Palladian entrances, the Arcade is located between Fourth and Fifth avenues north of Broadway."

"This arcade is actually a two-story covered mall modeled after a shopping center in Milan. It was the first covered shopping center in Nashville. Browse among its nearly 20 shops and restaurants on the first floor, and galleries and art businesses on the second level."

"The Shoppes on Fatherland best resemble a charming mini-mall of locally owned stores that includes a cheesemonger, home and beauty, and bakeries. The district has exploded over the past couple years, with many business owners setting up their first brick-and-mortar locations along Fatherland Avenue, and the East Nashville neighborhood has become a destination for hipsters and musicians—who are, often, one and the same, so don’t be surprised if you see a familiar face you can’t quite place."

"Fatherland District features unique small retail businesses. They support local businesses and discover things that aren’t available anyplace else. Shopping, dining, and entertainment choices for the entire family are available at Fatherland District."

"Opry Mills is an S&P 100 corporation and a global leader in the ownership of outstanding shopping, eating, entertainment, and mixed-use venues (Simon Property Group, NYSE:SPG). Every day, their locations in North America, Europe, and Asia serve as community gathering spaces for millions of people, generating billions in revenue. Simon is more than just a retailer; it’s a firm that creates experiences, destinations, and gathering places where people can share the excitement of discovery via shopping, dining, and entertainment."

"Source: Photo by Wikimedia Commons user Ichabod used under CC BY-SA 3.0. Opry Mills is known as Tennessee’s largest outlet. Located between I-40 and I-65 on Briley Parkway, you can get there from downtown Nashville or Nashville International Airport."

"If you feel the same by the end of this Nashville 4 day itinerary, you can head over to Opry Mills and do some shopping instead. Andrew Jackson’s Hermitage is an option for the Nashville Sightseeing Pass."

"Mill Creek Church of Christ, 7260 Nolensville Rd., Nolensville, TN 37135 • (615) 967-6765Hours: 10 a.m. to noonOpen: November 7 through April 25More info: nolensvillefarmersmarket.com. Organic and naturally grown produce, varieties of meat, baked goods, eggs, crafts, live music and food trucks can all be found at the Nolensville Farmer’s Market (now held at its new location, Mill Creek Church of Christ)."

"Belle Meade Plaza Shopping Center is a classic one-stop shop where you can find a bit of everything. From coffee shops to groceries, this shopping center is a great option for your daily needs. You can pass by after spending a day exploring Music City to do some groceries or eat in a nice restaurant."

"This farm is found about 22 miles from Nashville and includes an excellent corn maze. They also have hay rides, nature trails, play areas, a pumpkin patch and farm animals. The farm is found at 1970 Highway 96 West in Franklin."

"We offer educational programs for school groups in the fall and the spring and we also offer a down-to-earth fun summer day camp."

"If you're a regular viewer of the TV drama Nashville, you've likely seen its fictitious mayor Teddy Conrad stroll across Public Square Park on occasion. Aside from being the front lawn of the actual mayor's office, the park plays host to the summer concert series Live on the Green: a Thursday night concert series that runs weekly from early August to mid-September, putting a mix of local legends such as Moon Taxi and big names such as Matt Nathanson on the stage. The venue is also the home to several smaller events throughout the year such as the Nashville Cherry Blossom festival each April and the Kings of Leon's new culinary feast, Music City Eats, in September.3rd Avenue North and Union Street, liveonthegreen.net."

"The Nashville Public Square Park is a patch of green space situated right in front of downtown Nashville’s Metro Courthouse. It is a nice, simple space that is accessible to everyone and well-kept. The park hosts a wide variety of city events, such as festivals and concerts, and often has food trucks parked around the square."

"If you’re in the Downtown area, venture over to Famous Nashville on 2nd Avenue to get a photo under the 60-foot “Famous” marquee, then head up to the rooftop for pics of the Titans stadium and the Cumberland River."

"The Famous Saloon has one of the few rooftops facing the Cumberland River and Nissan Stadium, which makes it a popular spot during events like the 4th of July."

"N., Nashville, TN 37201 • (615) 933-5000 Hours: Sunday, Tuesday & Wednesday, 11 a.m. to 10 p.m.; Thursday through Sunday, 11 a.m."

"Rebar in Midtown is a fun place to camp out for several hours. If you go early, you can grab a big table and catch up with friends. They also have corn hole."

"The scene: An upscale steakhouse with a flair for hand-cut steaks and gourmet main courses, Stoney River offers a sophisticated atmosphere and professional service ideal for celebrating an extra-special occasion. The diverse protein-heavy menu features classics such as New York strip steak, ribeye steak and prime rib of beef, as well as more innovative coffee-cured filet mignon, trio of filet medallions and the signature cut Stoney river legendary filet. If you’re not on the mood for a steak, there are plenty of delicious alternatives, ranging from fresh fish and seafood to superb quality poultry and even vegetarian options, all of which are served with classic steakhouse sides."

"Stoney River is an upscale steakhouse, specializing in hand-cut steaks and gourmet entrees, served in a sophisticated atmosphere by professional servers."