On the Road Again
Courtesy Nashville Downtown Partnership
What’s better than a win? Another win!
The Bengals continue the Southern stretch of their schedule, traveling to Nashville to take on the Tennessee Titans this Sunday, hoping the magic from Monday night continues in Music City.
Heading to the game, Bengals fans? Nashville promises endless fun, with great restaurants, plenty of live music, and a few surprises,.
DIEHARD FANS
Want to stay close to the action? Studio 154 Luxury Hotel (154 Second Ave. N) is a premium stay just minutes away from Nissan Stadium and Broadway. Enjoy the hotel’s signature Skydeck, plus complimentary coffee and tea bar, and full kitchens in every room.
If you’re not in the mood to cook in your room, Nashville offers no shortage of places to dine, hangout, and enjoy live music. If you love chicken, the must-try staple of the area is Hattie B's (5069 Broadway Suite A-103). There are a few locations around the area, but the Broadway location is minutes from the hotel and will satisfy your hunger for Nashville’s famous hot chicken.
Before the game, immerse yourself in local lore and legends at the Tennessee Sports Hall of Fame. This nonprofit organization is based at Bridgestone Arena and pays tribute to athletes and teams for their dedication, hard work and contribution to Tennessee sports, including football, basketball, baseball, golf, soccer, rafting, track & field.
ON THE BANDWAGON
When in Nashville, there are so many great places to stay that keep you close to the action and the excitement on Broadway. Stay at the Drury Plaza Hotel Nashville Downtown (300 Korean Veterans Blvd) for a premium stay and location within walking distance of all the fun.
All right, so you’re hungry and want a drink, and you’re in Nashville. I would be a fool to tell you one specific place to go, but I help you narrow down your list! Teddy's Tavern is a great place for all your bar food staples and a great drink menu. Or try Casa Rosa, Miranda Lambert’s spot, which offers a great Tex Mex menu with an eclectic pink cantina. Both spots – like many bars in Nashville has live music each and every day.
Explore a bit more about country music from the legends of old to the modern scene at the Country Music Hall of Fame. From Elvis’s Golden Cadillac to Chris Stapleton’s 1966 Gibson Trini Lopez, music and pop culture fans will
ALONG FOR THE RIDE
If this trip to Nashville is all about the vibes, that’s ok. Stay at Embassy Suites by Hilton Nashville Downtown (708 Demonbreun St.) to stick close to all the fun. Plus you’ll enjoy complimentary made-to-order breakfast, and an indoor pool.
Getting hungry? Check out Ole Red for more of that Nashville flavor. Their menu features a great selection of southern foods, from chicken and waffles to bacon wrapped meatloaf.
Want to really up your museum game? Head to the Johnny Cash Museum (119 Third Ave. S). The museum, features the world's largest most comprehensive collection of Johnny Cash artifacts and memorabilia and has been rated #1 Music Museum in the world by Forbes, Condé Naste and National Geographic Traveler
Whether you take a walk down Broadway and hear a new song, sample the famous chicken, or pick up a pair of cowboy boots, Bengals fans (and country music fans) will enjoy a visit to Nashviille.
– Tanner Hockman