My youngest son and I spent a little over an hour yesterday walking the greenway and soaking up…read moresome sun. There was some craziness going on in our neighborhood (and we live in a very good area of town). Apparently, a man and his wife were in a domestic dispute, and swat had to be called in to take him out. Since we couldn't get to our home for 4 plus hours, my son and I went to dinner, and then to the greenway for some exercise. As we were walking, he was playing Pokémon Go collecting whatever they collect in that game and conducting "raids." I was just enjoying my time with him and the serene view and calm water of the stones river. We even had a rock skipping competition which was fun too. After about an hour or hour and a half, we headed back to our neighborhood and we're able to finally get into our home. Unfortunately, we heard that the man had to be shot and killed by swat.

What a great find! I was driving by, saw the sign, pulled in, and ended up taking a beautiful 3…read moremile river walk! What a treat this walk was. Clean trails, lots of open space (which made me feel safe), lots of people/pets out enjoying the pathways, waterfalls, small bridges, overlooks, the constant sound of moving water, and fresh air. I'll be back for sure!

We had a great experiment there on Saturday morning. This a micro distillery. Customer service is…read moreprompt and friendly. Staff is knowledge about their products. They have several good products, I suggest doing a flight to sample their offerings to make the best choice for your palate. The drive up to the distillery is scenic. The same can be said for the venue.

We just finished dinner at the recently opened Shaken Glass restaurant on the property. It's such…read morea great atmosphere with most tables fashioned by a lamp made from the gourds grown on the property. We had a burger - fantastic, bigger than the bun. Also the Mac n cheese with spicy chicken, which my wife stole from me. The people were fantastic making sure we felt like family! Thanks for a great dinner

Long Hunter State Park is such a gem. I ran the Couchville Loop, which is about a 2-mile loop, and…read moreit was perfect for an easy, scenic run. The trail is mostly flat with just a few small hills, so it feels very accessible for people of all ages and fitness levels. The views of the lake are beautiful, and the bridges you get to walk or run over add a really nice touch. I went in January when it was cooler, and it was not crowded at all, super peaceful and relaxing. Parking was free, which is always a win, and there are bathrooms and a water bottle refill station on site. There's also a park ranger station and a boardwalk that goes out to the lake (though it was closed when I went). Other visitors mentioned they sometimes see wild turkeys and other animals along the trail. No wildlife sightings for me this time, but still an amazing experience. If you're looking for a scenic, low-stress running or walking spot, this place is absolutely worth a visit!

Love this trail, a nice 2 mile loop trail around the lake. It's an easy trail and I get to bring…read moremy dog.

We booked our trip with BOF when things seemed to be getting a little better despite the pandemic…read more As seasoned distillery tourists, my friend and I were excited to check out some places in TN while we were in town, but didn't want to have to worry about driving ourselves or ride sharing due to distance between places. When I found BOF I knew we'd be in good hands. We booked the 3 distilleries + winery option (best bang for our buck and best way to see multiple places). But as our trip drew closer, the restrictions on bars and places began to return. About a week prior to our visit, BOF alerted us that we either would have to do just 1 distillery and the winery or we could get a refund completely. Since this experience was part of the whole reason we chose Nashville, we decided to back down to just the 1 distillery option. The company was great about keeping in contact with us up until the day. We met the bus at the designated pick up location, got inside, introduced ourselves and then the door closed and the wheels started moving. We were shocked that they kept our reservation - we were in a party bus and it was just the two of us! We were told we could bring roadies (we opted for coffee because we're old and needed the mid-day pick-me-up) and the bus was stocked with water and snacks. Off we went to our distillery - Corsair. It was a very cool brick building, and our guide (I wish I could remember her name, so sorry) got us checked in. Since we were about 30 minutes early, we had time to explore the rest of the building/shops which was a bonus. After the fantastic tour and tasting, we re-boarded and began our drive to Arrington Winery. Although any $ spent at Arrington is not included in the cost of BOF, it was totally worth it to have them take us there. It is a bit of a hike and I wouldn't feel comfortable driving myself back to downtown after a visit there. We had about 1.5 hours at Arrington which was perfect for some tastings, a glass of frose and some snacks. Our driver was safe, and super nice. Since it was just the two of us, we asked if she could drop us off direct at our hotel (about 2 miles away from the determined location) and she did, which saved us an additional UBER ride, so thank you! I look forward to whenever everything opens back up and we can book another tour with them again to try out some new places!

So happy to find Barrels of Fun!! We were just visiting Nashville for a few days and didn't want to…read morerent a car for the ride to Arrington Vineyards. Such a fun day, driver was super friendly and we met some great girls on the bus. The only thing I would recommend is that we could've maybe stayed a little longer...but it was enough for a bottle of wine! Also, I left my Quay sunglasses on the bus...they were kind enough to send them to MA for me :)

We went Walking the Cumberland River Pedestrian Bridge and it was one of the most memorable parts…read moreof my Nashville trip. From the moment you step onto it, the view of the river and skyline is breathtaking especially at sunset when the lights start to dance off the water. The bridge itself feels open and welcoming, perfect for a leisurely stroll, a thoughtful moment, or an iconic photo op. It's peaceful yet energized, a great way to experience the city from a fresh perspective and soak in those Nashville vibes. Whether you're there in the early morning calm or with the city lights aglow at night, this bridge is a must see and absolutely earns five stars. Take your family and go get some fun photos and memories.

If you have ever driven down Briley Parkway, there is a good chance you have seen the Cumberland…read moreRiver Pedestrian Bridge, which is situated just beyond or before Opry Mills, depending on which way you are headed. The bridge connects Two Rivers Park to the Nashville Greenway, and offers gorgeous views of the Cumberland River no matter the season. The bridge also provides a great backdrop for photo ops of all kinds. Every time I am on the bridge, there is some sort of photo shoot going on whether it be amateur or professional, and I bet the photos turn out amazing! Getting to the bridge can seem tricky, but best bet is Two Rivers Park, which leads you right to the bridge from their main lot just off of Briley Parkway. It's a landmark of the start and end of all my walks from Two Rivers onto the Greenway, and I enjoy crossing it any chance I get!

While nothing amazing, it is still a tranquil and paved path amongst the trees and allows you some…read moresolace and an escape from the asphalt and concrete of urban life. Ultimately, I would not go out of my way to coke here, but if you are in the area, it's a go9d enough park to check out.

Such a pretty walking trail to go on if you're looking for somewhere to walk the puppy on a nice…read moreday with your family! My husband and I recently took our new pup to this trail and had an amazing time. There's lots of places to park upon arriving and many different trail routes to take. It felt clean, welcoming, and super safe! So happy we found this park. The only thing we wish it also had were trash cans along the path to dispose of dog bags. We would also love if they would add a couple water fountains along the path for dogs to drink out of! They've had this at some other parks we've been to and we really appreciated it. Great park with nice trails to walk around on a nice day! We'll definitely be back.

What a beautiful trail! Bathrooms and water station at the beginning of the trailhead as well. I…read morelove that a majority of the trail is paved, but there are several trails that you could go off of. The views of the river are beautiful as well! I am a young twenty something and typical go walking/hiking alone, and I did not feel the least bit unsafe on this trail by myself.

The Stone River Greenway can be accessed by several trailheads in the Donelson/Hermitage area. The…read moremost popular access points are along Lebanon Pike. I made my way onto the Greenway via the Kohl's trailhead, which is an entrance found at the back end of the Kohl's department store parking lot. It's not glamorous, but gets the job done. At this entry point you are directed under, around and onto the Bob Sheehan Memorial Bridge. As you walk this path, you are next to the Stones River, as well as Lebanon Pike. Once you get beyond the immediate area, you finally hit the trails. The trails are a collection of pathways from wide roads between the river and neighborhoods, to slimmer walkways in the woods. There is not one identity for the trails here, and they seem kind of pathed together. But even so, they get the job done for those who enjoy walking, jogging or biking. Additionally, Ravenwood Park can be found just a half mile or so down the trail from the Kohl's trailhead. While I didn't not explore this park, it too has an interesting history. There is a lot of construction happening along large stretches of the trails, mostly that of new neighborhoods. This takes away from the nature aspect of the greenway, but I get it... Overall, the Stones River Greenway Trails get the job done. I prefer other stretches of the greenway such as those near Two Rivers, but when in the area or just needing a change of scenery, this portion of the trail is a decent option.

We were looking for someone fun to do during our Nashville trip outside of bar hopping and found…read morethe Peddle Boat Pontoon with River Queen! We had a great time cruising down the river on the boat, and NO peddling is required! The boat fits 16 and we were comfortable with our group of 10. Our guides were awesome, blasted tunes for us and pointed out historical landmarks as we passed them on the river and gave us the history of those points. I looked at booking the larger pontoon saloon also, but ultimately I am VERY glad we went with River Queen instead. The saloon boat was jam packed with 3-4 different groups of 10+ people. We had the peddle boat all to ourselves!

Fun crew! It was easy to make reservations on line and they were easy to communicate with before…read morehand. on their website they stated we will get wet so I called them about that. we didn't get very wet at all. They shuttled us from the end to the start and set us up and sent us on our way. once on the river we enjoyed ourselves until we realized we weren't paddling fast enough. it really took an hour to get to the end. the last 1/3 was a great way to see the Nashville skyline. once at the end they pulled us out of the water and we were on the way to broadway. easy peasy.

Did the Jack Daniels tour through Mint Julep again. I did this tour 2 yrs ago and my driver/tour…read moreguide then was Erin. We had a great time then and Erin was awesome! It so happens that Erin was our driver/tour guide again as I got a text from her the day before. Unfortunately, the day the trip, Ray turn out to be our guide but Erin was still our driver. It worked out great! We got two for the price of one. Erin mainly drove but did chat here and there on the trip. Ray was very knowledgable on so many topics! He did a great job entertaining us on the ride. Ray was also very thoughtful and considerate of everyone in the van. He made sure we were always hydrated with water and the temperature in the van wasn't too cold. The worst part of the trip was the rain. When we stopped for lunch, Ray and Erin provided us with ponchos just in case. We end up not needing them. When we got to Jack Daniels, both of them were adamant that we should take the ponchos just in case. As it turns out, it down poured right at the start of the tour. I mean as soon as you walk out those doors to take pics and then board the bus, it came down hard!! Thankfully we were able to throw on our ponchos! Thanks again Erin and Ray for making my 2nd trip with Mint Julep fantastic! Hopefully I can tour with you again in the future!

This tour to Jack Daniels & Lynchburg is amazing. Our tour guide Ray and driver Bob were so…read moreknowledgeable, great history lessons, kept our group together, organized and entertained. Book them for your next tour, they are the best!