54 stories, landmarks & places within ~20 miles — the same local lore RoadyGoat plays as you drive through.
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Loveless Cafe
· 8.3 mi · Things to Do
Nashville's legendary biscuits since 1951. The neon motel sign is an Instagram icon.
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Leipers Fork Historic District
· 9.0 mi · Scraped Hmdb
Pull over and step back in time! Leipers Fork Historic District isn't just a charming village; it's a preserved piece of Tennessee history. This area, once known as Benton Town and Hillsboro, really started to take…
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Mound Bottom
· 9.2 mi · Scraped Hmdb
Imagine a bustling village here a thousand years ago. This is Mound Bottom, a remnant of a prehistoric Native American civilization. Between about 1000 and 1300 AD, people of the Mississippian culture built and lived…
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Montgomery Bell Tunnel
· 9.9 mi · Scraped Hmdb
Get ready to be amazed by a feat of early American engineering! This is the Montgomery Bell Tunnel, a hand-dug waterway that changed the landscape and industry of this region. In 1819, iron magnate Montgomery Bell,…
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John Hunter House (Franklin, Tennessee)
· 10.6 mi · Scraped Hmdb
Admire the Italianate style of this 1875 house, a well-preserved example of its era. Known as the John Hunter House, or the McCullough House, it was built in 1875. Located just outside of Franklin, Tennessee, this brick…
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Warner Parks
· 11.3 mi · Scraped Hmdb
These beautiful parks weren't always a place for picnics and hikes! They represent a vision for Nashville's future. In the 1920s, Nashville realized it needed more green space. The city acquired land, some of which was…
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Beasley-Parham House
· 11.8 mi · Scraped Hmdb
Imagine a time when a breezeway through your house was a welcome escape from the Tennessee heat. That's exactly what the Beasley-Parham House offers a glimpse of. This house, built sometime before the late 19th century,…
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Y. M. Rizer House
· 11.9 mi · Scraped Hmdb
Step back in time to the 1870s – this house is a beautiful example of architecture from that era. The Y. M. Rizer House, also known as Mapleshade, was built around 1874. It's a blend of Italianate and Second Empire…
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Claiborne Kinnard House
· 12.2 mi · Scraped Hmdb
This beautiful home, built in 1887, stands on land that once felt the tremors of one of the Civil War's bloodiest battles. The Claiborne Kinnard House, also known as Windermere, sits on what was once the eastern flank…
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Franklin, TN
· 12.4 mi
Franklin, Tennessee has a surprising connection to the entertainment world. Even though it's a principal city of the Nashville metro area, its charming downtown has served as a backdrop for some major Hollywood…
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Cheekwood Botanical Garden and Museum of Art
· 12.8 mi · Scraped Hmdb
Imagine a life of coffee fortunes and grand estates – that's Cheekwood's story! It all started with the Cheek family, prominent figures in Nashville, who made their wealth through the Maxwell House Coffee empire. In the…
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Hincheyville Historic District
· 12.9 mi · Scraped Hmdb
Imagine a time when Franklin was just expanding beyond its original boundaries. That's Hincheyville, one of Franklin's first residential additions. In 1819, Hinchey Petway, a successful merchant, subdivided his land…
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Franklin, Tennessee: Dave Ramsey's Home Base
· 13.2 mi
It centers on the '7 Baby Steps': a $1,000 starter emergency fund, paying off all non-mortgage debt via the debt snowball, saving three to six months of expenses, investing 15% for retirement, funding children's…
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Franklin Historic District (Franklin, Tennessee)
· 13.2 mi · Scraped Hmdb
Hold on tight, history buffs, because downtown Franklin is a treasure trove of preserved architecture! This area, now the Franklin Historic District, was officially recognized in 1972 to protect its unique character.…
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Hiram Masonic Lodge No. 7
· 13.3 mi · Scraped Hmdb
Pull over here for a second – this unassuming building played a surprisingly important role in Tennessee's history. That's the Hiram Masonic Lodge No. 7, built in 1823, making it the oldest public building in Franklin.…
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Fort Granger
· 13.6 mi · Scraped Hmdb
Built by Union forces in 1862, this fort played a key role in the Civil War's Battle of Franklin. Union troops constructed Fort Granger to defend Middle Tennessee after occupying the area. It was strategically vital…
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Ancient Old Town
· 13.8 mi · Archaeological Site
By 1100 AD, Ancient Old Town was a thriving twelve-acre walled settlement just south of where Nashville stands today. Picture a palisaded fortress holding dozens of houses, workshops, shrines, and sacred pyramidal…
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Belle Meade Plantation
· 13.9 mi · Scraped Hmdb
Once a renowned thoroughbred horse farm, Belle Meade's history is intertwined with the rise and fall of the Old South. This plantation, established in 1807, grew to over 5,000 acres. It was built and controlled by the…
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Franklin Battlefield
· 14.0 mi · Scraped Hmdb
Prepare to stand on ground soaked in the blood of thousands. This is Franklin Battlefield, where a desperate Confederate gamble turned into a devastating loss. On November 30, 1864, Confederate General John Bell Hood…
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Winstead Hill
· 14.0 mi · Scraped Hmdb
Imagine this peaceful hilltop swarming with Confederate soldiers, preparing for a desperate attack. From Winstead Hill on November 30th, 1864, General John Bell Hood launched his Confederate troops against the Union…
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Carter House (Franklin, Tennessee)
· 14.0 mi · Scraped Hmdb
Imagine the terror: the Carter family hid in the basement here as the brutal Battle of Franklin raged around them. Fountain Branch Carter completed this house in 1830. On November 30th, 1864, the Carter family sought…
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Roper's Knob Fortifications
· 14.1 mi · Scraped Hmdb
Imagine this quiet hilltop buzzing with activity during the Civil War. Roper's Knob was strategically important to the Union Army in Franklin. Between February and May of 1863, Union troops constructed significant…
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McCrory-Mayfield House
· 14.4 mi · Scraped Hmdb
Built in 1798 by a Revolutionary War veteran, this log house stands as a testament to early Tennessee settlement. Thomas McCrory, a settler and veteran of the American Revolution, built this house. He came to Tennessee…
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Dyer Observatory
· 15.8 mi · Scraped Hmdb
Ever wonder what secrets the night sky holds? This is the Dyer Observatory, built in 1953, your portal to finding out. Arthur J. Dyer provided the funds for the impressive 24-foot dome that makes this observatory…
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Thompson Station Bank
· 17.3 mi · Scraped Hmdb
This unassuming brick building tells a silent story of boom and bust. Thompson Station Bank opened its doors full of hope in 1913, right here in Williamson County. It was a symbol of the town's growing prosperity, a…
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The Parthenon
· 17.9 mi · Historical Marker
A full-scale replica of the original Parthenon in Athens, built for Tennessee's 1897 Centennial Exposition and now a permanent landmark in Centennial Park.
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Parthenon (Nashville)
· 17.9 mi · Scraped Hmdb
Behold a full-scale replica of the Athenian Parthenon, unexpectedly located in the heart of Nashville. It's a monument to classical architecture, built for a celebration of Tennessee itself. In 1897, Nashville hosted…
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Ravenswood (Brentwood, Tennessee)
· 17.9 mi · Scraped Hmdb
Pull over here! This is Ravenswood, and it's got a Sam Houston connection you won't believe. James Hazard Wilson II built this place between 1821 and 1825. He named it Ravenswood in honor of his friend, Sam Houston.…
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Dickson County War Memorial Building
· 17.9 mi · Scraped Hmdb
This stately building isn't just another pretty face; it's a living tribute to the sacrifices of Dickson County residents in past wars. Built between 1932 and 1933, the Dickson County War Memorial Building, designed in…
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Belmont Mansion (Tennessee)
· 18.3 mi · Scraped Hmdb
Prepare to be transported back to the opulent, yet morally complex, antebellum South. Belmont Mansion, once known as Belle Monte, stands as a testament to both extravagant wealth and the dark history of slavery. Built…
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Exit/In
· 18.4 mi · Scraped Hmdb
Since 1971, this unassuming building, Exit/In, has been a vital launchpad for musicians in Nashville and beyond. Opened by Owsley Manier and Brugh Reynolds, Exit/In quickly became known for its intimate setting and…
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Travellers Rest (Nashville, Tennessee)
· 18.4 mi · Scraped Hmdb
Imagine Andrew Jackson stopping by for a visit right here! Travellers Rest was the home of John Overton, a prominent lawyer, judge, and close confidant of Jackson. Overton acquired this land in 1796 and built his home…
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The Daily Wire Headquarters
· 18.6 mi
The corporate headquarters of The Daily Wire sits in Nashville's Twelve South neighborhood, at eighteen thirty-one Twelfth Avenue South. The Daily Wire is an American media company founded in twenty fifteen by political…
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Hattie B's Hot Chicken
· 18.8 mi
Hattie B's brought Nashville hot chicken to the masses starting in 2012. Nick Bishop Sr. and Jr. studied under the originals and built a hot chicken empire. The heat levels range from Southern (no heat) to Shut the…
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Fisk University Carnegie Library
· 19.0 mi · Scraped Hmdb
Imagine William Howard Taft laying the cornerstone of this historic library in 1908, a testament to the importance of education. The Carnegie Library on the Fisk University campus was funded by Andrew Carnegie, who…
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Jubilee Hall (Fisk University)
· 19.1 mi · Scraped Hmdb
This unassuming building represents a triumph of music and determination. This is Jubilee Hall, built in 1876 thanks to the fundraising efforts of the Fisk Jubilee Singers. This group of talented singers, comprised of…
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Fisk University
· 19.1 mi · Scraped Hmdb
Founded in 1866, Fisk University wasn't just a school; it was a beacon of hope in the aftermath of the Civil War. Imagine a time when access to education for African Americans was incredibly limited. That's where Fisk…
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Marathon Motor Works
· 19.3 mi · Scraped Hmdb
Ever heard of a car company born and bred right here in Nashville? This is the story of Marathon Motor Works.Founded as Southern Engine and Boiler Works in 1889 in Jackson, Tennessee, the company initially produced…
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Temple Cemetery
· 19.4 mi · Scraped Hmdb
Looking for a tangible link to Nashville's past? This unassuming plot of land, Temple Cemetery, is it. Established in 1851, it's the oldest Jewish cemetery in Tennessee. Congregation Ohabai Sholom, Nashville's oldest…
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Union Station (Nashville)
· 19.5 mi · Scraped Hmdb
Marvel at this stunning former railroad terminal, a masterpiece of Romanesque Revival architecture that once bustled with travelers. Nashville's Union Station officially opened in 1900 after several years of planning…
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Fort Negley
· 19.6 mi · Scraped Hmdb
This unassuming hilltop holds a powerful story: it was once the site of Fort Negley, the largest inland fort built during the Civil War. After Union forces captured Nashville in 1862, they needed to secure their hold on…
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Cummins Station
· 19.6 mi · Scraped Hmdb
Ever wonder why that enormous brick building is called Cummins Station? It's got a story to tell. Back in 1906, William J. Cummins, chairman of Bon Air Coal and Iron Corporation, commissioned this place. It was built by…
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Promise Land, Tennessee
· 19.8 mi · Scraped Hmdb
Right here, near Charlotte, Tennessee, you're close to where formerly enslaved people built a new life after the Civil War. They called it Promise Land. After emancipation, a community began to form. People who had been…
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Hermitage Hotel
· 19.8 mi · Scraped Hmdb
Pull over here for a minute – this hotel is more than just a pretty building. It’s where the final battle for women's right to vote went down! In the summer of 1920, Tennessee was the last state needed to ratify the…
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Nashville, TN
· 19.9 mi · Wikipedia
Nashville, Tennessee, often called Music City, has been a launchpad for incredible talent. It's the birthplace of country music and a hub for artists across genres. The city's rich musical heritage is undeniable,…
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War Memorial Auditorium (Nashville, Tennessee)
· 19.9 mi · Scraped Hmdb
Before the Ryman, the Grand Ole Opry called this auditorium home, making it a key part of country music history. From 1939 to 1943, the War Memorial Auditorium served as the Opry's main stage. Stars like Roy Acuff and…
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Nashville, TN
· 19.9 mi · Local history
Nashville, a city pulsing with music and ambition, owes its name to a Revolutionary War hero, General Francis Nash. Founded in 1779 on the banks of the Cumberland River, the settlement was initially called Nashborough,…
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Tennessee State Capitol
· 19.9 mi · Scraped Hmdb
Imagine standing where presidents and lawmakers have shaped Tennessee for over 150 years. This is the Tennessee State Capitol. Construction began in 1845, overseen by renowned architect William Strickland. He…
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Nashville City Cemetery
· 19.9 mi · Scraped Hmdb
Ever wonder where Nashville's early movers and shakers ended up? Look no further than the Nashville City Cemetery. Established in 1822, it quickly became the final resting place for Nashvillians from all walks of life.…
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Tennessee Manufacturing Company
· 19.9 mi · Scraped Hmdb
These buildings whisper tales of Nashville's transformation from an agricultural hub to a manufacturing powerhouse. Founded by Samuel Morgan, the Tennessee Manufacturing Company began construction here in 1869 and…
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Ryman Auditorium — Mother Church of Country
· 20.0 mi
The Ryman Auditorium, a Gothic Revival brick hall in downtown Nashville (116 Rep. John Lewis Way North, formerly 5th Avenue North), opened in 1892 as the Union Gospel Tabernacle. Riverboat captain Tom Ryman bankrolled…
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Ryman Auditorium
· 20.0 mi · Scraped Hmdb
Pull over for a minute! You're driving past the Ryman Auditorium, the 'Mother Church of Country Music,' where some of the biggest names in music history made their mark. Originally built as the Union Gospel Tabernacle…
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Lower Broadway Honky-Tonk Row
· 20.0 mi · Historical Marker
The strip of honky-tonk bars on Lower Broadway in Nashville, anchored by Tootsie's Orchid Lounge and Robert's Western World, has been the heart of live country music since the 1940s.
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Hatch Show Print
· 20.0 mi · Things to Do
One of America's oldest letterpress shops still printing concert posters by hand since 1879.