The person behind Nashville To Do
From Australia to Music City.
I’m Alex Hawker, the creator of Nashville To Do. I first visited Nashville in 2009. By 2012, I’d made it home.
The city’s energy drew me in, and its creativity, food and sense of community gave me plenty of reasons to stay. There’s always another place to explore and another story to discover.
Alex Hawker · Creator & Writer
A little about this place
Helping you feel
at home in Nashville.
Nashville To Do is where I share the places and experiences that make this city worth getting to know. You’ll find guides to its music, restaurants, neighborhoods and hidden gems, with ideas for exploring beyond the familiar stops.
Maybe you’re planning your first visit, coming back for another weekend, or looking for something different close to home. My goal is to help you find a starting point and make the most of your time here.
I want Nashville to feel more accessible, more exciting, and more like home.
Find your Nashville.
Start with what you love, whether that’s a great meal, a night of live music or a place you haven’t heard of yet.
Things to do
Explore the music, history and experiences that bring Music City to life.
Find your next stopFood & restaurants
Get ideas for where to eat, from familiar favorites to somewhere new.
Explore where to eatHidden gems
Go a little further and discover another side of Nashville.
Take a closer lookLet’s talk Nashville.
Have a local recommendation, a story to share or an idea for working together? I’d love to hear from you.