-
Recent Posts
-
As Featured On...
Beale Street | Tagged Posts
2019
28
July
What are the best restaurants to try on a Nashville-Memphis-New Orleans road trip in August?
28
July
Question:
Humans say...
Most
Billie Rae Reid
NASHVILLE: great place to stay is Home2 Suites by Hilton Nashville Vanderbilt- free shuttles to and from Broadway (fairly new, & rooms all have mini kitchens), take in a backstage tour and show at Grand Ole Opry, shopping is great at Opry Mills Mall, Rippy's Ribs on Broadway. MEMPHIS: Best rib joint in the USA (my opinion & I've tried tons & always find myself comparing to this one) is "Central BBQ", Beale Street - great spot for nightlife incl delta blues, jazz, rock, r&b and gospel; you can also visit the ducks at the Peabody Hotel, Graceland is a must! NEW ORLEANS: we've stayed at the "Bourbon Orleans" hotel twice now and love it. Great location (right on the corner of Bourbon & Orleans) - we walk everywhere, reasonable price, but with the beauty and character of it's era. Cafe du Monde for a coffee and beignets; take a City tour that includes graveyards/cemeteries - one of the most memorable tours we've done and if you have time, "Bayou Black Airboat Swamp Tours" took us on an incredible tour that we'd do again and again!
Katja
In Memphis, do the National Civil Rights Museum with Lorraine Motel. Very well done museum and even our two teenagers really found it interesting.
Darlene
Best museum and very moving....
Joanne
Mr. B’s Bistro in New Orleans! Order the bbq shrimp entree!
You must also do a swamp tour! So much fun.
Rachelle
We just did this exact trip over Christmas and New Years. Are you bringing kids?
Karen
We did this trip on 2017. Great choice. Nashville is awesome. Amazing entertainment everywhere. Nash Trash is rated #1 on trip advisor. It is worth the time. Improv X rated. BB Kings bar in Memphis and the amazing restaurant above the bar for a nice dinner out. Itta Bena is the name. BB’s mom. New Orleans
Moira
Gus' fried chicken Memphis, just a few blocks off of Beale Street
Melissa
Such wonderful suggestions, thank you all.
Funny, I just booked Italy instead lol, but this trip is still on my list, maybe next spring
Andrew
Whenever we Travel through different cities, we always look for Diners and restaurants that have been featured on Diners Drive- In’s and Dives. They list them on there Website. We have yet to be Disappointed in any we have been at.
Norman
Acme Oyster House.....Central Market for Muffuletta....NOLA for high end dinner...Cafe du Monde for Biegnets.
Tina
The ghost tour in the French Quarter and the Graveyard tour
Tricia
I loved loved the old pharmacy tour fascinating was standing room only , breakfast at Jimmy j's ( garlic shrimp French toast) and ruby slipper (chicken st James eggs benny) sooo many great places to eat there! Cooking classes , ghosts tours, music. French quarter is pretty great.
Katja
I second the Ruby Slipper! The chicken is divine and also the pulled pork eggs Benedict. They make a great vanilla latte as well.
Also, do Mardi Grass World and you can see how they make the floats for the parade.
Ipshita
Food- Elizabeth’s for brunch- try the praline bacon, eggs with hollandaise sauce and shrimps and yes the pork chops are to die for.
Acme Oyster House- Oysters ofcourse but also the Jambalaya is yummy
Mother’s restaurant- po boy sandwiches
Café Du Monde- famous for its beignets (French dessert) and coffee
Café Beignet- Again yummy beignets and breakfast place
Bars-
Bourbon street is full of bars and bars- we hung out at Maison Jazz bar a lot, cats meow (crazy karaoke bar), there is another bar- French 75 (origin of the cocktail- French 75) – slightly expensive and classy place but must try just for the drink and feel.
Jazz-
Preservation Hall- You have to stand in the queue at least 30-45 mins prior to the show to get the tickets and get it but it is completely worth it!
Frenchmen’s street- this street is full of jazz clubs- Spotted cat is a must visit, Blue Nile was also very nice. You could also try maple leaf.
Tom
Wed nite is biker nite in Memphis,thousands of bikers on Beal St..
Anne
We really enjoyed staying at 1896 o mallet house B and B in NOLA
Marilyn
Isn’t the O’Mally house in New Orleans classified as haunted?
Shannon
We’re doing the same trip next month!
Bonny
Following.
Diane
Dollywood!!!!
Bev
F
Belinda
following
A.I. says...
The Ultimate Southern Road Trip: Nashville, Memphis, and New Orleans
If you're planning a road trip this August, consider embarking on a journey through the heart of the South. This 10-day itinerary will take you from the vibrant music scene of Nashville to the blues-infused streets of Memphis, and finally, the cultural melting pot of New Orleans. Get ready for an unforgettable adventure filled with rich history, mouthwatering cuisine, and plenty of Southern charm.
Nashville
Start your road trip in Nashville, the capital of Tennessee and the undisputed Music City. Here are some must-visit spots:
- Ryman Auditorium: Catch a live performance at this iconic venue, known as the "Mother Church of Country Music."
- Lower Broadway: Explore the honky-tonk bars, live music venues, and neon lights of this lively strip.
- The Bluebird Cafe: Experience the intimate setting of this legendary listening room, where many famous songwriters got their start.
- Hattie B's Hot Chicken: Indulge in Nashville's signature dish – hot chicken – at this renowned eatery.
- Stay: Consider booking an Airbnb in one of Nashville's trendy neighborhoods, like East Nashville or Germantown.
Memphis
Next, head west to Memphis, the birthplace of rock 'n' roll and home to some of the best barbecue in the country.
- Beale Street: Stroll down this iconic street, where blues music fills the air and street performers entertain crowds.
- Graceland: Pay homage to the King of Rock 'n' Roll by visiting Elvis Presley's legendary home and estate.
- National Civil Rights Museum: Learn about the powerful history of the American Civil Rights Movement at this moving museum.
- Central BBQ: Sink your teeth into some of the best smoked meats and barbecue in Memphis.
- Stay: Consider staying at the historic Peabody Hotel or book an Airbnb in the trendy Cooper-Young neighborhood.
New Orleans
Finish your road trip in the vibrant city of New Orleans, where every day feels like a celebration.
- French Quarter: Explore the iconic streets, historic architecture, and lively nightlife of this iconic neighborhood.
- Frenchmen Street: Experience the authentic jazz scene and catch live performances at the numerous clubs and venues along this street.
- Garden District: Admire the beautiful antebellum mansions and oak-lined streets in this charming neighborhood.
- Café du Monde: Indulge in the world-famous beignets and chicory coffee at this iconic New Orleans café.
- Stay: Book a charming Airbnb in the French Quarter or opt for a historic hotel like the Hotel Monteleone or the Roosevelt New Orleans.
No matter where your road trip takes you, be prepared to immerse yourself in the rich culture, delicious cuisine, and warm hospitality of the South. Embrace the adventure, make unforgettable memories, and savor every moment of this incredible journey.
Sites
Melissa
Nashville
Memphis
New Orleans
Road trip
in August.
Looking for any Tips, Ideas, Must See, Restaurants, Places to Stay (airbnb or Hotel) Approx 10 days.