Road trip from Nashville to Huntsville
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ITINERARY
2h 17m111 miles27 stops
1
Bicentennial Capitol Mall State Park
This 19 acre park in the heart of Nashville serves as a monument to the bicentennial celebration of the State of Tennessee. This park offers plenty of opportunities to learn about the long history of Tennessee while having a great experience in a beautiful green space. More information on this park and many more can be found at the TN State Parks website.
2
Tennessee State Museum
The Tennessee State Museum is located at the corner of Rosa L. Parks Blvd. and Jefferson Street at Bicentennial Capitol Mall State Park. It is designed to bring history to life. It includes a “Tennessee Time Tunnel” chronicling the state’s rich history and leading visitors though the Museum’s permanent collection, a hands-on children’s gallery, six rotating galleries, a state-of-the art digital learning center and a two-story Grand Hall. Exhibitions include significant artifacts related to the state’s history, along with displays of art, furniture, textiles, and photographs produced by Tennesseans. The Museum's Civil War holdings of uniforms, battle flags and weapons are among the finest in the nation.There is no admission charge for visitors. Hours are subject to change. Please check our website at tnmuseum.org for the most up to date information on parking, exhibitions and events.
3
Sips n Strokes
4
Springwater Supper Club and Lounge
5
Lane Motor Museum
Lane Motor Museum in Nashville features the largest European collection of cars and motorcycles in the United States. Admission for adults aged 18-64 is $15; Admission for Youths aged 6-17 is $3; Admission for seniors 65+ is $10; Children under 5 are always free. There is plenty of FREE parking.
6
Athenian Luxe Spa & Bar
7
Downtown Murfreesboro
8
Bradley Academy Museum
Originally a school for white males only, the academy was turned over to African-Americans in the early 1900s. This restored National Register building serves as a cultural and heritage museum where visitors can learn about the importance of the United States Colored Troops and the legacy of African-American education in our country. Bradley Academy Museum & Cultural Center is open Tuesday through Saturday, 10 am until 4 pm. Admission is $5 for adults, $3 for seniors and students, and $1 for children under 12.
9
Tennessee valley brewing company
10
Planet 3 Extreme Air Park
11
Pinot's Palette Huntsville
Pinot's Palette Huntsville is dedicated to upscale experiences, exceptional quality and care as well as an entertaining, fun and social night out for everyone! Join the party by signing up for one of our events. Every week events will feature different paintings to create in studio with step-by-step directions from our local artists.
12
Independent Musical Productions
13
Robyn's Garden Winery
Https://robynsgarden.com
14
Church Street Wine Shoppe
A premier retail and wine shoppe, serving specialty beers and tapas as well. We offer a large variety of wines, delicious food selections, and even gift baskets & gift cards!
15
Huntsville Depot Museum
During the Civil War, this depot was a prison for captured Confederates and a hospital for the wounded.
16
Rivenbark & Roper Antiques
Stepping into Rivenbark and Roper Antiques is like going back in time to a place filled with charm, beauty, and southern elegance. Our store has moved to a larger location in the heart of Downtown Historic Huntsville, right across from The Depot at 313 Jefferson Street. This up scale antique shop offers American, French and English furnishings from the 18th, 19th and early 20th centuries, as well as Chinese and Japanese export porcelains. Rivenbark and Roper has the largest collection of silver hollowware in north Alabama, along with an exquisite collection of fine art from around the world. We take great pride in hand selecting every item that is placed in the shop.
17
Maple Hill Cemetery
18
Harrison Brothers Hardware
19
Alabama Constitution Village
A village where people in historic dress take you on a journey through the state's past.
20
Earlyworks Museum Complex
Interactive children's museum focused on teaching about Alabama history.
21
Bicentennial Park
22
Flucy Lucy Antique Market
23
The Cigar Box Guitar Store
The only one in the world! The Cigar Box Guitar Store located in Studio 106 at Lowe Mill A&E features art you can touch. There are dozens of handmade three-and-four string cigar box guitars and other cigar box instruments that visitors can play. Learn more about how these unique instruments are created by the artist himself most Friday and Saturday afternoons. Want to learn how to play cigar box guitar? Come for free lessons on Saturdays anytime between Noon-2:00 and borrow a guitar.
24
The Deep Comics & Games
One of the largest comic / games / toys stores in the South East! Board Games and TCG Games daily!
25
Huntsville Botanical Garden
The 118-acre Huntsville Botanical Garden is open year-round and contains a diverse ecosystem of meadows, upland and bottomland forest, and wetlands, as well as a variety of specialty gardens and native plant collections. The Mathews Nature Trail contains the largest accredited trillium collection in the U.S. and the Anderson Education Center is home to the nation’s largest open-air butterfly house. The Native Plants Teaching Garden is a public space that highlights the way local plants, soil, pollinators, and birds create distinct communities and how they interact to form a diverse, sustainable, and attractive landscape. A 501(c)(3) non-profit organization, the Garden is a member of the American Public Gardens Association, the North American Plant Collections Consortium, and the American Horticultural Society, as well as an ArbNet-accredited arboretum.
26
Queen Bee of Beverly Hills
Queen Bee of Beverly Hills is one of the leading sources for 100% authentic, luxury handbags and accessories from premium designer brands - such as Gucci, Prada, Fendi, Saint Laurent, and more! We are dedicated to providing our clients with an upscale luxury buying experience without the intimidating price tags. Whether you are shopping online or in-person at our boutique every part of your shopping experience has been tailored with luxury and convenience in mind. Our fashion consultants are experts in finding the perfect addition that best suits your personal style. All of our merchandise is guaranteed authentic, brand new, and of the finest quality.
27
Twickenham
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OVERVIEW
1
Start:Bicentennial Capitol Mall State Park
Nashville, Davidson County, Tennessee·
4.5
(969) review
This 19 acre park in the heart of Nashville serves as a monument to the bicentennial celebration of the State of Tennessee. This park offers plenty of opportunities to learn about the long history of Tennessee while having a great experience in a beautiful green space. More information on this park and many more can be found at the TN State Parks website.
2
Start:Tennessee State Museum
Nashville, Davidson County, Tennessee·
4.5
(997) review
The Tennessee State Museum is located at the corner of Rosa L. Parks Blvd. and Jefferson Street at Bicentennial Capitol Mall State Park. It is designed to bring history to life. It includes a “Tennessee Time Tunnel” chronicling the state’s rich history and leading visitors though the Museum’s permanent collection, a hands-on children’s gallery, six rotating galleries, a state-of-the art digital learning center and a two-story Grand Hall. Exhibitions include significant artifacts related to the state’s history, along with displays of art, furniture, textiles, and photographs produced by Tennesseans. The Museum's Civil War holdings of uniforms, battle flags and weapons are among the finest in the nation.There is no admission charge for visitors. Hours are subject to change. Please check our website at tnmuseum.org for the most up to date information on parking, exhibitions and events.
3
Start:Sips n Strokes
Nashville, Davidson County, Tennessee·
5.0
(9) review
1112 Division St, Nashville, TN 37203-4189
4
Start:Springwater Supper Club and Lounge
Nashville, Davidson County, Tennessee·
4.5
(9) review
115 27th Ave N, Nashville, TN 37203-1410
5
Start:Lane Motor Museum
Nashville, Davidson County, Tennessee·
4.5
(971) review
Lane Motor Museum in Nashville features the largest European collection of cars and motorcycles in the United States. Admission for adults aged 18-64 is $15; Admission for Youths aged 6-17 is $3; Admission for seniors 65+ is $10; Children under 5 are always free. There is plenty of FREE parking.
6
Start:Athenian Luxe Spa & Bar
Nashville, Davidson County, Tennessee·
4.0
(9) review
15537 Old Hickory Blvd, Nashville, TN 37211-6224
7
Start:Downtown Murfreesboro
Murfreesboro, Tennessee·
4.5
(9) review
Murfreesboro, TN
8
Start:Bradley Academy Museum
Murfreesboro, Tennessee·
5.0
(9) review
Originally a school for white males only, the academy was turned over to African-Americans in the early 1900s. This restored National Register building serves as a cultural and heritage museum where visitors can learn about the importance of the United States Colored Troops and the legacy of African-American education in our country. Bradley Academy Museum & Cultural Center is open Tuesday through Saturday, 10 am until 4 pm. Admission is $5 for adults, $3 for seniors and students, and $1 for children under 12.
9
Start:Tennessee valley brewing company
Clarksville, Tennessee·
4.5
(9) review
2088 Lowes Dr Ste H, Clarksville, TN 37040-1642
10
Start:Planet 3 Extreme Air Park
Clarksville, Tennessee·
4.0
(9) review
310 Needmore Rd, Clarksville, TN 37040-6640
11
Start:Pinot's Palette Huntsville
Huntsville, Alabama·
4.5
(6) review
Pinot's Palette Huntsville is dedicated to upscale experiences, exceptional quality and care as well as an entertaining, fun and social night out for everyone! Join the party by signing up for one of our events. Every week events will feature different paintings to create in studio with step-by-step directions from our local artists.
12
Start:Independent Musical Productions
Huntsville, Alabama·
5.0
(6) review
2450 Meridian St N # 2498, Huntsville, AL 35811-1840
13
Start:Robyn's Garden Winery
Huntsville, Alabama·
5.0
(6) review
Https://robynsgarden.com
14
Start:Church Street Wine Shoppe
Huntsville, Alabama·
4.5
(9) review
A premier retail and wine shoppe, serving specialty beers and tapas as well. We offer a large variety of wines, delicious food selections, and even gift baskets & gift cards!
15
Start:Huntsville Depot Museum
Huntsville, Alabama·
4.0
(77) review
During the Civil War, this depot was a prison for captured Confederates and a hospital for the wounded.
16
Start:Rivenbark & Roper Antiques
Huntsville, Alabama·
5.0
(6) review
Stepping into Rivenbark and Roper Antiques is like going back in time to a place filled with charm, beauty, and southern elegance. Our store has moved to a larger location in the heart of Downtown Historic Huntsville, right across from The Depot at 313 Jefferson Street. This up scale antique shop offers American, French and English furnishings from the 18th, 19th and early 20th centuries, as well as Chinese and Japanese export porcelains. Rivenbark and Roper has the largest collection of silver hollowware in north Alabama, along with an exquisite collection of fine art from around the world. We take great pride in hand selecting every item that is placed in the shop.
17
Start:Maple Hill Cemetery
Huntsville, Alabama·
4.5
(80) review
Huntsville, AL
18
Start:Harrison Brothers Hardware
Huntsville, Alabama·
4.5
(65) review
124 Southside Sq, Huntsville, AL 35801-4225
19
Start:Alabama Constitution Village
Huntsville, Alabama·
4.0
(77) review
A village where people in historic dress take you on a journey through the state's past.
20
Start:Earlyworks Museum Complex
Huntsville, Alabama·
4.0
(92) review
Interactive children's museum focused on teaching about Alabama history.
21
Start:Bicentennial Park
Huntsville, Alabama·
4.5
(8) review
315 Fountain Cir SW, Huntsville, AL 35801
22
Start:Flucy Lucy Antique Market
Huntsville, Alabama·
4.5
(6) review
2717 Clinton Ave W, Huntsville, AL 35805-3647
23
Start:The Cigar Box Guitar Store
Huntsville, Alabama·
5.0
(9) review
The only one in the world! The Cigar Box Guitar Store located in Studio 106 at Lowe Mill A&E features art you can touch. There are dozens of handmade three-and-four string cigar box guitars and other cigar box instruments that visitors can play. Learn more about how these unique instruments are created by the artist himself most Friday and Saturday afternoons. Want to learn how to play cigar box guitar? Come for free lessons on Saturdays anytime between Noon-2:00 and borrow a guitar.
24
Start:The Deep Comics & Games
Huntsville, Alabama·
4.5
(9) review
One of the largest comic / games / toys stores in the South East! Board Games and TCG Games daily!
25
Start:Huntsville Botanical Garden
Huntsville, Alabama·
4.5
(912) review
The 118-acre Huntsville Botanical Garden is open year-round and contains a diverse ecosystem of meadows, upland and bottomland forest, and wetlands, as well as a variety of specialty gardens and native plant collections. The Mathews Nature Trail contains the largest accredited trillium collection in the U.S. and the Anderson Education Center is home to the nation’s largest open-air butterfly house. The Native Plants Teaching Garden is a public space that highlights the way local plants, soil, pollinators, and birds create distinct communities and how they interact to form a diverse, sustainable, and attractive landscape. A 501(c)(3) non-profit organization, the Garden is a member of the American Public Gardens Association, the North American Plant Collections Consortium, and the American Horticultural Society, as well as an ArbNet-accredited arboretum.
26
Start:Queen Bee of Beverly Hills
Huntsville, Alabama·
5.0
(7) review
Queen Bee of Beverly Hills is one of the leading sources for 100% authentic, luxury handbags and accessories from premium designer brands - such as Gucci, Prada, Fendi, Saint Laurent, and more! We are dedicated to providing our clients with an upscale luxury buying experience without the intimidating price tags. Whether you are shopping online or in-person at our boutique every part of your shopping experience has been tailored with luxury and convenience in mind. Our fashion consultants are experts in finding the perfect addition that best suits your personal style. All of our merchandise is guaranteed authentic, brand new, and of the finest quality.
27
Start:Twickenham
Huntsville, Alabama·
4.5
(82) review
Huntsville, AL
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What's the driving distance between Nashville and Huntsville?
The distance is 111 miles
What's the travel time between Nashville and Huntsville?
The driving time can vary depending on traffic conditions, but it is typically 2h 17m mins in normal traffic
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The weather in Huntsville is generally mild year-round, with warm, dry summers and cool, wet winters. See the links below for more information
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