That is very helpful, actually, and the kind of little tidbits that are needed.
I still think that 'The Sun Sessions' is some of Elvis best work and it is a must see, for me. To be honest, I figured about an hour was enough. I guess I overestimated.
Native Tennessean, still living in Nashville.
One day is not enough time in Nashville, it will take you half a day to drive across town. Just kidding but traffic is horrible.
Downtown area is best during the day but try to avoid late at night when the drunks and beggars get drunker.
Lunch should be either BBQ or HOT chicken. Most of the restaurants downtown serve their version of hot chicken but best is at Hattie B’s or Princes. Martin’s and Edley’s either are good BBQ joints close to Lower Broad as is Rippy’s on Lower Broad. There are also several craft beer locations serving their products in the downtown area. Make sure to go down Music Row (16th Ave) and take a gander at the nekkid statue in the roundabout.
An extra day in middle TN should be in Franklin, 18 mi south of Nashville. Several Civil War sights around the Battle of Franklin - Carter House and Carnton. Carnton was used as a confederate hospital during the battle. Five generals died there. Five streets in Franklin are named for them. Across the yard is the confederate cemetery. Downtown square hosts the monument to fallen confederates. The statue has NOT been removed although some transplants have suggested it. Main Street Franklin is beautiful. Tree lined street full of restaurants(one has been mentioned, Puckett’s), antique shops, knick knack shops, culminating at the public square where the old courthouse is located. Well worth the short trip down I-65 to visit Franklin.
Enjoy yourself in the Great State of Tennessee!