Lebanon combines historic charm with a passion for art, culture and music. Browse local businesses on bustling Main Street and walk beneath towering trees in Cedars of Lebanon State Park. Easy access to Downtown Nashville makes Lebanon a great base to explore Music City.
Things to do in Lebanon
Discover more than 350 hectares of pristine forests in Cedars of Lebanon State Park. Enormous eastern red cedar trees tower over the park, which was named by early American settlers. Trails wind through the park and take you past picturesque limestone rock gardens and through sun-dappled glades. Enjoy lunch at a shady picnic spot and look for wildlife like foxes and deer.
Enjoy a show at the landmark Capitol Theatre. Located in the heart of historic Downtown Lebanon, the theatre hosts musicals, concerts, film screenings and more. Small and intimate, the theatre is a great place to enjoy country music without the Nashville crowds.
You’ll find cafes, boutiques and bistros on Main Street. The artery is the heart of Downtown Lebanon and lined with handsome red-brick buildings, many listed on the National Register of Historic Places. Local entrepreneurs have cleverly repurposed them as small businesses and specialty stores.
From lip-smacking snacks to fully loaded mains, Lebanon is a great place to try classic dishes from Tennessee. Fill up on crunchy fried dill pickles, pulled pork served with a side of coleslaw, cornbread and mac ‘n cheese. Wash it all down with a glass of smoky Tennessee whiskey.
Drive or ride the train into Downtown Nashville and explore Music City. Catch a show at the world-famous Ryman Auditorium and tip your hat to legends like Dolly Parton, Willie Nelson and Taylor Swift at the Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum. The fun continues on Honky Tonk Highway, a neon-lit strip lined with bars and live music venues.
Getting around Lebanon
Downtown Lebanon is pedestrian-friendly and easy to get around on foot. The city is in Wilson County, one hour from Downtown Nashville by car or train. Nashville International Airport is a 30-minute drive away.