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From Boot Barn and Little Words Project to Agora International Jewelry & Gifts and Rhapsody Spa at The Westin Hotel, downtown Nashville offers gifts for all. | Photos by Nashville Downtown Partnership

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Let’s face it: Finding the perfect gift is challenging. Luckily, downtown Nashville has something for every kind of giftee. Here’s a roundup of some of our favorite gift recommendations, all available in the heart of downtown. Pro tip: Make a day of it, from fueling coffee to celebratory dinner.

🎟️ Bonding experiences

The journey is the destination. Treat your loved one to an unforgettable experience (with you, of course) at one of these retailers:

  1. Little Words Project: Create your own beaded bracelets with empowering messages
  2. Paddywax Candle Bar: Create a custom candle infused with delicious scents
  3. Rustler Hat Co.: Customize the perfect handcrafted hat
  4. Tickets to a show: Surprise someone with the experience of live music, theatre, or comedy acts in downtown Nashville

Local must-haves

For the Nashville enthusiast in your life, consider a gift that captures the essence of Music City.

  1. Nashville Farmers’ Market: Visit a variety of vendors offering a vibrant selection of local, handmade products
  2. Boot Barn on 2nd Ave.: See an extensive collection of (color-coded) cowboy boots and other Western attire
  3. From Nashville with Love: Shop locally crafted goods, artisanal treats, and unique Nashville-inspired souvenirs
  4. Agora International Jewelry & Gifts: Handcrafted jewelry and exquisite gemstones are things they may not buy for themselves... but will love

🧖 Self-care indulgences

Show appreciation for your selfless friend or family member with some tailored pampering.

  1. Rhapsody Spa at The Westin Hotel: Personalized treatments (and serene surroundings at The Westin) make for a memorable escape
  2. VSL Nail Spa: Nail care meets a chic, relaxing atmosphere for the ultimate mani/pedi experience
  3. Drybar: Personalized blowout experiences with signature styling products for that perfect, salon-fresh look (minus the DIY)
  4. Face Foundrié: Licensed estheticians offer facial treatments, brow services + more in this woman-owned biz

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