I ventured into the dollar general to grab a case of water. That was an interesting trip... never really felt unsafe despite the boarded up front door, and some strange looks I got from is patrons Wouldn't take the family there, but nothing worse then what I've been around in STL. Really it's about like downtown STL lots of rebuilt areas surrounded by some not so nice areas.
We did hard rock Cafe last night on the strip which was pretty meh, and today did the Opry tour, then hit the Gaylord and the big mall.
Appreciate all the replies, been a good trip so far, heading back to Missouri in the morning. Anything else around Nashville or 40 westbound we should see?
You guys have a beautiful state for sure. Always love visiting here.