Downtown Nashville Travel Guide

Nashville
Downtown Nashville
Sounds of country and honky-tonk resonate around the streets of Music City. Watch a show, attend a hockey match and walk in the footsteps of U.S. presidents.

Visit Downtown Nashville for foot-stomping fun at legendary concert halls. This live music and nightlife hub of Nashville has been a haunt of artists such as Johnny Cash and Jimi Hendrix. Find historical landmarks, superb art and a riverside park set among the musical entertainment of Downtown Nashville.

Journey through the ages of country music and its many sub-genres at the Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum. At Nashville Music Garden, the Music City Walk of Fame Park has plaques dedicated to Dolly Parton and Elvis Presley, among others. Glimpse into the life of the Man in Blackat the Johnny Cash Museum. Enjoy concerts and take a backstage tour at the century-old Ryman Auditorium.

Live music pumps out of bars throughout the day along the Honky Tonk Highway. Let the music guide you into a bar, grab a cold beer and hit the dance floor. The Musicians Hall of Fame and Museum celebrates illustrious American artists via displays of original instruments and multimedia exhibits. Check the schedule of the Nashville Symphony for orchestral, pop and jazz performances.

Get fascinating insights into local and presidential history while touring the Tennessee State Capitol. See memorials to war heroes spread around the leafy Bicentennial Capitol Mall State Park. State history comes to life at the Tennessee State Museum. Browse handicraft stalls, shop for fresh produce and sample artisanal food at Nashville Farmers Market.

Riverfront Park blends riverside recreation and tranquility with outdoor events, including June’s CMA Music Festival. The park’s Ascend Amphitheater has a capacity for 6,800 spectators. Don’t miss Fort Nashborough, where pioneers founded the city in 1780.

Cheer on the Nashville Predators ice hockey team at Bridgestone Arena. Tennessee Sports Hall of Fame honors some of the state’s finest athletes and sportspeople.

Public buses serve the streets of Downtown Nashville. Travel using the hop-on, hop-off Old Town Trolley to reach 15 major attractions here and in the Music Row and West End neighborhoods.


Popular places to visit


Top hotels in Downtown Nashville

Knights Inn Nashville
Knights Inn Nashville
1.5 out of 5
99 Spring St, Nashville, TN
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is ₹4,946 per night from 30 May to 31 May
₹4,946
per night
30 May - 31 May
Stay at this business-friendly motel in Nashville. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
7.2/10 Good! (2,545 reviews)
"Overall, I have no major complaints. I had a 5am flight and needed somewhere to crash for a few hours - the room was inexpensive, adequate, and comfortable enough. It wasn't the cleanest, and certainly left some things to be desired (staticky TV, door didn't seal, weird stains on table tops), but ..."

Reviewed on 21 May 2024

Knights Inn Nashville
Hyatt Place Nashville Downtown
Hyatt Place Nashville Downtown
3 out of 5
301 3rd Ave S, Nashville, TN
The price is ₹16,240 per night from 28 May to 29 May
₹16,240
per night
28 May - 29 May
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Nashville. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the breakfast and ...
9/10 Wonderful! (4,054 reviews)
"Parking not great. small garage but doable. Great breakfast and good rooms"

Reviewed on 22 May 2024

Hyatt Place Nashville Downtown
Comfort Inn Downtown Nashville - Music City Center
Comfort Inn Downtown Nashville - Music City Center
3 out of 5
1501 Demonbreun St, Nashville, TN
The price is ₹7,956 per night from 27 May to 28 May
₹7,956
per night
27 May - 28 May
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Nashville. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and an outdoor pool. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool ...
8/10 Very Good! (203 reviews)
"I’m a very picky person, especially when it comes to cleanliness. This property was amazing at how clean it was. The breakfast and the area for the breakfast was spotless. I felt very comfortable there. It’s just a few blocks off of Broadway very easy to walk and you could a great deal of savings ..."

Reviewed on 21 May 2024

Comfort Inn Downtown Nashville - Music City Center
Drury Plaza Hotel Nashville Downtown
Drury Plaza Hotel Nashville Downtown
3 out of 5
300 Korean Veterans Blvd, Nashville, TN
The price is ₹14,157 per night from 28 May to 29 May
₹14,157
per night
28 May - 29 May
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Nashville. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the breakfast and ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (2,829 reviews)
Great Stay
"The king suite was very nice. The mattress is really firm, but that is excellent for people with bad backs like me. The pool area was so nice. The outdoor area to eat was quite nice. We enjoyed the live entertainment at night."

Reviewed on 21 May 2024

Drury Plaza Hotel Nashville Downtown
Sheraton Grand Nashville Downtown
Sheraton Grand Nashville Downtown
4 out of 5
623 Union St, Nashville, TN
The price is ₹12,414 per night from 27 May to 28 May
₹12,414
per night
27 May - 28 May
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Nashville. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 bars/lounges and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the bar and the helpful staff ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,408 reviews)
"Great except for the construction. One night at 11:30 had to call about it directly above us even though they were to be finished by 5. Also had a problem with the Skye lounge. Thought we made a reservation only to find out it was closed for private party. When you have a group like us it was hard ..."

Reviewed on 20 May 2024

Sheraton Grand Nashville Downtown
Virgin Hotels Nashville
Virgin Hotels Nashville
4.5 out of 5
1 Music Square West, Nashville, TN
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is ₹16,656 per night from 30 May to 31 May
₹16,656
per night
30 May - 31 May
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Nashville. Enjoy an outdoor pool, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,543 reviews)
"It’s nice and clean."

Reviewed on 21 May 2024

Virgin Hotels Nashville
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Other neighbourhoods around Downtown Nashville

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The District

The abundant dining options and live music are top of the list for many visitors to The District. A stop by Broadway or Ryman Auditorium might round out your trip.

The District
Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum featuring interior views

SoBro

If you're spending some time in SoBro, Bridgestone Arena and Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum are top sights worth seeing.

SoBro
Tennessee State Capitol

North Capitol

While visiting North Capitol, you might make a stop by sights like First Horizon Park and Nashville Municipal Auditorium.

North Capitol
Cumberland Park

East Bank

If you're spending some time in East Bank, Nissan Stadium and Cumberland River are top sights worth seeing.

East Bank
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The Gulch

The Gulch is known for its abundant dining options, and you can plan a trip to Demonbreun Street and Nashville WhatLiftsYou Wings Mural while you're in town.

The Gulch
Nashville

Music Row

4.5/5(10 area reviews)

The fantastic nightlife and great live music are just a few highlights of Music Row. Make a stop by RCA Studio B or Demonbreun Street while you're exploring the area.

Music Row


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