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
The price is ₹4,994 per night from 3 Nov to 4 Nov
₹4,994
₹6,603 total
includes taxes & fees
3 Nov - 4 Nov
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 ...
7.4/10 Good! (2,843 reviews)
"Good clean accommodation."

Reviewed on 28 Oct 2024

Knights Inn Nashville
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 ₹8,366 per night from 18 Nov to 19 Nov
₹8,366
₹9,935 total
includes taxes & fees
18 Nov - 19 Nov
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! (1,125 reviews)
"The clean room was nice with comfy beds and pillows. The freshly made omelette at the omelette bar was a special treat in the morning. The location was walkable to Broadway bars and restaurants, and Country Hall of Fame so we got some exercise in and felt safe walking at night. 😁"

Reviewed on 28 Oct 2024

Comfort Inn Downtown Nashville - Music City Center
Sheraton Grand Nashville Downtown
Sheraton Grand Nashville Downtown
4 out of 5
623 Union St, Nashville, TN
The price is ₹11,268 per night from 24 Nov to 25 Nov
₹11,268
₹14,738 total
includes taxes & fees
24 Nov - 25 Nov
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! (1,081 reviews)
"I didn’t like check out"

Reviewed on 27 Oct 2024

Sheraton Grand Nashville Downtown
Hyatt Place Nashville Downtown
Hyatt Place Nashville Downtown
3 out of 5
301 3rd Ave S, Nashville, TN
The price is ₹13,538 per night from 24 Nov to 25 Nov
₹13,538
₹15,948 total
includes taxes & fees
24 Nov - 25 Nov
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! (4,611 reviews)
"Close to Broadway"

Reviewed on 28 Oct 2024

Hyatt Place Nashville Downtown
Placemakr Premier SoBro
Placemakr Premier SoBro
4 out of 5
205 Demonbreun St, Nashville, TN
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is ₹10,746 per night from 27 Nov to 28 Nov
₹10,746
₹12,704 total
includes taxes & fees
27 Nov - 28 Nov
Stay at this 4-star aparthotel in Nashville. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, room service and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (2,053 reviews)
"Everything included washing machine stove full fridge etc Booking I was good until we came to use the internet We came down in the evening .. my husband came down then he had to come back and get me as I had done the booking and despite me showing my passport when I arrived I had to go back to get ..."

Reviewed on 28 Oct 2024

Placemakr Premier SoBro
Best Western Downtown Plus Music Row
Best Western Downtown Plus Music Row
3.5 out of 5
1407 Division Street, Nashville, TN
The price is ₹8,360 per night from 1 Dec to 2 Dec
₹8,360
₹9,929 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Dec - 2 Dec
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Nashville. Enjoy free breakfast, an outdoor pool and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (2,233 reviews)
"Good"

Reviewed on 28 Oct 2024

Best Western Downtown Plus Music Row
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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
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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
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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Germantown

5/5(1 area review)

Germantown is well liked for its restaurants. You can also take some time to explore sights in the surrounding area like Nissan Stadium and Ryman Auditorium.

Germantown


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