The Gulch Travel Guide

Nashville

The Gulch
The Gulch
The Gulch
The Gulch
The Gulch

Once a railway hub, this neighborhood is now packed with trendy gyms, quirky boutiques and live music bars and is decorated by colorful murals. 

Formerly a busy railroad yard, The Gulch is today a modern and dynamic district with excellent public transportation and walking routes. Its wide sidewalks connect to upscale boutiques and bohemian bars with live music. Dine at the restaurants and enjoy Nashville favorites, including steak and whiskey, on your visit to The Gulch.

Join local and visiting fitness fanatics in Barry’s Bootcamp, CycleBar or HOTBOX Fitness. Multiple stylish restaurants and fast-food joints surround these gyms in the northern part of The Gulch.

Beside the trendy cafés and juice bars is the What Lifts You Wings Mural, featuring a pair of large white wings painted on a black brick wall. Stand between the wings for your own angelic photo opportunity. Wander through adjacent alleys to study the array of other uplifting and profound murals.

Pick up a bike at a rental station and cycle through this pleasant district. In the North Gulch area, admire the art deco elements of the imposing façade of the Frist Art Museum, which has a collection of fine arts and rotating exhibits.

In the evening, attend a live music performance at the Station Inn, a renowned bluegrass bar. Check out the entertainment schedule at Rudy’s Jazz Room and the rooftop views from Up. Encapsulating the musical culture of Nashville is Carter Vintage Guitars, known for its extensive selections of instruments.

Gaze up at the tall, modern apartment blocks dominating the skyline of The Gulch. You can also see the tops of the towers in the adjacent city center.

Find The Gulch sandwiched between Music Row and Sobro in the center of Nashville. To get here from the Tennessee State Capitol, travel by bus or walk south for about 25 minutes. Explore the surroundings to see other neighborhoods such as Rolling Mill Hill, Rutledge Mill and Edgehill.

The Gulch is a regenerated former rail hub that now speaks to the city’s musical pulse.


Popular places to visit


Top hotels in The Gulch

Caption by Hyatt Downtown Nashville/The Gulch

Caption by Hyatt Downtown Nashville/The Gulch

3 out of 5
118 12th Avenue South, Nashville, TN
The price is ₹12,358 per night from 28 Jul to 29 Jul
₹12,358
₹14,644 total
28 Jul - 29 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Nashville. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a fitness centre. Popular attractions Bridgestone Arena and Ryman Auditorium ...
9/10 Wonderful! (485 reviews)
"Staff was incredibly helpful and friendly. Good neighborhood, walking distance to Broadway. Hotel was clean and nicely decorated."

Reviewed on 21 Jul 2025

Caption by Hyatt Downtown Nashville/The Gulch
Thompson Nashville, by Hyatt

Thompson Nashville, by Hyatt

4.5 out of 5
401 11th Ave S, Nashville, TN
The price is ₹21,324 per night from 27 Jul to 28 Jul
₹21,324
₹27,631 total
27 Jul - 28 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Nashville. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,003 reviews)
"Unique boutique hotel - no public parking, and not enough staging in front of the hotels for valet"

Reviewed on 20 Jul 2025

Thompson Nashville, by Hyatt
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4.5 out of 5
300 12th Avenue South, Nashville, TN
The price is ₹20,626 per night from 17 Aug to 18 Aug
₹20,626
₹27,822 total
17 Aug - 18 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Nashville. Enjoy 2 restaurants, 2 bars/lounges and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the bar and the helpful staff ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (499 reviews)
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Reviewed on 20 Jul 2025

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Locale Lofts The Gulch - Nashville

Locale Lofts The Gulch - Nashville

4 out of 5
320 11th Ave S, Nashville, TN
The price is ₹9,732 per night from 27 Jul to 28 Jul
₹9,732
₹11,577 total
27 Jul - 28 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star apartment in Nashville. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a rooftop terrace and a 24-hour fitness centre. Popular attractions Bridgestone Arena and Ryman ...
8/10 Very Good! (242 reviews)
"Great location for walking to station inn to hear great music."

Reviewed on 19 Jun 2025

Locale Lofts The Gulch - Nashville
Canopy By Hilton Nashville Downtown The Gulch

Canopy By Hilton Nashville Downtown The Gulch

4 out of 5
920 Division Street, Nashville, TN
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is ₹14,822 per night from 31 Jul to 1 Aug
₹14,822
₹19,678 total
31 Jul - 1 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Nashville. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 restaurants and 2 bars/lounges. Popular attractions Bridgestone Arena and Ryman Auditorium are located ...
10/10 Exceptional! (4 reviews)
"This hotel is GREAT!!!! Modern, clean, close to everything!"

Reviewed on 6 Jul 2025

Canopy By Hilton Nashville Downtown The Gulch
Knights Inn Nashville

Knights Inn Nashville

1.5 out of 5
99 Spring St, Nashville, TN
The price is ₹5,125 per night from 24 Jul to 25 Jul
₹5,125
₹6,805 total
24 Jul - 25 Jul
includes taxes & fees
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 ...
7.6/10 Good! (382 reviews)
"It was a great place for the price. I know i have stayed at places that were not this nice and cost alot more. For us it was bot a walkable distance to downtown. To some it may be. The room we had was nice and clean. What dealings we had with staff was good. The room we had was not noisey, i mean ..."

Reviewed on 20 Jul 2025

Knights Inn Nashville
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Other neighbourhoods around The Gulch

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.

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Downtown Nashville

4/5(93 area reviews)

The fantastic nightlife and great live music are just a few highlights of Downtown Nashville. Make a stop by Broadway or Ryman Auditorium while you're exploring the area.

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Edgehill

While Edgehill may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Broadway and Bridgestone Arena.

Edgehill
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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 Demonbreun Street or RCA Studio B while you're exploring the area.

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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
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Rutledge Hill

Rutledge Hill might not have many top sights, but Broadway and Bridgestone Arena are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Rutledge Hill

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