West End Travel Guide

Nashville

West End
Parthenon
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Centennial Park
West End

The tranquility of Nashville’s biggest urban park is the perfect contrast for the boisterous rock clubs and late-night bars of this lively neighborhood. 

West End is a popular nightlife and entertainment district of Nashville. It’s also a lively student area and the location of one of the city’s most-loved urban parks. Browse excellent art exhibitions, attend a college football game, sample the live music scene and dine on food from around the world when you visit West End.

Leafy Centennial Park is the heart of the neighborhood’s daytime activities. Follow the Centennial Park Walking Trail, a 1-mile-long (1.6-kilometer) route that winds around the grassy lawns, sunken garden and willow-shaded lake. The Parthenon, a full-scale re-creation of its namesake Athenian temple, is a highlight of the park. See a copy of the Athena statue and admire a collection of works by national artists from the 19th and 20th centuries.

Visit the park’s Musicians Corner for free summertime concerts by both established and up-and-coming musicians. Live music productions take place at the Centennial Park Bandshell. Get acquainted with the work of local artists and take part in workshops at the Centennial Art Center.

Head along Elliston Place to find concert venues that show why Nashville’s nickname is Music City. Exit/In and The End host everything from rock and roll to punk, metal and rap gigs. Feast on cuisine inspired by flavors from as far away as Brazil, Italy and Japan at laid-back restaurants. Church Street beckons with its alternative bars, cabaret nights and drag shows.

A stroll around the campus of Vanderbilt University offers an insight into college life in the city. Renaissance paintings by Andrea di Bartolo and Jacopo di Paolo are among the impressive collection held at the university’s Fine Arts Gallery. Join the 40,000-capacity crowd that meet at Vanderbilt Stadium to cheer on the Vanderbilt Commodores football team.

Find West End just west of Downtown Nashville. Public buses stop at intervals on West End Avenue. Centennial Park and Vanderbilt University are two of the 15 stops on the Old Town Trolley hop-on, hop-off city tour.


Popular places to visit


Top hotels in West End

Cambria Hotel Nashville Midtown
Cambria Hotel Nashville Midtown
3 out of 5
1612 Church Street, Nashville, TN
The price is ₹10,137 per night from 27 Jul to 28 Jul
₹10,137
₹12,264 total
27 Jul - 28 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Nashville. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 restaurants and 2 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (982 reviews)
"The room was very nice and modern. I was there for 3 days and no one came in my room to give me more coffee or towels even though I was gone all day at a conference. Water bottles in the rooms would have been good instead of having to buy them for $5 in the lobby. TV in room only had local channels. ..."

Reviewed on 11 Jul 2025

Cambria Hotel Nashville Midtown
Conrad Nashville
Conrad Nashville
5 out of 5
1620 West End Avenue, Nashville, TN
The price is ₹22,170 per night from 10 Aug to 11 Aug
₹22,170
₹26,098 total
10 Aug - 11 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Nashville. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 restaurants and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (886 reviews)
"Very comfortable and upscale hotel within a 15 minute walking distance of downtown. Nice pool with cabanas. Very stylish restaurant with some extraordinary dishes (the lamb lasagna was especially delicious). Above all, the service was outstanding. Very welcoming and efficient."

Reviewed on 7 Jul 2025

Conrad Nashville
Hyatt House Nashville at Vanderbilt
Hyatt House Nashville at Vanderbilt
3 out of 5
2100 Hayes St, Nashville, TN
The price is ₹9,404 per night from 3 Aug to 4 Aug
₹9,404
₹11,193 total
3 Aug - 4 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Nashville. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and an outdoor pool. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,263 reviews)
"Wonderful stay!"

Reviewed on 10 Jul 2025

Hyatt House Nashville at Vanderbilt
Holiday Inn Nashville - Vanderbilt (Dwtn) by IHG
Holiday Inn Nashville - Vanderbilt (Dwtn) by IHG
3 out of 5
2613 W End Ave, Nashville, TN
The price is ₹8,511 per night from 27 Jul to 28 Jul
₹8,511
₹10,151 total
27 Jul - 28 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Nashville. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, an outdoor pool and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,022 reviews)

Reviewed on 8 Jul 2025

Holiday Inn Nashville - Vanderbilt (Dwtn) by IHG
TownePlace Suites by Marriott Nashville Midtown
TownePlace Suites by Marriott Nashville Midtown
4 out of 5
1500 CHARLOTTE AVENUE, Nashville, TN
The price is ₹9,438 per night from 10 Aug to 11 Aug
₹9,438
₹11,233 total
10 Aug - 11 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-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! (1,408 reviews)
"Amazing service from everyone, especially Chris. He gave us great advice and greeted us anytime. He saw us. We had a great day and will definitely come back."

Reviewed on 10 Jul 2025

TownePlace Suites by Marriott Nashville Midtown
Homewood Suites by Hilton Nashville Vanderbilt, TN
Homewood Suites by Hilton Nashville Vanderbilt, TN
3 out of 5
2400 West End Avenue, Nashville, TN
The price is ₹10,914 per night from 27 Jul to 28 Jul
₹10,914
₹12,956 total
27 Jul - 28 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Nashville. Enjoy free breakfast, a free local area shuttle and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,087 reviews)
"Na"

Reviewed on 9 Jul 2025

Homewood Suites by Hilton Nashville Vanderbilt, TN
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Other neighbourhoods around West End

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Midtown

The lively bars and live music are top of the list for many visitors to Midtown. A stop by FirstBank Stadium or Demonbreun Street might round out your trip.

Midtown
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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.

Music Row
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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
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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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Hillsboro Village

Hillsboro Village is noteworthy for its coffee shops, and you can make a stop at top attractions like The Fisher Center for the Performing Arts and Curb Event Center.

Hillsboro Village
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

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