West End Travel Guide

Nashville

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Parthenon
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Centennial Park
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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 ₹10,205 per night from 10 Aug to 11 Aug
₹10,205
₹12,346 total
10 Aug - 11 Aug
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! (1,032 reviews)
"Walking distance to Broadway and the Pinnacle! Awesome food and fun out there!"

Reviewed on 22 Jul 2025

Cambria Hotel Nashville Midtown
Conrad Nashville

Conrad Nashville

5 out of 5
1620 West End Avenue, Nashville, TN
The price is ₹21,963 per night from 17 Aug to 18 Aug
₹21,963
₹25,858 total
17 Aug - 18 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! (904 reviews)
Friends and weddings
"We found this hotel to be top notch. Customer service was excellent and the room was modern and comfortable. We absolutely loved the cookies that we received at turndown service. We will definitely stay here again when we are in Nashville."

Reviewed on 21 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 ₹9,259 per night from 10 Aug to 11 Aug
₹9,259
₹11,026 total
10 Aug - 11 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! (1,280 reviews)
"Great stay- breakfast was really good. Everything was very clean and the rooms were nice and spacious enough."

Reviewed on 20 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 ₹9,074 per night from 24 Aug to 25 Aug
₹9,074
₹10,810 total
24 Aug - 25 Aug
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! (1,061 reviews)
"Overall stay was good! Live music at the hotel was a big plus. Only issue we had was that our shower water pressure was very poor (difficult washing hair). Otherwise would return."

Reviewed on 22 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 ₹9,846 per night from 10 Aug to 11 Aug
₹9,846
₹11,711 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! (1,419 reviews)
"It was a bit strange to have to check in on the 5th floor but I think it's because the first few floors are used for valet parking. There is no street parking near the hotel so you pretty much relied on their valet parking. Location is a bit outside the busy areas but not really too far. I just used ..."

Reviewed on 21 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
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is ₹10,986 per night from 30 Jul to 31 Jul
₹10,986
₹13,042 total
30 Jul - 31 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! (1,085 reviews)
"I like the property. The front deck agents were friendly."

Reviewed on 20 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.

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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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