Central Tennessee Travel Guide

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Central Tennessee
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Central Tennessee
Central Tennessee

This welcoming region of Tennessee is famous for its antebellum homes, American Civil War battlegrounds, revered music heritage and beautiful parks.

Experience the true essence of southern American hospitality when vacationing in Central Tennessee. Delve into Civil War and country music history. Visit centuries-old whiskey distilleries and sample tantalizing Southern cuisine. Explore riverside trails, pretty countryside and sprawling parks. Central Tennessee stretches between Tennessee’s state borders with Kentucky and Alabama.

Start your adventure in energetic NashvilleOpens in a new window, the Music City. Appreciate the city’s musical importance at the Country Music Hall of Fame and MuseumOpens in a new window, Johnny Cash MuseumOpens in a new window, Music City Walk of Fame Park and Ryman AuditoriumOpens in a new window. Enjoy outdoor spaces such as Centennial ParkOpens in a new window, the riverfront Cumberland ParkOpens in a new window and Radnor Lake State ParkOpens in a new window. Walk in the footsteps of former U.S. presidents at the Tennessee State CapitolOpens in a new window and Andrew Jackson’s Hermitage.

Find Civil War monuments, artisanal coffeehouses and vineyards in Franklin. Take a poignant walk through the Stones River National Battlefield in Murfreesboro. Admire the architecture of Columbia’s historic square in Maury County, the Antebellum Homes Capital of Tennessee. Taste whiskey at Jack Daniel’s Distillery in Lynchburg and the George Dickel Distillery in Tullahoma.

Travel northward and promenade along Clarksville’s Cumberland RiverWalk. Go boating, fishing, Jet Skiing and wakeboarding in Hendersonville. Enjoy family-friendly fun at Lebanon’s award-winning Wilson County Fair.

Stretching north and east from Nashville is the Upper Cumberland, a picturesque region with 13 state parks and natural areas. It’s a perfect setting for nature walks, hikes to waterfalls, horseback rides, picnics and fishing trips. Don’t miss the delights of Burgess Falls State Park, Frozen Head State Park and Standing Stone State Park. Marvel at dramatic valleys and sandstone cliffs in Big South Fork National River and Recreation Area.

Satisfy your palate with regional staples, including country ham, pulled pork, cornbread and flaky biscuits. Swing to bluegrass and country beats at Nashville’s AmericanaFest and McMinnville’s Bluegrass Underground.

Reach Central Tennessee by flying to Nashville International Airport. Rent a car to venture along the Natchez Trace Parkway, a 444-mile-long (715-kilometer) scenic byway and bike route that winds through Mississippi, Alabama and Tennessee.

Where to stay in Central Tennessee

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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.

Downtown Nashville
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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
Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum featuring interior views

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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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Opryland

A noteworthy feature of Opryland is its popular shops. While you're in town, be sure to stop and check out Grand Ole Opry and Cooter's Nashville.

Opryland
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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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East Nashville

4/5(1 area review)

The lively bars and live music are top of the list for many visitors to East Nashville. A stop by Nissan Stadium or Cumberland River might round out your trip.

East Nashville
Knights Inn Nashville

Knights Inn Nashville

1.5 out of 5
99 Spring St, Nashville, TN
The price is ₹5,130 per night from 27 Jul to 28 Jul
₹5,130
₹6,810 total
27 Jul - 28 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! (403 reviews)
Good room if you need a night’s rest
"If you need a room for the night it will do. The room was clean, and check in average. For the price, it is not a bad stay. Was able to hook up my game."

Reviewed on 23 Jul 2025

Knights Inn Nashville
Gaylord Opryland Resort & Convention Center

Gaylord Opryland Resort & Convention Center

4 out of 5
2800 Opryland Drive, Nashville, TN
The price is ₹27,129 per night from 23 Aug to 24 Aug
₹27,129
₹34,733 total
23 Aug - 24 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star spa resort in Nashville. Enjoy 2 outdoor pools, a full-service spa and 18 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,677 reviews)
"Very nice"

Reviewed on 21 Jul 2025

Gaylord Opryland Resort & Convention Center
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 ₹7,729 per night from 27 Jul to 28 Jul
₹7,729
₹9,239 total
27 Jul - 28 Jul
includes taxes & fees
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 ...
7.8/10 Good! (2,508 reviews)
"Clean, convenient hotel downtown."

Reviewed on 23 Jul 2025

Comfort Inn Downtown Nashville - Music City Center
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Placemakr Premier SoBro

Placemakr Premier SoBro

4 out of 5
205 Demonbreun St, Nashville, TN
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! (2,755 reviews)
Great concert accommodations
"Fabulous apartment with amazing view! The staff was kind and helpful."

Reviewed on 23 Jul 2025

Placemakr Premier SoBro
Mint House at The Reserve - Nashville

Mint House at The Reserve - Nashville

4 out of 5
301 Rosa L Parks Ave, Nashville, TN
Stay at this 4-star apartment in Nashville. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a 24-hour fitness centre and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the convenient ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,992 reviews)
"Beautiful loft apartment within walking distance to concert at Nissan Stadium. Would definately stay here again!"

Reviewed on 24 Jul 2025

Mint House at The Reserve - Nashville
Studio 154 Luxury Hotel

Studio 154 Luxury Hotel

4 out of 5
154 2nd Ave North, Nashville, TN
Stay at this 4-star aparthotel in Nashville. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a rooftop terrace and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (386 reviews)
"Very well maintained property. Michael at the front desk was friendly and helpful. Great location."

Reviewed on 23 Jul 2025

Studio 154 Luxury Hotel
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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