West End Travel Guide

Tourist Guide
Parthenon
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.


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Our pick of the best West End Hotel Deals

TownePlace Suites by Marriott Nashville Midtown
TownePlace Suites by Marriott Nashville Midtown
4 out of 5
1500 CHARLOTTE AVENUE, Nashville, TN
The price is NZ$210 per night from 1 Jul to 2 Jul
NZ$210
per night
1 Jul - 2 Jul
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Nashville. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the breakfast and ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,188 reviews)
Great find
"Great hotel comfortable and friendly, located just off downtown."

Reviewed on 4 Jun. 2024

TownePlace Suites by Marriott Nashville Midtown
Conrad Nashville
Conrad Nashville
5 out of 5
1620 West End Avenue, Nashville, TN
The price is NZ$495 per night from 16 Jun to 17 Jun
NZ$495
per night
16 Jun - 17 Jun
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Nashville. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 restaurants, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (419 reviews)
"Excellent staff and spacious clean rooms. Very comfortable bed and well designed bathroom. Nice and quiet"

Reviewed on 4 Jun. 2024

Conrad Nashville
Loews Nashville Hotel at Vanderbilt Plaza
Loews Nashville Hotel at Vanderbilt Plaza
4 out of 5
2100 W End Ave, Nashville, TN
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is NZ$358 per night from 30 Jun to 1 Jul
NZ$358
per night
30 Jun - 1 Jul
Book a stay at this family-friendly hotel in Nashville. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the restaurant and the helpful ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,034 reviews)
"I had an incredible experience at this hotel. The staff was warm and welcoming from arrival to departure. The room was luxurious and clean, with a great view. I can't wait to stay here again."

Reviewed on 6 Jun. 2024

Loews Nashville Hotel at Vanderbilt Plaza
The Hayes Street Hotel Nashville
The Hayes Street Hotel Nashville
3.5 out of 5
1909 Hayes Street, Nashville, TN
The price is NZ$225 per night from 10 Jun to 11 Jun
NZ$225
per night
10 Jun - 11 Jun
Stay at this 3.5-star business-friendly hotel in Nashville. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
7.8/10 Good! (1,100 reviews)
"great place!"

Reviewed on 4 Jun. 2024

The Hayes Street Hotel Nashville
Graduate Nashville
Graduate Nashville
4 out of 5
101 20th Avenue North, Nashville, TN
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is NZ$358 per night from 30 Jun to 1 Jul
NZ$358
per night
30 Jun - 1 Jul
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Nashville. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 bars/lounges, and a rooftop terrace. Our guests praise the bar and the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,080 reviews)
"I enjoyed my stay at the Graduate. The room was super cute and clean. Complimentary water daily was a nice bonus and I enjoyed my daily lattes at poindexter coffee. Drinks at the rooftop white limozeen were really good! I would definitely stay again!"

Reviewed on 31 May 2024

Graduate Nashville
Cambria Hotel Nashville Midtown
Cambria Hotel Nashville Midtown
3 out of 5
1612 Church Street, Nashville, TN
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is NZ$226 per night from 30 Jun to 1 Jul
NZ$226
per night
30 Jun - 1 Jul
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Nashville. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 restaurants, and 2 bars/lounges. Popular attractions Bridgestone Arena and Ryman ...
9/10 Wonderful! (135 reviews)
"Great experience. Staff was amazing from the valer tp the front desk to the bar on the 9th floor."

Reviewed on 4 Jun. 2024

Cambria Hotel Nashville Midtown
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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 Dudley Field or Hank Williams Jr. Museum might round out your trip.

Midtown
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Music Row

4.5/5(4 area reviews)

The fantastic nightlife and great live music are just a few highlights of Music Row. Make a stop by RCA Studio B or Demonbreun Street 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 Nissan Stadium.

Edgehill
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Hillsboro Village

4.5/5(2 area reviews)

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

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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