Nashville Travel Guide

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Between the Grand Ole Opry, the Country Music Hall of Fame and live shows every night of the week, see and hear why Music City earns its nickname.

Considered by many to be the world’s music capital, Nashville has attracted legends ranging from Johnny Cash and Patsy Cline to Jimi Hendrix. In addition to music, discover delicious Southern cuisine, live entertainment and sprawling parks in Tennessee's capital city.

Join the audience at the Grand Ole Opry, America’s longest-running radio show. Learn about Nashville’s illustrious entertainment history at the Ryman Auditorium. Tour the Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum, which celebrates every country music genre, from Cajun to contemporary. Learn about the life and career of one of the city’s most legendary musicians at the Johnny Cash Museum.

Tour the many stately homes across Nashville. Visit the Hermitage, the estate and final resting place of Andrew Jackson, the 7th United States president. Experience a classic Southern plantation in Belle Meade. Visit the art collection and botanical gardens within the neo-Georgian manor of Cheekwood Estate and Gardens. Tour Fontanel Mansion, the family home of Country Music Hall of Fame member Barbara Mandrell.

Interactive exhibits of the Adventure Science Center arranged around the five senses, outer space and dinosaurs make it a family-friendly destination. Visit animals and the Grassmere Historic Home and Farm in the Nashville Zoo. In the Lane Motor Museum, see a unique collection of automobiles, trucks and motorcycles.

Admire architecture, art installations and decorative gardens in Centennial Park. Don’t miss the Parthenon, a full-scale replica of one of Greece’s most treasured monuments.

Enjoy Central Tennessee’s scenic beauty in Radnor Lake State Park. See an open-air concert in Riverfront Park, located downtown. Spot some of the hundreds of bird species in the wooded Edwin and Percy Warner Parks. Follow a riverside nature trail in Cumberland Park.

Learn about the state government at the Tennessee State Capitol. At the nearby Tennessee State Museum, understand the history of the South and see an impressive array of artifacts from the Civil War.

Nashville is a friendly city with a fascinating culture. Discover the charms of Music City for yourself.

Where to stay in Nashville

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Downtown Nashville

4/5(43 area reviews)

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

Downtown Nashville
Nashville

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.

Music Row
Cumberland Park

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
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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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South Nashville

2/5(1 area review)

You'll enjoy the museums and live music in South Nashville. You might want to make time for a stop at Tennessee State Fairgrounds or Geodis Park.

South Nashville
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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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 NZ$235 per night from 26 May to 27 May
NZ$235
per night
26 May - 27 May
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Nashville. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and an outdoor pool. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool ...
7.8/10 Good! (1,810 reviews)
Nice & Comfy
"We had a nice stay, the room was clean & comfy. The staff was Great very friendly & helpful. +/-20 min walk to Broadway if you you want to so its not terrible. We would def stay here again."

Reviewed on 12 May 2024

Comfort Inn Downtown Nashville - Music City Center
Gaylord Opryland Resort & Convention Center
Gaylord Opryland Resort & Convention Center
4 out of 5
2800 Opryland Drive, Nashville, TN
The price is NZ$678 per night from 23 May to 24 May
NZ$678
per night
23 May - 24 May
Book a stay at this spa resort in Nashville. Enjoy 2 outdoor pools, a full-service spa, and 18 restaurants. Our guests praise the restaurant and the helpful ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,958 reviews)
"Enjoyed my stay! Easy walk to Grand Ole Opry & Opry Mills shopping."

Reviewed on 11 May 2024

Gaylord Opryland Resort & Convention Center
Hyatt Place Nashville Downtown
Hyatt Place Nashville Downtown
3 out of 5
301 3rd Ave S, Nashville, TN
Fully refundable
The price is NZ$388 per night from 19 May to 20 May
NZ$388
per night
19 May - 20 May
Stay at this 3-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! (4,071 reviews)
"The room was very nice and had a great view. It was within walking distance to many things. Drinks and food at hotel were pricey."

Reviewed on 12 May 2024

Hyatt Place Nashville Downtown
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 Music Row
Placemakr Music Row
4 out of 5
1600 McGavock St, Nashville, TN
Stay at this 4-star apartment in Nashville. Enjoy free WiFi, parking (surcharge), and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (813 reviews)
"Very good stay except before check in I had to request for the access code which they had said that they would send it before checking in. Besides that, the stay overall was very good"

Reviewed on 11 May 2024

Placemakr Music Row
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 WiFi, a fitness center, and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,299 reviews)
"Would definitely recommend to friends & family."

Reviewed on 12 May 2024

Placemakr Premier SoBro
Sentral Sobro
Sentral Sobro
4 out of 5
516 Lea Avenue, Nashville, TN
Stay at this 4-star aparthotel in Nashville. Enjoy a fitness center, parking (surcharge), and in-room washers/dryers. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (894 reviews)
"Property secure and clean. Very easy walk to Broadway, 5-10 mins depending on your pace. ;) Parking in garage is extra three Hamilton but easy to set up and manage through the app. We parked and walked during our stay just due to close proximity to all the attractions, bars and dining."

Reviewed on 11 May 2024

Sentral Sobro
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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Reviews of Nashville

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Top destination
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4/5 - Good

Verified traveller
19 Mar 2020

My experience with EXPEDIA in handling this booking was ABSOLUTELY useless..!......and I will NEVER use Expedia again

3/5 - Okay

Verified traveller
28 Nov 2019

Loved the nightlife and tourist attractions

2/5 - Disappointing

Verified traveller
30 Oct 2019

Just overcrowded. Museum was full to full, couldn’t seen half the displays. Parking extremely expensive $30.00 for 4 hrs, really. The bars all full five deep at bar, music competing from one venue to next.

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveller
30 Oct 2019

A brilliant city with a wonderful atmosphere and exceptional live music.

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveller
23 Oct 2019

Loved it. Could easily move there to live.

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveller
16 Oct 2019

Great place, love the atmosphere, loved the town

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