12 South Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Popular places to visit
Grand Ole Opry
This long-running show is a Nashville institution and the stage on which it's held the mothership of country music fans right across the world.
Broadway
When you visit Broadway, a favourite shopping spot in Nashville, you can find the perfect gifts to bring home. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the lively bars while you're in the area.
Vanderbilt University
Explore the campus of Vanderbilt University, a top university in Nashville. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the lively bars while you're in the area.
Nissan Stadium
Catch an event at Nissan Stadium during your trip to Nashville. Experience the acclaimed theatre scene or attend a sporting event in this vibrant area.
Bridgestone Arena
Catch an event at Bridgestone Arena during your trip to Nashville. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the lively bars while you're in the area.
Music City Center
During your trip, find out what's happening in Music City Center, a top convention centre in Nashville. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the lively bars while you're in the area.
Activities
General Jackson Showboat Lunch or Dinner Cruise in Nashville
Nashville Biggest & Wildest Party Public Tractor Tour (Ages 21+)
Nashville: Pontoon Party Cruise with a Captain
Madame Tussauds Nashville: Celebrity Wax Museum Tickets
Nashville "Homes Of The Stars" Narrated Bus Tour with 30+ Celebrity Homes
Nashville Bordellos, Burlesque, and Blood Night-Time Walking Tour
Our pick of the best 12 South Hotel Deals
The Gilmore, an AvantStay Hotel
Reviewed on 26 Jul. 2025
Gaylord Opryland Resort & Convention Center
Reviewed on 24 Jul. 2025
Knights Inn Nashville
Reviewed on 27 Jul. 2025
Comfort Inn Downtown Nashville - Music City Center
Reviewed on 26 Jul. 2025
Cambria Hotel Nashville Midtown
Reviewed on 25 Jul. 2025
Hyatt Place Nashville Downtown
Reviewed on 26 Jul. 2025
Other neighbourhoods around 12 South
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.
Eighth Avenue
Visitors to Eighth Avenue like its museums and coffee shops, and Adventure Science Center is a sight worth a stop.
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.
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.
Music Row
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.
Green Hills
Unique features of Green Hills include the restaurants and shopping. Make a stop by Mall at Green Hills or The Bluebird Cafe while you're exploring the area.
- Grand Ole Opry
- Nissan Stadium
- Bridgestone Arena
- Music City Center
- Ryman Auditorium
- Opryland Hotel Gardens
- Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum
- Nashville Zoo
- Belmont University
- Nashville Shores Waterpark
- CoolSprings Galleria
- Mall at Green Hills
- Johnny Cash Museum
- The Parthenon
- Nashville Municipal Auditorium
- Tennessee State University
- Percy Priest Lake
- Belle Meade Plantation
- Riverfront Park