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.
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.
Nissan Stadium
Catch an event at Nissan Stadium during your trip to Nashville. Experience the fascinating museums or attend a sporting event in this vibrant 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
Grand Ole Opry House Guided Backstage Tour in Nashville
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 8 Aug. 2025
Gaylord Opryland Resort & Convention Center
Reviewed on 8 Aug. 2025
Knights Inn Nashville
Reviewed on 7 Aug. 2025
Motif on Nashville's Music Row
Reviewed on 10 Aug. 2025
Hyatt Place Nashville Downtown
Reviewed on 9 Aug. 2025
Comfort Inn Downtown Nashville - Music City Center
Reviewed on 8 Aug. 2025
Other neighbourhoods around 12 South
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 RCA Studio B or Demonbreun Street 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.
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.
- Grand Ole Opry
- Bridgestone Arena
- Nissan Stadium
- Music City Center
- Ryman Auditorium
- Opryland Hotel Gardens
- Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum
- Belmont University
- Nashville Zoo
- Nashville Shores Waterpark
- Mall at Green Hills
- CoolSprings Galleria
- Johnny Cash Museum
- The Parthenon
- Nashville Municipal Auditorium
- Tennessee State University
- Belle Meade Plantation
- Percy Priest Lake