Downtown Nashville Travel Guide

Tourist Guide
Downtown Nashville
Sounds of country and honky-tonk resonate around the streets of Music City. Watch a show, attend a hockey match and walk in the footsteps of U.S. presidents.

Visit Downtown Nashville for foot-stomping fun at legendary concert halls. This live music and nightlife hub of Nashville has been a haunt of artists such as Johnny Cash and Jimi Hendrix. Find historical landmarks, superb art and a riverside park set among the musical entertainment of Downtown Nashville.

Journey through the ages of country music and its many sub-genres at the Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum. At Nashville Music Garden, the Music City Walk of Fame Park has plaques dedicated to Dolly Parton and Elvis Presley, among others. Glimpse into the life of the Man in Blackat the Johnny Cash Museum. Enjoy concerts and take a backstage tour at the century-old Ryman Auditorium.

Live music pumps out of bars throughout the day along the Honky Tonk Highway. Let the music guide you into a bar, grab a cold beer and hit the dance floor. The Musicians Hall of Fame and Museum celebrates illustrious American artists via displays of original instruments and multimedia exhibits. Check the schedule of the Nashville Symphony for orchestral, pop and jazz performances.

Get fascinating insights into local and presidential history while touring the Tennessee State Capitol. See memorials to war heroes spread around the leafy Bicentennial Capitol Mall State Park. State history comes to life at the Tennessee State Museum. Browse handicraft stalls, shop for fresh produce and sample artisanal food at Nashville Farmers Market.

Riverfront Park blends riverside recreation and tranquility with outdoor events, including June’s CMA Music Festival. The park’s Ascend Amphitheater has a capacity for 6,800 spectators. Don’t miss Fort Nashborough, where pioneers founded the city in 1780.

Cheer on the Nashville Predators ice hockey team at Bridgestone Arena. Tennessee Sports Hall of Fame honors some of the state’s finest athletes and sportspeople.

Public buses serve the streets of Downtown Nashville. Travel using the hop-on, hop-off Old Town Trolley to reach 15 major attractions here and in the Music Row and West End neighborhoods.


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Our pick of the best Downtown Nashville Hotel Deals

Knights Inn Nashville
Knights Inn Nashville
1.5 out of 5
99 Spring St, Nashville, TN
The price is AU$125 per night from 19 May to 20 May
AU$125
per night
19 May - 20 May
Book a stay at this business-friendly motel in Nashville. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
7/10 Good! (2,521 reviews)
"Great location, excellent room & amenities especially for the price, big comfortable beds, clean. Will stay here again."

Reviewed on 10 May 2024

Knights Inn Nashville
Hyatt Place Nashville Downtown
Hyatt Place Nashville Downtown
3 out of 5
301 3rd Ave S, Nashville, TN
Fully refundable
The price is AU$354 per night from 27 May to 28 May
AU$354
per night
27 May - 28 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
Comfort Inn Downtown Nashville - Music City Center
Comfort Inn Downtown Nashville - Music City Center
3 out of 5
1501 Demonbreun St, Nashville, TN
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$202 per night from 27 May to 28 May
AU$202
per night
27 May - 28 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
Drury Plaza Hotel Nashville Downtown
Drury Plaza Hotel Nashville Downtown
3 out of 5
300 Korean Veterans Blvd, Nashville, TN
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$303 per night from 27 May to 28 May
AU$303
per night
27 May - 28 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 ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (2,808 reviews)
"5 Stars!"

Reviewed on 10 May 2024

Drury Plaza Hotel Nashville Downtown
The Capitol Hotel Downtown, Ascend Hotel Collection
The Capitol Hotel Downtown, Ascend Hotel Collection
3 out of 5
711 Union Street, Nashville, TN
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$256 per night from 27 May to 28 May
AU$256
per night
27 May - 28 May
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Nashville. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
7.4/10 Good! (1,010 reviews)
Nice place
"Great location, only about a 10 walk to Broadway. Rooms are noise, you hear doors slam and people talking in the hallway"

Reviewed on 12 May 2024

The Capitol Hotel Downtown, Ascend Hotel Collection
Hyatt Centric Downtown Nashville
Hyatt Centric Downtown Nashville
4 out of 5
210 MOLLOY ST, Nashville, TN
The price is AU$379 per night from 26 May to 27 May
AU$379
per night
26 May - 27 May
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Nashville. Enjoy free WiFi, an outdoor pool, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the pool and the restaurant in our reviews. ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (954 reviews)
"Really enjoy the stay!!!"

Reviewed on 13 May 2024

Hyatt Centric Downtown Nashville
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.

Other neighbourhoods around Downtown Nashville

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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
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
Tennessee State Capitol

North Capitol

While visiting North Capitol, you might make a stop by sights like First Horizon Park and Nashville Municipal Auditorium.

North Capitol
Cumberland Park

East Bank

If you're spending some time in East Bank, Nissan Stadium and Cumberland River are top sights worth seeing.

East Bank
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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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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

Downtown Nashville Travel Guide

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