Downtown Nashville Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

A city skyline with a river reflecting lights, a prominent building with a spire, and a bridge in the background.
A city street with brick buildings, a tall glass skyscraper, and yellow school buses.
A steel bridge with a cityscape in the background.
A historic brick building with a sign for Marathon Motor Works.
A brightly lit urban street scene at night with a multi-story building featuring neon signs and a crosswalk.

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 Amphitheatre 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 honours 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 neighbourhoods.


Stay near popular Downtown Nashville attractions

Activities


Our pick of the best Downtown Nashville Hotel Deals

Hyatt Place Nashville Downtown

Hyatt Place Nashville Downtown

3 out of 5
301 3rd Ave S Nashville TN
The price is AU$300 per night from 13 Sept to 14 Sept
AU$300
13 Sept - 14 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Nashville. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
Hyatt Place Nashville Downtown
Knights Inn Nashville

Knights Inn Nashville

1.5 out of 5
99 Spring St Nashville TN
The price is AU$114 per night from 13 Sept to 14 Sept
AU$114
13 Sept - 14 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly motel in Nashville. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
7.8/10 Good! (1,918 reviews)
"Location to downtown is OK however this place needs charm and easier access for handicap guests. The rooms are tiny and the front desk staff needs major attention in WELCOMING GUEST. Overall, acceptable when the price is low. Note rates fluctuates more than a woman’s temperature during menopausal ..."

Reviewed on 10 Sept 2026

Knights Inn Nashville
Comfort Inn Downtown Nashville - Music City Center

Comfort Inn Downtown Nashville - Music City Center

3 out of 5
1501 Demonbreun St Nashville TN
Fully refundable
The price is AU$225 per night from 15 Sept to 16 Sept
AU$225
15 Sept - 16 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Nashville. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and an outdoor pool. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in their ...
8/10 Very good! (4,895 reviews)
"Met all our needs"

Reviewed on 12 Sept 2026

Comfort Inn Downtown Nashville - Music City Center
Cambria Hotel Nashville Midtown

Cambria Hotel Nashville Midtown

3 out of 5
1612 Church Street Nashville TN
The price is AU$266 per night from 27 Sept to 28 Sept
AU$266
27 Sept - 28 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Nashville. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 restaurants and 2 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
9/10 Wonderful! (2,083 reviews)
"Modern"

Reviewed on 10 Sept 2026

Cambria Hotel Nashville Midtown
Mint House Nashville Marathon Village by Kasa

Mint House Nashville Marathon Village by Kasa

4 out of 5
808 14th Ave N Nashville TN
The price is AU$230 per night from 13 Sept to 14 Sept
AU$230
13 Sept - 14 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this aparthotel in Nashville. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a rooftop terrace. Popular attractions Ryman Auditorium and Bridgestone Arena are located ...
9/10 Wonderful! (374 reviews)
"Room & Property were clean & well kept. Great experience overall"

Reviewed on 11 Sept 2026

Mint House Nashville Marathon Village by Kasa
The Capitol Hotel Downtown, an Ascend Collection Hotel

The Capitol Hotel Downtown, an Ascend Collection Hotel

3 out of 5
711 Union Street Nashville TN
The price is AU$259 per night from 27 Sept to 28 Sept
AU$259
27 Sept - 28 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Nashville. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
7.6/10 Good! (1,169 reviews)
"Construction and renovations were an issue."

Reviewed on 11 Sept 2026

The Capitol Hotel Downtown, an Ascend Collection Hotel
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.

Our guide on where to stay in Downtown Nashville

Find the best Downtown Nashville areas for the activities you enjoy most.

SoBro

If you're spending some time in SoBro, Bridgestone Arena and Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum are top sights worth seeing.

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.

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 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.

East Nashville

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.



Downtown Nashville Travel Guide

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