Eighth Avenue Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Eighth Avenue
Popular places to visit
Adventure Science Center
Bring the kids to this fun-packed educational attraction where they can learn all about space and science.
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.
Grand Ole Opry
A historic country music hall and home to the country's longest running radio show.
Nissan Stadium
Catch an event at Nissan Stadium during your trip to Nashville. Experience the acclaimed art galleries or attend a sporting event in this vibrant 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.
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
Grand Ole Opry Admission Ticket
General Jackson Showboat Lunch or Dinner Cruise in Nashville
Madame Tussauds Nashville: Celebrity Wax Museum Tickets
Downtown Nashville Public Party Tractor 21+ Only
Belle Meade Guided Mansion Tour with Complimentary Wine Tasting
Homes of the Stars Guided Tour in Nashville
Our pick of the best Eighth Avenue Hotel Deals
Gaylord Opryland Resort & Convention Center
This hotel is old need to be upgraded
Reviewed on 11 May 2026
Hyatt Place Nashville Downtown
The hotel was the perfect location if you want to be just two blocks off of lower Broadway. This is very convenient for walking however, you will also hear the music in your room, especially on the higher floors like we did when there was an outdoor concert on the Friday night. We had a great time ...
Reviewed on 16 May 2026
Placemakr Premier SoBro
Great city view, clean, and good size for 1-2 people for a long weekend. Reasonably well stocked with basic dishes, dishwasher & laundry supplies. Our unit was like the picture of smaller units (main picture shows a bigger unit). There was some noise - could hear the cheers of the pedal/drinking ...
Reviewed on 16 May 2026
Comfort Inn Downtown Nashville - Music City Center
Easy access! Close to broadway!
Reviewed on 16 May 2026
Sheraton Grand Nashville Downtown
My boyfriend & I only had beverages at this hotel, my espresso martini was actually very good & they make French press coffee which was also great
Reviewed on 15 May 2026
Best Western Downtown Plus Music Row
Great location and value. Parking lot was very well lit. Bed was comfortable.
Reviewed on 16 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Eighth Avenue
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 Nissan Stadium.
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.
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.
Rutledge Hill
Rutledge Hill might not have many top sights, but Broadway and Nissan Stadium are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
SoBro
If you're spending some time in SoBro, Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum and Bridgestone Arena are top sights worth seeing.
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.
