Midtown Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Popular places to visit
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.
Vanderbilt University Medical Center
If Vanderbilt University Medical Center is what brings you to town, hopefully you'll have a chance to explore more of Nashville.
FirstBank Stadium
Catch an event at FirstBank Stadium during your trip to Nashville. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the lively bars while you're in the area.
Monroe Carell Jr. Children's Hospital at Vanderbilt
If Monroe Carell Jr. Children's Hospital at Vanderbilt is what brings you to town, hopefully you'll have a chance to explore more of Nashville.
Hank Williams Jr. Museum
You can spend an afternoon studying the exhibits at Hank Williams Jr. Museum during your travels in Nashville. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the lively bars while you're in the area.
Sarratt Gallery at Vanderbilt University
You can spend time exploring the galleries in Sarratt Gallery at Vanderbilt University in Nashville. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the lively bars while you're in the area.
Activities
Grand Ole Opry Admission Ticket
Madame Tussauds Nashville: Celebrity Wax Museum Tickets
Downtown Nashville Public Party Tractor 21+ Only
Homes of the Stars Guided Tour in Nashville
Nashville Combo Tour: Sightseeing, Murals & Brewery/Distillery
Open-Air Minibus Sightseeing Tour of Nashville
Our pick of the best Midtown Hotel Deals
Virgin Hotels Nashville
Room was very nice and the hotel had a ton of amenities!
Reviewed on 20 Apr 2026
Holiday Inn Nashville - Vanderbilt (Dwtn) by IHG
Location was great. Love that they provide free shuttle service to downtown. Making it easy to enjoy your stay and explore the city. We arrived long before check in and they kept our luggages and we hoped on the shuttle to go explore. I highly recommended staying here.
Reviewed on 22 Apr 2026
Hilton Garden Inn Nashville Vanderbilt
Great location! Clean room and nice staff!
Reviewed on 21 Apr 2026
Hotel Fraye Nashville, Curio Collection By Hilton
It was a great location that was close to everything. The valet staff is very attentive and helpful. They have a great bar in the lobby with live musicians. Very nice pool with nice places to lounge
Reviewed on 21 Apr 2026
Home2 Suites by Hilton Nashville Vanderbilt, TN
Great breakfast!
Reviewed on 19 Apr 2026
Holiday Inn Express Nashville Downtown - Broadway by IHG
Room was not ready Enjoyed the chicken appetizer with entertainment while waiting Even though we had to wait. Jennave was extremely helpful & pleasant We so very much appreciated her help Parking was very pricey H2O was expensive We stayed at the Hilton the night before. Had free parking & they had ...
Reviewed on 22 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Midtown
West End
The lively bars and live music are top of the list for many visitors to West End. A stop by The Parthenon or Centennial Sportsplex Tennis Center 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.
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 Ryman Auditorium.
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.
North Gulch
While there might not be top attractions in North Gulch, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Broadway and Ryman Auditorium.
Eighth Avenue
Visitors to Eighth Avenue like its museums and coffee shops, and Adventure Science Center is a sight worth a stop.
