Nashville Travel Guide

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Between the Grand Ole Opry, the Country Music Hall of Fame and live shows every night of the week, see and hear why Music City earns its nickname.

Considered by many to be the world’s music capital, Nashville has attracted legends ranging from Johnny Cash and Patsy Cline to Jimi Hendrix. In addition to music, discover delicious Southern cuisine, live entertainment and sprawling parks in Tennessee's capital city.

Join the audience at the Grand Ole Opry, America’s longest-running radio show. Learn about Nashville’s illustrious entertainment history at the Ryman Auditorium. Tour the Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum, which celebrates every country music genre, from Cajun to contemporary. Learn about the life and career of one of the city’s most legendary musicians at the Johnny Cash Museum.

Tour the many stately homes across Nashville. Visit the Hermitage, the estate and final resting place of Andrew Jackson, the 7th United States president. Experience a classic Southern plantation in Belle Meade. Visit the art collection and botanical gardens within the neo-Georgian manor of Cheekwood Estate and Gardens. Tour Fontanel Mansion, the family home of Country Music Hall of Fame member Barbara Mandrell.

Interactive exhibits of the Adventure Science Centre arranged around the five senses, outer space and dinosaurs make it a family-friendly destination. Visit animals and the Grassmere Historic Home and Farm in the Nashville Zoo. In the Lane Motor Museum, see a unique collection of automobiles, trucks and motorcycles.

Admire architecture, art installations and decorative gardens in Centennial Park. Don’t miss the Parthenon, a full-scale replica of one of Greece’s most treasured monuments.

Enjoy Central Tennessee’s scenic beauty in Radnor Lake State Park. See an open-air concert in Riverfront Park, located downtown. Spot some of the hundreds of bird species in the wooded Edwin and Percy Warner Parks. Follow a riverside nature trail in Cumberland Park.

Learn about the state government at the Tennessee State Capitol. At the nearby Tennessee State Museum, understand the history of the South and see an impressive array of artefacts from the Civil War.

Nashville is a friendly city with a fascinating culture. Discover the charms of Music City for yourself.

Where to stay in Nashville

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Downtown Nashville

4/5(43 area reviews)

The fantastic nightlife and great live music are just a few highlights of Downtown Nashville. Make a stop by Broadway or Ryman Auditorium while you're exploring the area.

Downtown Nashville
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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 Demonbreun Street or RCA Studio B while you're exploring the area.

Music Row
Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum showing interior views

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

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Opryland

A noteworthy feature of Opryland is its popular shops. While you're in town, be sure to stop and check out Grand Ole Opry and Cooter's 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.

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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
Gaylord Opryland Resort & Convention Center

Gaylord Opryland Resort & Convention Center

4 out of 5
2800 Opryland Drive, Nashville, TN
The price is AU$690 per night from 24 Oct to 25 Oct
AU$690
per night
24 Oct - 25 Oct
Stay at this 4-star spa resort in Nashville. Enjoy 2 outdoor pools, a full-service spa, and 18 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,702 reviews)
Clean, Good staff but overpriced!!
"The overall experience was fine and the staff was great. I feel though the rooms were pretty basic for what we paid. It was also a long distance from our room to the pool. Wish there was more music onsite too."

Reviewed on 17 Sept 2025

Gaylord Opryland Resort & Convention Center
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$180 per night from 29 Sept to 30 Sept
AU$180
per night
29 Sept - 30 Sept
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! (2,832 reviews)
"Clean, not too expensive and great location."

Reviewed on 18 Sept 2025

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$230 per night from 28 Sept to 29 Sept
AU$230
per night
28 Sept - 29 Sept
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Nashville. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 restaurants, and 2 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,256 reviews)
"The Cambria Hotel in Midtown Nashville is modern, stylish, and in a great location. The room was clean and comfortable, and the overall vibe was upscale and welcoming. And their parking service was phenomenal. There were a few minor maintenance issues—like broken light fixtures, closet damage, and ..."

Reviewed on 19 Sept 2025

Cambria Hotel Nashville Midtown
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.
Sentral Sobro

Sentral Sobro

4 out of 5
516 Lea Avenue, Nashville, TN
Stay at this 4-star aparthotel in Nashville. Enjoy 2 restaurants, a fitness center, and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,560 reviews)
"Great location, staff went above and beyond to show us to our room. I will stay here again. The bed was very comfortable apartment was spacious and very nice."

Reviewed on 17 Sept 2025

Sentral Sobro
Placemakr Premier SoBro

Placemakr Premier SoBro

4 out of 5
205 Demonbreun St, Nashville, TN
Stay at this 4-star aparthotel in Nashville. Enjoy free WiFi, a rooftop terrace, and room service. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (2,877 reviews)
"Loved our stay. The location was great & it was so convenient having a kitchen are & washer & dryer."

Reviewed on 21 Sept 2025

Placemakr Premier SoBro
Studio 154 Luxury Hotel

Studio 154 Luxury Hotel

4 out of 5
154 2nd Ave North, Nashville, TN
Stay at this 4-star aparthotel in Nashville. Enjoy free WiFi, a rooftop terrace, and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (422 reviews)
"Concierge was just the best!"

Reviewed on 22 Sept 2025

Studio 154 Luxury 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.

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Reviews of Nashville

4.6
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4/5 - Good

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3/5 - Okay

Verified traveller

Loved the nightlife and tourist attractions

2/5 - Disappointing

Verified traveller

Just overcrowded. Museum was full to full, couldn’t seen half the displays. Parking extremely expensive $30.00 for 4 hrs, really. The bars all full five deep at bar, music competing from one venue to next.

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveller

A brilliant city with a wonderful atmosphere and exceptional live music.

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveller

Loved it. Could easily move there to live.

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveller

Great place, love the atmosphere, loved the town

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