12 South Travel Guide
Nashville
Popular places to visit
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
The pride and joy of Nashville residents and hallowed ground for country music fans the world over.
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.
Ryman Auditorium
Take a tour of this historic performing arts venue and watch shows on a stage that has welcomed world-renowned names from Sarah Bernhardt to Johnny Cash.
Things to do
Grand Ole Opry Admission Ticket
Madame Tussauds Nashville: Celebrity Wax Museum Tickets
General Jackson Showboat Lunch or Dinner Cruise in Nashville
Belle Meade Guided Mansion Tour with Complimentary Wine Tasting
Nashville to Memphis Daytrip with Graceland VIP Tour and Sun Studio Admission
Downtown Nashville Public Party Tractor 21+ Only
Top hotels in 12 South
The Gilmore, an AvantStay Hotel
"We are on a 40 day road trip and the Gilmore has been our favorite place to stay so far! It’s in a great neighborhood for walking to restaurants and shopping, room was comfy, nicely decorated and clean and staff were very helpful and friendly. We would definitely recommend and return!"
Reviewed on 18 May 2026
Gaylord Opryland Resort & Convention Center
"The entire experience was perfect. We were on a weekend trip for our anniversary and the staff worked to make certain our trip was special."
Reviewed on 17 May 2026
Hyatt Place Nashville Downtown
Placemakr Premier SoBro
"Great location to enjoy downtown"
Reviewed on 17 May 2026
Comfort Inn Downtown Nashville - Music City Center
"It’s good for what it is, but don’t expect anything better than 3 star. It’s old and dingy and beat-up and kitschy and it shows. Heck, it’s the middle of May and they still have their Christmas decorations up. But the staff was competent, the place was clean and smelled clean, the breakfast was serviceable, ..."
Reviewed on 18 May 2026
Sheraton Grand Nashville Downtown
"Nice experience just that the fire alarm went off twice…"
Reviewed on 18 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around 12 South
Eighth Avenue
Visitors to Eighth Avenue like its museums and coffee shops, and Adventure Science Center is a sight worth a stop.
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.
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.
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.
Green Hills
Unique features of Green Hills include the restaurants and shopping. Make a stop by The Bluebird Cafe or Mall at Green Hills while you're exploring the area.
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.
