12 South Travel Guide
Nashville
Popular places to visit
Grand Ole Opry
The pride and joy of Nashville residents and hallowed ground for country music fans the world over.
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.
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.
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.
Bridgestone Arena
Catch an event at Bridgestone Arena during your trip to Nashville. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the lively bars while you're in the area.
Things to do
Grand Ole Opry Admission Ticket
Madame Tussauds Nashville: Celebrity Wax Museum Tickets
Taste of Nashville Food & Sightseeing Tour
Downtown Nashville Public Party Tractor 21+ Only
Nashville Predators Ice Hockey Game at Bridgestone Arena
Homes of the Stars Guided Tour in Nashville
Top hotels in 12 South
The Gilmore, an AvantStay Hotel
Lovely room, air con super effective, awful view but local neighbourhood made up for it. Highly recommend Frothy Monkey cafe for breakfast. Appreciated the keypad entry to the room and the fact we didn't need to take keys with us, but we had to enter the numbers ~5 times each day to get back into ...
Reviewed on 5 Mar 2026
Gaylord Opryland Resort & Convention Center
Everything was wonderful! Room, restaurants, and convention location was easy
Reviewed on 2 Mar 2026
Comfort Inn Downtown Nashville - Music City Center
We did not have a pet!!!!! Very outdated furniture and carpeting We did not feel that it was clean because it was so old Bathroom caulking was poorly administered Did not receive extra cups even after we used them Poor towel quality I believe there are much nicer hotels in Nashville for a similar ...
Reviewed on 5 Mar 2026
Holiday Inn Express Nashville Downtown - Broadway by IHG
Clean room, comfy beds and pillows. Convenient to all the shops and restaurants.
Reviewed on 5 Mar 2026
Hyatt Place Nashville Downtown
Excellent room, close to Broadway
Reviewed on 5 Mar 2026
Drift Nashville, a Member of Design Hotels
Drift Hotel is a vibe! The rooms are spacious with HUGE showers. The sink is in the bedroom area, if that’s something you care about. You must request housekeeping; otherwise, you will not be disturbed during your stay. The Dawn Cafe and Sunrise Room serve great drinks and food. The whole lobby floor ...
Reviewed on 26 Feb 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 Nissan Stadium.
Midtown
The lively bars and live music are top of the list for many visitors to Midtown. A stop by Demonbreun Street or Memorial Gymnasium 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 Upper Room 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.