Academy Square Travel Guide
Nashville
Visit Academy Square
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.
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.
Grand Ole Opry
The pride and joy of Nashville residents and hallowed ground for country music fans the world over.
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 fascinating museums 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
Madame Tussauds Nashville: Celebrity Wax Museum Tickets
Nashville Predators Ice Hockey Game at Bridgestone Arena
Downtown Nashville Public Party Tractor 21+ Only
Homes of the Stars Guided Tour in Nashville
Ryman Auditorium Self-Guided Tour
Nashville Rollin Jamboree Comedy & Country Music Sing-Along Tour
Top hotels in Academy Square
Gaylord Opryland Resort & Convention Center
The room was clean but a bit small. The main challenge had been that staff did not always seem friendly. They sell add on activities at the resort and in many cases, they were overpriced. It was sometimes difficult to find drinks at different bars.
Reviewed on 7 Jan 2026
Comfort Inn Downtown Nashville - Music City Center
Room was clean and breakfast was great.
Reviewed on 8 Jan 2026
Hyatt Place Nashville Downtown
The room was clean. The staff were friendly and very professional. Breakfast was not free. It was a few options but we didn’t try it.
Reviewed on 11 Jan 2026
Hyatt House Nashville Downtown/Convention Center
The staff was great. Everybody was very friendly.
Reviewed on 11 Jan 2026
Best Western Downtown Plus Music Row
Great place to stay..you cannot get a better bargain and quality.
Reviewed on 8 Jan 2026
Caption by Hyatt Downtown Nashville
Staff was amazing!! Convenient location to Broadway!
Reviewed on 7 Jan 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Academy Square
Rutledge Hill
Rutledge Hill might not have many top sights, but Broadway and Bridgestone Arena are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
SoBro
If you're spending some time in SoBro, Bridgestone Arena and Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum are top sights worth seeing.
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 Schermerhorn Symphony Center might round out your trip.
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.
Downtown Nashville
The fantastic nightlife and great live music are just a few highlights of Downtown Nashville. Make a stop by Broadway or Bridgestone Arena while you're exploring the area.
East Bank
If you're spending some time in East Bank, Nissan Stadium and Cumberland River are top sights worth seeing.
