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.
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
Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum Admission
Nashville Old Town Trolley Hop-On Hop-Off City Tour
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
Top hotels in Academy Square
Gaylord Opryland Resort & Convention Center
Scheduled maintenance was being done on the elevator on our wing and we woke up to a very loud construction zone at 7 in the morning.
Reviewed on 5 May 2026
Hyatt Place Nashville Downtown
Perfect location walking distance to a Broadway with parking and a great breakfast! Couldn’t have asked for a better place to stay!
Reviewed on 11 May 2026
Placemakr Premier SoBro
Room was an amazing size and very clean! Front desk was extremely informative and friendly. Overall amazing stay!
Reviewed on 11 May 2026
Comfort Inn Downtown Nashville - Music City Center
The breakfast bar was the best I have ever had. Great omelette service!
Reviewed on 11 May 2026
Sheraton Grand Nashville Downtown
Room we stayed had no windows. Very clostofobic... Felt like we were in a storage room. Hair dryer did not work either. Shower door would not stay closed. After complaining about all this the next day, we received 2 free coffee stamps at the front desk. Not very happy. 2 stars for being clean.
Reviewed on 11 May 2026
Best Western Downtown Plus Music Row
The staff was great, very friendly and even had hen you needed a toothbrush and paste they will give it to you gladly. Very close by to everything
Reviewed on 11 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Academy Square
Rutledge Hill
Rutledge Hill might not have many top sights, but Broadway and Nissan Stadium are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
SoBro
If you're spending some time in SoBro, Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum and Bridgestone Arena 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 Printer's Alley 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 Nissan Stadium 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.
