Downtown Nashville Travel Guide

Nashville

Downtown Nashville
Downtown Nashville
Downtown Nashville
Downtown Nashville
Downtown Nashville

Sounds of country and honky-tonk resonate around the streets of Music City. Watch a show, attend a hockey match and walk in the footsteps of U.S. presidents.

Visit Downtown Nashville for foot-stomping fun at legendary concert halls. This live music and nightlife hub of Nashville has been a haunt of artists such as Johnny Cash and Jimi Hendrix. Find historical landmarks, superb art and a riverside park set among the musical entertainment of Downtown Nashville.

Journey through the ages of country music and its many sub-genres at the Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum. At Nashville Music Garden, the Music City Walk of Fame Park has plaques dedicated to Dolly Parton and Elvis Presley, among others. Glimpse into the life of the Man in Blackat the Johnny Cash Museum. Enjoy concerts and take a backstage tour at the century-old Ryman Auditorium.

Live music pumps out of bars throughout the day along the Honky Tonk Highway. Let the music guide you into a bar, grab a cold beer and hit the dance floor. The Musicians Hall of Fame and Museum celebrates illustrious American artists via displays of original instruments and multimedia exhibits. Check the schedule of the Nashville Symphony for orchestral, pop and jazz performances.

Get fascinating insights into local and presidential history while touring the Tennessee State Capitol. See memorials to war heroes spread around the leafy Bicentennial Capitol Mall State Park. State history comes to life at the Tennessee State Museum. Browse handicraft stalls, shop for fresh produce and sample artisanal food at Nashville Farmers Market.

Riverfront Park blends riverside recreation and tranquility with outdoor events, including June’s CMA Music Festival. The park’s Ascend Amphitheatre has a capacity for 6,800 spectators. Don’t miss Fort Nashborough, where pioneers founded the city in 1780.

Cheer on the Nashville Predators ice hockey team at Bridgestone Arena. Tennessee Sports Hall of Fame honours some of the state’s finest athletes and sportspeople.

Public buses serve the streets of Downtown Nashville. Travel using the hop-on, hop-off Old Town Trolley to reach 15 major attractions here and in the Music Row and West End neighbourhoods.


Popular places to visit

Things to do


Top hotels in Downtown Nashville

Sheraton Grand Nashville Downtown

Sheraton Grand Nashville Downtown

4 out of 5
623 Union St, Nashville, TN
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is Rp2.251.522 per night from 31 Aug to 1 Sept
Rp2.251.522
Rp3.113.620 total
31 Aug - 1 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Nashville. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 bars/lounges and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the bar and the helpful ...
9/10 Wonderful! (307 reviews)
"Beautiful Hotel very spacious good restaurant"

Reviewed on 18 Aug 2025

Sheraton Grand Nashville Downtown
Comfort Inn Downtown Nashville - Music City Center

Comfort Inn Downtown Nashville - Music City Center

3 out of 5
1501 Demonbreun St, Nashville, TN
The price is Rp1.449.559 per night from 25 Aug to 26 Aug
Rp1.449.559
Rp1.732.856 total
25 Aug - 26 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Nashville. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and an outdoor pool. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool ...
7.8/10 Good! (2,667 reviews)
"Good price and close to Bridgestone Arena and Broadway . Great places to eat across the street for convenience. Snacks/sodas for purchase were very reasonable, continental breakfast was good."

Reviewed on 18 Aug 2025

Comfort Inn Downtown Nashville - Music City Center
Hyatt Place Nashville Downtown

Hyatt Place Nashville Downtown

3 out of 5
301 3rd Ave S, Nashville, TN
The price is Rp2.615.606 per night from 24 Aug to 25 Aug
Rp2.615.606
Rp3.094.336 total
24 Aug - 25 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Nashville. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the breakfast ...
9/10 Wonderful! (5,374 reviews)
"Great location, affordable, friendly staff"

Reviewed on 17 Aug 2025

Hyatt Place Nashville Downtown
Cambria Hotel Nashville Midtown

Cambria Hotel Nashville Midtown

3 out of 5
1612 Church Street, Nashville, TN
The price is Rp1.844.246 per night from 24 Aug to 25 Aug
Rp1.844.246
Rp2.234.388 total
24 Aug - 25 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Nashville. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 restaurants and 2 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,143 reviews)
"The hotel was lovely. Great view, Great staff. The only downside was the city view room was making a knocking noise near the window continuously, other than that our stay was phenomenal."

Reviewed on 19 Aug 2025

Cambria Hotel Nashville Midtown
Cambria Hotel Nashville Downtown

Cambria Hotel Nashville Downtown

4 out of 5
118 8th Ave S, Nashville, TN
The price is Rp2.485.638 per night from 24 Aug to 25 Aug
Rp2.485.638
Rp2.942.598 total
24 Aug - 25 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Nashville. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the pool and the restaurant ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,829 reviews)
"Location location location! This hotel was amazing! We will definitely comeback to this hotel. We loved it. Hands down a Golden buzzer beater from Americas Got Talent! Enough said, just go and stay there 💪💯"

Reviewed on 20 Aug 2025

Cambria Hotel Nashville Downtown
Knights Inn Nashville

Knights Inn Nashville

1.5 out of 5
99 Spring St, Nashville, TN
The price is Rp961.999 per night from 25 Aug to 26 Aug
Rp961.999
Rp1.277.212 total
25 Aug - 26 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly motel in Nashville. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
7.6/10 Good! (527 reviews)
"Was not expecting to like it as much as I did. Would stay again. Rooms were cleaned and parking lot was very very bright which was nice for safety."

Reviewed on 18 Aug 2025

Knights Inn Nashville
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Other neighbourhoods around Downtown 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.

The District
Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum featuring interior views

SoBro

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

SoBro
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North Gulch

While there might not be top attractions in North Gulch, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Broadway and Ryman Auditorium.

North Gulch
Tennessee State Capitol

North Capitol

While visiting North Capitol, you might make a stop by sights like First Horizon Park and Nashville Municipal Auditorium.

North Capitol
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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
Cumberland Park

East Bank

If you're spending some time in East Bank, Nissan Stadium and Cumberland River are top sights worth seeing.

East Bank

Downtown Nashville Travel Guide