Downtown Nashville Travel Guide

Nashville

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Downtown Nashville featuring night scenes, a bridge and a city
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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.



Top hotels in Downtown Nashville

Holiday Inn Express Nashville Downtown - Broadway by IHG

Holiday Inn Express Nashville Downtown - Broadway by IHG

3 out of 5
920 Broadway Nashville TN
The price is Rp1.938.472 per night from 5 Apr to 6 Apr
Rp1.938.472
Rp2.582.274 total
5 Apr - 6 Apr
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Nashville. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and an outdoor pool. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (2,434 reviews)
Close to downtown

Reviewed on 13 Mar 2026

Holiday Inn Express Nashville Downtown - Broadway by IHG
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 Rp1.849.615 per night from 5 Apr to 6 Apr
Rp1.849.615
Rp2.201.496 total
5 Apr - 6 Apr
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Nashville. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and an outdoor pool. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in their ...
8/10 Very Good! (3,762 reviews)
There were beds sitting out in the hallway when you exit the elevator, not very welcoming. The balcony from your room was misleading, this is more of a motel, every room had a balcony…. 15-20 minute walk to Broadway. $20 to park.

Reviewed on 13 Mar 2026

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 Rp2.854.917 per night from 1 Apr to 2 Apr
Rp2.854.917
Rp3.375.349 total
1 Apr - 2 Apr
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Nashville. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the breakfast and ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (5,920 reviews)
Close to venue, clean and affordable.

Reviewed on 13 Mar 2026

Hyatt Place Nashville Downtown
Cambria Hotel Nashville Downtown

Cambria Hotel Nashville Downtown

4 out of 5
118 8th Ave S Nashville TN
The price is Rp2.873.499 per night from 5 Apr to 6 Apr
Rp2.873.499
Rp3.397.043 total
5 Apr - 6 Apr
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 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! (2,243 reviews)
Great weekend! Walking distance to everything!

Reviewed on 13 Mar 2026

Cambria Hotel Nashville Downtown
Margaritaville Hotel Nashville

Margaritaville Hotel Nashville

4.5 out of 5
425 Rep. John Lewis Way S Nashville TN
The price is Rp4.554.353 per night from 12 Apr to 13 Apr
Rp4.554.353
Rp5.852.548 total
12 Apr - 13 Apr
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Nashville. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, an outdoor pool and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,919 reviews)
I liked the room because the floor had LVP flooring. No carpet which is nice because you know it’s clean.

Reviewed on 13 Mar 2026

Margaritaville Hotel Nashville
Omni Nashville Hotel

Omni Nashville Hotel

4 out of 5
250 Rep John Lewis Way South Nashville TN
The price is Rp3.862.728 per night from 1 Apr to 2 Apr
Rp3.862.728
Rp5.143.730 total
1 Apr - 2 Apr
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this spa hotel in Nashville. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,869 reviews)
The Staff screwed up on a daily basis charging my debit card repeatedly for a trip that was paid for in advance through Expedia . Everytime I put money in My account to go out on , they had frozen my funds with bogus charges . Unreal took 1,200 first day so I had no money , reversed the mistake but ...

Reviewed on 9 Mar 2026

Omni Nashville Hotel
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

Other neighbourhoods around Downtown Nashville

The District which includes street scenes, a city and night scenes

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 District
My new fav city

North Gulch

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

North Gulch
Rooftop bar and pool with beautiful views

SoBro

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

SoBro
The solar eclipse sequence from Aug 2017 stacked

North Capitol

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

North Capitol
The Gulch showing a sunset, street scenes and a city

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
Nashville, Tennessee, USA downtown city skyline at dusk on the Cumberland River.

Rutledge Hill

Rutledge Hill might not have many top sights, but Broadway and Nissan Stadium are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Rutledge Hill


Downtown Nashville Travel Guide