Nashville

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Nashville
Nashville
Nashville
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Nashville
Between the Grand Ole Opry, the Country Music Hall of Fame and live shows every night of the week, see and hear why Music City earns its nickname.

Considered by many to be the world’s music capital, Nashville has attracted legends ranging from Johnny Cash and Patsy Cline to Jimi Hendrix. In addition to music, discover delicious Southern cuisine, live entertainment and sprawling parks in Tennessee's capital city.

Join the audience at the Grand Ole Opry, America’s longest-running radio show. Learn about Nashville’s illustrious entertainment history at the Ryman Auditorium. Tour the Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum, which celebrates every country music genre, from Cajun to contemporary. Learn about the life and career of one of the city’s most legendary musicians at the Johnny Cash Museum.

Tour the many stately homes across Nashville. Visit the Hermitage, the estate and final resting place of Andrew Jackson, the 7th United States president. Experience a classic Southern plantation in Belle Meade. Visit the art collection and botanical gardens within the neo-Georgian manor of Cheekwood Estate and Gardens. Tour Fontanel Mansion, the family home of Country Music Hall of Fame member Barbara Mandrell.

Interactive exhibits of the Adventure Science Center arranged around the five senses, outer space and dinosaurs make it a family-friendly destination. Visit animals and the Grassmere Historic Home and Farm in the Nashville Zoo. In the Lane Motor Museum, see a unique collection of automobiles, trucks and motorcycles.

Admire architecture, art installations and decorative gardens in Centennial Park. Don’t miss the Parthenon, a full-scale replica of one of Greece’s most treasured monuments.

Enjoy Central Tennessee’s scenic beauty in Radnor Lake State Park. See an open-air concert in Riverfront Park, located downtown. Spot some of the hundreds of bird species in the wooded Edwin and Percy Warner Parks. Follow a riverside nature trail in Cumberland Park.

Learn about the state government at the Tennessee State Capitol. At the nearby Tennessee State Museum, understand the history of the South and see an impressive array of artifacts from the Civil War.

Nashville is a friendly city with a fascinating culture. Discover the charms of Music City for yourself.

Where to stay in Nashville

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Downtown Nashville

4/5(93 area reviews)

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.

Downtown Nashville
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Music Row

4.5/5(10 area reviews)

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.

Music Row
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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East Nashville

4/5(1 area review)

The lively bars and live music are top of the list for many visitors to East Nashville. A stop by Nissan Stadium or Cumberland River might round out your trip.

East Nashville
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Opryland

A noteworthy feature of Opryland is its popular shops. While you're in town, be sure to stop and check out Grand Ole Opry and Opry Mills.

Opryland
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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
Sheraton Grand Nashville Downtown
Sheraton Grand Nashville Downtown
4 out of 5
623 Union St, Nashville, TN
The price is €239 per night from 16 Mar to 17 Mar
€239
includes taxes & fees
16 Mar - 17 Mar
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Nashville. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 bars/lounges, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the bar and the helpful ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (146 reviews)
"We loved it"

Reviewed on 10 Mar 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 €101 per night from 16 Mar to 17 Mar
€101
includes taxes & fees
16 Mar - 17 Mar
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Nashville. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and an outdoor pool. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,826 reviews)
"Location was great so was rooms but when asked if we could store our luggage till we got on plane they said for an hour which is very inconvenient. Would be so helpful for them to offer a storage for people who have to be out of the rooms by 11pm and have a later flight. Any hotel I’ve stayed in ..."

Reviewed on 10 Mar 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 €229 per night from 27 Mar to 28 Mar
€229
includes taxes & fees
27 Mar - 28 Mar
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Nashville. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the breakfast and ...
9/10 Wonderful! (4,925 reviews)
"Great hotel within walking distance to Broadway"

Reviewed on 11 Mar 2025

Hyatt Place Nashville Downtown
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.
Placemakr Premier SoBro
Placemakr Premier SoBro
4 out of 5
205 Demonbreun St, Nashville, TN
Stay at this 4-star aparthotel in Nashville. Enjoy free WiFi, room service, and a fitness center. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (2,466 reviews)
"I loved having the space in the unit i stayed. I'm disappointed that the hot tub and pool wandt open due to maintenance. We were looking forward to e joint them during our stay."

Reviewed on 10 Mar 2025

Placemakr Premier SoBro
Placemakr Music Row - Vanderbilt
Placemakr Music Row - Vanderbilt
4 out of 5
1600 McGavock St, Nashville, TN
Stay at this 4-star apartment in Nashville. Enjoy free WiFi, parking (surcharge), and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the convenient ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,381 reviews)
"Stay was comfortable and staff are very courteous. The only minor issue we had was the wifi did not work in our apartment."

Reviewed on 10 Mar 2025

Placemakr Music Row - Vanderbilt
Sentral Sobro
Sentral Sobro
4 out of 5
516 Lea Avenue, Nashville, TN
Stay at this 4-star aparthotel in Nashville. Enjoy a fitness center, parking (surcharge), and onsite car rentals. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,308 reviews)
"Huge, modern super cool room. Great staff and location. Only criticism is the very weak water pressure in the shower."

Reviewed on 12 Mar 2025

Sentral Sobro
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.

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Reviews of Nashville

4.5
Top destination
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4/5 - Good

Verified traveller

Great city with lovely atmosphere. Friendly.

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveller

Nashville itself is an incredible place - just stay in a hotel downtown and not the Gaylord Opryland.

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveller

Loved the music, the joy and the friendliness.

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveller

Nashville is such a fun place! There is so much going on and always music to listen to. I thoroughly enjoyed my time here and would definitely come back!

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveller

Whole place was clean, tidy and vibrant. Bars open at 10:00 am close around 2:00 am and it's just music all the way. Really friendly people .

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveller

Small downtown area so didn't feel like a huge, sprawling city. Extremely friendly people, city centre close to airport. Live music everywhere from early morning. Superb food.