Central Tennessee, TN

Travel Guide

Nashville
Tennessee Performing Arts Center which includes signage
Belle Meade Plantation
Schermerhorn Symphony Center showing interior views, heritage elements and theater scenes
Germantown featuring a house
This welcoming region of Tennessee is famous for its antebellum homes, American Civil War battlegrounds, revered music heritage and beautiful parks.

Experience the true essence of southern American hospitality when vacationing in Central Tennessee. Delve into Civil War and country music history. Visit centuries-old whiskey distilleries and sample tantalizing Southern cuisine. Explore riverside trails, pretty countryside and sprawling parks. Central Tennessee stretches between Tennessee’s state borders with Kentucky and Alabama.

Start your adventure in energetic NashvilleOpens in a new window, the Music City. Appreciate the city’s musical importance at the Country Music Hall of Fame and MuseumOpens in a new window, Johnny Cash MuseumOpens in a new window, Music City Walk of Fame Park and Ryman AuditoriumOpens in a new window. Enjoy outdoor spaces such as Centennial ParkOpens in a new window, the riverfront Cumberland ParkOpens in a new window and Radnor Lake State ParkOpens in a new window. Walk in the footsteps of former U.S. presidents at the Tennessee State CapitolOpens in a new window and Andrew Jackson’s Hermitage.

Find Civil War monuments, artisanal coffeehouses and vineyards in Franklin. Take a poignant walk through the Stones River National Battlefield in Murfreesboro. Admire the architecture of Columbia’s historic square in Maury County, the Antebellum Homes Capital of Tennessee. Taste whiskey at Jack Daniel’s Distillery in Lynchburg and the George Dickel Distillery in Tullahoma.

Travel northward and promenade along Clarksville’s Cumberland RiverWalk. Go boating, fishing, Jet Skiing and wakeboarding in Hendersonville. Enjoy family-friendly fun at Lebanon’s award-winning Wilson County Fair.

Stretching north and east from Nashville is the Upper Cumberland, a picturesque region with 13 state parks and natural areas. It’s a perfect setting for nature walks, hikes to waterfalls, horseback rides, picnics and fishing trips. Don’t miss the delights of Burgess Falls State Park, Frozen Head State Park and Standing Stone State Park. Marvel at dramatic valleys and sandstone cliffs in Big South Fork National River and Recreation Area.

Satisfy your palate with regional staples, including country ham, pulled pork, cornbread and flaky biscuits. Swing to bluegrass and country beats at Nashville’s AmericanaFest and McMinnville’s Bluegrass Underground.

Reach Central Tennessee by flying to Nashville International Airport. Rent a car to venture along the Natchez Trace Parkway, a 444-mile-long (715-kilometer) scenic byway and bike route that winds through Mississippi, Alabama and Tennessee.

Where to stay in Central Tennessee

Downtown Nashville which includes a city, a sunset and boating

Downtown Nashville

4/5(5,801 area reviews)

The fantastic nightlife and great live music are just a few highlights of Downtown Nashville. Make a stop by Broadway or Ryman Auditorium while you're exploring the area.

Downtown Nashville
Music Row which includes street scenes and signage

Music Row

4.5/5(660 area reviews)

Historic district southwest of downtown Nashville, Music Row boasts numerous record labels, studios, and music-related businesses. Explore upscale restaurants and bars along Demonbreun Street, and admire the "Musica" statue at the Music Row Roundabout.

Music Row
Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum showing interior views

SoBro

While visiting SoBro, you might make a stop by sights like Bridgestone Arena and Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum.

SoBro
Opryland Hotel Gardens showing a garden and interior views

Opryland

Opryland is known for its popular shops, and with sights like Grand Ole Opry and Cooter's Nashville, you won't get bored spending a day wandering around this part of Nashville.

Opryland
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 Ryman Auditorium might round out your trip.

The District
The Gulch showing a sunset, street scenes and a city

The Gulch

Trendy and hip, this neighborhood attracts locals, college students, and visitors alike. Enjoy historic music venues like The Station Inn, shop at retail stores, and easily access major interstates.

The Gulch
Sheraton Grand Nashville Downtown

Sheraton Grand Nashville Downtown

4 out of 5
623 Union St, Nashville, TN
The price is NT$5,164 per night from Aug 31 to Sep 1
NT$5,164
NT$6,943 total
Aug 31 - Sep 1
includes taxes & fees
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 ...
Sheraton Grand Nashville Downtown
Cambria Hotel Nashville Midtown

Cambria Hotel Nashville Midtown

3 out of 5
1612 Church Street, Nashville, TN
The price is NT$3,468 per night from Sep 1 to Sep 2
NT$3,468
NT$4,202 total
Sep 1 - Sep 2
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Nashville. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 restaurants, and 2 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
Cambria Hotel Nashville Midtown
Gaylord Opryland Resort & Convention Center

Gaylord Opryland Resort & Convention Center

4 out of 5
2800 Opryland Drive, Nashville, TN
The price is NT$9,329 per night from Sep 3 to Sep 4
NT$9,329
NT$11,974 total
Sep 3 - Sep 4
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star spa resort in Nashville. Enjoy 2 outdoor pools, a full-service spa, and 18 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,694 reviews)
"Good"

Reviewed on 2025/8/27

Gaylord Opryland Resort & Convention Center
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, a rooftop terrace, and room service. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
Placemakr Premier SoBro
Sentral Sobro

Sentral Sobro

4 out of 5
516 Lea Avenue, Nashville, TN
Stay at this 4-star aparthotel in Nashville. Enjoy 2 restaurants, a fitness center, and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff ...
Sentral Sobro
Studio 154 Luxury Hotel

Studio 154 Luxury Hotel

4 out of 5
154 2nd Ave North, Nashville, TN
Stay at this 4-star aparthotel in Nashville. Enjoy free WiFi, a rooftop terrace, and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
Studio 154 Luxury 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.

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