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What to do in Central Tennessee
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Grand Ole Opry
A historic country music hall and home to the country's longest running radio show.
Broadway
When you visit Broadway, a favorite shopping spot in Nashville, you can browse for souvenirs. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the lively bars while you're in the area.
Vanderbilt University
Take a campus tour or just explore the area around Vanderbilt University, a top university in Nashville. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the lively bars while you're in the area.
Bridgestone Arena
Catch an event at Bridgestone Arena during your trip to Nashville. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the lively bars while you're in the area.
Nissan Stadium
Catch an event at Nissan Stadium during your trip to Nashville. Experience the acclaimed art scene or attend a sporting event in this vibrant area.
Music City Center
During your trip, find out what's happening at Music City Center, a top convention center 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.
Gaylord Opryland Resort & Convention Center
Learn about the events happening at Gaylord Opryland Resort & Convention Center during your trip to Nashville. Wander the area's picturesque gardens or simply enjoy one of its lively bars.
Opryland Hotel Gardens
Go on a pleasant boat ride around a maze of canals. Crawl through the Learning Log for exhibits in these large and spectacular indoor gardens.
Areas of Central Tennessee
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.
Music Row
Get a feel for the historic music flowing through the heart of Nashville in this cradle of country and gospel genres.
SoBro
While visiting SoBro, you might make a stop by sights like Bridgestone Arena and Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum.
Opryland
Music lovers, theater-goers, families and golfers flock to the many diverse attractions of this action-packed entertainment district of Music City.
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.
West End
The tranquility of Nashville’s biggest urban park is the perfect contrast for the boisterous rock clubs and late-night bars of this lively neighborhood.
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