12 South Travel Guide
Nashville
Popular places to visit
Broadway
When you visit Broadway, a favourite shopping spot in Nashville, you can find the perfect gifts to bring home. 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 fascinating museums or attend a sporting event in this vibrant area.
Grand Ole Opry
The pride and joy of Nashville residents and hallowed ground for country music fans the world over.
Vanderbilt University
Explore the campus of Vanderbilt University, a top university in Nashville. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the lively bars while you're in the area.
Music City Center
During your trip, find out what's happening in Music City Center, a top convention centre 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.
Things to do
Madame Tussauds Nashville: Celebrity Wax Museum Tickets
Grand Ole Opry Admission Ticket
Nashville to Memphis Daytrip with Graceland VIP Tour and Sun Studio Admission
Downtown Nashville Public Party Tractor 21+ Only
Nashville 1-hour City Tour, Double Decker
Ryman Auditorium Self-Guided Tour
Top hotels in 12 South
The Gilmore, an AvantStay Hotel
Perfect spot to explore 12 South. Free street parking was a bonus - parked outside the hotel every day.
Reviewed on 21 Apr 2026
Holiday Inn Express Nashville Downtown - Broadway by IHG
Very well located and very clean rooms. Definitely an excellent option for business travelers.
Reviewed on 21 Apr 2026
Knights Inn Nashville
Was skeptical when we first arrived. We used to stay at the confort inn downtown, but they priced themselves out at 225 a nite, as far as i am concerned.. So we found this place. was priced right. rooms were clean. front lobby was clean and although we left before breakfast, they seemed to have that ...
Reviewed on 21 Apr 2026
Comfort Inn Downtown Nashville - Music City Center
Very nice well maintained, great breakfast location great
Reviewed on 21 Apr 2026
Hyatt Place Nashville Downtown
Rooms are spacious & clean, secure parking onsite was excellent, breakfast was average but still a reasonable selection.
Reviewed on 21 Apr 2026
Placemakr Premier SoBro
Beautiful modern and spacious, great pool! Excellent location very fun! Will stay again for sure
Reviewed on 21 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around 12 South
Eighth Avenue
Visitors to Eighth Avenue like its museums and coffee shops, and Adventure Science Center is a sight worth a stop.
Edgehill
While Edgehill may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Broadway and Ryman Auditorium.
Midtown
The lively bars and live music are top of the list for many visitors to Midtown. A stop by FirstBank Stadium or Demonbreun Street might round out your trip.
Music Row
The fantastic nightlife and great live music are just a few highlights of Music Row. Make a stop by Demonbreun Street or RCA Studio B while you're exploring the area.
Green Hills
Unique features of Green Hills include the restaurants and shopping. Make a stop by The Bluebird Cafe or Mall at Green Hills while you're exploring the area.
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.
