Academy Square Travel Guide
Nashville
Visit Academy Square
Popular places to visit
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.
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.
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.
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.
Gaylord Opryland Resort & Convention Center
Learn about the events happening in Gaylord Opryland Resort & Convention Center during your trip to Nashville. Wander the area's picturesque gardens or simply enjoy one of its top-notch restaurants.
Things to do
Madame Tussauds Nashville: Celebrity Wax Museum Tickets
Grand Ole Opry Admission Ticket
Downtown Nashville Public Party Tractor 21+ Only
Taste of Nashville Food & Sightseeing Tour
Nashville 1-hour City Tour, Double Decker
Ryman Auditorium Self-Guided Tour
Top hotels in Academy Square
Gaylord Opryland Resort & Convention Center
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Reviewed on 8 Feb 2026
Comfort Inn Downtown Nashville - Music City Center
Room was clean and breakfast was great
Reviewed on 6 Feb 2026
Drift Nashville, a Member of Design Hotels
Clean room, good location and friendly staff.
Reviewed on 8 Feb 2026
Holiday Inn Nashville - Vanderbilt (Dwtn) by IHG
Staff were super friendly, room was clean and organized, very comfortable stay!
Reviewed on 9 Feb 2026
Holiday Inn Express Nashville Downtown - Broadway by IHG
The staff were all very nice. Clean room and bathroom.
Reviewed on 9 Feb 2026
Hyatt Place Nashville Downtown
I enjoyed my stay at the Hyatt Regency in Nashville, conveniently located to restaurants and bars. It was very nice.
Reviewed on 9 Feb 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Academy Square
Rutledge Hill
Rutledge Hill might not have many top sights, but Bridgestone Arena and Broadway are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
SoBro
If you're spending some time in SoBro, Bridgestone Arena and Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum are top sights worth seeing.
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 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.
Downtown Nashville
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.
East Bank
If you're spending some time in East Bank, Nissan Stadium and Cumberland River are top sights worth seeing.
