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Welcome to the home of that sweet Nashville sound. Explore downtown Nashville on a two-mile walking tour packed with the stories of country music’s biggest stars.
Start near the Cumberland River and stroll through The District, hearing about legends like Johnny Cash, Garth Brooks, Chet Atkins, Dolly Parton, and Taylor Swift. Explore sites like the Walk of Fame, Symphony Center, the Country Music Hall of Fame, and Music City Center.
This walk takes about half a day, but you may want extra time to dive deep into the stops here. Along the way, learn about the Grand Ole Opry, visit Ryman Auditorium and Legends Corner, and cross Broadway – better known as Honky Tonk Highway – where live music fills the streets. Stop at Printer’s Alley or the reimagined Wildhorse Saloon for some refreshment, then finish up back on Broadway to enjoy music, food, and Nashville’s vibrant energy.
The tour begins near the Cumberland Riverfront, at 105 1st Avenue South. The audio commentary will begin playing automatically as you walk along 1st Avenue, with the river on your left.
This guided audio tour offers an easy stroll through Nashville’s historic downtown. While the walk can be completed in about half a day, most visitors want to spend a little more time at the Country Music Hall of Fame
2 miles
Downtown Nashville is great for exploring the city on foot, with lots of music-related attractions and dining along the river.
Lower Broadway is the main attraction street in Nashville. It’s known for vibrant nightlife, lots of live music, and iconic honkytonk bars. Country music museums and monuments line the blocks around Broadway.
Wear what makes you comfortable – Nashville has a casual feel, though some people like to dress up a little when enjoying the nightlife here. The breeze from the river can get chilly and its humid in the summer, so light layers are generally a good idea.
Music history buffs will enjoy it. It’s a historic district with recording studios, record labels, and music industry landmarks.
It’s fairly short – only about a block long, across Lower Broadway in downtown Nashville. It’s the best spot to experience Nashville’s iconic Honey Tonk scene.
No, Honky Tonk Highway and Music Row are not the same. Honky Tonk Highway is a stretch of bars in downtown Nashville, while Music Row is an area known for its recording studios and music industry offices.
Its seven miles northeast of downtown Nashville in the Opry House. It’s well worth a visit though!
Yes and no. The official headquarters of the Grand Ole Opry is in the Opry House, which houses the most shows, seven miles northeast. The Grand Ole Opry often stages shows at the historic Ryman Theater downtown though, so look into upcoming performances to see if there’s any artists you want to see when you’re in Nashville.
