South Nashville, TN

Nashville
Fort Negley Park showing a garden and heritage elements
Fort Negley Park showing a park
Fort Negley Park showing a park
Fort Negley Park featuring a park
Fort Negley Park which includes a garden
A large inland fort from the U.S. Civil War and one of the country’s leading collections of European cars make this a great area to visit in Nashville.

South Nashville is a large district stretching southeast from the city center and containing varied parks and museums. It has a fascinating history, with the ruins of a 19th-century fortress recalling the U.S. Civil War. Before your visit to South Nashville, check for events at the many entertainment spots in the area.

Make your way through the fascinating ruins of Fort Negley Park and enter its visitor center to watch the two films about the Civil War. Today, you can still see the ruined ramparts of what was one of the largest inland masonry fortifications built during the U.S. Civil War. Teach your kids about American history via interactive screens in the exhibits.

Another Nashville passion is automobiles. Head to the Lane Motor Museum for one of America’s largest collections of European cars, with over 500 vehicles. Consider the experimental and unusual shapes of vintage vehicles from the early 1900s.

In the second week of September, bring your family to the annual Tennessee State Fair at The Fairgrounds Nashville. The site initially opened in 1891 with harness racing. Other events held in this venue include the Nashville Flea Market as well as various music and dance recitals.

Travel to the neighborhood’s southern border for the Nashville Zoo at Grassmere. This zoological garden is located on a former plantation estate. Let your kids pet the goats, kangaroos and tortoises and play on the huge Jungle Gym.

South Nashville makes up the southern section of Nashville, from the Cumberland River to Oak Hill and Antioch. It is a little west of Donelson and the Nashville International Airport. Ride a bus south from the city center to get here in about 30 minutes. 

Appreciate the varied sites of South Nashville, with its large European car collection, fortress, zoo and entertainment complex.


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Placemakr Wedgewood-Houston - South Nashville
Placemakr Wedgewood-Houston - South Nashville
4 out of 5
321 Hart St, Nashville, TN
The price is ¥16,402 per night from Dec 1 to Dec 2
¥16,402
¥19,454 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 1 - Dec 2
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La Quinta Inn by Wyndham Nashville South
La Quinta Inn by Wyndham Nashville South
2.5 out of 5
4311 Sidco Dr, Nashville, TN
The price is ¥10,252 per night from Dec 1 to Dec 2
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¥12,303 total
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Dec 1 - Dec 2
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La Quinta Inn by Wyndham Nashville South
Hillside Crossing Nashville a Ramada by Wyndham
Hillside Crossing Nashville a Ramada by Wyndham
2.5 out of 5
717 Spence Ln, Nashville, TN
The price is ¥11,963 per night from Dec 5 to Dec 6
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Dec 5 - Dec 6
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7.2/10 Good! (1,001 reviews)
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Hillside Crossing Nashville a Ramada by Wyndham
Red Roof Inn PLUS+ Nashville Fairgrounds
Red Roof Inn PLUS+ Nashville Fairgrounds
2.5 out of 5
4271 Sidco Dr, Nashville, TN
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¥13,152 total
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Dec 1 - Dec 2
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Red Roof Inn PLUS+ Nashville Fairgrounds
Best Western Plus Sunrise Inn
Best Western Plus Sunrise Inn
2.5 out of 5
825 Murfreesboro Pike, Nashville, TN
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Drake Inn
Drake Inn
2.5 out of 5
420 Murfreesboro Pike, Nashville, TN
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Other neighborhoods around South Nashville

Great view of downtown Nashville.

Edgehill

5/5(8 area reviews)

While Edgehill might not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Nissan Stadium and Ryman Auditorium.

Edgehill
Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum showing interior views

SoBro

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

SoBro
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
Belmont Mansion featuring a house and heritage elements

Hillsboro Village

4.5/5(70 area reviews)

Hillsboro Village is noteworthy for its coffeehouses, and you can make a stop at top attractions like The Fisher Center for the Performing Arts and Curb Event Center.

Hillsboro Village
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
Cumberland Park

East Bank

If you're spending some time in East Bank, Nissan Stadium and Cumberland River are top sights worth seeing.

East Bank

South Nashville, TN