• Frist Center for Visual Arts (adjacent): Originally housing Nashville’s main post office, the historic Frist building became an art museum in 2001. Today the Frist Center is one of the city’s most innovative museums, and is centered on continually changing exhibits rather than on permanent collections. With interactive galleries and free admission for children, the Frist is ideal for family field trips.
• Historic Second Avenue District (4 blocks): Once the commercial heart of Nashville, Second Avenue was known as Market Street until 1903 due to its vast array of dry goods and grocery shops. Today, the area is known for its unique shops and restaurants, as well as its vibrant nightlife. Popular destinations include B.B. King’s Blues Club and Coyote Ugly Saloon.
• LP Field (4 blocks): Previously known as The Coliseum, LP Field is the official home venue for the Tennessee Titans. In addition to pro-football games, this 65,000-seat, open-air arena also hosts a variety of different events throughout the year, including the popular Fan Fair.
• Tennessee Titans Football (4 blocks): Formerly the Houston Oilers, the Titans became Nashville’s first professional football team in 1997. The team is today based at The Coliseum/LP Field, and has already made NFL history with its foray into Super Bowl XXXIV.
• The Nashville Arena (4 blocks): Formerly known as the Gaylord Entertainment Center, this all-purpose downtown arena is a popular venue for ice-hockey, basketball, musical performances and theatrical events. For ticketing and other information, please call the Box Office at 615-770-2040.
• Music Row (4 blocks): The heart of Nashville’s entertainment industry, Music Row is home to hundreds of businesses related to country music. Recording studios, radio stations, music video production houses…this is where music is truly made. Stroll the area for a fascinating glimpse into the music industry, or stop in at one of several new restaurants or bars nearby.
• Nashville Convention Center (4 blocks): This state-of-the-art convention center is popular spot for large meetings, national conferences, and trade shows. Located just a half-mile from this facility, the Wyndham provides comfortable and convenient lodging for those attending an event at the convention center.
• Ryman Auditorium (6 blocks): Since it first opened in 1892, the Ryman Auditorium has served as Nashville’s premier performance hall. This National Historic Landmark has hosted everyone from Fanny Brice to Dolly Parton, and continues to showcase the nation’s most exciting new talents.
• Country Music Hall of Fame (4 blocks): Johnny Cash, Elvis Presley, Roy Rogers…discover the best of country music’s legends at this fascinating destination. Stroll through the Hall of Fame to learn about the accomplishments of inductees, or visit the adjoining museum to discover the collection of permanent and changing exhibits.
• The District (4 blocks) Comprised of Second Avenue, Lower Broadway and Printer’s Alley, The District is a mix of rich history and contemporary culture. As you shop, dine, or sip your way through this uniquely eclectic area, be sure to check out the architecture of each neighborhood, as all three are listed on the National Register of Historic Places.
• The Schermerhorn Symphony Center (5 blocks): Newly opened in 2006, the Schermerhorn Symphony Center is the state-of-the-art home of the acclaimed Nashville Symphony. Buy tickets to an orchestral performance, or take a stroll through the center’s beautifully landscaped public garden.
• Nashville Ballet (7 blocks): As the only professional ballet company in middle Tennessee, the Nashville Ballet plays a vibrant and unique role within the city’s culture. Most Nashville Ballet productions are staged at the Tennessee Performing Arts Center – located just .7 miles from our hotel.
• Vanderbilt University & Medical Center (1.2 miles): With 10 different schools and an esteemed medical center, Vanderbilt is one of the country’s most prominent educational institutions. Whether you’re here for a sporting event, student production, or to visit a loved one, we invite you to explore the school’s stunning 323-acre campus. If coming for orientation, parent’s weekend, or graduation, we encourage you to book your reservations early, as guestrooms fill up quickly for these weekends.
• The Nashville Federal Building (1.5 miles): Its cornerstone laid by President Rutherford B. Hayes in 1877, this historic building is a wonderful example of 19th century architecture in Nashville.
• The Parthenon at Centennial Park (2 miles): The Parthenon stands proudly as the centerpiece of Centennial Park, Nashville's premier urban park. The re-creation of the 42-foot statue Athena is the focus of the Parthenon just as it was in ancient Greece. The building and the Athena statue are both full-scale replicas of the Athenian originals.
• The Sportsplex (3 miles): Looking for a fun family activity? The 145,000 square foot Sportplex has something for everyone. From tennis and ice-skating to swimming and fitness centers, this facility will keep you active while having fun.
• Belle Meade Plantation (5 miles): Belle Meade Plantation named one of America’s grandest mansions is a 30 acre historic site. The centerpiece of the property is the Belle Meade mansion built in 1853. This Greek revival house was home to five generations of the Harding-Jackson family. In the late 19th century, the farm encompassed 5,400 acres and was one of the largest private estates in Nashville and thoroughbred nursery famous for breeding and training championship race horses. Recent Kentucky derby winners like Funny Cide and Barbarro, even racing legends like Secretariat and Seabiscuit can trace their bloodlines back to the breeding stock at Belle Meade.
• Grand Ole Opry (10 miles): As one of Nashville’s most popular attractions, the Grand Ole Ory has played host to country music’s must exciting performers since 1925. With four different stages and a perpetually star-studded lineup, the Grand Ole Opry is the perfect place to experience the heart and soul of Nashville. For ticket and performance information, please call 800-SEE-OPRY.
• The Hermitage, Home of President Andrew Jackson (15 miles): The Hermitage is the most authentic early presidential home in America, where you'll be a honored guest in the Jackson family mansion, the formal garden, slave quarters, and the original log cabin the Jacksons occupied in 1804.
  
  

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