12 South is one of The 11 Best Historic and Protected Sites in Nashville.

1. 12 South

9.4
Nashville, TN
Historic and Protected Site · 8 tips and reviews

LaCresha M.LaCresha Madsen: Everything there was great to explore! Especially Sprinkles Cupcake

Matthew L.Matthew Louden: A great place to stroll during the evening

Barry 🥃Barry 🥃: Great place to hang out and walk the streets and hit up the shops

The Hermitage is one of The 11 Best Historic and Protected Sites in Nashville.

2. The Hermitage

8.6
4580 Rachel's Ln (btwn Lebanon Pk & Old Hickory Blvd), Nashville, TN
Historic and Protected Site · 47 tips and reviews

Scott B.Scott Bryant: Really amazing experience here. This is a must see spot when in Nashville, you will learn a ton about our 7th pres. The staff is super helpful and informative.

HISTORYHISTORY: This was the home of Andrew Jackson, the seventh President of the United States. He lived in this house from 1804 until his death in 1845. It was opened to the public as a museum in 1889.

Ian P.Ian Peters: Go on March 15th for free cake for Jackson's birthday!

RCA Studio B is one of The 11 Best Historic and Protected Sites in Nashville.

3. RCA Studio B

8.9
1611 Roy Acuff Place (Music Sq W), Nashville, TN
Historic and Protected Site · 21 tips and reviews

stephanie s.stephanie s.: Fantastic tour led by Ron - who was very dynamic and knowledgeable. Interesting to learn the history and see where so many amazing musicians recorded.

Sharon P.Sharon Pickeral: Dolly Patton crashed into the side of the building and u can still see the mark.

Megan G.Megan Goodman: Our tour guide George was awesome! Definitely don't skip this tour even if your not a huge country fan

Marathon Motor Car Building is one of The 11 Best Historic and Protected Sites in Nashville.

4. Marathon Motor Car Building

8.4
Clinton St, Nashville, TN 37203, Nashville, TN
Historic and Protected Site · 10 tips and reviews

Laura B.Laura Bohling: Incredible atmosphere. Great location for almost any event.

Steve T.Steve Thomson: Coolest shops in a walking museum. Don’t miss the tasting and a trip to Antique Archaeology.

Sean M.Sean Miller: Very cool...Lots of history. Worth a visit if you’ve never been.

Grassmere Historic Farm is one of The 11 Best Historic and Protected Sites in Nashville.

5. Grassmere Historic Farm

8.1
Nashville Zoo At Grassmere, Nashville, TN
Historic and Protected Site · 1 tip

Ashley O.Ashley Owen: Great place to take the family !! There is really cool and very educational history based activities as well !! Overall a fun learning adventure for kids as well as adults !!

Belmont Mansion is one of The 11 Best Historic and Protected Sites in Nashville.

6. Belmont Mansion

8.1
1900 Belmont Blvd (at Acklen Ave), Nashville, TN
Historic and Protected Site · Bellmont-Hillsboro · 10 tips and reviews

ChrisChris: Tour was great. Everyone was super friendly

ScoutmobScoutmob: Got a baby with plenty of money: Belmont Mansion's Adelicia Acklen was one of the nation's richest women & once single-handedly negotiated a sale of cotton for $960,000 in gold.

Kristin B.Kristin Beach: Use the BOGO admission coupon in the Nashville City Saver.

Woolworths On 5th is one of The 11 Best Historic and Protected Sites in Nashville.

7. Woolworths On 5th

7.9
221 5th Ave N, Nashville, TN
Historic and Protected Site · 5 tips and reviews

Fernando AugustoFernando Augusto: If you come by yourself, sit on the historic lunch counter.

Patrick S.Patrick Seals: We didn’t eat there but the hostess filled us in on the historical past of this original Woolworth store, bar, eatery and arcade. Make sure you go both upstairs and downstairs to look around

JH 3.JH 3: Meatloaf, beer

Historic 2nd Ave is one of The 11 Best Historic and Protected Sites in Nashville.

8. Historic 2nd Ave

7.2
2nd Ave, Nashville, TN 37115, Nashville, TN
Historic and Protected Site · 1 tip

Luke G.Luke Gaikwad: Make sure you stop by the world famous WILDHORSE SALOON for the BEST music and FREE Line Dancing Lessons every evening!

Houston Station is one of The 11 Best Historic and Protected Sites in Nashville.

9. Houston Station

8.6
434 Houston St, Nashville, TN
Event Space · South Nashville · 1 tip

Sara S.Sara Strese: Nashville's best kept secret! An amazing community of small businesses and event venue. If you want an event with true Nashville charm, this is the place!

Music Row is one of The 11 Best Historic and Protected Sites in Nashville.

10. Music Row

8.2
17th Avenue South, Nashville, TN
Music Venue · 8 tips and reviews

Jack M.Jack Marsh: Take the Studio B tour, if you have time. It departs from the Country Music Hall of Fame, which is a must-see for fans.

Trish M.Trish McAleny: Love this town!

Terry Q.Terry Quaranta: Quaint, nostalgic and hip all rolled into one!

Ryman Auditorium is one of The 11 Best Historic and Protected Sites in Nashville.

11. Ryman Auditorium

9.4
116 5th Ave N, Nashville, TN
Music Venue · 175 tips and reviews

Tim M.Tim Markham: Wow! We took the guided tour and it was worth it. So much history. You could easily spend a few hours here.

Lucky MagazineLucky Magazine: It started as a church, then served as The Grand Ole Opry. Now, it’s one of the country’s most famous music venues. David Byrne with St. Vincent, The Shins and Crosby Stills and Nash are playing soon.

HISTORYHISTORY: Previously known as the Grand Old Opry House, this auditorium first opened as the Union Gospel Tabernacle in 1892. It was built by Thomas Ryman & renamed in his honor after his death.