9 Most Beautiful Places in Nashville
Explore Nashville's Most Photogenic Sites
Some of the most beautiful places to see in Nashville are protected nature reserves of breathtaking natural beauty and some include historic and architectural gems. There are peaceful parks with historic landmarks and wildlife trails, lush scenic gardens and serene reservoirs brimming with wildlife.
You can discover why Nashville is the “Athens of the South,” visit a magnificent preserved presidential mansion, and take in views of the city from a landmark hilltop fortress. Nashville has plenty of beautiful places to enjoy nature and beauty. Read on to discover our curated list of some of the best.
1. Percy Priest Lake
Vast reservoir with watersports and hiking trails
Ideal para: Famílias, Aventura
Percy Priest Lake is an enormous reservoir spanning over 14,000 acres with over 320 km of shoreline, just 16 km from downtown Nashville. It’s a popular destination for boating, fishing and watersports. Nashville Shores Lakeside Resort at the lake’s northern end is a popular family destination with water slides, a zipline and a lazy river.
For a quieter experience, try kayaking or fishing in its secluded coves or hiking the scenic trails. One of the area’s most picturesque hikes, the 6.5 km Day Loop Trail in the Long Hunter State Park, is a prime wildlife spotting route that follows the lake. Visit in the fall to see the blazing colours of the changing foliage.
Percy Priest Lake
2. John Seigenthaler Pedestrian Bridge
One of the world’s longest pedestrian bridges
Ideal para: Famílias, Econômico, História
The John Seigenthaler Pedestrian Bridge spans 960 metres across the Cumberland River making it one of the world’s longest. Originally opened in 1909 for vehicles, it was the first North American bridge supported by arched concrete piers. After closing in 1998 and nearly being demolished, it was saved for its historical value, restored and reopened in 2003.
Now listed on the National Register of Historic Places, the bridge has a 4.5 metres wide central bike lane, elevated sidewalks and seating at the 4 overlooks. The panoramic views of downtown Nashville are especially mesmerizing at sunset when the city lights shimmer on the water. The bridge has some steep inclines but no stairs and is free to cross.
John Seigenthaler Pedestrian Bridge
3. Cheekwood Estate and Gardens
Art, history and fun in a vast botanical garden
Ideal para: Famílias, Foto
Cheekwood Estate and Gardens is a beautiful, 55-acre botanical garden with a preserved 1920s Georgian-style mansion located 13 km south of Nashville. Named a “USA Today Top 10 Botanical Garden” multiple times, it features 12 themed gardens, including a Japanese Garden, herb garden and the lovely Wills Perennial Garden, a popular wedding spot with views of the mansion.
Families love the children’s garden with a model train circling the play area. Older visitors enjoy the art and history in the mansion, the colourful floral displays and the interactive exhibits throughout the gardens. Don’t miss the Sculpture Trail, a peaceful, 1.5 km-long path showcasing contemporary sculptures beautifully integrated into the wooded landscape.
Localização: 1200 Forrest Park Dr, Nashville, TN 37205, USA
Abre: Tuesday–Sunday from 9 am to 5 pm (closed on Mondays)
Telefone: +1 615-356-8000
Cheekwood Estate and Gardens
4. Centennial Park and the Parthenon
Life-size replica of the Greek Parthenon
Ideal para: Famílias, Casais, Foto
One of Nashville’s most iconic parks, Centennial Park, offers 132 acres of lush green spaces, walking trails and historic monuments just west of downtown. The park is best known for its full-size replica of the Greek Parthenon, built for the 1897 Centennial Exposition and giving rise to Nashville’s nickname of the “Athens of the South.” Inside you can see a 13-metre statue of Athena and a collection of 19th-and 20th-century American art.
The park’s serene Lake Watauga is a hook for photographers, especially when it reflects the Parthenon. Snap a selfie from the “Taylor Swift Bench” or explore seasonal blooms in the Sunken Garden. The Centennial Bandshell hosts free concerts and performances so check the schedule before you go.
Localização: 2500 West End Ave, Nashville, TN 37203, USA
Telefone: +1 615-862-8400
Centennial Park and the Parthenon
5. Warner Parks
Vast, natural green space with nature trails, horse riding and golf courses
Ideal para: Famílias, Casais, Aventura
Warner Parks comprises two adjoining parks, Edwin Warner Park and Percy Warner Park, forming a 3,100-acre natural retreat just minutes from downtown Nashville. The parks offer extensive trails for jogging, walking and cycling, ranging from easy nature loops to challenging hikes through hills and forests. Keep an eye out for deer, turkeys and migratory birds.
The park also features two golf courses and over 16 km of horse trails. In May, it hosts the Iroquois Steeplechase, a major equestrian event. Enter through Percy Warner Park’s Belle Meade Entrance to see the stunning 1930s sandstone gates and limestone steps. The park is vast, so bring a map or navigate by GPS.
Localização: 50 Vaughn Rd, Nashville, TN 37221, USA
Telefone: +1 615-862-8555
Warner Parks
6. Cathedral of the Incarnation
Landmark Romanesque catholic cathedral
Ideal para: História, Casais
The Cathedral of the Incarnation is one of Nashville’s most recognizable landmarks. The bold Romanesque design of this Roman Catholic cathedral, the seat of the Diocese of Nashville, is reminiscent of grand European churches. It incorporates marble columns, intricate stained-glass windows and a large, decorative dome that crowns the altar and adds to the spiritual ambience.
You can request a guided tour to learn about the history, architecture and religious significance of the cathedral. It’s a peaceful retreat from the city streets, typically open for quiet contemplation or prayer. Occasionally it hosts concerts featuring its historic organ and choir, especially around Christmas and Easter.
Localização: 2015 West End Ave, Nashville, TN 37203, USA
Telefone: +1 615-327-2330
Cathedral of the Incarnation
7. Fort Negley
A glimpse into Nashville’s Civil War history
Ideal para: Famílias, História, Foto
Fort Negley crowns the top of St. Cloud Hill in the south of Nashville. The star-shaped monument was built in 1862 by Union forces soon after they captured the city using the labour of African American men and women who were enslaved or newly freed. The city played a crucial role in the December 1864 Battle of Nashville, when the Union victory helped seal the Confederacy’s fate.
The largest inland stone fortification built during the Civil War, Fort Negley’s elevated position gives it commanding views. Today it’s a public park and free to enter. Visit the Fort Negley Visitors Center for a deeper understanding of the Civil War and the African American labourers who built the fort.
Localização: 1100 Fort Negley Blvd, Nashville, TN 37203, USA
Telefone: +1 615-862-8470
Fort Negley
8. Deerwood Arboretum and Nature Center
Nature reserve with Tennessee native plants and wildlife
Ideal para: Famílias, Foto
Deerwood Arboretum and Nature Center is a peaceful, 27-acre nature reserve located 16 km south of Nashville. Once the site of a sewage plant and transformed into a park in 1992, it now serves as a living museum with over 60 species of native trees and labelled specimens throughout.
The park features stroller-friendly paved paths and unpaved trails with views of the Harpeth River, meadows and woodlands. It’s a popular spot for strolling, jogging and dog walking. Look out for local wildlife like deer, turtles and frogs.
Localização: 320 Deerwood Ln, Brentwood, TN 37027, USA
Telefone: +1 615-371-2208
Deerwood Arboretum and Nature Center
9. Radnor Lake State Park
Protected park for hiking, photography and wildlife observation
Ideal para: Famílias, Casais, Foto
Radnor Lake State Park is a 1,368-acre protected parkland south of Nashville and heaven for nature lovers. It features the vast, 85-acre Radnor Lake, a protected wildlife sanctuary drawing hikers, nature enthusiasts and photographers with 11 km of scenic trails alive with wildlife.
As you follow the paths through the leafy setting, you’ll catch glimpses of turtles huddling on rocks in the water, deer foraging among the trees and otters perched on floating logs. Listen for the distinctive calls of barred owls in the evenings. The park is classified as a Class II Natural Area, meaning you can’t hike off-trail, swim or picnic in the park.
Localização: 1160 Otter Creek Rd, Nashville, TN 37220, USA
Abre: Daily from 6 am to 6 pm
Telefone: +1 888-867-2757
Radnor Lake State Park
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