Must See Sights and Landmarks in Nashville Area

"The John Seigenthaler Pedestrian Bridge spans over the Cumberland River and connects Downtown Nashville to Nissan Stadium. It’s one of the longest pedestrian bridges in the world!. The bridge was restored in 1998 for pedestrian-use only, providing stunning views of the Downtown Nashville skyline and river."

"Completed in 1909, this steel-trussed bridge connects mellow East Nashville with the hustle and bustle of downtown. Runners, commuters, and sightseers alike can be found crisscrossing this skyline landmark at all hours of the day, often pausing to admire the picturesque Cumberland views."

"Known as the longest pedestrian bridge in the world, John Seigenthaler Pedestrian Bridge is a truss bridge that spans 960 meters over the Cumberland River. The bridge has four steel trusses and two reinforced concrete trusses. The 11-meter wide bridge has lanes for bicycles and seatings."

"The Tennessee State Capitol stands on the site where the Holy Rosary Cathedral once stood. Modeling the structure after a Greek Ionic temple, architect William Strickland designed the building, completed in 1859. The interior and exterior feature limestone, and some interior columns come from single pieces of stone."

"The limestone Greek Revival style Tennessee State Capitol was designed by William Strickland whose remains are interred near the building’s cornerstone. The tower was inspired by the monument to Lysicrates in Athens. Completed in 1859, the national historic landmark is one of the country’s oldest working capitols."

"Located in Bicentennial Capitol Mall State Park, the Tennessee State Capitol is one of Nashville’s must-sees. Known for its impressive architecture, the building features local Tennessee limestone. It’s designed in a simple Neoclassical style and topped with a stunning dome."

"Head to Winstead Hill where General John Bell Hood observed his advancing Confederate troops during the Battle of Franklin in 1864."

"This farm is found about 22 miles from Nashville and includes an excellent corn maze. They also have hay rides, nature trails, play areas, a pumpkin patch and farm animals. The farm is found at 1970 Highway 96 West in Franklin."

"We offer educational programs for school groups in the fall and the spring and we also offer a down-to-earth fun summer day camp."

"Built in 1826 by former Nashville mayor Randal McGavock, Carnton was frequently visited by those shaping Tennessee and American history, including President Andrew Jackson. During the Battle of Franklin on November 30, 1864, Carnton served as the largest field hospital in the area for hundreds of wounded and dying Confederate soldiers. Carnton is also home to the McGavock Confederate Cemetery."

"The Hadley Park Regional Center provides a friendly, safe, and modern place for people of all ages to meet with friends, recreate, and exercise in the heart of the historic area of North Nashville. The community center offers a wide array of programs and activities for all skill levels and ages, boasting reasonable fees for fitness classes and memberships. Facilities and programs offered at the Hadley Park Center include an outdoor playground, full-service fitness center, indoor pool, outdoor and indoor running/walking tracks, a variety of exercise classes, an aerobics and dance studio, game room, youth programs, and senior recreation programs."