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The downtown and sunset flights follow the Cumberland River from Tune Airport into the city, circle downtown and come back past Vanderbilt and Centennial Park. Pilots add commentary on the headsets, but it helps to know what you are looking at.
The listed stops are the same on both flights: the Parthenon, Vanderbilt University, Lower Broadway, the Ryman Auditorium, Nissan Stadium, the Tennessee State Capitol and the Country Music Hall of Fame.
The quick answer
On the downtown and sunset flights you see Lower Broadway and its honky-tonks, the Ryman Auditorium, the AT&T Batman Building, the Country Music Hall of Fame, Bridgestone Arena, the Tennessee State Capitol, Nissan Stadium with the new stadium rising beside it, the Cumberland River bridges, Vanderbilt and the Parthenon in Centennial Park.
What landmarks do you see on a Nashville helicopter tour?
The whole downtown core, the river and the East Bank, then Vanderbilt and the Parthenon on the way back.
| Landmark | Where | How to spot it |
|---|---|---|
| Lower Broadway | Downtown, down to the river | The strip of neon between the arena and the river |
| Ryman Auditorium | Fifth Ave, a block off Broadway | Red brick, arched windows |
| Batman Building | Downtown core | The tall tower with two pointed spires |
| Nissan Stadium | East Bank | The open bowl across the river |
| State Capitol | North end of downtown | The columned building on its hill |
| Parthenon | Centennial Park, West End | Columns in a green park by Vanderbilt |
Want the full list below you? The downtown tour covers every stop in 12 to 15 minutes.
Check dates for the downtown helicopter tourCan you see Broadway from the helicopter?
Yes, on the downtown and sunset flights: Lower Broadway runs from Bridgestone Arena down to the river, and it is brightest after dark.
By day you pick out the rooftop bars; at night the whole street glows. The short private flight's listed route does not include Broadway.
What is the Batman Building?
The AT&T Building, the tower with two pointed spires that locals nicknamed after the Batman mask.
It is the easiest landmark to find and the centrepiece of every skyline photo. Sunset flights catch the light on its glass.
Will you see the new Titans stadium?
Yes: the new enclosed stadium is going up on the East Bank next to Nissan Stadium, due to open in 2027.
From the air you see both side by side, the open bowl of the current stadium and the roofed new one. On event nights the stadium lights are hard to miss.
Game night or concert night? The evening flights show the stadium lit up.
Explore the sunset or night flightDo you fly over the Ryman Auditorium?
Yes, the Ryman is on the downtown route, a block off Broadway.
The 'Mother Church of Country Music' is smaller than you expect from above: look for the red brick and arched windows between the towers.
Do you see the Parthenon?
Yes, on the way back: the full-scale replica of the Athens Parthenon stands in Centennial Park, next to Vanderbilt.
From the air its columns and the park's lake stand out clearly against West End. It is worth a visit on the ground afterwards.
What about the Cumberland River and its bridges?
The river is your guide in and out: it links Tune Airport to downtown and curves past the stadium.
Look for the John Seigenthaler Pedestrian Bridge, the old truss bridge between Broadway and the East Bank, and the lit bridges after dark.
Can you see the Grand Ole Opry or the celebrity homes?
Not on these flights: the Opry and the stars' homes are outside the downtown route.
For the stars' homes, the ground-level trolley and bus tours are the practical option. For more of the city in one go, the hop-on hop-off trolley stops at 13 points around downtown.
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Check dates for the downtown helicopter tourFrequently asked questions
How high do Nashville helicopter tours fly?
The pilot sets the height for airspace and safety on the day; it is low enough to recognise individual buildings downtown.
Do you see the Grand Ole Opry?
No, it is outside the downtown route.
Which side of the helicopter is best?
Both get views, as the pilot circles downtown; the crew assigns seats for balance.
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Free cancellation up to 24 hours before on every option. Prices are from-prices in USD and move with the season.
Downtown Nashville Helicopter Tour
- 12 to 15 minutes in the air, about 30 minutes in all with the briefing and walk to the helicopter
- Route over Broadway, the Ryman, Nissan Stadium, the Capitol, the Parthenon and Vanderbilt
- Pilot commentary through headsets
Sunset, Evening or Night Helicopter Tour
- 20 to 25 minutes in the air (listed duration)
- Private: only your party (1 to 3 passengers)
- Choose an evening, sunset or night time slot
