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Atlanta
Atlanta is packed with world-class attractions to discover. The Georgia Aquarium is just a three-block stroll from the hotel – with ten million gallons of fresh and marine water and many fascinating animals, marine life and educational exhibits it’s the largest Aquarium in the Western Hemisphere. Take the short half-mile walk to the world headquarters of CNN and spend some time in the viewing galleries watching the iconic newsrooms in action. Film buffs will want to experience the Atlanta Movie Tour just a mile or so from the Ellis Hotel – The Hunger Games, The Walking Dead, Ant Man, and the Oscar winning Driving Miss Daisy all have one thing in common, that’s right Atlanta! The World of Coca Cola tells the story of this iconic drink and the Atlanta Zoo is not to be missed featuring its famous panda twins; feed the tigers with a VIP pass! Sports lovers head to a game at Turner Field and watch the Atlanta Braves in action during baseball season.
Welcome to the Ellis Hotel Atlanta, a historic Peachtree Street landmark with a legendary past and now transformed into one of Atlanta’s chicest boutique hotels with a well-deserved reputation for impeccable customer service, modern luxury and extra special amenities. Think Women’s Only Floor that’s perfect for the lone traveller with its own secure private entry, upgraded toiletries, and curling irons and straighteners and you start to get the picture. As an added bonus the hotel’s highly desirable location puts you within easy walking distance to lots of downtown attractions, lively bars and restaurants, and trendy shopping outlets.
To get the most out of your trip, why not purchase an Atlanta CityPASS, allowing you to save on admissions costs so you can visit more of Atlanta’s world-class attractions? No trip to Atlanta would be complete without exploring its musical history. From sites featured on the covers of popular albums to music-inspired tours taking you around local landmarks and an array of music museums spanning a plethora of genres, from the Southern Museum of Music to the Trap Music Museum.
With so much to do, you’ll need somewhere to unwind. Richly appointed boutique-style accommodations come with lots of mod cons including premium bedding with pillow top mattresses and a choice of feather or foam pillows, free Wi-Fi, and flat screen LCD TV with premium channels. Other hotel amenities include The New Terrace Bistro serving American Southern style cuisine, a compact and recently refurbished fitness room complimentary coffee in the lobby, as well as free Wi-Fi Browse the web, so you can keep up to date with emails and update your social media. For the ideal Atlanta location and chic guestrooms, look no further than the Ellis Hotel for the perfect place to start your trip.
Nashville
Atlanta to Nashville is less than 250 miles so let’s head west. On your travels, take the I-24 over Mont Eagle Mountain straight into Nashville or make a detour along the foothills of the Great Smoky Mountains to Pigeon Forge, America’s factory outlet mall capital and home to Dollywood, Dolly Parton’s family fun park before heading to Nashville via the Smoky Mountains National Park on I-40.
Gaylord Opryland’s close proximity to downtown Nashville makes it easy to explore nightlife, shopping, dining and popular Music City attractions including The Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum which features over one million artefacts taking you through Nashville’s country music past; the Grand Ole Opry is a spectacular country music venue with the world’s longest-running radio broadcast. Other breath-taking music venues include the Ryman Auditorium and the Schermerhorn Symphony Center. Home to The Black Keys, Kings of Leon, Taylor Swift, Ke$ha, Martina McBride, Paramore, Alison Krauss, Sheryl Crow and many others, Nashville isn’t known as the Music City for nothing. With over 180 live music venues, you’ll never be far away from Nashville’s diverse music scene. You can also visit the place where Elvis Presley recorded more than 250 of his songs at RCA’s Historic Studio B on Music Row and hop aboard the General Jackson Showboat to enjoy the riverbank views, fantastic live entertainment and a delicious lunch aboard one of the country’s largest paddle boats.
Beyond Nashville’s musical past, the city also houses hours of family fun: Nashville Zoo features animals from all corners of the globe; Lane Motor Museum is home to over 150 unique motor vehicles and the Adventure Science Center includes stunning exhibits such as the Sudekum Planetarium. Discover world-class eateries and an emerging arts scene with stunning galleries such as the Frist Art Museum, set in a beautifully-restored Art Deco post office. History lovers will adore discovering the city’s picturesque antebellum estate mansions such as Belle Meade and Belmont Mansion, as well as a full-size model of the Parthenon in Centennial Park, which also houses the world’s tallest indoor sculpture in the western world.
Set amongst lush indoor gardens under stunning glass Atriums, the Gaylord Opryland Resort combines stylish rooms and a wonderful range of international cuisine with live entertainment and wide ranging recreational activities, including browsing the speciality shopping and wonderful dining in the Delta Atrium and rejuvenating at the luxurious Relåche Spa and Sauna area as well as a fitness centre, bike rentals and jogging trails.Three pools, heated whirlpools, and a poolside bar and grill make it easy to enjoy some poolside downtime whilst the golfers in your party make their way to the Larry Nelson designed Gaylord Springs Links Golf Course.
When it’s time to unwind the Gaylord Opryland Resort’s stylish rooms and suites provide the perfect retreat with accommodations featuring luxurious bedding with pillow top mattress and crisp linens, flat screen TV with cable and satellite channels, mini-fridge, Wi-Fi, coffee making facilities and in room safes. For unparalleled luxury in a fabulous location near Nashville attractions, Gaylord Opryland is the obvious choice.
New Orleans
Nashville to New Orleans is roughly 500 miles of scenic Southern charm, with plenty of perfect pit stops along the way — from the rich civil rights history of Birmingham, Alabama to the mysterious beauty of the Honey Island Swamp. Cap off your road trip in style with a stay at the Hilton New Orleans Riverside, a landmark hotel right on the Mississippi River that blends classic comfort with unbeatable location.
Perfectly positioned at the edge of the vibrant Warehouse District and steps from the French Quarter, the Hilton offers easy access to the best of New Orleans. Whether you’re here for music, food, or a bit of both, you’ll be right where the action is. The hotel features spacious rooms with river or city views, two outdoor pools, a full-service fitness and racquet club, and on-site dining options including the legendary Drago’s Seafood Restaurant, famous for its charbroiled oysters.
The surrounding Warehouse District, also known as the Arts District, is packed with top-tier restaurants, cocktail bars, and cultural highlights. Take a walk through over two dozen art galleries or dive into local history at the nearby National WWII Museum — an immersive experience that blends powerful storytelling with unforgettable exhibits. The area is also easily explored on foot or via the historic St. Charles Streetcar line.
When the sun goes down, the city comes alive. From jazz clubs and pop-up street performances in the French Quarter to major venues like the Smoothie King Center, music is always in the air. Don’t miss iconic New Orleans festivals like Jazz Fest and the French Quarter Festival, or take a behind-the-scenes look at Carnival culture with a tour of Mardi Gras World.
For a more relaxed pace, enjoy a sunset stroll along the Mississippi River, a mule-drawn carriage ride through the Quarter, or a classic paddlewheel riverboat cruise. Families will love nearby attractions like the Audubon Zoo, Aquarium of the Americas, and the Butterfly Garden & Insectarium — all offering a fun and educational look at the natural world.
With its prime location, rich amenities, and authentic Southern hospitality, Hilton New Orleans Riverside is the perfect place to end your Deep South adventure on a high note.
This Rhythms of the South multicentre offer is the perfect way to explore America’s rhythmic South. Call one of our Travelplanners 020 3542 8888 to book this superb fly drive offer today!
