Rides to Fisk University
Rides to Fisk University's campus in North Nashville, about two miles from downtown.
1000 17th Avenue North, Nashville, TN 37208
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- Fisk says its campus is bounded by Jefferson Street to the north and Jackson and Herman Streets to the south, with the Harry Elson Memorial Gate, just north of Jackson Street at 17th Avenue, as the formal entrance.
- Fisk calls itself an open campus and welcomes self-guided visits, with materials from the Office of Admissions and Recruitment; its annual Tour and Visit Day is held at the Henderson A. Johnson Gymnasium, 1000 17th Avenue North.
Travel times
| From | Typical drive (no traffic) | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Downtown (Nashville Public Library) | about 9 min | 2.1 mi |
| Midtown (West End Avenue) | about 8 min | 1.7 mi |
| East Nashville (Five Points) | about 13 min | 3.7 mi |
Estimated driving routes from Mapbox without live traffic. Event traffic and closures add time.
Accessibility
- If you use a wheelchair or need extra time getting in, add a note for your driver when you book. Fisk's admissions office (615-645-7966) can confirm the closest accessible entrance for your visit.
Parking compared with a ride
- We could not find a current visitor parking page for Fisk; an older student handbook reserves some spaces for campus visitors and warns that parking in unauthorized spaces can be ticketed or towed. Confirm with campus safety or admissions, or take a ride and skip it.
Fares depend on distance and time; the booking screen shows your estimate before you confirm.
Sources
Checked October 24, 2026. Venues update entrances and zones; confirm with the venue on the day.
Rider questions
Where should I get dropped off or picked up at Fisk University?
Fisk says its campus is bounded by Jefferson Street to the north and Jackson and Herman Streets to the south, with the Harry Elson Memorial Gate, just north of Jackson Street at 17th Avenue, as the formal entrance. Fisk calls itself an open campus and welcomes self-guided visits, with materials from the Office of Admissions and Recruitment; its annual Tour and Visit Day is held at the Henderson A.
Is Fisk University accessible, and can I tell my driver what I need?
If you use a wheelchair or need extra time getting in, add a note for your driver when you book. Fisk's admissions office (615-645-7966) can confirm the closest accessible entrance for your visit.
How does parking at Fisk University compare with taking a ride?
We could not find a current visitor parking page for Fisk; an older student handbook reserves some spaces for campus visitors and warns that parking in unauthorized spaces can be ticketed or towed. Confirm with campus safety or admissions, or take a ride and skip it. Your fare depends on distance and time; the booking screen shows your estimate before you confirm, so you can compare.