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Country Music Hall Of Fame & Museum

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Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum Admission in Nashville

The Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum has been home to America's country music since 1967. It is dedicated to preserving the cultural significance of music and the achievements of its members. The Museum illustrates country music throughout two centuries with historic video clips, recorded music, dynamic exhibits, state-of-the-art designs, live performances, public programs, the Museum Store, onsite dining and fabulous public spaces. Give your creative side a treat with a songwriting workshop!

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Address: 222 5th Avenue, Nashville, TN
Phone: +1 615 416 2001

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Grand Ole Opry

Grand Ole Opry

The Grand Ole Opry is known worldwide as "The Show That Made Country Music Famous.” This weekly country music stage concert first took place in 1925 with a one-hour radio "barn dance" on WSM. Now, it is the longest-running radio broadcast in US history. Come experience a piece of Nashville music history with a mix of country greats, from new stars to superstars and legends. Among the Opry's current members are Dierks Bentley, Charlie Daniels, Jimmy Dickens, Vince Gill, Martina McBride, Brad Paisley, Carrie Underwood and Keith Urban.

Johnny Cash Museum

Johnny Cash Museum

The Johnny Cash Museum in Nashville, Tennessee honors the life and music of the country superstar often referred to as the Man in Black. Definitely worth a visit for Johnny Cash fans and music fans in general. The historic building contains the world’s largest and most comprehensive collection of Johnny Cash artifacts. The museum's owner and curator Bill Miller employs his personal friendship he once held with Johnny Cash to bring a personal touch to the collection. Special pieces like handwritten lyric sheets, marriage licenses, clothing, records, instruments, and stage props directly tied to the artist’s life can all be found here. Be sure to recharge your batteries at the coffee shop inside the museum. The menu features artisanal coffee, breakfast, and lunch. Food is served 9am–4pm.

Country Music Hall Of Fame & Museum

Country Music Hall Of Fame & Museum

The Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum has been home to America's country music since 1967. It is dedicated to preserving the cultural significance of music and the achievements of its members. The Museum illustrates country music throughout two centuries with historic video clips, recorded music, dynamic exhibits, state-of-the-art designs, live performances, public programs, the Museum Store, onsite dining and fabulous public spaces. Give your creative side a treat with a songwriting workshop!

The Parthenon

The Parthenon

Nashville boasts the world’s only full-scale reproduction of the famous Greek temple! The Parthenon stands in Centennial Park and features the city’s art museum and Athena Parthenos — the tallest indoor sculpture in the Western world at 42-feet. The Parthenon has continued to host changing art exhibits since the 1930s, preserving the legacy of the ancient Greeks and their impact on American civilization.

Nashville's Union Station

Nashville's Union Station

The Union Station was completed in 1900 and functioned as a passenger terminal until 1979. Listed on the National Register of Historic Places, the landmark building experienced years of neglect until it was converted into an opulent hotel, detailed with wrought iron and Italian marble. Its lobby features a barrel-vaulted, 65-feet-high ceiling enclosed by stained glass. The station looks spectacular from the outside. If you're not staying at the hotel, you can still enjoy the interior while having drinks or dinner at Ergo restaurant, located inside this historic landmark. Check the hotel's facebook page for upcoming events like bartending competitions and live music nights.

Jack Daniel's Distillery Bus Tour with Whiskey Tastings from Nashville

Jack Daniel's Distillery Bus Tour with Whiskey Tastings from Nashville

Founded by Jasper Newton "Jack" Daniel in 1866, the Jack Daniel Distillery in Lynchburg, Tennessee is the oldest registered distillery in the United States. To this day, every bottle of the world's most famous whiskey brand is still produced in the same distillery Jack Daniel set up more than 150 years ago. Whiskey drinker or not, you shouldn't miss out on the unique chance to visit this historic place. Plus, sample several tastings of premium Tennessee whiskey.

Belle Meade Historic Site & Winery

Belle Meade Historic Site & Winery

Belle Meade is a mansion and surrounding grounds dating to the 1840s, with a winery, museum, event spaces, an onsite restaurant and some of the most beautiful grounds in Nashville. It is located just 7 miles west of downtown. The estate became famous for raising the nation's finest thoroughbred race horses. Through its history, Belle Meade hosted celebrities, presidents, generals, and a wealth of revered turfmen. These days, you can take a mansion tour, explore the arboretum and the grounds on a Segway, and end your visit with a wine tasting The Journey to Jubilee Tour invites discussion and explores the stories of the enslaved African-Americans who were brought to, and born at, Belle Meade from 1807 through the years following Emancipation.

Tennessee Titans

Tennessee Titans

The Tennessee Titans are one of the NFL’s newer franchises, but their history extends back to the days of the American Football League when they were the Houston Oilers. The Titans have established themselves as a highly competitive franchise, even having made it to Super Bowl XXXIV. Their regular season runs from September to December, with playoffs happening in January. Nissan Stadium — home of the Titans — offers public and private stadium tours. Check their website for more details.

Frist Art Museum

Frist Art Museum

The vivacious and family-friendly Frist Art Museum is located in downtown Nashville. It is a world-class art center dedicated to presenting local, regional, national and international exhibitions. The Frist features the award-winning Martin ArtQuest Gallery with interactive art-making stations, along with educational programs, free live music on Thursday and Friday evenings, a gift shop of handcrafted merchandise and a full-service cafe.

Cheekwood Museum & Botanical Gardens

Cheekwood Museum & Botanical Gardens

Cheekwood is a 55-acre estate built by the Maxwell House Coffee, as well as one of the finest examples of an 'American Country Place Era’ estates in the United States. The Botanical Garden is a showcase of vibrancy and horticultural diversity, with 11 display gardens. The Historic Mansion & Museum has collections of painting, sculpture and decorative arts. The visitors can enjoy the 4 distinct festivals held throughout the year. Plus, the gardens are a fantastic place for photoshoots.

Ryman Auditorium

Ryman Auditorium

The Ryman Auditorium was built in 1892 and designated a National Historic Landmark! It's best known for hosting the Grand Ole Opry from 1943 to 1974. These days, it offers the best in entertainment opportunities, from self-guided museum or guided backstage tours and CD recordings in the Ryman Recording Studio, to live concerts. Be sure to check out their star-filled event calendar before your visit to Nashville.

Music City Walk of Fame

Music City Walk of Fame

The Music City Walk of Fame, a landmark tribute to all genres of music, honors the individuals who have contributed to the world through song or industry collaborations. Located on Demonbreun Street between Third and Fourth Avenues, the Walk of Fame Park features sidewalk stars commemorating music celebrities who lived, worked, and played in Nashville. Explore this vibrant tribute to music history and discover the stars who have shaped the industry.

Nashville Shakespeare Festival

Nashville Shakespeare Festival

Where else can you see Eddie George take the stage as Othello? The Nashville Shakespeare Festival is one of the city’s proudest attractions, holding public productions and educational workshops to educate and entertain young and old.

Centennial Park

Centennial Park

Centennial Park is one of the finest parks in Nashville featuring a nice pond, lots of walkways and large green fields. It is also here the iconic Parthenon stands. The park is the perfect getaway on a sunny afternoon. Bring a picnic basket, a blanket and just enjoy a few hours away from the city streets.

The Hermitage — Home of President Andrew Jackson

The Hermitage — Home of President Andrew Jackson

President Andrew Jackson's Hermitage opened to the public in 1889. It has since welcomed over 15 million guests! Located only minutes from downtown Nashville, the National Historic Site comprises 1120-acres of legendary grounds and pure history. Explore Hermitage Mansion, the first Hermitage, gardens, museum, enslaved memorials and more. There is also the Hermitage by wagon and intimate evening tours seasonally.

Segway Of Nashville Tours

Segway Of Nashville Tours

Discover a unique way to explore Nashville with a guided Segway tour. Glide past iconic landmarks and hidden gems while learning about the city's rich history and culture. Choose from a variety of tours, each offering a different perspective of the city. The 'Land and Sea Adventure' combines a downtown Segway tour with a paddleboard trip down the Cumberland River. Music lovers can opt for the 'All Access Music Pass,' which includes a Segway tour of three of Nashville's top music attractions.

Kayaking & Paddlepoarding

Kayaking & Paddlepoarding

Stand-up paddleboarding and kayaking are a great activity for the whole family and is a fantastic way to see the city from a new angle. There are numerous rental businesses along the river that will provide you with equipment, instructions and tours. River Queen Voyages and Cumberland Kayak are centrally located for your convenience.

Cascade Hollow Distillery Tour

Cascade Hollow Distillery Tour

Enjoy a peek into the distillation halls of the George Dickel Tennessee Whisky, near Tullahoma, followed by a tasting of different blends. The distillery lies fairly far off the beaten paths, 1.5 hours south of Nashville, however exactly that brings it a certain charm. This little detour could be combined with a tour to nearby Lynchburg.

Vanderbilt Dyer Observatory

Vanderbilt Dyer Observatory

Nashville invites you to experience the stars with Vanderbilt University’s Dyer Observatory. It sits high atop one of the tallest peaks near Nashville, allowing for wonderful views of the heavenly bodies.

Bridgestone Arena

Bridgestone Arena

The illustrious Bridgestone Arena opened in 1996 and has hosted over 13 million guests since. As Nashville’s number one covered venue for large-scale musical productions, the Arena is also one of the nation’s most highly-acclaimed entertainment and sports venues. The seating capacity is approximately 20,000 for concerts, 19,395 for basketball and 17,113 for Nashville Predators games! Find the Tennessee Sports Hall of Fame, an XM Radio studio, the Nashville Convention and Visitors Bureau, The Patrón Platinum Club and more at the Bridgestone Arena.

Municipal Auditorium

Municipal Auditorium

The Nashville Municipal Auditorium was built in 1962 to hold a diversity of events, concerts, circuses, auto shows, evangelical crusades, trade shows and touring extravaganzas! Check the website for details on upcoming events for your Nashville trip.

Nashville Symphony

Nashville Symphony

The Nashville Symphony offers over 200 performances annually ranging from classical, pop, special events, children’s concerts and community outreach programs.

Nashville Predators

Nashville Predators

The Nashville Predators are proof that while Nashville may be the friendliest place on Earth during the day, during gametime — the claws come out! From their stadium at the Bridgestone Arena, the NHL’s Nashville Predators are pure, raw excitement for hockey and sports enthusiasts in general. Come and experience “Smashville!” The regular season runs from October until April.

SoundWaves at Gaylord Opryland

SoundWaves at Gaylord Opryland

Located at the Gaylord Opryland Resort, this water park has attractions suited for both kids and adults. The list of experiences on offer includes indoor surfing, a rafting course and a near-vertical water tunnel ending with a looping slide. You can also relax on the outdoor flat water pool, and enjoy the food provided by the nearby restaurants and cafes.

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