Nashville Attractions
Nashville Attractions have a lot to offer. They are what make's Nashville unique. This Riverfront town is full of history and it's location is the reason it has drawn people here.
You are probably coming to see the music scene. The music scene would not have been here if it wasn't for Thomas Ryman. He built the Ryman Auditorium. This is where the Grand Ole Opry got it's start.
Make sure you see Tootsie's Orchid Lounge. It is next to the Ryman Auditorium. This is where stars would spend their time waiting to go on stage at the Ryman.
During the mid 1800's there were many plantations in this area. They are still preserved and open for tours.
Music row is a historic location for the music industry. It is where Elvis recorded his records, most of them in Studio B.
Here is a little tid bit of information where you can save some money on your Nashville Vacation. You can get a Total Access Pass at a savings of up to 50%. This will allow you to pick 5 Nashville attractions at a discount.
I would like to help on some of the ideas of where to go and what to see. Here are some places to visit while in Nashville.
Ryman Auditorium
- It is located downtown just off Broadway and known as the Mother
Church of Country Music. There are tours daily from 9am to 4pm. The
Ryman opened in 1892 as a church. The Grand Ole Opry moved in 1943 and
relocated in 1974 to its current location.
This move left the Ryman vacant until in 1994, the Ryman was
restored. Today, an occasional show can be seen and daily tours are
given so anyone can see a truely historic Nashville Attraction.
Location: 116 Fifth Ave North, Nashville, TN 37219, 615-889-3060
The Fontanel Mansion
is a 27,000 square foot log home owned by Barbara Mandrell before
turning it into a music attraction. Along with the home there is a
outdoor amphitheater that holds 4,500 guests, the Farm House restaurant,
over 2 miles of hiking and mountain bike trails, and a gift shop.
Location 4225 Whites Creek Pike, Nashville, TN 37189
1-877-820-8687 or 615-724-1600
Antique Archaeology Nashville - This is the second store location for Mike Wolfe. It is in the old Marathon Automobile car factory from the early 1900's. There is a lot of rusty gold there with emphasis on old motorcycles and automobiles.
Opryland Hotel Garden is a treasure among all the Nashville Attractions
Located in Music Valley just off Briley Parkway. It has three indoors gardens and one outdoor garden. You can stroll along the overhead walkways and get a bird's eye view of the gardens.
The ground level walkways will take you thru lush vegetation,
along indoor streams, and under a waterfall. There are dining areas in
case you get hungry and shops along the upper walkway.
It is located at 2800 Opryland Drive, Nashville, Tn 37214, 615-889-1000
- You will find The General Jackson in music Valley. Remember back to the time when riverboats were the most luxurious way to travel. Take a nostalgic trip on the Cumberland River aboard a 3 story paddle boat.
Enjoy the sights from the river as the paddle boat strolls along
past Nashville and see what it looks like from the river. The boarding
area is located by the Opry Mills Mall, and you park in the mall parking
lot. There is a 2-1/2 hour midday cruise, an Evening Cruise with dinner
and a show.
Location: 2812 Opryland Dr, Nashville, TN 37214, 615-889-1000
Adventure Science Center
creates opportunity for children to learn about science in an exciting
way. Learn through technology with touch screen monitors, and listening
posts. There is 30+ interactive astronomy exhibits to get hands on
experience, and full body experiences with EVA and Moon walk
simulations. Exhibits are: Adventure Tower, Blue Max, Body Quest,
Mission Possible, Space Chase.
Location: 800 Fort Negley Blvd, Nashville TN 37203, 615-862-5160
Welcome to A Cowboy Town
- Located on 116 acres in the beautiful Ramblin' Breeze Valley and just
10 minutes from downtown Nashville. Take a walk thru the Rattlesnake
Saloon, but be careful, there might be some trigger happy cowboys in
there.
Enjoy Kick-A-Poo Lake nearby, where you can canoe, fish, or have a picnic. Now getting back to town you will find Wild West gunfights, live cowboy music, giant bonfires, hayrides, campfire cookouts, horseback riding and much more.
Their location is 3665 Knight Drive, Whites Creek, Tennessee 37189, 615-876-1029 or 615-242-6201
Nashville Zoo
- If you are an animal lover then the Zoo is one of the coolest of
Nashville Attractions. Built on 200 acres just south of Nashville, the
Nashville Zoo is under development to become the largest Zoo in the
country with world class exhibits.
Come and see animals and their habitats from all over the world.
Enjoy the activities, shows and events going on throughout the year.
Location: 3777 Nolensville Road, Nashville, TN 37211, 615-833-1534 ext. 100
Tennessee State Fair Grounds
- Built specifically for meetings, conferences, trade shows and special
events. The 117-acre Tennessee State Fairgrounds is less than one mile
south of downtown Nashville. It has direct interstate access from I-65
and I-440 and easily accessed from I-24. Attractions are the Flea Market
every 4th weekend, Sports Arena, Speedway, Expo Center.
Location: 625 Smith Ave, Nashville, TN 37203.
The Nashville Parthenon
This Nashville Attraction goes along with the fact that Nashville is
sometimes called the Athens of the South. The Parthenon is the
centerpiece of Centennial Park and a monument to the pinnacle of
classical architecture.
It is a replica of the original Parthenon in Athens and inside, a
re-creation of the 42-foot statue Athena. It also serves as Nashville's
Art Museum.
Location: 2600 West End Ave, Nashville, TN 37203, 615-862-8431
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