NASHVILLE TENNESSEE

Nashville boasts over 40 different attractions – some of which are
free. Covering the spectrum from the Civil War to Faith Hill’s dress to
a priceless Picasso and Warhol, there’s something for everyone in
Nashville Tennessee.

Grand Ole Opry    
2804 Opryland Drive
Nashville, TN 37214
615-871-OPRY
Every weekend, the Grand Ole Opry takes the excitement of a live
audience, the heritage of the world’s longest-running radio show
and an incredible mix of talent to the world, broadcasting live over
650 WSM AM and the Opry website. Never knowing which artist
might make a surprise appearance, it’s where country rocks,
bluegrass rules and Western swings. Summer is highlighted by
free Opry Plaza Parties on weekend show nights. Admission: varies,
call for details. Hours: Friday 7:30 pm; Saturday 6:30 and 9:30 pm;
Tuesday 7 pm (April 13 - December 21 only). January - February
located at the Ryman Auditorium. March - December located at the
Grand Ole Opry House.

Grand Ole Opry Museum    
2804 Opryland Drive
Nashville, TN 37214
615-871-OPRY
The Grand Ole Opry Museum pays tribute to the world’s longest-
running radio show and its legendary stars with exhibits honoring
Patsy Cline, Marty Robbins, Tex Ritter, Roy Acuff, Minnie Pearl, Little
Jimmy Dickens and Jim Reeves. Exhibits featuring today’s chart-
topping artists are also on display exploring the careers of
performers like Alan Jackson, Reba McEntire and Travis Tritt.
Admission: free. Hours: open daily at 10 am; closing times vary.
Closed January - February. Minimum time allowance: 30 minutes.

Located in the Opry Plaza, the story of how the Grand Ole Opry
became the cornerstone of country music is told in this high-tech,
state-of-the-art museum that pays tribute to the world's longest-
running show. The story of the legendary Opry members, such as
Roy Acuff and Minnie Pearl, who made the Opry famous, is told
through a series of electronic displays, interactive video devices that
invite visitors to become involved in the exhibits, and sets worthy of a
Hollywood movie sound stage.

Nashville Zoo at Grassmere    
3777 Nolensville Road
Nashville, TN 37211
615-833-1534
Nashville Zoo is uniquely integrated into a pristine wooded property.
From the beginning, guests are immersed into the zoo’s beautiful
exhibits. Macaws bask in dappled sunlight with waterfalls nearby
setting the mood. Further in, boisterous apes welcome guests from
two beautifully landscaped islands. Here guests find gifts,
refreshments and a giant playground. But there is so much more:
meerkats, cheetah, otters, tigers and more reside along a wooded
path; Bamboo Trail offers leopards, red pandas and more shrouded
in a dense forest of bamboo; Critter Encounters presents
memorable experiences with some friendly creatures; and the
Unseen New World reveals reptiles, fish and more. Need a break?
Take a seat at one of several animal shows or relax at the Zoo’s
Historic Farm complete with a home built in 1810. There’s so much
to do and see at Nashville Zoo. Admission: $8 adults, $6 children (3-
12), $7 for seniors (65+), $2 parking. Hours: April 1 - October 31
daily 9 am - 6 pm, November 1 - March 31 daily 9 am - 4 pm. Closed
Thanksgiving, Christmas and New Year’s Day.

Country Music Hall of Fame & Museum    
222 Fifth Avenue South
Nashville, TN 37203
615-416-2001
Looking for an unforgettable experience? Come hear for yourself
how country music has evolved. Tour the new $37 million Country
Music Hall of Fame® and Museum. Enjoy live performances and
interactive exhibits. See rare costumes, instruments and archival
films. Savor a Southern-style meal at the SoBro Grill. Take home a
historic souvenir from our Museum Store. And check out the Hall’s
special events that keep visitors coming back again and again.
Admission: $15.95 adults; $13.95 seniors (55+); $7.95 children (6-
17); free (children 5 and under). Hours: daily 9 am - 5 pm. Closed
Tuesdays during January and February.

Located in the heart of downtown Nashville's vibrant entertainment
district, the new 130,000-sqare-foot museum offers breathtaking
views of the city and is conveniently located within walking distance
of major downtown hotels and the Nashville Convention Center.
Event space includes an 11,000-square-foot glass-roofed
conservatory, four theaters, the elegant Hall of Fame rotunda, and
40,000 square feet of gallery space.

ADVENTURE SCIENCE CENTER
800 Fort Negley Boulevard
Nashville, TN 37203
615-862-5160
It’s an amazing, original scientific adventure! Explore the one-of-a-
kind Adventure Tower, join in hands-on investigation, discover the
universe in our planetarium and much more! New: Be the pilot.
Climb into the cockpit of BlueMax, a full-motion flight simulator, and
engage in interactive dog fighting, carrier landings and aerobatic
maneuvers. Roll up your sleeves and experience science at the
Adventure Science Center! Admission: $8.75 adults; $6.75 children
(3-12) and seniors (65+). Admission for Sudekum Planetarium:
$3.50 per show or $2 with regular Adventure Science Center
admission. Hours: Monday - Saturday 10 am - 5 pm; Sunday 12:30 -
5:30 pm. Open until 7 pm Fridays and Saturdays from Memorial Day
to Labor Day.

Regal IMAX Theater    
570 Opry Mills Drive
Nashville, TN 37214
615-514-4633
Jump into the excitement of IMAX 3-D films. The highest precision
projector ever built casts breathtaking images onto a screen more
than six stories high and 90 feet wide. These elements are
enhanced by incredible, crisp sound from a wraparound six-
channel, IMAX digital sound system powered by 15,000 watts.
Special rates available for groups of 20 or more.

The Parthenon    
2600 West End Avenue
Nashville, TN 37201
615-862-8431
The world’s only full-scale reproduction of the famous Greek temple,
Nashville’s Parthenon stands in Centennial Park and features both
the city’s art museum and Athena Parthenos. At almost 42 feet in
height, Athena Parthenos is the tallest indoor sculpture in the
Western world. Admission: $3.50 adults; $2 seniors (62+) and
children (4-17). Hours: Tuesday - Saturday 9 am - 4:30 pm; Sunday
from April - September 12:30 - 4:30 pm.













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