Top Nashville Attractions

From the Grand Ole Opry to the Country Music Hall of Fame, musical roots run deep in Tennessee. Attractions include live performances, recording studio tours and a few surprises along the way.

Music is in the Air

Many hotels in Nashville are located near performance venues where you can hear live bands and get a dose of country music history. Start by visiting the Country Music Hall of Fame and explore exhibits that take you through years of musical milestones. Just a short walk from the Hall of Fame, you’ll find the Ryman Auditorium. Known as the historic home of the Grand Ole Opry, it’s also the birthplace of Bluegrass music. Wrap up your downtown visit by checking out some of the top local musicians. Just follow the neon lights to Lower Broadway—a famous strip of bustling bars and restaurants—it’s one of the most popular attractions in Nashville.

Beyond Broadway

Other popular things to do in Nashville include: Walking down Music Row, a neighborhood that numerous record labels, publishing houses and recording studios call home; visiting Centennial Park, which features a full-size replica of Greece’s Parthenon; and taking in a show at the Bluebird, an intimate 90-seat venue where you never know who’ll take the stage! If you’re traveling with kids, make sure to plan a stop at the Adventure Science Center. They’ll flip over the chance to experience zero gravity in the Space Chase exhibit.