Things to Do in Nashville

The pride and joy of Nashville residents and hallowed ground for country music fans the world over.

Song birds, mating calls and monkey screeches; the residents of this attraction make their own special brand of music.

From a humble frontier cabin to a stately plantation house, this grand southern estate is a slice of early American history.

Kinetic, educational and entertaining, this attraction is the perfect way to introduce kids of all ages to the wonders of science and space.

Just a short ride from Nashville’s downtown honky-tonks, a much-loved replica of Greece's most famous temple serves as the high altar to the city's cultural life.

The heart and soul of Nashville's outdoor music and festival scene is also a great place to hang out and watch the Cumberland River flow by.

From mastodon bones to dugout canoes, cotton gins to 12-string guitars, it’s easy to follow the trail of Tennessee history at this museum.

One of Nashville's hidden gems, this quirky museum houses the largest collection of European cars and motorcycles in the United States.

These two green spaces are home to old-growth forests, miles of hiking trails and Nashville’s most exciting horse race.

Visit the stately home of Nashville’s illustrious Cheek family, now a museum and public garden.

Walk along picturesque trails, spot myriad birdlife and paddle a canoe on a vast lake at this breathtaking park on the outskirts of Nashville.

Walk in the footsteps of former U.S. presidents and state governors on a tour of this elegant 19th-century legislative building.

Take a tour of this historic performing arts venue and watch shows on a stage that has welcomed world-renowned names from Sarah Bernhardt to Johnny Cash.

Spend a day at one of Nashville’s most beloved green spaces, which features a walking trail, an ornamental garden, art exhibits and concerts.

Spot music memorabilia and see a slice of the home life of the well-known country singer Barbara Mandrell at her former family estate.

Discover hundreds of original artifacts that retrace the life and career of one of the Music City’s most celebrated recording artists.

This pretty riverfront park has children’s play areas, an open-air amphitheater, a waterfront walkway and great views of Downtown Nashville’s skyline.

Get a sense of the history and intricacies of the Nashville Sound in this iconic recording studio that has launched the careers of many great performers.