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With live music to be heard all across town, 24/7, 365 days a year, Music City lives up to its name. From honky-tonk bands jamming at Tootsie’s Orchid Lounge to songwriters in the round at the Bluebird Cafe and country music legends rocking the Grand Ole Opry, you never know who you might see. The creative spirit from Nashville's music landscape flows into the area's myriad art galleries, up-and-coming fashion scene, historic landmarks and chef-driven restaurants.
Restaurants in Nashville
1. Schermerhorn Symphony Center
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 641 reviews
Experience music of all genres in Nashville's acoustical gem, Schermerhorn Symphony Center. Home to the GRAMMY Award-winning Nashville Symphony, the venue hosts more than 140 events each year. Experience classical masterworks, exciting new music and today's greatest artists, with breathtaking sound of 84 world-class musicians onstage. Wine, beer and cocktails available at all concerts, with casual dining available at the in-house Cherry Street Eatery. Tours of the building are offered free of charge at 1 p.m. on most Wednesdays and Saturdays.
Reviewed By mmdesanctis - Philadelphia, United States
Watched a Christmas concert here and absolutely loved it. Nashville is a fun city with lots to do and this is one of the highlights of it.
2. Nelson's Green Brier Distillery
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 1,654 reviews
We have opted to close on 2/18/21 to ensure the safety of out guests and employees due to inclement weather conditions. We hope to reopen on 2/19/21. We will reassess in the early morning hours.
Reviewed By lisahJ5356II
Great tour, great guide, great whiskey, great time!! Thanks for the hospitality, and the education and welcome back!!
3. Diskin Cider
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5.0 based on 92 reviews
Diskin Cider is proud to be Nashville and Middle Tennessee’s first commercial craft cidery, bringing true craft cider to Tennessee and the South. Bridging the gap between wine and beer, Diskin Cider’s fresh, flavorful, small-batch ciders break the mold of overly sweet cider with the natural flavor of fresh pressed apples. Diskin not only provides a variety of cider options, but local beers and homemade cocktails as well an an elevated food menu including Sunday brunch.
Reviewed By hanleybrand - Hartselle, United States
I have been to Diskin multiple times after stumbling upon it a couple of years ago. Great cider, great service and staff. I went to the drag brunch this past weekend and it was AMAZING. The show was fabulous. Also Diskin was so thoughtful in the set up and execution of this event. Diskin is definitely a must go if you are looking for a great atmosphere and great cider.
4. Ole Smoky Distillery & Yee-Haw Brewery
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5.0 based on 2,303 reviews
Ole Smoky Distillery has expanded their presence in Tennessee by joining forces with Yee Haw Brewing Company to collectively open a complex in Nashville’s area of SoBro. The venue features a distillery, brewery, bars, tasting areas, beer & bottle shops, merchandise, big screen TVs and live entertainment. Visitors will be able to enjoy moonshine, cocktails, beer by the glass, and food.
Reviewed By nathanL00k - Nashville, United States
Visiting Nashville? Live in Nashville? This is the spot to go for some great moonshine cocktails, great local beer and great atmosphere to hang out and watch the game or listen to live music. I frequent here and always love to bring friends and family when they come to visit. We did the moonshine tasting and Jen was fantastic, great attitude, friendly and knowledgeable.
5. Belmont Mansion
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4.5 based on 917 reviews
Belmont Mansion is the largest house museum in Tennessee and one of only a few whose history revolves around the life of a woman: Adelicia Acklen. The historic house is open to visitors for tours. Tickets may be purchased in advance or at the door. The house is also one of Nashville's most popular rental venues for weddings and events.
Reviewed By fabiola2406
We had a wonderful experience while visiting Belmont mansion their staff is very knowledgeable about the history of the house and family the mansion is beautifully decorated with original pieces from the family that made Belmont Mansion what it is today I would definitely visit again if I'm ever in Nashville Tennessee
6. RCA Studio B
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4.5 based on 3,349 reviews
Historic RCA Studio B--once the recording home of popular music titans such as Elvis Presley, Chet Atkins, Eddy Arnold, and The Everly Brothers--is both a classroom for Nashville area students and a popular cultural attraction. First made available to Country Music Hall of Fame® and Museum visitors in 1977, RCA Studio B was donated to the Museum in 1992. Studio B tours are available as part of the Museum's platinum ticket package, which also includes Museum admission and audio tour, and depart from the Museum hourly between 10:30 a.m.-2:30 p.m. daily. Transportation provided.
Reviewed By PamThuer - Middletown, United States
By far a must see! Definitely worth the extra money to tour Studio B. Our tour guide was amazing and extremely kind, very knowledgeable on artists. Loved this tour!
7. Historic Travellers Rest
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4.5 based on 258 reviews
Historic Travellers Rest is the oldest historic house museum open to the public in Nashville. Our primary mission is history education and we serve more than 12,000 children and adult visitors each year. Our programs and events cover 1000 years of history, from Mississippian settlement through the 19th century using the cultural resources at the 1799 home built by John Overton. Self-guided grounds tours and guided house tours are available Tuesday-Saturdays. House tours last about an hour and are offered on the hour starting at 11:00 am. Last tour at 3:00 pm. During this time tour sizes will be limited to 8 people. Tour availability is first-come first-serve so reservations are suggested. Please call to make a reservation.
Reviewed By 866TaylorB - Chicago, United States
I suppose most people visit Andrew Jackson's Hermitage to get a perspective on the history of Nashville, Tennessee. Well, that certainly is an important part of it. But don't pass up an opportunity to visit Travellers Rest Plantation and Museum to get another perspective. Located at 636 Farrell Parkway, the two-story structure with four rooms was built in 1799 by Judge John Overton, who was an advisor and close friend of Andrew Jackson. In fact, he was a co-founder of Memphis, Tennessee. An addition was made to the house in 1812 to accommodate more members of the Overton family and a long ell was added in 1820 when Overton married a widow with five children. He died at Travellers Rest in 1833. A final addition was added in 1887. At one time, the plantation covered 1,050 ares and was worked by 80 slaves. Historically, it is significant because Overton discovered a large number of prehistoric skulls on his property. Today, archaeologists know that the remains were part of a large Mississippian village site. The house was saved from demolition and restored in 1954 to become a museum when construction of a visitors center uncovered additional human remains from a prehistoric period. During a one-hour guided toour, visitors can view exhibits that document the life and work of John Overton, his relationship with Andrew Jackson and the history of the Overton plantation and Nashville during the Civil War, then explore the lavish gardens that surround the plantation. It was added to the National Register of Historic Places in 1969.
8. Nashville Parthenon
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4.5 based on 4,714 reviews
Standing as the centerpiece in Nashville's Centennial Park, the Parthenon is a full scale replica of the Parthenon in Athens, Greece. Come inside to see the 42-foot gilded sculpture of Athena, the permanent display of American paintings from the Cowan Collection, the history of the Nashville Parthenon dating back to the 1897 Tennessee Centennial Exposition, and a variety of temporary shows and exhibitions! The entrance is located on the ground level of the East side of the building.
Reviewed By rishumishu9 - Jodhpur, India
Yes it’s an exact replica of The Parthenon at Greece!... Made with the same Patience, Artistic Excellence and knowledge about the the then History and Cultural expertise, Parthenon is a treat to Watch and adds to the many Attractions to the Beutiful City Of Nashville.A very Green, Calm and Picturesque Location at Centennial Park the Parthenon houses the Greek Goddess Of Victory and other Replicas Of Ancient Greek times. It also houses a good Sovenighr Shop.
9. Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum
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4.5 based on 14,476 reviews
The Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum is the home of this popular American art form, safeguarding over 2.5 million artifacts, with two expansive floors of gallery space featuring permanent- and limited- engagement exhibits. The Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum is also home to Historic RCA Studio B and Hatch Show Print. It offers three dining and four retail options, all open to the public. Closed on Thanksgiving, Christmas Eve, and Christmas Day.
Reviewed By 866TaylorB - Chicago, United States
If you are visiting Nashville, Tennessee, chances are you are here to see what makes Music City tick, from the Grand Ole Opry to Ryman Auditorium to the many museums dedicated to country music and its legendary recording artists from Jimmie Rodgers to Hank Williams to Roy Acuff to Patsy Cline to Johnny Cash. Located at 222 Fifth Avenue South, the 350,000-square-foot Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum is one of the world's largest and most active and popular music research centers and the world's largest repository of country music artifacts, more than 2.5 million. Chartered in 1964, the museum houses 200,000 sound recordings, 500,000 photographs, more than 30,000 moving images on film, video and digital formats, hundreds of musical instruments, thousands of items of clothing, oral histories and iconic vehicles, including Elvis Presley's 1960 "Solid Gold" Cadillac and Jerry Reed's 1980 Pontiac Trans Am from Smokey and the Bandit II. The museum attracts more than 1.1 million visitors a year. So what do you want to see? Historic RCA Studio B, Nashville's oldest surviving recording studio, where recordings by Elvis Presley, Dolly Parton and Waylon Jennings were made. The bronze plaques of the Hall of Famers that are displayed in the museum's 70-foot-high rotunda. Glen Campbell narrating the history of country music. Maybelle Carter's Gibson L-5. Earl Scruggs' banjo. Bill Monroe's mandolin. Patsy Cline's cocktail dress. Johnny Cash's black suit. Reba McEntire's red dress. Start with the museum's core exhibit, "Sing Me Back Home: A Journey Through Country Music," which immerses visitors in the history and sounds of country music, its origins and traditions, and the stories and voices of many of its architects, then take a tour of the museum to experience what country music is all about.
10. Grand Ole Opry
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 12,999 reviews
The Grand Ole Opry, an American Icon and Nashville's number one attraction, is known for creating one-of-a-kind entertainment experiences for audiences of all ages. It's where unforgettable moments happen every week...moments like the night Trace Adkins revealed a tweet inviting his pal Blake Shelton to become a member of the Opry. With country music's new stars, superstars, and legends live on stage, you never know what'll happen next. See the show that made country music famous.
Reviewed By jdmac1953 - Vero Beach, United States
We took the backstage tour of the Grand ole Opry, Wow! so very cool and informative, Anna did an amazing job explaining all the aspects of the theater and was able to answer our questions. So amazing to be able to stand where so many music greats have made their name. Definitely would recommend..
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