Nashville is the capital of the state of Tennessee and it sits along the banks of the Cumberland
River.
The city was founded in 1779 and named after an American Revolutionary War hero called
Francis Nash.
Nashville picked up the nickname ‘Music City’ due to its long and exciting musical
history and as you go around the city you will notice the great music venues that are
situated here.
Before we get into the top 10 things to do in Nashville, we’ve included links in the
description to various discount codes and links to resources of things to do, so make
sure you check those out.
10) At number 10 is the Country Music Hall of Fame
Sitting in the heart of downtown Nashville the Country Music Hall of Fame adds a strikingly
modern touch to the Nashville skyline.
It is open every day from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m and music and history lovers can see the plaques
dedicated to country music’s finest.
In the museum’s core exhibition, Sing Me Back Home: A Journey Through Country Music,
visitors are immersed in the history and sounds of country music, its origins and traditions,
and the stories and voices of many of its honoured artists.
9) Number 9 is the Music City Hop on and Hop Off Tour
Check out the Music City at your own pace with Nashville's Hop-on, Hop-Off tour featuring
a traditional San Francisco style trolley.
Hop on and off throughout the day and enjoy all Nashville has to offer.
This tour runs between 9am and 5:30pm with 16 stops and over 100 points of interest,
led by fun and informative guides.
8) At number 8 is The Parthenon at Centennial Park
The Parthenon is a full-scale replica of the original Athenian building and statue found
in Greece.
It features a 42 foot high statue of Athena and is the main focus of this incredible sight.
The Parthenon was built in 1897 as part of Tennessee’s Centennial Exposition.
Have a picnic or take a stroll around this massive structure and admire it’s amazing
architecture.
Nashville’s Art Museum also lies inside the Parthenon, though it does require a fee.
7) At number 7 is Cheekwood Estate & Gardens
Located approximately 8 miles south-west of downtown Nashville, Cheekwood is open Tuesday
through to Saturday from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.
The Cheekwood Botanical Gardens are a spectacular place to spend an afternoon, you can bask
in the beauty of the immaculately kept lawns and the dazzling displays of colourful flowers.
Once the family home of Mabel and Leslie Cheek, this extraordinary 1930s estate, with its
Georgian mansion and 55 acres of cultivated gardens, today serves the public as a botanical
garden, woodland sculpture trail, and art museum.
6) Number 6 is Fort Negley
Fort Negley, in South Nashville, is the largest inland stone fort and was built during the
Civil War.
The area is set-up to support easy, self-guided walking tours.
The Fort Negley Visitors Centre is a historical, education and outdoor recreation centre and
a place to learn about the history of the area.
Interactive exhibits and two 20-minute videos covering the 1862 surrender of Nashville and
the building of Fort Negley, make an interesting visit.
5) At number 5 is the Tennessee State Museum
The Tennessee State Museum is a large museum in Nashville depicting the history of the
U.S. state of Tennessee.
The current facility opened on October 4, 2018, at the corner of Rosa Parks Boulevard.
The 137,000-square-foot building includes a Tennessee Time Tunnel chronicling the state's
history, a hands-on children's gallery, six rotating galleries, a digital learning centre,
and a two-story Grand Hall.
Exhibitions include significant artefacts related to the state's history, along with
displays of art, furniture, textiles and photographs.
4) At number 4 Walk The John Seigenthaler Pedestrian Bridge
Closed to automobile traffic in 1998, the John Seigenthaler Pedestrian Bridge provides
outstanding views of the Cumberland River and the Nashville skyline.
The bridge connects downtown Nashville with the suburb of East Nashville, and is a reliable
way to cross the river.
With amazing panoramic views, it brings out the photographer in most people, as various
points along the bridge allow travellers to capture different angles of Nashville.
3) At number 3 is the Nashville Zoo
The Nashville zoo is spread out over 200 acres and offers a fantastic day out for both children
and adults.
The zoo has many activities to get involved in, rather than just seeing the animals you
will find yourself running and crawling to experience the zoo in the most interactive
way.
There is a jungle gym that will see you swinging like a gibbon, running like a zebra and crouching
like a tiger.
Check out the daily schedule of activities to ensure you do not miss out on amazing events!
2) Visit the Belle Meade Plantation at number 2
The Belle Meade Plantation is steeped in history and a tour when in Nashville is both enjoyable
and educational.
The rich story of Belle Meade comes alive as period dressed guides lead guests through
the mansion and tell the exceptional and intimate stories of the various people that created
the Belle Meade Plantation.
Visitors are also able to view other buildings and areas such as the dairy, carriage house
and gardens.
Located about 8 miles south-west of downtown Nashville, Belle Meade Plantation is open
daily from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.
1) At number 1 a visit to the Adventure Science Centre
Since 1945 the Adventure Science Centre in Nashville has been inspiring people to become
involved in the sciences.
Explore 44,000 square feet and over 175 exciting hands-on science exhibits and activities revealing
the wonders of biology, physics, chemistry, medicine, space, earth science, technology,
and more.
Experience a state-of-the-art planetarium offering spectacular journeys to the stars,
laser shows, and amazing full-dome films for children and adults.
Adventure Science Centre is dedicated to creating learning experiences that open minds to the
wonders of science and technology and the world around us.
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