Nashville Tennessee is slowly becoming a blend of the
old and the new, where the past still dominates the unique
character of “Music City” yet new infrastructure
has kept a steady beat with the modern world. Nashville
definitely dances to its own tune where you couldn’t
swing a cat without hitting a lyricist or ten! Country
music lives and breathes in Nashville Tennessee and the
capital has cultivated generations of successful singers
and songwriters who play music from R&B to bluegrass,
rock and alternative country. Even classical and jazz
have slipped comfortably into the scene and seem to be
a nice fit. Nashville will always bask in the glory of
its country roots as the past is what truly characterized
the city yet new music is evidently finding its own place
amid the classic country heartbeat in Nashville Tennessee.
Nashville attractions are very much like those in Memphis surrounding a very musical theme.
The Grand Ole Opry is one of the most visited Nashville
attractions and an American icon like no other is. Experience
the phenomenon of the world-famous Opry and visit for
a show or a tour. Check the calender of events for show
dates. Pair a visit to the Opry with a visit to the Grand
Ole Opry Museum where visitors can view tributes to great
country stars of the past. The Museum is open Sunday to
Thursday 10am to 5pm, Friday 10am to 8 and Saturday 10am
to 10pm. There are also dozens of exhibits in tribute
to today’s favorite country stars and admission
is free.
The Nashville Zoo at Grassmere is south of downtown on two acres of land and is another of the great Nashville attractions. You’ll need 2 to 3 hours to explore the zoo and the fantastic exhibits and displays such as Gibbon Island, Alligator Cove and African Elephant Savannah. Parking at the zoo is free and rates run from $13.00 and less but check before purchasing tickets. April 1 to October 15 from 9am until 6pm and October 16 to March 31 from 9am until 4pm are the operating hours. There are some really interesting and unique historical houses in the area for an excellent architectural tour and add. These beautiful house have served as Nashville attractions for quite some time. Carter house was built in 1830 and served as the Union army command post during the Battle of Franklin. Belmont Mansion was constructed in 1850's in Italianate villa style and belonged to one of the wealthiest women in the country at the time. Other houses of interest are Carter House, The Hermitage and Lotz House, which can all be toured during the day time.
There are lots of annual Nashville events, especially
from may to October including Beachhaven Jazz on the Lawn,
Sumner Crest Winery Summer Festival, CMA Music festival
in June, and Dukesfest in June for all the Dukes of Hazzard
fans! July welcomes the Nashville events of Independence
Day, Smithville Fiddler’s Jamboree and the Celebration
of Cultures. September is chock full of Nashville events
and is the busiest month of the year for them with an
event happening almost every day! Nashville Tennessee
Riverfest, Nashville Tennessee State Fair, the Old Timers
Day Bluegrass Festival and the Nashville Folk festival
are just a few! Nashville events are full of food, music
and good ‘ole Nashville spirit!
There are so many attractions in Nashville it’s hard to know where to start! The Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum is worth a visit and is open daily from 9am to 5pm. Centennial Park is of particular interest when exploring attractions in Nashville as it contains a full-size replica of the Athens’s Parthenon! When visiting in the hot summer months take a trip to Wave Country and let the kids cool off amongst the huge waves in the wave pool or rush down waterslides for the afternoon. Belle Meade plantation was built in 1853 and had become famous for breeding the best race horses in the south. When visiting attractions in Nashville this one has lots of history behind its Greek Revival walls. It’s a great place to visit and then take a load off amongst 30 acres of beautifully landscape lawns and shade trees. Nashville attractions are boundless and offer up a buffet of excitement and intrigue coupled with rich history and a tune to go with everyone’s beat.
