Group Experiences in Nashville

Come watch the monkeys swinging, hear the birds singing, and maybe even see some crocodiles swimming at one of Nashville's top attractions! Almost 3,000 animals representing over 350 different species call this historic space home, and meeting them all makes Nashville Zoo one of Tennessee's best family day trips. Daily talks from the dedicated staff aim to teach you fun facts about the animals, from flamingos to kangaroos, meerkats, rhinos and even guinea pigs! Where else can you brush a goat and pet a kangaroo all on the same day?

Discover Cheekwood, a Country Place-era estate, located eight miles southwest of downtown Nashville. This 1930s estate, once home to Mabel and Leslie Cheek, features 55 acres of gardens and a 30,000-square-foot mansion. Today, it serves as a botanical garden, arboretum, and art museum. Explore American art from the 18th to mid-20th centuries in period-furnished rooms and permanent collection galleries. Admire 13 unique gardens and a 1.5-mile woodland trail with outdoor sculptures. Cheekwood offers year-round events, including Cheekwood in Bloom, Summertime at Cheekwood, Cheekwood Harvest, and Holiday LIGHTS. It's accredited by the American Alliance of Museums, recognized as a Level II Arboretum, and listed on the National Register of Historic Places.

As one of the best places for family fun in Nashville, these Adventure Science Center tickets will keep you and the little explorers happy for hours. Stimulate your brains and imaginations with a multitude of mind-boggling interactive exhibits across four fun floors. Play a piano by walking on it, make friends with your own shadow, and discover what you'd weigh if you set foot on a different planet! The second floor is devoted to the human body. Take a thrilling ride through a digestive tract, crawl into the chambers of a beating heart, and study your inner self with the X-ray machine.

Dust off that rhinestone-studded cowboy hat, and two-step on down to the Country Music Hall of Fame! Explore over 2.5 million exhibits and artifacts that trace and celebrate the evolution of country music from 19th-century folk tradition, to the multi-million dollar music business it is today.

Meet Katy Perry, Captain Kirk, Beyoncé, Barack Obama, Johnny Depp, and Johnny Cash at Madame Tussauds Nashville, where you can take photos with lifelike wax figures. This location focuses on music legends who shaped American music. Meet Ozzy Osbourne, Reba McEntire, and Johnny Cash. Walk through a 1950s neighborhood where families gather around their radios to listen to the Grand Ole Opry broadcast live from the WSM tower. See Muddy Waters, the father of modern Chicago Blues, along with Billie Holiday and Bob Dylan during his *Blood on the Tracks* era. Featuring musicians and celebrities from past and present, it offers a music-focused experience that differs from other locations. You can upgrade your visit with a VIP Digital Photo Pass, which includes instant access to your digital photos and a guidebook to take home.

At NMAAM, you can discover the importance of African American music in shaping the American soundscape. Begin your visit in the Roots Theater and learn about West and Central African culture, the institution of slavery, and the evolution of a distinctly African American culture that had its own unique musical traditions. Next up, charter the entire chronology of African American music at the River of Rhythms Pathways. Animated interactive touch panels will showcase the beginnings of musical traditions to the present day, covering southern gospel and blues to contemporary R&B and hip-hop. The remaining five exhibits take a deeper dive into moments in history and how they helped to shape the music and stars that came out of them. Inside these galleries, you’ll be able to see instruments, stage costumes, sheet music, and more. Key moments and movements include the Harlem Renaissance, jazz, and post-war R&B.

Take a trip to two of the most hallowed sites in American music. Fingerpick your way through 2.5 million rare original recordings, vintage instruments, photos and more at the Country Music Hall of Fame. Then, visit the world-famous RCA Studio B, and tour Nashville's oldest (and most successful) recording studio.

Grand Ole Opry Country Music Show is a spectacular live performance showcase that features today's country music stars, superstars, and rising stars all on one stage, every week in Music City! From the radio show that made country music famous in 1925, to the cultural landmark and global music phenomenon it is today, the Opry is the biggest stage in country music and a must-experience for any music fan. Put on your cowboy hats and snap up your Standard Admission ticket to the world-famous show, which has been bringing country music and its fans together for 100 years!

Explore the Hermitage at your own pace. Walk through the historic grounds and gardens. Begin your visit wherever you like. Watch the introductory film, explore the exhibits, walk the trails and gardens, or head straight to the mansion. The modern exhibit explains Andrew Jackson’s life, from his early years to his time as president, using clear visuals and interactive displays. It highlights three key stages of his life: his childhood, his role as a general, and his presidency.

Adelicia and Joseph Acklen designed Belmont Mansion as their home and as a statement of their political and social aspirations. Here they entertained visitors and raised a family on an estate built by enslaved African Americans and European servants. The construction of Belmont Mansion began in 1849 with a major addition by noted architect Adolphus Heiman in 1859, this is one of the 19th-century south's largest domestic structures. Today, research guides the work of craftsmen who are preserving and restoring the house. Adelicia and Joseph Acklen were as interested in the art they filled their home with as they were the design of the house. Today a significant percentage of original furniture, paintings, statues, and other pieces of art are located throughout the house for visitors to see. All you need's a ticket.

Get up close to where country music stars and legends make history every week, live on the Opry. Explore our American country roots and let us show you around the house with a guided backstage tour. Kick things off with Garth Brooks and Trisha Yearwood in our immersive theater experience, then hang out backstage, get insider stories, see where the show is broadcast on Circle TV and WSM Radio, and so much more! Walk in the footsteps of counry music's superstars and get an exclusive look at what happens behind the scenes of the show that made country music famous wiht a 50 minute backstage tour of the Grand Ole Opry House.

Explore the dream-stained streets of _Music City_ with a healthy helping of _transportainment_ on the Nashville Old Town Trolley. A highly knowledgeable and funny guide will give you a southerner's take on over 100 fascinating points of interest across the city. See over 100 fascinating points of interest across the city where you can hop on and hop off at 13 stops. You'll get the inside scoop on the city's best-kept secrets, with some insightful commentary from a local Tennessee guide on the Nashville Old Town Trolley Tour. Pass by Nashville's most famous music halls like Grand Ole Opry and Ryman Auditorium, and take some notes on where to visit for some evening entertainment! You're in _Music City_, after all! Other prominent highlights along the way include the Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum, the Bicentennial Capitol Mall, and the Parthenon, a full-scale replica of the Greek monument.

Join the Battle at Belle Meade tour to understand how the Harding-Jackson family and the enslaved lived during the American Civil War. Walk through the property and stop at key locations where soldiers fought at Belle Meade. Learn about the US Colored Troops, the Army of the Cumberland, and the Army of Tennessee and how they fought at the Battle of Nashville. Discover the impact of this battle on the American Civil War.

Immerse yourself in music’s most iconic stage and the former home of the Grand Ole Opry. This Nashville landmark is hallowed ground for creative souls of all kinds and you'll learn all about why on the Ryman Auditorium Self-Guided Tour. "The Mother Church of Country Music" is where artists, dreamers, fans, and curious visitors tap into the magic that has powered Nashville’s cultural engine for 130 years – and shows no signs of slowing down.

The renowned Willie Nelson and Friends Museum hosts one of the globe's most extensive collections of personal mementos from Willie and his illustrious circle of friends. Music enthusiasts from every corner of the planet have journeyed to this unique landmark, returning repeatedly to enjoy the history of music. Blessed with their Nashville heritage, the museum's gatekeepers, the seasoned duo Jeanie and Frank Oakley, harbor a wealth of stories and insider knowledge.

Step right up, and let the Grand Ole Opry Country Music Show sweep you off your feet with its electrifying lineup of today's, tomorrow's, and yesteryear's country music sensations! All under the roof of the iconic Music City venue that's been the beating heart of country music since 1925. So dust off those cowboy hats and get ready to be part of a century-old tradition that's as vibrant today as it was when the first notes echoed off the Opry's hallowed walls.

Taste local dishes in Nashville as part of this guided tour. You will visit eateries offering iconic barbecue, hot chicken, and refreshing cocktails, as well as unique interpretations of classic flavors. The tour also includes a local dessert. While traveling in a comfortable tour van, view notable locations across the city, such as the Capitol building, Bicentennial Mall, and East Nashville's Five Points. Other landmarks seen include the Sounds stadium, Germantown neighborhood, Cumberland River, and Nissan Stadium.

Join a guided walking tour through the historic district of downtown Nashville. Walk along the riverfront and adjacent streets while trying samples of barbecue, traditional meat-and-three dishes, classic desserts, and a local cocktail. The tour also includes live music performances and views of landmarks like the Ryman Auditorium, Hatch Show Print, and the Country Music Hall of Fame. Additionally, learn about significant historical events and figures related to the area.

Participate in a guided walk around Nashville and visit historic bars while learning about the city's history. Taste locally crafted drinks at three notable locations, including a distillery known for its role in shaping the area's beverage culture. Listen to stories about Nashville's past shared by your guide, and enjoy a treat from a local chocolatier during the walk.

If you don't have long to spend in Nashville, but need to see the highlights, get your cowboy boots on and take this must-do tour. The Nashville City Tour was specifically designed to showcase Nashville’s top features in just one hour! Board an open-air, double-decker bus and get set for adventure. You'll see Historic Lower Broadway, 2nd Ave/Market St, Nissan Stadium, Country Music Hall of Fame, Printers Alley, Ryman Auditorium, Bicentennial Park & Farmers Market and more!

Meet the _poster boys_ of Nashville's music scene, and get a first-hand look at the rare craft of letterpress printing, with a guided tour of Hatch Show Print, one of the oldest working letterpress print shops in America. You can even try your hand at printing your own letterpress poster.

Join a 2-hour walking tour of Nashville focused on donuts. Enjoy a mix of glazed and cream-filled donuts among others. Walk around the city and visit four donut shops. Learn about the history of donuts in the city from a knowledgeable local guide. Try hand-picked samples from locations such as Parlor Doughnuts, Rise Southern Biscuits & Righteous Chicken, and Donut Distillery.

Join the "Journey to Jubilee" tour and explore the history of slavery, emancipation, and contracted labor at the Belle Meade plantation. As you walk through the grounds, you'll learn about the thoroughbred horse racing industry and the skilled workers who were there. Discover the realities of slavery from the plantation's start in 1807 to the 13th Amendment in 1865. You'll hear stories of men, women, and children who lived and survived here, showing their resilience. This tour reveals over a century of history, honoring those whose stories have been overlooked or forgotten.

Explore Nashville with this self-guided walking tour and discover the history of country music legends like Johnny Cash and Dolly Parton as you walk through the city. Visit the Country Music Hall of Fame, see one of the original homes of the Grand Ole Opry, and experience the famous Honky Tonk Highway. Learn how Nashville became a musical hotspot along the way.

Visit the Hard Rock Cafe Nashville in Music City! With a mouthwatering menu and banging tunes, this iconic restaurant sits proudly atop the pantheon of Nashville's music and food scene. Wrap your chops around legendary burgers, superb sandwiches, epic sides, and melt-in-the-mouth desserts. Choose between a two- or three-course meal and enjoy a cold soft drink in a vibrant atmosphere. Don't forget to stick around for live music performances with the best up-and-coming Nashville talent, surrounded by memorabilia from some of the music industry's biggest acts.

Music legends, scoundrels, courageous movements, and visionaries all make Nashville what it is today. With Joe Nashville leading the tour, you will experience the Nashville downtown of today while walking through the incredible history that's as alive and kicking as ever. On this 1.5-hour walking tour, you'll dive into historic duels, churches, architecture, music, political scandal, civil disobedience, civil rights, and the visionaries that propelled Nashville to the city we all know and love, By the end of this tour, it'll be easy to see why Nashville was named one of the “top cities to visit in 2021” by TripAdvisor. This narrated walking tour stops at an array of Nashville staples and local favorites including: The War Memorial Building, Printer’s Alley, Lower Broadway Honkey-Tonks, The Ryman Auditorium, as well as many notable murals along the way.

Buckle up for Nashville’s best city tour in a comfortable, enclosed, and air-conditioned 14-passenger bus. Tennessee native Joe Nashville will take you on a fun-filled, fact-packed 1.5-hour spin through Nashville to show you the best-known and *unknown* sights. The tour covers the history, music, trials, characters, and current vibe of the city, all of which make it a favorite for folks from all around the globe. See Lower Broad, Nissan Stadium, Musician’s Hall of Fame, The State Capital, Music Row, Printer’s Alley, Music Circle and many more places of note in Music City.

Spend a couple hours at Travellers Rest and explore the stories of this colonial era home, built in 1799, that belonged to Judge John Overton. Your ticket includes a one-hour guided tour of the home as well as access to two award winning exhibits.

More than any other city in the world, music is deeply rooted in the heart and soul of Nashville. Hop on Old Town Trolley for a musical journey that you won’t forget. Friendly guides will share insider stories and intriguing facts about everything from Nashville’s honkytonk, rhythm & blues, and rock heritage to the many people, places and events that carved out Nashville’s iconic reputation as Music City U.S.A. Experience Nashville After Dark! It’s an evening filled with music, history, fun and a close-up view of some of the most legendary spots in Nashville, including Music Row, The Ryman Auditorium, Elliston Place’s “Rock Block”, and the Rhythm & Blues heritage of Historic Jefferson Street in North Nashville, to name a few. On this approximately 1.5-hour tour, you’ll enjoy the breathtaking beauty of Nashville at night while touring historic neighborhoods, each with a connection to a distinct musical genre.

On the morning of 1 December 1864, the small town of Franklin (population: 750) woke up to 9,500 casualties resulting from the clash of Union and Confederate forces. Some of the bloodiest hours in the Civil War took place here, and during this tour you'll have the chance to visit key sites in the battle, including 19th-century homes, the Carter House and Lotz House. During your day-long trip, you'll also be given the chance to explore Franklin. Take some time to enjoy the modern-day counterpart where you can eat, shop and view a few historic sites on your own. After lunch, you'll meet again and journey to Carnton. History abounds here and your guide will provide emotional tales that may shed some new light on the war.

Discover Nashville's finest attractions with this exclusive package – fast-track access to the Nashville Zoo, a behind-the-scenes tour of the legendary Grand Ole Opry, and entry to the Country Music Hall of Fame with an audio guide. **Nashville Zoo at Grassmere: Fast Track Ticket** See nearly 3,000 animals representing over 350 species at one of Tennessee's best family day trips, featuring daily talks and hands-on experiences like brushing a goat and petting a kangaroo. **Grand Ole Opry Backstage Tour** Get an exclusive backstage tour of the Grand Ole Opry House, where you can explore American country roots, hear insider stories, and see where the show is broadcast. **Country Music Hall of Fame: Entry Ticket + Audio Guide** Discover over 2.5 million exhibits and artifacts celebrating the history and evolution of country music at the Country Music Hall of Fame, with interactive experiences and live performances.

On the morning of 1 December 1864, the small town of Franklin (population: 750) woke up to 9,500 casualties resulting from the clash of Union and Confederate forces. Some of the bloodiest hours in the Civil War took place here, and during this tour you'll have the chance to visit key sites in the battle, including 19th-century homes, the Carter House and Lotz House. During your day-long trip, you'll also be given the chance to explore Franklin. Take some time to enjoy the modern-day counterpart where you can eat, shop and view a few historic sites on your own. After lunch, you'll meet again and journey to Carnton. History abounds here and your guide will provide emotional tales that may shed some new light on the war.

Discover Nashville's finest attractions with this exclusive package – fast-track access to the Nashville Zoo, a behind-the-scenes tour of the legendary Grand Ole Opry, and entry to the Country Music Hall of Fame with an audio guide. **Nashville Zoo at Grassmere: Fast Track Ticket** See nearly 3,000 animals representing over 350 species at one of Tennessee's best family day trips, featuring daily talks and hands-on experiences like brushing a goat and petting a kangaroo. **Grand Ole Opry Backstage Tour** Get an exclusive backstage tour of the Grand Ole Opry House, where you can explore American country roots, hear insider stories, and see where the show is broadcast. **Country Music Hall of Fame: Entry Ticket + Audio Guide** Discover over 2.5 million exhibits and artifacts celebrating the history and evolution of country music at the Country Music Hall of Fame, with interactive experiences and live performances.