Gaylord Opryland Resort
This is a resort like none other! Located on the banks of the Cumberland River, the Gaylord Opryland Resort
is near legendary Nashville attractions, and is practically legendary itself! Step into the Magnolia Lobby which was designed to resemble a grand Southern mansion with an impressive staircase and a Tiffany-style chandelier. The hotel features a glass atrium surrounded by 9 acres of indoor gardens, winding rivers and waterfalls. Stroll through the Garden Conservatory, resembling a Victorian garden complete with a 3.5-story waterfall and more than 8,000 tropical plants. Take a boat cruise along the scenic, indoor river and wind through the beautiful, 4.5-acre Delta Atrium. Take in the sights while guides share fun facts about the Resort and its gardens. In the evening check out the Water and Light show at the Delta Atrium.
Grand Ole Opry
Welcome to the true home of country music, The Grand Old Opry! Play it loose, make it fun, honor the music, and whatever happens onstage, roll with it. In that spirit, this show has not only witnessed country music’s biggest moments; it has been the catalyst. Johnny Cash met June Carter at the Opry, Bill Monroe and his band invented bluegrass on the Opry stage, and many unexpected guests, from Paul McCartney to Bill Murray to Pharrell Williams, have made the one-night-only shows truly unforgettable. The show attracts hundreds of thousands of visitors from around the world and millions of radio and internet listeners. Dedicated to honoring country music and its history, the Opry showcases a mix of famous singers and contemporary chart-toppers performing country, bluegrass, folk, gospel, and comedy performances and skits.
Opry Back Stage Tour
After you watch the show, see what it’s like behind the scenes! Walk in the footsteps of superstars and get an exclusive look at what happens on the other side of the curtain, right after the show ends! Visit the artist entrance where the artists and crew walked in for the show earlier that night. Have the chance to step on stage and into the famed wooden circle, just as the parade of artists had done a few minutes earlier. Get a glimpse into some of the Opry’s 18 uniquely themed dressing rooms. After taking in an Opry performance, hear the official words, “Welcome to the Family!”
Ryman Auditorium
The Ryman Auditorium, also called the “Mother Church of Country Music”, has had artists as diverse as Jon Bon Jovi and Patsy Cline perform on its legendary stage since 1892. With 130 years under its belt, it shows no signs of slowing down, with guest appearances by the biggest names in music.
Walking through the doors of this historic auditorium, one thing becomes clear right away: this isn’t just another nightly music venue, and it’s more than a daytime tourist stop. This place is hallowed ground. This is the exact spot where bluegrass was born, where Johnny Cash met June Carter, where souls were saved and a slice of history was nearly lost. It was right here that country music found an audience beyond its own back porch, and countless careers took off as deals were signed on scraps of paper backstage. This is a building where anything is possible: a soul can find redemption, a crumbling building can find salvation, and an unknown kid with a guitar can find his or her name in lights.
Country Music Hall of Fame
This is the world's largest popular music museum. Ever-changing exhibits feature the legends of country music from the past and today's hottest stars. The Country Music Hall of Fame
honors musicians representing all genres of music, and includes the studio players as well as the famous stars. From Hank Williams, Sr. to the Red Hot Chili Peppers, and from Motown to Southern Rock, there is truly something of interest for everyone.
RCA Studio B
Discover the legends of Music Row with a visit to RCA Studio B, Nashville’s only studio tour. Historic RCA Studio B brought more than 35,000 songs to life, including more than 1,000 American hits, 40 million singles, and over 200 Elvis Presley recordings – more than any other studio by far! Stand right where Elvis, Roy Orbison, Dolly Parton, Chet Atkins, The Everly Brothers, and many more recorded their classic hits.
Opry Mills
Find the season's most wanted styles at Nashville's only outlet shopping destination. This beautiful indoor mall boasts 200 + stores. Enjoy the Opry Mills® experience with retailers ranging from jewelry to women’s apparel to sporting goods. They have full-service dining options, including Aquarium Restaurant, Rainforest Cafe, Chuy’s Mexican Food, and Bavarian Bierhaus as well as quick and fast options, such as Johnny Rockets, Subway and Panda Express. To top it off, Opry Mills® offers entertainment options with The Escape Game, Dave & Buster’s and Madame Tussauds Nashville, the world's most famous wax museum attraction. Opry Mills is your Nashville destination to shop, dine and play!
Johnny Cash Museum
Forbes recently released a list of the Top 5 “Must-See” Nashville destinations and put The Johnny Cash Museum
in the number one slot. One can never predict who will be seen at the museum, since in addition to celebrities, Cash family members and band members are often inside. Many historical documents, letters, awards, costumes and instruments are combined in a three-dimensional journey through the life of Johnny Cash, with interactive technology provided by the Nashville-based Griffin Technologies. The collection features the earliest known Johnny Cash letters and documents as well as the handwritten manuscript for the last song written by the prolific songwriter, just days before his passing. Visitors are also provided a look at Cash’s private life, including his childhood, early adulthood and his service in the United States Air Force.
Patsy Cline Museum
Housed above the Johnny Cash Museum, The Patsy Cline Museum
celebrates the life of this legendary singer. Opened in 2013 by founder Bill Miller, the museum gives visitors a glimpse into the unconventional life and career of the late pop-country songstress. With just three studio albums to her credit, and two Number One country singles in her lifetime, Patsy Cline nevertheless left an indelible mark on Country Music. Tragically, the lives of Patsy and fellow Opry stars Hawkshaw Hawkins and Cowboy Copas were cut short when their plane crashed March 5th, 1963. She was only 30 years old, but, due in part to her pure pop-country voice and commanding presence, the legacy of Patsy Cline has endured, and has influenced and inspired generations of performers.
