If you are looking for something to do for an hour, this is totally worth it. This story behind the…read morewoman who owned this mansion was really neat to hear. They have a very unique staircase that is also worth checking out.

Belmont Mansion is one of the many historical sites located throughout Nashville. I would add this…read moretour after a visit to 12 South for lunch. They offer a guided tour but the introduction given by a guide is a good overview for half the cost. The docents we spoke with were all available to answer questions as we walked through the rooms. You need about 1 /2 hours to enjoy the mansion gift shop and the grounds. The college buildings and gardens surrounding the mansion are beautiful and a nice respite from downtown Nashville.

I'm giving the Frist five stars because I'm tempering my expectations. After visiting amazing art…read moremuseums in New York and other large cities, the Frist can seem underwhelming. But it's small, manageable, and routinely rotates exhibits, so if something isn't your style, eventually something will show up to tickle your fancy. I went to see the surrealism exhibit this time around. They also had an impressionist display, and also featured an artist who focused on light and shadow. So you can expect at least three different flavors of art when you visit. Staff are helpful and kind. Gift shop is a nice gift shop, especially for a museum this size. While some things are off topic, like jewelry and kids' toys, there are a lot of great art books here for a reasonable price. I bought a couple cool, quirky postcards to send to friends. Again, the art deco architecture is a high point. They also have a decent sized cafe, though you're near so many dining options, not sure that would do you justice. They have parking that you can validate for three dollars an hour up to three hours, but the lot was full when I went, so I had to park elsewhere for more dough. My single adult ticket was 20 bucks, which is five dollars more than when I visited a few years ago in 2021.

It wasn't exactly what I expected but I loved it! By that I mean that the Frist seems to be more…read moreabout showcasing rotating themed exhibits rather than having static galleries with the same pieces in permanent collection like a lot of other museums. Which is cool because every few months you can see an entirely new collection. When we were there we enjoyed an excellent exhibit called "In Her Place: Nashville Artists in the Twenty-First Century," comprised of a number of amazing women artists from the Nashville area. It was great seeing a collection of local art in the forefront and the pieces were moving, thought provoking, funny, and beautiful in a variety of different mediums. It's not always super local, (we had just missed the Paul McCartney photographs exhibit by a few days, which was more of a traveling showcase) but it's great to see them so committed to local artists to give them that visibility regularly. They also have a very cool kid's art-making space called "Martin ArtQuest" with tons of interactive play areas for children to exercise their creative juices that's free with admission to the museum. They also have sensory kits with noise-cancelling headphones, weighted blankets, and more available for anyone who gets a little over stimulated during their visit. Making museums accessible for a wide variety of kids and adults alike. They also have a cafe and gift shop with some really fun options! Perfect for spending a few hours when visiting Nashville!

Blown away by this museum. Kept both me and the kids entertained!! Love how interactive everything…read moreis & it is truly for all ages. The planetarium is definitely worth it ! I thought it would be a lil too much for the littles but they were SAT. They are constantly upgrading their exhibits so there's always a reason to come back and see more ! Parking was a breeze.

This place has lots of interesting kids interactive activities like playing with sound and musical…read moreinstruments, arts and crafts, Jurassic world, and planetarium. Second floor has the run around course. On the third floor there's a lot of science related things like human body, an open theater and cafeteria. A lot of the play areas are Blippi themed that a lot of the kids love. All the staff members we interacted with were friendly and helpful. The whole space was relatively clean and most the were functional. My family and I had an amazing experience!

Wow, the Nashville Parthenon is breathtaking. After paying the $15 admission fee. We immediately…read moreheaded to the Naos to see Athena. After admiring her beautiful statue, we walked through the galleries and treasury. I've been wanting to visit Nashville's Parthenon for years and it was everything I hoped it would be. Check out the website before visiting. It seems to be kept updated with closures, hours, and local events. Plus it contains a wealth of information regarding the exhibits with visitor guides and audio tours.

I enjoyed the history surrounding the Parthenon, and enjoyed reading all the information…read more Tickets were $15 per person. I felt like paying for the experience, there should have been more. I expected a lot more exhibits, there were a lot of empty spaces and although I thought the student artwork was fabulous there wasn't much else to look at beyond the Athena statue, it was beautiful. I think my favorite part of the visit was the massive doors in the room with Athena were closed and locked with a school locker sized masterlock, it was hilarious to me.

This is my favorite theater here in Nashville! They have so many unique movies as well as new and…read moreclassics. The midnight movies are always such a fun time! It's also great there is free parking included in your movie ticket. The only thing to note is that there is a small theater upstairs, so good to get those tickets early because they sell out so fast.

The Belcourt Theatre has something for every age and interest group! When I first moved to…read moreNashville, I did a lot of the midnight shows with friends. The midnight shows are definitely the thing to do in your 20s (or if you are a night owl) - the crowds are group, the selections are always fun - it is really an energy that cannot be beat. Now, I cannot imagine voluntarily staying up until like 2:00am but still enjoy going to so many movies! As a nonprofit theatre, it just feels good to go a show at the Belcourt - like you are truly supporting a Nashville institution. They also support local by having local companies provide some of the concession snacks! It is a double treat to be able to eat a HiFi cookie while watching a movie. And somehow the popcorn is just better. I also love that a lot of podcasts and other pop-ups choose the Belcourt for their events. It is always a good time at the Belcourt no matter what you are going to see!

This is a monster of a museum that really should be done among multiple visits. What made it easier…read morefor me was remembering what I learned within the Ken Burns Country Music series. I spend about 2 hours here and found that the audio handset option but a lot of "meat on the bone" in a place that can overwhelm you in exhibit detail. But even that overwhelms eventually. A Sampling of Things I Enjoyed: - Rotating Performer Spotlight (Clint Black and Lainey Wilson) - Chet Atkins guitars - Individual Instruments Used by Various Artists. - The Exhibits Featuring Session Artists. - The Leather-enhanced Nudie Cohen Pontiac Bonneville. - Elvis Presley's Solid Gold Cadillac - The Muscle Shoals exhibit. - Various videos, partially the popular culture ones. - John Prine's cherished 1942 Wurlitzer jukebox - Numerous Gold/Platinum Records on the Walls. - The Hatch Show Print Studio and Pop Up. - Individual Artist Exhibits (Bob Dylan, Johnny Cash, Eric Church, etc.) - The Rotunda: The Hall of Fame plaques honoring inductees.

An interesting place but I was a bit disappointed by most of it. I loved that they offered a decent…read moresection honoring Miss Dolly Parton! I really enjoyed that they had some old vehicles and old outfits was another also enjoyable. I felt a bit underwhelmed by the displays for artists. Some artists were seemingly granted much more appreciation than others and it seemed a bit backwards. For example, Lainey Wilson had a huge case, significantly larger than several other incredibly accomplished country musicians, and I just didn't understand that at all. Honestly, a $30 ticket was quite reasonable for a museum, especially for how large of a staple this museum is supposed to be. I think I would've been upset if it was more $, so luckily it wasn't. I wouldn't come back again though.

The Grand Ole Opry is the iconic venue that you really have to see if you're in Nashville. A…read moreperhaps lesser example is First Avenue/7th Street Annex in Minneapolis. It also doesn't hurt to have seen the Ken Burns Country Music production to add a bit of history and context to this place and Ryman. Auditorium. It's a decent Taxi/Uber ride out here (and back), with drop off and finding one to go back pretty easy. There are snacks and a gift shop here, but if you want to make it a dinner and a show, there are places nearby. Gayle and I, along with Erin and Jim attended the April 30 performance of Opry Country Classics. The Larry Gatlin (and Brothers) were the MCs, with the Opry band handling the backup music, and Charlie Mattos doing the folksy "Play by Play", all live on WSM (We Shield Millions) Radio. Performers were Janie Fricke, Hanna Dasher, Moe Bandy, and Daily and Vincent as the featured artist. It was a great show! We had a nice 4 seat pew near the front, the sight lines (direct and via screens) were clear, and the sound quality/mix was excellent. Daily and Vincent (with the guest banjo player) were fantastic and I've already preordered their next album. The only minor irritation was Hanna Dasher shamelessly promoting her cook book (Stand by Your Pan), but even that added to the high quality entertainment value of this show. I'd love to experience this again.

It's no Ryman, but I understand the dollar signs that built the new(er) Opry building. Lots of…read morephoto ops around the entrance. Can accommodate lots of country music fans (and tourists); and at least the truly grand old Ryman continues to host many wonderful shows. Warning for those staying at the Gaylord and walking over to the Opry for a show. You'll already have walked A LOT inside the Gaylord, and it's a good ways from there on the path to the Opry. We had one of the rooms closest to the Opry side Gaylord exit and it was still a solid mile walk each way. If that's a bit far for you, and you're thinking you'll just take a break mid walk, there is no resting point, not a single bench, between the hotel and opry. We'll certainly see how convenient ride share is for our next Opry concert. The benches (not seats) at least are cushioned, so they emulate the church pews of the Ryman, with a touch more comfort. Signs show the venue getting a little worn. For example, there was no running water in any of the sinks in the men's room. We'll be back. How can you not.

I think the biggest question for potential visitors who are planning their visit by scouring these…read morereviews is this. What causes online ratings to be so incredibly high for this museum? On every crowd-sourced platform, nearly every reviewer gives the museum a five-star rating. I think there are several factors at play as I left realizing I, too, would unequivocally bestow this experience five stars! First, it's the thoroughness of the story being told. The museum digs deep into the history of African American music, back to the negro spirituals, the ugly times of slavery, and gospel music of old. It takes you on a detailed journey all the way up to modern hip hop and R&B. Second, the museum is sprawling, sensory overload (in a good way) with tales of impactful musicians and their stories every which way you look through countless rooms! Videos and signage allow celebrities to tell their stories, discuss their influences, and comment on the enormous impact of black musicians. Third, it's an immersive experience. Patrons are encouraged to sing along to the music in one room, dance in another, download musical tracks onto their phones, and create beats from scratch. It's a fun and unique experience that is truly unlike most museums. And it's well worth your time!

Words can't express how much joy I got from this place. I was smiling from ear to ear…read more Came across this by chance and would do it all over again. Must try the rap battle booth!

Having volunteered at The Nashville Shakespeare Festival for roughly two years, I have to say that…read morethere is no better representation of Shakespeare to be found anywhere else. The staff and volunteers at Nashville Shakes are dedicated to making a person's experience the best they can possibly have, the actors put their hearts into every new rendition of Shakespeare, and the writing holds up through the ages even if the play is modernized. Funny and entertaining, the staff, actors, and volunteers deliver an amazing experience, and I would recommend volunteering there if you want to immerse yourself in Shakespeare and enjoy your work. Having worked there for two years as a volunteer, I can say that I will have great memories of my time there, and that it was a privilege to have worked alongside such kind and passionate people for so long. Hopefully there's more to come from such an excellent theater group. A truly excellent experience. Thank you NSF!

stumbled across after eating dinner at Avo- was able to stay for an hour and was amazed by the…read moreactors. But more amazed by the seating, you could come with a blanket or lawn chairs, it was a very intimate scenery.