Things to Do
510 Broadway, Nashville, TN 37203
NMAAM is the only museum dedicated to preserving and celebrating the many music genres created, influenced, and inspired by African Americans. The museum’s expertly-curated collections share the story of the American soundtrack by integrating history and interactive technology to bring the musical heroes of the past into the present.
222 Rep. John Lewis Way S, Nashville, TN 37203
The Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum, located in downtown Nashville, has been called the “Smithsonian of country music,” celebrated for its broad cultural impact, educational mission, and unrivaled collection of historically important artifacts related to country music.
Downtown Nashville
Downtown Nashville attracts millions from around the world each year. It's where visitors and residents, bankers and songwriters, sound engineers and chefs collide to make one happenin' neighborhood!
Visit NashvilleDowntown.com for a directory of dining, shopping, live music, and more to explore!
1000 Rosa L. Parks Blvd, Nashville, TN 37208
The mission of the Tennessee State Museum is to procure, preserve, exhibit, and interpret objects which relate to the social, political, economic, and cultural history of Tennessee and Tennesseans, and to provide access to educational and cultural programs and exhibitions for the people of the state.
800 Fort Negley Blvd, Nashville, TN 37203
Adventure Science Center is an independent, not-for-profit science and technology center dedicated to delivering innovative, dynamic learning experiences that open minds to the wonders of science and technology and foster a better understanding of ourselves and the world around us. Perched atop a hill with spectacular views of the city, our 44,000-square-foot space features more than 175 hands-on exhibits focused on biology, astronomy, physics, earth science, energy, weather, sound, and space and is home to state-of-the-art Sudekum Planetarium.
3777 Nolensville Pk, Nashville, TN 37211
Nashville Zoo is a progressive and dynamic zoological park located just 6 miles south of downtown Nashville. With just 90 of 188 acres developed, Nashville Zoo is the 9th largest zoo in the country by landmass. The Zoo is one of the top tourist attractions in the state and has been named the Best Regional Attraction and Best Day Trip by The Tennessean.
4001 Bell Rd, Hermitage, TN 37076
Nashville Shores Water Park features more than 1 million gallons of summer fun including 10 thrilling water slides, a wave pool, lazy river, pools, the Aqua Park on the lake, a beautiful beach, and more family-friendly attractions.
The Treetop Adventure Park is an aerial adventure course set in the beautiful woods of Nashville Shores featuring suspended bridges, 10 zip lines, cargo nets, ladders, Tarzan jumps and other thrilling elements.
433 Opry Mills Dr, Nashville, TN 37214
An indoor mall that boasts 200 + stores including; Polo Ralph Lauren, Sephora, Nike Factory Store, H&M, Forever 21, kate spade, Coach, Vera Bradley Outlet, Bass Pro Shops Outdoor World, and more. Enjoy the Opry Mills® experience with retailers ranging from jewelry to women’s apparel to sporting goods. Enjoy full-service dining options, including The Cheesecake Factory, 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, Great Big Game Show, Dave & Buster’s and Madame Tussauds Wax Museum...the world's most famous wax attraction. Opry Mills is your Nashville destination to shop, dine and play!
3125 US-231, Shelbyville, TN 37160
Book a tour of the Nearest Green Distillery! Uncle Nearest Premium Whiskey is inspired by the best whiskey-maker the world never knew, the first known African-American master distiller, Nathan “Nearest” Green. The Uncle Nearest brand, wholly owned by Uncle Nearest, Inc., an all minority-led business, encompasses a premium aged whiskey with a blend of 8- to 14- year old, an 11-year-old minimum age single barrel, and a 7-year-old small batch offering, all mellowed using the Lincoln County Process, a unique filtering of bourbon through sugar maple charcoal. This process has been confirmed to have been brought to Tennessee by enslaved people and taught by Nearest Green to the most famous Tennessee Whiskey maker of all time. Uncle Nearest is distilled, aged, bottled and hand-labeled in Tennessee.
Featuring a 518-foot long showpiece bar that wraps stunningly around an indoor stage, Humble Baron allows guests to enjoy elevated fare and creative cocktails while watching live music in a state-of-the-art entertainment venue. Humble Baron is a place where everyone has a seat at the table.