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Performance venue · Nashville, Tennessee
Ryman Auditorium
Former brick temple from 1892 that was the Grand Ole Opry’s home for 31 years, with daytime visits and evening shows.
Illustrative images. The pictures in this guide are illustrations based on the real place, not photographs, and may differ from it.
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About Ryman Auditorium
The Ryman Auditorium was built in 1892 as the Union Gospel Tabernacle, a preaching venue initiated by riverboat merchant Thomas Ryman. With its excellent acoustics and curved wooden benches, it began hosting concerts and plays and later took the founder’s name.
From 1943 to 1974 it was the home of the Grand Ole Opry, and the biggest names in country music made their debuts and performed there. That is why it is called the Mother Church of Country Music.
The visit, guided or self‑guided, includes the auditorium, the stained‑glass windows and exhibits about the artists, and allows you to step onto the stage. In the evenings the Ryman hosts concerts of various genres.
Before you go
Practical information
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How much time to set aside
About one hour for the visit.
Best time
During the day for the tour; at night for a concert. On event days the tour schedule may be reduced—check before you go.
How to get there
It’s on 5th Avenue North, one block from Lower Broadway, in downtown Nashville.
Tip
On the tour, go up onto the stage: there are moments when you can take photos where artists used to perform.
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Get your questions answered
Frequently asked questions about Ryman Auditorium
Why is the Ryman Auditorium famous?
It was the home of the Grand Ole Opry from 1943 to 1974 and is called the mother church of country music.
Can you visit the Ryman Auditorium?
Yes, during the day, with a guided tour or on your own.
Where is the Ryman Auditorium?
On 5th Avenue North, one block from Lower Broadway.