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Before you go
Your trip to Nashville.
Illustrative images. The pictures in this guide are illustrations based on the real place, not photographs, and may differ from it.
Nashville – Tennessee Destination Nashville and Mammoth Cave Capital
How to get there
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Nashville International Airport (BNA) Nashville · 13 km
Approximate distances. Check flights and bus, train or boat schedules before you travel.
BNA airport is about 13 km from downtown, with buses and taxis. Interstates I‑40, I‑65 and I‑24 intersect in the city. The downtown area and Broadway are walkable; the Opry House is about 15 km away.
How many days
Two days for Broadway, the museums and a show at the Opry; three days to include the Parthenon and the neighborhoods at a relaxed pace.
When to go
From spring through fall there are shows every night; April, May, September and October tend to have the nicest weather. In June, the country music festival fills the city.
The seasons shown are the most usual ones; nature doesn't always follow the calendar.
Do you need a car?
In downtown, no: Broadway, the Ryman and the museum are close to each other. For the Opry House and Centennial Park, use a taxi, ride‑share app or car. In Tennessee, drive on the right.
Suggested itinerary
An order that works
Built with the places on this page. No rush: it's paced so you have time to see them.
One day in Nashville
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Morning
Country Music Hall of Fame
Start at the Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum, downtown.
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Afternoon
Ryman Auditorium
Take the Ryman Auditorium tour and walk along Lower Broadway.
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Evening
Grand Ole Opry
In the evening, watch a performance of the Grand Ole Opry at the Opry House.
2 days in Nashville
Day 1
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Morning
Country Music Hall of Fame
On the first day, visit the Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum.
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Afternoon
Ryman and Broadway
In the afternoon, see the Ryman Auditorium and the honky‑tonks of Lower Broadway.
Day 2
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Morning
Parthenon
On the second day, go to Centennial Park to see the Parthenon and the statue of Athena.
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Evening
Grand Ole Opry
Finish at the Opry House with the live program.
Check before you go. Opening hours and days change, and places may close for renovations, holidays or events. This itinerary is a suggestion from Cidade Turismo, not a commitment: plan yours by checking directly with each place you intend to visit.
Before you go
Frequently asked questions
What to do in Nashville?
Hear live music on Lower Broadway, see the Grand Ole Opry, visit the Ryman Auditorium, the Country Music Hall of Fame and the Parthenon.
Where to hear country music in Nashville?
At the honky‑tonks on Lower Broadway, at the Ryman Auditorium and at the Grand Ole Opry.
Do the Broadway bars charge admission?
Most do not charge an entry fee; musicians earn from tips. Minimum age for entry can vary from bar to bar.
How many days to stay in Nashville?
Two days for the main sights; three to see everything more leisurely.