| Ryman AuditoriumTennessee State CapitolCountry Music Hall of Fame and MuseumAdventure Science Center (formerly Cumberland Science Museum)The Parthenon | ||
Tennessee Tourist Attraction
Add a little spice to your Tennessee vacation by checking into an array of fun things to do and decidedly different places to visit. Pay your respects to the greats of country music by paying a visit to the Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum. Soak up some American presidential history at The Hermitage, the family mansion of President Andrew Jackson. Experience speed slides and water fumes galore at Wavy Country. These Tennessee tourist attractions and activities are just the tip of the travel iceberg. Keep reading to discover more.
Ryman Auditorium
A 2,362-seat performance venue in Nashville, Tennessee, Ryman Auditorium is renowned as the historic home of the Grand Ole Opry, the Mecca for country music. In the past, the space was known as the Grand Old Opry House and the Union Gospel Tabernacle. All the great country singers have graced the stage of this venerable institution. Contemporary performers include Carrie Underwood, The Black Crowes, Holly Williams, and Chris Isaak. [top]
Tennessee State Capitol
The home of the Tennessee legislature and the governor’s office, the Tennessee State Capitol is located in Nashville. This National Historic Landmark is a great example of the style of architecture known as Greek Revival. Interestingly, it does not have a dome, making it one of 11 state capitols without that distinctive feature. [top]
Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum
A rollicking good time awaits you at the Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum in Nashville, Tennessee. Discover over 40,000 square feet of exhibit space. There is also live entertainment and a large museum shop. The main attraction is the two-story wall that’s adorned with every country record or album that went gold or platinum. [top]
Adventure Science Center (formerly Cumberland Science Museum)
Kids and adults alike with find a lot to like at Adventurer Science Center. Enjoy an array of compelling exhibits, such as Adventure Tower, Amazing Feats of Aging, Bodyquest, Space Chase, and Mission Possible. The planetarium features Skies Over Nashville, a live program where guests learn to locate and identify seasonal constellations, bright stars, and planets without a telescope. [top]
The Parthenon
Built in 1897 for the Tennessee Centennial Exposition, the Parthenon is a sight to see. At first glance you might think it’s the actual Parthenon in Athens, Greece. However, it’s just a full-size replica. Located in Nashville, Tennessee’s Centennial Park, the Parthenon is currently an art museum. In the summer, it’s used as a backdrop for Greek plays by local theatre groups. [top]
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