7-Day Nashville Itinerary for a Family Friendly Trip

  1. Day 1: Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum
    15 mins (5.7 miles) from Nashville International Airport

    Explore the fascinating history of country music, including exhibits featuring legendary artists, memorabilia, and hands-on music experiences.

  2. Day 2: Adventure Science Center
    9 mins (2.5 miles) from Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum

    Get hands-on with interactive exhibits on space, technology, energy, and the human body. End the day with a movie in the planetarium.

  3. Day 3: Cheekwood Estate & Gardens
    25 mins (8.5 miles) from Adventure Science Center

    Explore a beautiful Georgian mansion, botanical gardens, and art exhibits. Children can play in the treehouse, grab a snack from the café, or participate in themed family activities.

  4. Day 4: Nashville Zoo at Grassmere
    22 mins (12.7 miles) from Cheekwood Estate & Gardens

    See over 3,000 animals from around the world and learn about animal conservation efforts. Feed lorikeets, watch animal shows, or ride a zipline.

  5. Day 5: Belle Meade Plantation
    20 mins (9.6 miles) from Nashville Zoo at Grassmere

    Explore the history of this 200-acre horse farm and its role in the Civil War. Take a guided tour through the mansion, horse stables, and winery.

  6. Day 6: Ryman Auditorium
    10 mins (3.2 miles) from Belle Meade Plantation

    Experience the Mother Church of Country Music and the stage that launched the careers of countless music legends. Take a self-guided tour or catch a show.

  7. Day 7: Johnny Cash Museum & Café
    4 mins (1 mile) from Ryman Auditorium

    Explore the life and legacy of Johnny Cash through interactive exhibits, artifacts and memorabilia. Listen to live music at the café and grab a bite to eat.

Time and Costs Estimates

  • Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum (2-3 hours, $25.95 per adult)
  • Adventure Science Center (3-4 hours, $19.95 per adult)
  • Cheekwood Estate & Gardens (2-3 hours, $22 per adult)
  • Nashville Zoo at Grassmere (3-4 hours, $19.99 per adult)
  • Belle Meade Plantation (2-3 hours, $24 per adult)
  • Ryman Auditorium (1-2 hours, $26.95 per adult)
  • Johnny Cash Museum & Café (1-2 hours, $23.95 per adult)

  • Total Estimated Costs: $163.79 per adult

Useful Tips

For more family-friendly fun, consider adding a visit to the Frist Art Museum, the Parthenon replica in Centennial Park, or the Nashville Children's Theater. If you have less time, prioritize the Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum, and skip the more niche attractions like Belle Meade Plantation. If you have more time, consider a day trip to Discovery Park of America in nearby Union City or a visit to the nearby Jack Daniel's Distillery.

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