Nashville: Music City Itinerary

  1. Day 1: Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum
    10 minutes (5.2 miles) from downtown Nashville

    Discover the history of country music through exhibits, interactive displays, and listening booths.

  2. Day 2: Johnny Cash Museum
    5 minutes (0.3 miles) from Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum

    A museum dedicated to the life and career of the legendary musician, Johnny Cash.

  3. Day 3: Ryman Auditorium
    6 minutes (0.7 miles) from Johnny Cash Museum

    Known as the Mother Church of Country Music, this historic venue has hosted countless legendary performances since 1892.

  4. Day 4: Belle Meade Plantation
    20 minutes (10.6 miles) from Ryman Auditorium

    Explore the history of Tennessee's horse racing, civil war, and the extravagant lifestyle of the Belle Meade plantation owners.

  5. Day 5: Parthenon and Centennial Park
    11 minutes (5.3 miles) from Belle Meade Plantation

    Experience a full-scale replica of Athens' Parthenon and award-winning 132-acre urban park.

  6. Day 6: Jack Daniel's Distillery
    75 minutes (65.5 miles) from Centennial Park

    Visit one of the most iconic whiskey distilleries, learning the history of Jack Daniel and his famous whiskey since its establishment in 1866.

  7. Day 7: Grand Ole Opry
    48 minutes (18.1 miles) from Jack Daniel's Distillery

    The legendary country music show has become a cultural institution since its founding in 1925, inviting up-and-coming musicians and superstars alike.

Time and Costs Estimates

  • Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum (2 hours, $25)
  • Johnny Cash Museum (1 hour, $23)
  • Ryman Auditorium (1 hour, $25)
  • Belle Meade Plantation (2-3 hours, $24)
  • Parthenon and Centennial Park (2-3 hours, Free)
  • Jack Daniel's Distillery (2-3 hours, Free)
  • Grand Ole Opry (2-3 hours, $50)
  • Total Estimated Costs: $147-$173

Useful Tips

If you have more time, check out the nearby Cheekwood Estate and Gardens or the Frist Art Museum. To save time, you can skip the Jack Daniel's Distillery or replace it with a shorter visit to the nearby Arrington Vineyards.

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