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As you might have guessed, there is a lot of music in the Music City. Everywhere you turn, an aspiring singer is performing his or her latest work or a classic country favorite. The performances are not limited to honky-tonks and music halls, though. Take a stroll down Second Avenue and you will see up-and-coming stars singing their lungs out from the front stoops of clothing stores, from the display windows of specialty shops and from the small stages constructed in the backs of restaurants. Music put Nashville on the map, and music is where we will start.

Music

Country Music is King in Nashville. If you hear a country song on the radio, it's virtually certain it was performed, recorded and mixed right here. You can hear your favorite songs and see your favorite artists perform virtually anywhere in Nashville, but there are a few tried and tested venues that stand out as the best.

The Ryman Auditorium was the first home of the Grand Ole Opry show. Today, the radio show has moved, but there is still something special about the Ryman. Originally a church, this building's most famous visitors were not pilgrims on a religious journey, but rather country singers like Roy Acuff, Hank Williams, Merle Haggard and Dolly Parton. Although the big name stars now perform in the new Grand Ole Opry House, you can still hear great live music at the Ryman nightly. Country, blues, pop and jazz musicians take the stage to honor the past and look to the future.

The Grand Ole Opry House is the venue for the biggest names in country music. On any given night you will find the likes of Leroy Parnell, Garth Brooks and the Dixie Chicks performing before a packed house. The Country Music Awards (CMAs), country music's version of the Grammies?, are presented from this stage each year.

The Bluebird Cafe has been the starting point for many of today's top names in country music. Aspiring stars from Nashville and beyond take to this stage, and with good reason, as record company executives frequent the establishment looking for the next big star. For the wannabe country sensation, playing at the Bluebird is almost as big a thrill as playing at the Grand Ole Opry. You will hear Nashville's best here, and you will be able to say you knew them when.

Fan Fair is the biggest and most popular country music festival in the United States. This five-day festival draws over one million visitors to the city each June. You will hear the very best and brightest in country music for one low ticket price.

Sports

For decades, the people of Nashville cried out for professional sports teams. Finally, the powers that be have heard their cries, and franchises of both the National Football League (NFL) and the National Hockey League (NHL) have been brought to the Music City.

The Tennessee Titans play home games in the newly constructed Adelphia Coliseum. After his team spending many unsuccessful years as the Houston Oilers, owner Bud Adams brought them to the Music City, and it didn't take long for the Titans to make their mark. Their first season as the Titans garnered them an AFC Championship and an appearance in the Super Bowl. The Coliseum is state of the art and is quickly becoming known as the NFLs loudest stadium, thanks to the legions of fans who have waited patiently for a professional football team. Go Titans!!!

Hockey fans will love the bone-crushing action of the Nashville Predators. Joining the NHL in 1998 as an expansion team, the Predators took to the ice and to the hearts of Nashville fans in a serious way. Their first two seasons were exceptional and the new Nashville Arena is a perfect home for the "Preds."

Museums

If music and sports are not for you, perhaps you will enjoy one of the city's many museums. From fine art to local history, there is a lot to see and learn in Nashville.

Cheekwood Museum features several galleries in one location. The mansion sits on 65 acres of beautifully landscaped property and houses a museum of fine art, a contemporary art gallery, gardens and more.

The Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum features over 3,000 exhibits, including the gold records (plaques commemorating million sellers) and stage costumes of the early country stars. You'll learn about the origins of country music, what made it so popular and how it maintains its fierce following today.

In 1835, President Andrew Jackson built the beautiful Hermitage for his beloved wife; the home is now a popular site for visitors to the Music City. Everything has been perfectly preserved and restored to its original state. You will see what life was like in the early 19th century as you roam the halls of the immense home. Stroll through the tulip gardens, which were planted for the former first lady, and honor the memory of the late president as you pass the memorial to him and his wife.

Outdoor Recreation

The natural beauty of the Tennessee hillsides is the area's greatest resource, and you can enjoy it via one of the many state parks in or around Nashville. If you enjoy hiking, biking, swimming or boating, you owe it to yourself and your family to stop by one of these magnificent facilities.

Built to commemorate Nashville's Bicentennial, State Park Mall features a replica of the Parthenon and a statue of the Goddess Athena. If you can pull yourself away from the beauty of these two structures, you will find a number of walking trails and picnic areas.

Constructed in honor of the early Tennessee pioneer, Davy Crockett State Park was built near the neighboring community of Lawrenceburg. Enjoy a day on the lake, fly a kite, eat a picnic lunch or just relax in the sun while the sounds and sights of nature lull you to sleep.

At the Warner Parks Nature Center, you will have a chance to experience the ecological diversity of Tennessee first hand. Take a hike on the more than 10 miles of trails, listen to lectures on environmental concerns and conservation, or take part in a guided tour of the wildlife preserve. Protecting the environment is the focus here, but this is also a top-notch outdoors facility meant to be enjoyed by you and your family.

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Bluebird Cafe

Initimate setting, live music

4104 Hillsboro Road
Nashville, TN 37215
United States
+1 615 383 1461
http://www.bluebirdcafe.com/

Ever hear of Garth Brooks? That's right, his first performance was at the Bluebird. And it is this mystique that calls young singers and songwriters looking for their chance at stardom. Monday nights are open-mike, so take your chances with the unknown acts. This is a haven for the struggling artist and the established country star, making it a Nashville tradition for both locals and tourists.

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CMA Music Festival

World's Biggest Country Music Fan Festival The Coliseum
Nashville, TN 37203
United States
+1 800 262 3378 / +1 615 770 2041
http://www.cmafest.com Each June, 20,000 pilgrims travel to the Music City to worship their country music idols. Fans literally rub shoulders with stars during a whirlwind of events. Big names like Alan Jackson, Vince Gil, and Trisha Yearwood always show up. Tickets go on sale in February. Packages start at USD 260 per person for four nights (double occupancy), which includes breakfast, tickets to evening shows, Riverfront concerts and autograph sessions. Tickets to individual events are also available.

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Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum

The memories of Music City 222 Fifth Avenue South
Nashville, TN 37203
United States
+1 615 416 2001
http://www.countrymusichalloff... Discover the stories behind the music as you view over 3,000 stage costumes, original song manuscripts and musical instruments. Many of the personal items of music legends are on display including Elvis' solid gold Cadillac. Admission includes a visit to the historical RCA Studio B and the Music Row walking tour. Allow at least two hours for exhibits and the tour. Admission: $16.95 adults, $8.95 children ages 6-17, free under age 5. Group rates available.

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Grand Ole Opry

The world's oldest radio show 2802 Opryland Drive
Grand Ole Opry House
Nashville, TN 37214
United States
+1 615 871 6779 / +1 615 8715043 (Tickets) / +1 800 733 6779 (Toll Free)
http://www.opry.com/ For more than 75 years, the best of country music has been broadcast live on the Opry stage of every Friday and Saturday night. Come see and hear true legends. Stars like Vince Gil, Alison Kraus, Garth Brooks, and Porter Waggoner grace the stage each week. All tickets are for reserved seats and can be purchased in advance. Availability is excellent during the winter months.

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Grand Ole Opry House

Home of the Grand Ole Opry 2802 Opryland Drive
Nashville, TN 37214
United States
+1 615 871 6779 / +1 800 733 6779 (Toll Free)
http://www.opry.com/ When the world famous Ryman Auditorium closed its doors to country music performances, a section of the stage was removed and installed here at the new home of the Grand Ole Opry. Country music artists, past and present, consider performing on this stage the highest of honors. It is host to The Country Music Association Awards Show, various concerts, conventions and business conferences. The 45,000 square foot building seats 4,400 people.

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Hermitage, Home of President Andrew Jackson,

The home built with love 4580 Rachel's Lane
Hermitage
Nashville, TN 37076
United States
+1 615 889 2941
http://www.thehermitage.com/ Glimpse back to antebellum America and the life of the seventh president, Andrew Jackson, by visiting the home he built in 1835. This classic Greek Revival mansion retains original architecture and furnishings. You will view a biographical film and museum exhibits then tour the mansion and grounds, including original 1804 slave cabins, Jackson's tomb, Tulip Grove mansion, Old Hermitage Church, and confederate cemetery. Restaurant and gift shop are also on site. Admission: USD10 adults, USD9 seniors and ages 18-13, USD5 ages 12-6, free under age 6. Group rates available. Limited handicapped accessibility.

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Ryman Auditorium

The mother church of country music 116 5th Avenue North
Nashville, TN 37219
United States
+1 615 458 8700 / +1 615 889 3060 (Tickets)
http://www.ryman.com/ Built in 1881, this structure is famous for superb acoustics. Stars like Enrico Caruso and Charlie Chaplin graced its stage in the early 20th century. Home to the "Grand Ole Opry" radio show for 31 years, it became known as 'the mother church of country music'. By day, you can view displays that depict its rich history. In the evening, enjoy live bluegrass, jazz, classical, country, and gospel performances. Prices for performances vary.

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Warner Parks Nature Center

Nature Walk and Educational Center 7311 Highway 100
Edwin Warner Park
Nashville, TN 37221
United States
+1 615 352 6299 Ecologically diverse, scenically pleasing and rich in natural history, the land surrounding the city of Nashville has a lot to offer those who love the outdoors. Nowhere is that more evident than at this Nature Center. Take a hike on over 10 miles of trails, listen to lectures on environmental concerns and conservation, or take part in a guided tour of the wildlife preserve. The Center focuses on protecting the environment and the animals that depend on it. The hard work of the concerned staff here has resulted in a top-notch outdoor facility you and your family will enjoy.

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