Grand Ole Opry
#2 in Best Things To Do in Nashville
Price & Hours
Details
- 4.5Value
- 4.0Facilities
- 4.5Atmosphere
It was this radio show, which began broadcasting in the 1920s, that put Nashville on the map as the "Country Music Capital of the World." Although its venue has changed over the years, the Grand Ole Opry continues to host top country performers like Brad Paisley, Carrie Underwood and Keith Urban. And a trip to Nashville isn't complete without stopping by the Grand Ole Opry House for a tour to look back through the ages. Get a behind-the-scenes look one of three ways: with a daytime backstage tour, a post-show tour or a VIP tour. During a daytime tour, your guide will share stories of music legends who have walked the venue's hallowed halls, show you photos from the Opry's venerated history and possibly bring you on to the iconic stage. The Grand Ole Opry is also a featured stop on many of the city's best tours.
Recent visitors were very pleased with the tours, noting the guides were energetic and offered many fun facts about the institution.
The Grand Ole Opry is located northeast of downtown Nashville and tours are offered seven days a week, although availability depends on concert schedules. For more information and to purchase advance tickets, visit the Grand Ole Opry website. Admission for adults (ages 12 and older) for a daytime backstage tour costs $27, while children's (ages 4 to 11) admission costs $22. Post-show tours and VIP tours cost extra.
More Best Things To Do in Nashville


#1 Broadway
While many people come to Nashville to soak up the history of country music at the city's museums, others prefer enjoying the tunes in person. The best way to do that is to stop in to the many bars that line Broadway, downtown Nashville's main thoroughfare. Lower Broadway is nicknamed "Honky Tonk Highway" because of the numerous establishments that host live acts daily. What's more, there's no cover charge, so you can bar hop as you please.
While all the bars host live music acts, each venue has a distinct atmosphere that makes it stand out from other honky-tonks along Broadway. Some of the most popular bars include:
Explore More of Nashville
If you make a purchase from our site, we may earn a commission. This does not affect the quality or independence of our editorial content.
Recommended
The Best Travel Backpacks for 2020
Lyn MettlerNovember 25, 2019
30 Top Wellness Retreats
Kyle McCarthyNovember 21, 2019
30 Fun All-Inclusive Family Vacations
Holly JohnsonNovember 14, 2019
5 Ways Cruise Lines Are Becoming More Environmentally Friendly
Gwen PratesiNovember 12, 2019
11 Unique and Quirky Cruise Destinations
Christine SmithNovember 12, 2019
The 2020 Best Cruise Lines for Families
Nicola WoodNovember 12, 2019
The Top Pyramids in Mexico to Visit
Lyn MettlerOctober 28, 2019
30 Top Babymoon Destinations, Trips and Ideas
Gwen PratesiOctober 15, 2019