A Huffington Post Travel Guide To Family Vacations In Nashville-Davidson
Family vacations in Nashville-Davidson can be rewarding experiences or absolute disasters -- it all depends on pretrip homework. To make planning easier, we've done all the preparation.As part of a Huffington Post Travel serieson traveling with children, here are recommended attractions for those planning Nashville-Davidson family vacations.
Nashville Shores Water Park
Address:4001 Bell Road, Hermitage, TN 37076
Phone:615-889-7050
Hours:Open weekends only in late May, daily during the summer and weekends only from late August to mid-September. Open 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Monday through Saturday and 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. Sunday.Check the park's official website for more details.
Price:General admission for those 48 inches tall and taller, $29.99; juniors under 48 inches, seniors 62 and older and military (with valid ID), $24.99.
Adventure Science Center
Address:800 Fort Negley Blvd., Nashville, TN 37203
Phone:615-862-5160
Hours:Open 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Saturday and 12:30 to 5:30 p.m. Sunday; closed Thanksgiving and Christmas.
Price:Under age 2, free; ages 2 to 12 years, $8; adults and teens, $10.
Frist Center for the Visual Arts
Frist Center for the Visual Arts
Address:919 Broadway, Nashville, TN 37203-3822
Phone:866-244-3341
Hours:Open 10 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Monday through Wednesday, 10 a.m. to 9 p.m. Thursday and Friday, 10 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Saturday and 1 to 5:30 p.m. Sunday.
Price:Kids 18 and under, free; adults, $10.
The Grand Ole Opry
The Grand Ole Opryis the longest-running radio show in America and where many country music stars got their start. Kids will identify with stars such as Carrie Underwood and Kellie Pickler -- two of the many artists who perform live shows in the entertainment complex. Take a tour and see a live show to maximize your experience with the family.
Address:2802 Opryland Drive, Nashville, TN 37214
Phone:615-871-OPRY
Hours:The dates and hours are specific to show and tour times, so it's best to plan ahead and call for more information.
Price:Ticket prices depend on the event.
Willie Nelson and Friends Museum & General Store
The Willie Nelson and Friends Museum & General Store
Address:2613 McGavock Pike, Nashville, TN 37214
Phone:615-885-1515
Hours:Open 8:30 a.m. to 9 p.m. Monday through Saturday and 8:30 a.m. to 8 p.m. Sunday.
Price:Entrance to the museum is free.
Nashville Zoo at Grassmere
The Nashville Zoo at Grassmere
Address:3777 Nolensville Pike, Nashville, TN 37211-3324
Phone:615-833-1534
Hours:Open 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. mid-March through mid-October and 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. mid-October through mid-March. It's not open Thanksgiving, Christmas or New Year's Day.
Price:Under 2, free; children 2 to 12 years, $9; seniors, $12; adults and teens, $14.
The General Jackson Showboat
The General Jackson Showboatis a 300-foot ship with four decks that hosts numerous concerts and shows. There are multiple dining rooms on this ship, which has been designed to look like a 19th-century riverboat. This cruise is best for children age 5 and older, as all of the attractions may overwhelm babies and toddlers.
Address:2812 Opryland Drive, Nashville, TN 37214-1209
Phone:615-458-3900
Hours:See calendar for dates and times. Hours vary.
Price:Check the official website for ticket information and prices.
What's your favorite vacations spot in the Nashville-Davidson area?
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