Nashville, the second most populous city, is also the capital of Tennessee. The city boasts of being a commercial capital: besides having many industries, its most important accomplishment is that it is dubbed as ‘Music City’.
The music festival
To many visitors being at Music City is the most important reason to visit Nashville, especially during the four days of the annual June CMA Music Festival. During the festival so many big name country stars are available at one place to put on daily shows. They also have fan celebrations, sign autographs, participate in sports competitions such as the Annual City of Hope Celebrity Softball Challenge, and provide lots of fun for the whole family.
Starting this June, daily concerts at Riverfront Park or in the Music City Zone (the Public Square will have a stage to feature the music) will be FREE, adding to the excitement that is generated during this unique CMA experience.
The 4,400 seat Grand Ole Opry is known as the longest running radio show and provides a stage for the best in country and bluegrass music. Opryland USA does the same. The Ryman Auditorium is another showcase for music acts and country music award shows.
You can browse for hours at the Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum which has collections going back two centuries to tell the whole story of country music.
Varieties of music
If you prefer music of a different kind, the Nashville Symphony offers pops, classical, cabaret, choral concerts, jazz, etc.
Others
If you want to do something other than sightseeing, you can travel only six miles west to the Belle Meade Plantation with its 1853 Victorian Mansion, 1890 Carriage House and Stable, and a 1790 Log Cabin.
The Nashville Zoo property was donated by two sisters and with its expansions it will become one of the largest zoos in the country with many animals and exhibits to observe.
For a delightful food experience, the Provence Breads and Cafe inside the main library gives you French influenced culinary fanciful pastries, breads, and more.
Nashville and itinerary
A place for legendary music and rising stars, historic landmarks, and pristine natural landscape just waiting to be explored, Nashville is an unforgettable city to visit for a week or a weekend. But, with vacation budgets being tightened this summer, can you really experience all this city has to offer without breaking the bank? Yes! With many affordable Nashville Hotels most popular places to stretch your dollar, making the most of Music City on a budget is not only do able, it’s also easy. Below are just a few suggestions to help you start building your itinerary:
Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum: Although country music’s roots are humble, this one of a kind museum is a grand experience. Located on the west bank of the Cumberland River, near Ryman Auditorium and Lower Broadway’s legendary honky tonks, the Country Music Hall of Fame highlights the history of country music through artifacts, photos, original recordings, video, films and interactive exhibits. In addition, there’s a Hall of Fame Rotunda, a rotating roster of special exhibits, the historic RCA Studio B, live performances and more. Depending on the ticket package you choose, admission is $22-$30 for adults and $15-$22 for youths.
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