The 7 Best Museum Visits in Nashville

1.Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum Admission

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 1,918 reviews · 2 to 4 hours (approx.) · from $31Our pick

Walk through two floors tracing country music from folk roots to today’s hitmakers. See costumes, cars, instruments, gold records, films, and memorabilia tied to artists from Jimmie Rodgers to Taylor Swift. Allow two to four hours, and arrive early for a quieter visit.

“We purchased 7 self-guided tickets for our group of 7 ladies and it was one of the main highlights of our trip (first timers). We spent a leisurely 2 hours exploring, watching mini films and getting a full experience and appreciation of country music. The gift shop is fabulous and we purchased our favorite take away there. A+ and a must-see in Nashville! Also….we showed up at 9am when they opened to avoid crowds which was a great decision!”

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2.Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 945 reviews · 1 day · from $31

Spend a full day exploring the Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum at your own pace. See lyrics, instruments, costumes, gold records, films, listening stations, the Taylor Swift Education Center, American Currents, Hatch Show Print’s Haley Gallery, and the Hall of Fame Rotunda.

“Absolutely fabulous. People say expect to spend 2 hrs for the self guided tour but we could have spent half a day. So much to see and interact with and learn. Large place with lots of interesting history and exhibits. If you like country music both old and new this is a must see on any Nashville visit. Great value.”

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3.Musicians Hall of Fame and Museum Admission Ticket in Nashville

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 337 reviews · 1 to 3 hours (approx.) · from $28

Spend one to three hours at Nashville’s Musicians Hall of Fame and Museum, with admission to the interactive GRAMMY Museum Gallery. See instruments used on famous recordings, Jimi Hendrix’s original stage, studio equipment, and hands-on booths for singing, playing, producing, and DJing.

“This was such a great experience. So many different exhibits and memorabilia. very educational and entertaining.”

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4.Nashville Fun Pass: Johnny Cash Museum, City Trolley, RCA Studio

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 93 reviews · 1 to 2 days (approx.) · from $183

Spend one or two days exploring Nashville with admission to six major attractions, a narrated hop-on hop-off trolley, and a moonshine sample. You can choose RCA Studio B or Hatch Show Print, while Madame Tussauds requires a separate trip to Opry Mills.

“it was a nice way to get some direction and layout of the city. And we enjoyed the Studio B, Johnny Cash museum, Country Music Hall of Fame quite a bit”

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5.Legends of Country Music Museum Entry Ticket

★★★★★★★★★★3.2 · 12 reviews · 1 day · from $11Best value

Spend a day exploring Nashville's Legends of Country Music Museum, where Willie Nelson, Waylon Jennings, Dolly Parton, Patsy Cline, and more than 35 artists are represented through personal items and memorabilia. Entry includes every exhibit and access to a large souvenir shop.

“we like a lot of the things inside the store to buy and we like the car outside that was really cool and the museum was great”

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6.Music Pass: Entry to 6 Museums, Trolley Tour, Ole Smoky Tasting

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 5 reviews · 1 to 2 days (approx.) · from $242

Explore Nashville’s music story with admission to the Country Music Hall of Fame, Musicians Hall of Fame, Johnny Cash Museum, Ryman Auditorium, Madame Tussauds, and your choice of RCA Studio B or Hatch Show Print. You also get an Ole Smoky tasting and a one-day hop-on hop-off trolley pass.

“One giant misrepresentation. This tour is nearly impossible to complete in one day, especially a weekend. In the description, it says you can hop on and off the trolley, which leads you to believe that it might be included. Nope! So, lets add another $70 per person. Not to mention one museum is nowhere near the others. Was a total waste of money and a ridiculous hassle to deal with. Incredibly disappointed.”

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7.Private Walking Tour with Johnny Cash Museum Admission

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 5 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $235

Spend about three hours walking from Bicentennial Capitol Mall to Broadway with a private English-speaking guide. Hear Nashville stories, sample a local bite, stop for live music, browse Ernest Tubb Record Shop, and finish at the Johnny Cash Museum. Rick has earned praise for his humor and city know-how.

“Rick was great. He was super knowledgeable and fun to tour with. He was funny and knew how to give a great tour. We stopped to try hot chicken on the tour which was a great recommendation on his part. He also had great recommendations for food and activities outside of the tour. He was able to give a great history of both the state and the city of Nashville along with fun anecdotes. Highly recommend this tour to learn about the city and see some fun things along the way.”

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