Weekend Wild · United States
Nashville with kids
Known for music, family attractions, outdoor spaces, museums, and a growing collection of activities designed specifically for children.
Family activities
Adventure Science Center
Adventure Science Center makes big ideas memorable through hands-on discovery, immersive exhibits, and family-friendly learning.
Science Centers · All ages · Paid
Nashville Zoo at Grassmere
Nashville Zoo at Grassmere is a memorable animal day with engaging habitats and plenty to fascinate curious kids.
Zoos · All ages · Paid
Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum
Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum turns a family outing into a vivid encounter with art, history, ideas, or remarkable objects.
Museums · All ages · Paid
Grand Ole Opry
Grand Ole Opry creates a special shared memory through live performance, spectacle, and audience energy.
Shows · All ages · Paid
National Museum of African American Music
National Museum of African American Music turns a family outing into a vivid encounter with art, history, ideas, or remarkable objects.
Museums · All ages · Paid
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Cheekwood Estate & Gardens
Cheekwood Estate & Gardens pairs beautiful, changing scenery with space for children to explore at a gentler pace.
Gardens · All ages · Free or low-cost
Frist Art Museum
Frist Art Museum turns a family outing into a vivid encounter with art, history, ideas, or remarkable objects.
Museums · All ages · Paid
Andrew Jackson’s Hermitage
Andrew Jackson’s Hermitage makes local and national history tangible through a place families can explore together.
Historical Sites · All ages · Paid
Lane Motor Museum
Lane Motor Museum turns a family outing into a vivid encounter with art, history, ideas, or remarkable objects.
Museums · All ages · Paid
The Parthenon
The Parthenon turns a family outing into a vivid encounter with art, history, ideas, or remarkable objects.
Museums · All ages · Paid
Centennial Park
Centennial Park is a rewarding open-air break for play, picnics, views, and an easy family reset.
Parks & Trails · All ages · Free or low-cost
Shelby Bottoms Greenway and Nature Center
Shelby Bottoms Greenway and Nature Center gives families a memorable close-up encounter with the landscape and wildlife around the city.
Nature · All ages · Paid
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Radnor Lake State Natural Area
Radnor Lake State Natural Area gives families a memorable close-up encounter with the landscape and wildlife around the city.
Nature · All ages · Paid
Bicentennial Capitol Mall State Park
Bicentennial Capitol Mall State Park is a rewarding open-air break for play, picnics, views, and an easy family reset.
Parks & Trails · All ages · Free or low-cost
Musicians Corner
Musicians Corner creates a special shared memory through live performance, spectacle, and audience energy.
Shows · All ages · Paid
Nashville Children’s Theatre
Nashville Children’s Theatre creates a special shared memory through live performance, spectacle, and audience energy.
Shows · All ages · Paid
Puppet Truck by Nashville Public Library
Puppet Truck by Nashville Public Library creates a special shared memory through live performance, spectacle, and audience energy.
Shows · All ages · Paid
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The Escape Game Nashville
The Escape Game Nashville is a lively all-ages stop built around play, discovery, and easy shared fun.
Family Entertainment · All ages · Paid
SoundWaves at Gaylord Opryland
SoundWaves at Gaylord Opryland is a high-energy splash day with water play and attractions for multiple ages.
Water Parks · All ages · Paid
Adventure Park at Nashville
Adventure Park at Nashville adds an active, confidence-building challenge to the family itinerary.
Outdoor Adventure · All ages · Paid
Nashville Shores Lakeside Resort
Nashville Shores Lakeside Resort is a high-energy splash day with water play and attractions for multiple ages.
Water Parks · All ages · Paid
Belle Meade Historic Site
Belle Meade Historic Site makes local and national history tangible through a place families can explore together.
Historical Sites · All ages · Paid
Tennessee State Museum
Tennessee State Museum turns a family outing into a vivid encounter with art, history, ideas, or remarkable objects.
Museums · All ages · Paid
Fort Negley Park
Fort Negley Park makes local and national history tangible through a place families can explore together.
Historical Sites · All ages · Paid
Cumberland Park
Cumberland Park is an imaginative, high-value play stop where kids can climb, move, and take the lead.
Playgrounds · All ages · Free or low-cost
Nashville Public Library Children’s Department
Nashville Public Library Children’s Department is a reliable weather-proof stop with active, imaginative play for younger families.
Indoor Play Spaces · All ages · Paid
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Music City Walk of Fame Park
Music City Walk of Fame Park is an unmistakable city experience with the views, atmosphere, and photo moments families remember.
Landmarks · All ages · Free or low-cost
Nashville Farmers’ Market
Nashville Farmers’ Market is an easy family wander filled with local flavor, choice, and memorable treats.
Food & Markets · All ages · Paid
Arrington Vineyards Picnic Lawn
Arrington Vineyards Picnic Lawn is a rewarding open-air break for play, picnics, views, and an easy family reset.
Parks & Trails · All ages · Free or low-cost
Lucky Ladd Farms
Lucky Ladd Farms creates an up-close animal experience that feels personal and genuinely memorable.
Animal Encounters · All ages · Paid
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