Top 10 Things To Do, Activities and Attractions in Nashville

"The Parthenon, a full-scale replica of the Athenian original, can be found at Centennial Park. The historical monument was originally built for Tennessee’s 1897 Centennial Exposition. Today, The Parthenon serves as one of Nashville’s art museums featuring 63 paintings by 19th and 20th century American artists."

"The Parthenon is considered as a centerpiece in Nashville's Centennial Park. It's a 42ft tall full scale replica of the Greek Parthenon in Athens. It was built in 1897 for that year's Tennessee Exposition."

"The John Seigenthaler Pedestrian Bridge spans over the Cumberland River and connects Downtown Nashville to Nissan Stadium. It’s one of the longest pedestrian bridges in the world!. The bridge was restored in 1998 for pedestrian-use only, providing stunning views of the Downtown Nashville skyline and river."

"Completed in 1909, this steel-trussed bridge connects mellow East Nashville with the hustle and bustle of downtown. Runners, commuters, and sightseers alike can be found crisscrossing this skyline landmark at all hours of the day, often pausing to admire the picturesque Cumberland views."

"Known as the longest pedestrian bridge in the world, John Seigenthaler Pedestrian Bridge is a truss bridge that spans 960 meters over the Cumberland River. The bridge has four steel trusses and two reinforced concrete trusses. The 11-meter wide bridge has lanes for bicycles and seatings."

"Edwin and Percy Warner Parks, collectively known as “The Warner Parks,” are managed by the Metropolitan Board of Parks and Recreation of Nashville and Davidson County."

"With architecture modeled after a traditional Roman Basilica, the Cathedral of the Incarnation is the third Catholic cathedral constructed in Nashville. The primary architect for the building was Fred Asmus, and construction began in 1910 under the direction of Bishop Thomas Sebastian Byrne—Saint Martin’s on the Hill in Rome inspired the design. Construction of the building finished in 1914, and the church has since undergone two major renovations."

"Construction on the Cathedral of the Incarnation began in 1907 and was completed in 1914. With Italianate architecture, the church resembles a Roman basilica. Nashville architect Fred Asmus worked with Bishop Byrne to design the church, which is modeled after Saint Martin’s on the Hill, one of the most famous churches in Rome."

"The first was Holy Rosary Cathedral, which is now the site of the Tennessee State Capitol. The second was Saint Mary’s Cathedral, which is located downtown on the corner of 5th and Church Street. The third Catholic cathedral in Nashville, Cathedral of the Incarnation, was dedicated in 1914."

"Bells Bend Park offers a 2.3-mile loop trail, several old farm road trails, and two trailheads. Bells Bend Trail Maps are available at the Nature Center trailhead. Contact the Bells Bend Outdoor Center at 615-862-4187 for more information."

"September 21st - October 31st 8653 Rocky Fork Rd | (615) 220-2918. This adorable farm in Franklin has free parking and general admission. Enjoy assorted pumpkins, gourds, Indian corn, straw and other fall items!"

"Found about 25 miles from Nashville, this farm offers hay rides, a pumpkin patch and a large corn maze. It's known as one of the better choices and it's found at 8653 Rocky Fork Road in Smyrna."

"Rebar in Midtown is a fun place to camp out for several hours. If you go early, you can grab a big table and catch up with friends. They also have corn hole."

"Me and my family get takeout for Oscar’s on a regular basis. It is always quick and fresh!. My favorite is the chorizo burrito!"

"With 3,000 square feet of space, The Rymer Gallery is a contemporary fine art gallery located in Nashville’s art district, Fifth Avenue of the Arts. The gallery is dedicated to showcasing art in many different forms, including paintings, sculptures, and statues. In cooperation with The Nashville Art Crawl, The Rymer Gallery hosts as many as 2,500 guests on the first Saturday of every month, when art collectors gather to admire the works curated for the district’s galleries."

"The gallery at Lipscomb University is curated by the art department faculty, hosting exhibitions each semester. The space offers students a place to study and develop their knowledge of a broad range of art works. Throughout the year Lipscomb welcomes nationally and regionally known artists for guest lectures surrounding the exhibitions."

"The Rymer Gallery is modern art gallery that promotes the artwork of concurrent generation. The gallery is committed to showcasing artists from a diverse genre of experience and media. In its massive 3,000 square feet location it has an artist studio and annex gallery."