Top 10 Free Things To Do 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."

"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."

"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."

"Check the schedule at spaces like TPAC, Ryman Auditorium, Marathon Music Works, 3rd and Lindsley and City Winery and hopefully something will catch your eye!"

"Ryman Auditorium: formerly the Grand Ole Opry House. We didn’t get a chance to visit, but its on our list for next time!"

"There are a lot of trees that surround the lake, which is great!. You can reach Cedar Creek Access Area in about 30 minutes from Downtown Nashville by car. The beach is to the northeast of the city."

"Kick off your visit on the 12th (Sat): look for all kinds of wild species at Montgomery Bell State Park and then wander the streets of Downtown Franklin. Here are some ideas for day two: relax in the rural setting at Sam Davis Home, then steep yourself in history at Rippavilla Plantation, then contemplate the long history of Lotz House Museum, and finally steep yourself in history at Winstead Hill Park."

"This colorful Inglewood haunt has one of the city’s best tot-sized selections on their kiddie breakfast menu—which means even the pickiest eaters will find something worth diving into. Plus the hilariously named dishes: Johnny Cash Onion Rings of Fire, Soup!"

"Liz Darden's home cooking restaurant in Goodlettsville offers a great value on great food at breakfast and lunch, and on Friday nights. A meat and two veggies is just $7.50 or a meat and three for $8.75. Wednesdays and Sundays are fried chicken days."

"The Tennessee Performing Arts Center (TPAC) hosts the Nashville Repertory Theatre as well as the city’s professional ballet and opera companies. The center is a leading venue for a variety of classical performances and Broadway-style shows that are designed to entertain families as well as discerning theater devotees. TPAC is located downtown in the James K. Polk Cultural Center, which encompasses an entire city block."

"Take in a concert, ballet performance or Broadway show at the Tennessee Performing Arts Center. The cultural and entertainments complex has three theaters, named after ex-US presidents from the state, and an auditorium. War Memorial Auditorium is a historical, column-fronted building externally."

"Boiler Room Theatre has offered live theatrical productions to the community since 2000. The building boasts 120 movie-theater style seats, 40-foot ceilings and natural acoustics. Parking is free, and several restaurants are nearby."