Wow, the Nashville Parthenon is breathtaking. After paying the $15 admission fee. We immediately…read moreheaded to the Naos to see Athena. After admiring her beautiful statue, we walked through the galleries and treasury. I've been wanting to visit Nashville's Parthenon for years and it was everything I hoped it would be. Check out the website before visiting. It seems to be kept updated with closures, hours, and local events. Plus it contains a wealth of information regarding the exhibits with visitor guides and audio tours.

This place is weird…read more You pay $15 to walk inside a full-size replica of the Parthenon, where the main attraction is an enormous white statue of Athena covered in gold leaf. And then... well, that's pretty much it. Athena herself is certainly impressive, although to my completely untrained eye she looked less like a Greek goddess and more like a giant Buddhist statue that had wandered into the wrong religion. I honestly wasn't sure what I was supposed to do. Bow? Pray? Light some incense? Take a selfie? I settled on staring at her for a few minutes and wondering where my $15 went. There was a little room showing how the sculptor made Athena, but I kept thinking there must be something more. Another exhibit. A secret passage. Something. Nope. Big Athena. Gold leaf. Thank you for coming. And perhaps my biggest question: Why is there a full-size replica of the Parthenon in Nashville in the first place? I'm sure there's a perfectly reasonable historical explanation, but I almost prefer not knowing. Nashville is the Athens of the South?! Seriously, what were they thinking?!! Worth seeing? Maybe once, just because it's so bizarre. Worth $15? That's between you and Athena. Nashville has hot chicken, country music, honky-tonks... and, for reasons I still don't fully understand, the Parthenon. It's weird.

I'm honestly not sure what the bad reviews are about here. People are saying that they're just…read moreglorifying the family, and not touching on the history of slavery, etc. We took a guided tour here in our trip to Nashville, and our tour guide was so knowledgeable. She touched on the good and the ugly. I didn't feel like she was "glorifying" anything. It's almost like some people just don't like history. History can be ugly somtimes, news flash. I love historical places and this place was cool! You really feel the energy here. It's pretty cool. The only part that sucks is that you're not allowed to take photos. Prices are good for toure too. It comes with a wine tasting at the end and a couple of them were super tasty! And I don't even like wine.

A Nashville MUST-DO!!! We LOVED this!! The historic site is excellent for walking and enjoying a…read moreglass of wine. We loved everything about our Wine & Food Pairing experience and would do it over and over again!! We visited on Friday, January 2nd, and everything was perfect. There is so much history here, so take time to explore the grounds before or after one of their exceptional Pairings or tastings!

This presidential site is a-must visit attraction when you are in the Nashville area. Happy to…read morehave learned a few more history lessons. Had lunch at their cozy cafe and bought a few souvenirs from their gift shop.

Came here on June 5, 2026 to visit Andrew Jackson's home. It was a gorgeous sunny day, and we…read moreenjoyed the tour of his estate! It was hard for the youngest kiddo to remain behind the line while inside the house, but we managed to get through it without causing too much trouble! :) The older lady guide downstairs was very strict, and the young one upstairs was so chill. We enjoyed the lush garden outside in the backyard; that's also where the President was buried. The video introduction at the museum when you first enter was very interesting, and good preview of his life and legacy. Stopped by the gift shop to get some souvenirs and toys for the kids. Everyone walked away happy!

Will our tour guide was very good, knowledgeable and so fun.. I would recommend this activity to…read moreanyone visiting Nashville.. We learned alot about the city and our party of 5 was very impressed with the tour!!

WE did the night time monster truck tour. We had great time Sean are driver was very informative…read moreand funny. HE made laugh the whole time and he kept making sure we where okay and also seeing if the music was at okay volume. We also had bit to eat in there the food was good. We had grill cheese, southern husky puppies, cheese burgers, mozzarella sticks. The only thing my daughter wasn't sure was the southern street corn cause it tasted different from south Texas.

Amazing tour. We really enjoyed our visit. Chuck was extremely knowledgeable and funny. Highly…read morerecommend visiting the Lotz house if you are near Franklin.

I was visiting my only high school friend in Franklin, and we were looking for something to do…read moredowntown that did not revolve around eating or drinking for once. She has lived there for years and had never done this tour, which made it feel like a bit of a discovery for both of us. We ended up at the Lotz House Museum, and it turned out to be one of those unexpectedly memorable experiences. On this particular day, we lucked out with Chuck as our guide. He is a former high school history professor, and you can tell immediately. He does not just recite facts, he brings everything to life with stories, details, and just the right amount of drama. The house itself is not large, but that almost works in its favor. Between the stories of the Lotz family and the vivid accounts of the Battle of Franklin happening right outside, you can practically see it all unfolding as you move from room to room. It is the kind of experience that sticks with you long after you leave, and at around seventeen dollars, it feels like an absolute steal. And do not skip the gift shop. Treat yourself to a peach Nehi soda on your way out. It is unexpectedly fantastic, and I am still thinking about how to get my hands on more.

Triston it's probably one of the most amazing tour guide I've ever been with and I've been on tours…read morein Italy, Pisa, Florence, Romo, and Milan last supper David Grand Canyon, Florida sanctuaries Chicago Atlanta, Martin Luther King Center Hands-down, the best tour guide I've ever been with, but I'm a musician lover. I love music. His knowledge and appreciation for what he does is extraordinary. I will do this tour again and again and again I will give another tour guide a shot however, if Tristan's there I'm bringing a 20 if you know what I mean

This was a tour add-on from the Country Music HOF. It was fantastic! Our guide Ron was…read moreunbelievable with his knowledge that he shared. He was able to rattle off a list of performers from the Studio. His stories were excellent. Seeing the piano where many performed and the hole that Elvis put in the furniture was cool. The Studio is still being used today. The blue X where people stood for the best acoustics was interesting to see. Elvis recorded most of his songs there. The lights and music flowed so well on the tour! Definitely worth going to.

Carnton is an interesting historical spot. The property is well maintained with options for walking…read morethe property and/or touring the home. A small museum is in the Visitor's Center. A paved parking lot is available near the Visitor's Center. In that building you can buy tickets and tour the museum. The shop has some souvenirs as well as some packaged snacks and bottled water. Restrooms are nearby. Adult admission for the one hour house tour and grounds is $22 per person. Children under six are free. The museum was small, but worth looking at before heading off on the tour. The one hour home tour was interesting and offered plenty of opportunities to ask questions. The guide seemed knowledgeable and enjoyed answering questions.

Incredible tour at Carnton today. This house was a central field hospital during the Battle of…read moreFranklin and offers such a unique look at how the Civil War shaped our history. Huge thanks to our guide, Christian, for his deep knowledge of the McGavock family and the events that unfolded here. An absolute "must" for history buffs! Follow me on Instagram - @thecannyadventurist for a deeper dive into my reviews.

My friend and I love history and have been touring historic sites together, and our recent visit to…read morethe Carter House in Franklin was incredible. If you're a Williamson County resident, be sure to check out the Community Passports available through the library for free admission opportunities. Our tour guide, David, was outstanding. He truly transported us back in time, bringing the people, stories, and events of the Civil War to life in a way that was engaging and memorable. Two moments especially stayed with me. First, seeing the bullet holes that remain in the property was a powerful reminder of just how intense the Battle of Franklin was. Second, standing in the basement where a diverse group of people gathered together seeking safety during the fighting was incredibly moving. It's one thing to read about history in a book and another to stand in the very place where people experienced it and recognize how little time has passed. Whether you're a local or just visiting Franklin, I highly recommend taking the tour. It's a meaningful and fascinating look into a pivotal moment in American history.

We got an amazing tour of the Carter House by Randy! He was incredibly knowledgeable, friendly, and…read morepersonable. Would highly recommend checking out the Carter House when in town.

Had a great time! The Prohibition-style setting was really cool, and the tasting and tour were both…read morefun and well done. Dean was friendly, knowledgeable, accommodating, and made sure our group had a great experience from start to finish. Everything felt personal and relaxed, which made it even more enjoyable. I'd definitely recommend it for a group outing or a fun day with friends.

Best Tour in Nashville!…read more Loved this tour so much. The stories from our guide, Dean, added so much great texture. And the venues we went to were all excellent. He even threw in an extra venue at the end. The cocktails were all amazing. I didn't have high hopes for the food heading into the tour, but it was also fantastic. I wasn't even hungry for dinner afterwards! HIGHLY recommended.

Wow, what a blast!?! Joe was our guide and so enjoyable to be around. No matter how much you know…read moreabout Franklin, you would thoroughly love this. Best Christmas Present ever! Talk about local flavor... New sampling eats and treats from places that we've been to but never tasted. We returned later that night for dinner for more soup from Amaricana Taphouse, along with our new found favorite beer served by David (sporting the best mustache in town). Friendliness and tastes at the Savory Spice store brought both history and such a variety of BBQ spices along with a nice parting gift. :) Triple Crown Bakery can't be beat for the sweets and the service. There is always something new at the "Gallery 202" to see. The time was relaxing and the conversation flowed so nicely we couldn't believe it when we our time came to an end, even a bit overtime, but we were having so much FUN. I have your best in Mind... just obey me and check it out.

... it was a beautiful day in Tennessee ....we drove about 20 miles to Franklin... Very cute…read morearea... lot's of small businesses... and great restaurants... parking can be a challenge...