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Madame Tussauds Nashville museum in Nashville, TN
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View of Madame Tussauds Nashville in Nashville, TN
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View of Madame Tussauds Nashville in Nashville, TN
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Madame Tussauds Nashville

4.5(3,440 reviews)$$Museum
🕑 1.5-2.5 hours👶 Best for ages 5 and up. School-age children and teens especially enjoy recognizing current pop stars and country legends, while younger kids love the novelty of the incredibly realistic figures. Music-loving families will find something for everyone, from classic rock icons to today's chart-toppers.

About

Madame Tussauds Nashville offers kids an interactive musical adventure where they can get up close with lifelike wax figures of their favorite music stars. Unlike traditional museums, children are encouraged to pose, touch, and take unlimited photos with the figures, making it a fun, hands-on experience that brings music history to life in an engaging way for all ages.

Highlights

  • Interactive photo opportunities with over 40 lifelike wax figures of music legends and current stars
  • Kids can sit on a motorcycle with Elvis, stand on stage with Taylor Swift, and pose with their favorite country stars
  • Music-themed immersive sets that transport families through different eras of American music history
  • No ropes or barriers,children can get right up to the figures and interact freely
  • Special Nashville-themed exhibits featuring country music royalty and Grand Ole Opry legends

Pro Tips

  1. 1.Purchase tickets online in advance for significant savings and to skip the ticket line, especially during peak tourist seasons.
  2. 2.Visit on weekday mornings right when they open at 10:00 AM for the smallest crowds and best photo opportunities without other guests in the background.
  3. 3.Download your family's favorite songs beforehand to play while posing with corresponding artists for extra fun and authentic photos.
  4. 4.The attraction is located inside Opry Mills mall, so combine your visit with shopping, dining, or a movie for a full day of entertainment.
  5. 5.Charge your phone fully before visiting,you'll want plenty of battery life for the countless photo opportunities throughout the experience.

Best Time to Visit

Weekday mornings (Tuesday-Thursday) at 10:00 AM opening time offer the quietest experience. Avoid summer weekends and school holidays when tour groups and families create longer wait times and crowded photo spots.

What to Know

Admission includes access to all exhibits and unlimited photos. The venue is located inside the climate-controlled Opry Mills mall with ample free parking, numerous dining options in the food court and restaurants, and is fully wheelchair accessible.

Seasonal Notes

Open year-round with consistent hours. The indoor venue makes it an excellent rainy-day activity any season. Holiday periods (Thanksgiving through New Year's) see increased crowds. Check their website for occasional special events or limited-time celebrity figure additions.

Nearby Eats

The Aquarium Restaurant inside Opry Mills features floor-to-ceiling aquariums that mesmerize kids while they eat American comfort food. Rainforest Cafe, also in the mall, offers another themed dining experience with animatronic animals and tropical atmosphere that continues the entertainment.

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