Country Music Hall of Fame & Museum

Nashville's Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum is a destination known to travelers from around the globe. Country music fans of all ages enjoy the timeless relics, photos, and exhibits dedicated to the most influential men and women in the industry.

Best and worst time to go to Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum
The museum is open year-round and there's no reason to ever avoid this destination. However, dedicated country music fans might want to venture here during CMA Fan Fest in June, when country stars take over the city with performances at the stadium down the street.

Must see/do at Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum
Be sure to spend time in the ever-changing main exhibit, which has featured hit-makers from Johnny Cash to Luke Bryan. Next, venture to the Wall of Gold Records, showcasing countless albums that hit gold throughout the years. Last but definitely not least, don't miss the clothing displays where you can see the actual outfits these artists wore on stage.

Admission to Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum
Children under five always receive free admittance, so bring the family! Youth tickets are under $20 and tickets for ages 13 and older are in the mid $20's. The museum continually offers discounts for seniors, AAA members, and military, in addition to group rates. Or create a package and tour the museum and Historic RCA Studio B. Purchase tickets online or at the box office.

Parking and public transportation to Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum
Located in the heart of downtown Nashville, the hall of fame and museum is surrounded by public parking areas, but does not provide its own. Park in a nearby lot or garage, found at ParkitDowntown.com, or take a take the free bus line to its downtown drop-off, just blocks away.

Food at Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum
Two Twenty-Two Grill and Baja Sexto Taco are in the same building, featuring mid-range priced fare. Bongo Java Coffee has a location just steps away, featuring speciality lattes. Outside of the building, there bars, restaurants and coffeeshops abound in any direction in downtown Nashville. These options are all walkable.

Inside tip for visitors to Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum
The museum can get pretty crowded, especially on weekends. If the line at the main entrance on Demonbreun is too long for you, sneak around the corner and use the side entrance on 5th Avenue. Almost a guaranteed shorter line.

Author's bio: Rebecca Cicione has lived in Nashville for four years. She works in the nonprofit and music industries and her favorite place to be is anywhere outdoors.