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Year-Round Entertainment

Our resort invites you to experience a host of entertainment and fun while in Nashville. Marvel at our gorgeous gardens, sparkling waterways and cascading waterfalls. Located on the banks of the Cumberland River, our hotel is easily accessible to Music City’s legendary attractions, including the Grand Ole Opry® , Ryman Auditorium®, Wildhorse Saloon® and the General Jackson® Showboat.

Everything in One Place

You won't believe what we have under one roof! With 9 acres of climate-controlled signature glass atriums, indoor gardens, cascading waterfalls and an indoor river with a Delta flatboat, Gaylord Opryland Resort is the perfect destination for a romantic weekend or family getaway.

SoundWaves Water Experience

Get in tune with the nation's first truly upscale indoor/outdoor resort water attraction. SoundWaves at Gaylord Opryland Resort in Nashville is an unexpected aquatic attraction for hotel guests that unites extraordinary environments, exclusive upscale amenities and relaxing water features with energetic rides, immersive music and an extraordinary oasis for people of all ages to enjoy.

EXCLUSIVE OFFERS: TN Residents can also save 25% on an overnight SoundWaves Experience Package.

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Fall at Gaylord Opryland

September 11, 2020 – October 31, 2020
Discover a festive twist on a family staycation while enjoying fall-themed events and activities for all ages.

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A Country Christmas

Discover acres of decorations and 3 million holidays lights, plus festive activities for the whole family.

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Relâche Spa

From soothing massages to firming body wraps and tropical manicures, you'll receive world-class pampering at our hotel's 20,000-square-foot Nashville spa.

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Delta Riverboat Tours

Cruise our scenic, indoor river and wind through the beautiful, 4.5-acre Delta Atrium. Take in the sights while guides share fun facts about the Resort and its gardens.

Shopping

Enjoy some of Nashville's finest shopping at distinctive boutiques, fashion stores and retail shops at Gaylord Opryland Resort. Find everything from exciting souvenirs and exquisite jewelry to basic necessities and Opry-inspired Western wear all under one roof, making shopping in Nashville easy and pleasurable.

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Transportation Services

Guests have access to Gaylord Opryland's hotel shuttle and sedan service, with transportation to Gaylord Springs Golf Links.

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More Resort Attractions

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International Waters Fountain Show

Tour the world with this spectacle of lights and dancing water set to famous international music. Shows are 7 p.m. and 9 p.m. daily in the Delta Atrium.

*Schedule subject to change; please see the Concierge Desk in the Cascades Lobby for today's show schedule.

Aqua Fountain Show

Experience the choreographed movements of the Delta Fountain, one of the most ambitious, commanding water features ever conceived. You'll be swept away by this breathtaking union of water, music and light. Shows are 6 p.m. and 8 p.m. daily in the Delta Atrium.

*Schedule subject to change; please see the Concierge Desk in the Cascades Lobby for today's show schedule.

Family and children's activities

1.4 km

Grand Old Golf & Go-Karts

Phone: +1 615-871-4701

Golf, Games, and Go Karts

0.8 km

Music City Escape Room

Phone: +1 615-942-5955

17.7 km

Adventure Science Center

Children's Science Center

22.5 km

Nashville Zoo at Grassmere

Zoo

A Night at the Opry

The show that made country music famous continues with star-packed performances featuring a wide array of chart-toppers, newcomers and living legends. Opry shows are every Friday and Saturday night, with extra performances on Tuesday from March through December. Take advantage of our most popular package, and discover the excitement of the Grand Ole Opry.

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General Jackson Showboat

Temporarily Closed.  The General Jackson Showboat offers special cruises for Valentine's Day, Christmas and New Year's, plus romantic options for your anniversary and other special occasions. Or, opt for an upbeat afternoon show spiced up with authentic Southern specialties.

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Wildhorse Saloon

Home to Nashville's largest dance floor! More than 1.5 million music fans have stampeded to the Wildhorse to have a great meal, catch the hottest concerts and learn the newest dance steps. Cover charge is waived for guests of Gaylord Opryland Resort (excludes special events).

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Convenient Shuttles to Get You There

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Complex Shuttle

Shuttle service between the Resort, The Inn at Opryland, General Jackson Showboat, Grand Ole Opry House (only on show nights) and Opry Mills.

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Local attractions

Madame Tussauds Nashville

515 Opry Mills Drive

0.8 km S from hotel

Grand Ole Opry

0.6 km S from hotel

Ryman Auditorium

15.6 km SW from hotel

Attend a live taping of Pickler & Ben

16.1 km from hotel

Country Music Hall of Fame

15.3 km SW from hotel

Nashville Zoo at Grassmere

20.6 km S from hotel

Cheekwood Botanical Garden & Museum of Art

1200 Forrest Park Drive

32.2 km SE from hotel

General Jackson Showboat

2812 Opryland Drive

1.0 km S from hotel

Gaylord Opryland Resort Gardens

0.2 km from hotel

Cooter’s Museum and Store Nashville

0.6 km from hotel

Texas Troubadour Theater

0.8 km from hotel

The Redneck Comedy Tour

0.6 km from hotel

Opry Mills

1.3 km from hotel

Nashville Nightlife Theater

0.8 km from hotel

Music Valley

0.6 km from hotel

Music Valley Antiques and Marketplace

0.8 km from hotel

The Cowboy Church

0.8 km from hotel

Adventure Science Center

17.7 km from hotel

Andrew Jackson's Hermitage

7.6 km from hotel

Lane Motor Museum

8.7 km from hotel

Fitness nearby

7.1 km

Anytime Fitness

• Cardiovascular Equipment

Local sightseeing

Bike the Greenway

Explore Nashville on a Bike

Bike the Greenway

Phone: +1 615-920-1388

Music City Biplane Tours

John C. Tune Airport

Biplane Tours

Gray Line Nashville

Nashville's historic and country music landmarks

Gray Line Nashville

Helistar Aviation

Different Tours available

Helistar

Nashville Ghost Tours

Music City's Original Haunted Tours

Nashville Ghost Tours

Phone: +1 615-884-3999

Tour the Ryman Auditorium

Self-Guided, Backstage, and Group Tours Available

Ryman Auditorium Tour

Family and children's activities

Delta Fountain Shows

FREE synchronized light, water and music shows are offered nightly in the the 4.5 acre Delta Atrium

Arcade

Gaylord Opryland Resort's Arcade is one of the many Nashville attractions for kids - of all ages!

Delta Riverboat Tours

Travels down a scenic river winding through a 4.5-acre indoor garden.

Three Hotel Pools

Two outdoor resort pools and one indoor - all heated

More activities

Biking trail (1.6 km) Bowling (1.0 km) Hiking (1.6 km) Miniature golf (1.4 km) Nature preserve, trail (1.6 km) Rock climbing (12.9 km)

Local partners

PRA Nashville

FedEx

Freeman

Towne Park

Bradley Health Services

Related Links

SoundWaves Water Experience - Now Open

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Music City Vacations

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