Kids
Wasioto Park →
The splash pad and climbing walls make this a perfect outing for younger kids, with stunning downtown views as a backdrop.
East Bank
Nashville Zoo →
Perennial family favorite. Check the website for special seasonal events like “Zoovie nights” — movies at the zoo!
South Nashville
Nashville Shores →
Full water park on Percy Priest Lake with wave pools, water slides, and beach areas for a complete summer day.
Hermitage
The Adventure Park →
Zip-lines and aerial challenge courses for older kids and adventurous families at the Nashville Shores property.
Belle Meade
Nashville Paddle Company →
Stand-up paddleboarding and kayaking on the Cumberland River — a unique way for the family to explore the city.
East Bank
Adventure Science Center →
Hands-on science museum with interactive exhibits that make learning genuinely fun. Perfect for rainy days.
Midtown
Nashville Children's Theatre →
The oldest children’s theatre in the US, offering wonderful productions and programs for children of all ages.
Downtown
Nashville Public Library →
The beautiful downtown branch offers story time, educational programs, and a welcoming space for young readers.
Downtown
Bicentennial Mall Park →
The park’s interactive fountains are a hit with younger kids on warm days, and there’s plenty of open space to explore.
Downtown
Goo Goo Cluster Experience →
Design your own candy cluster at Nashville’s sweetest hands-on experience. Kids pick their fillings, watch it get made, and take it home — messy fingers and all.
Downtown
Puttshack →
Tech-powered mini golf that keeps score for you — plus solid food and drinks for the adults. Fun for the whole crew, no pencils required.
The Gulch