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Andrew Jackson's HermitagevsBelle Meade Historic Site & Winery
Andrew Jackson's Hermitage and Belle Meade Plantation are both rated highly by travel writers. On balance, Belle Meade Plantation scores slightly better than Andrew Jackson's Hermitage. Belle Meade Plantation ranks #5 in Nashville with approval from 7 publications such as Concierge, Michelin Guide and Frommer's.
Andrew Jackson's Hermitage
Fodor's
Afar Magazine
Travel + Leisure
Where
Michelin Guide
U.S. News & World Report Fodor's
4580 Rachel's Lane, Nashville, TN 37076-1344
From $0/night
Fodor's "The life and times of Andrew Jackson, known as Old Hickory, are reflected with great care at this house and museum." Full review
Afar Magazine "Pictured here is Tulip Grove, just one of the structures on the 1,100-acre site where former President Andrew Jackson once lived and now rests with his wife Rachel." Full review
Travel + Leisure "Touring the plantation home and resting place of the seventh U.S. president, Andrew Jackson, is a favorite activity for history buffs and locals who grew up learning about his legacy. " Full review
Where "Guides in period costume welcome guests to the home of our nation’s seventh president, Andrew Jackson." Full review
Michelin Guide 2 Stars
"This former cotton plantation (1,120 acres/450ha) was built for Andrew Jackson (1767-1845), military hero from Tennessee and 7th president of the Union." Full review
U.S. News & World Report13.0
"Constructed in 1821 for President Andrew Jackson, this Greek Revival mansion now stands as a National Historic Landmark and a preserved window into the president's home life" Full review
Fodor's "Tours of the Greek Revival–style mansion are given daily by guides in full period dress, and you can explore outbuildings, gardens, the museum and Andrew Jackson’s final resting place at your own pace" Full review
Belle Meade Historic Site & Winery
Concierge
Frommer's
Lonely Planet Fodor's Afar Magazine Michelin Guide Where U.S. News & World Report Fodor's
5025 Harding Pike, Nashville, TN 37205
From $0/night
Concierge "Horses were the name of the game at this former thoroughbred nursery... today, even though there are no horses to be found, the plantation is a popular draw for history buffs."
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The 45-minute tour of the main house, led by guides in 19th-century garb, is a must
Frommer's "The Greek Revival mansion is the centerpiece of the affluent Belle Meade region of Nashville and is surrounded by 30 acres of manicured lawns and shade trees." Full review
Lonely Planet "The 1853 mansion is open to visitors, as are various interesting outbuildings, including a model slave cabin, and wine tasting." Full review
Fodor's "Known as the "queen of the Tennessee plantations," this stunning Greek Revival house is marked by the Civil War bullet holes that riddle its columns." Full review
Afar Magazine "The mansion also has a winery on site and hosts tastings daily." Full review
Michelin Guide 1 Star
"Most antebellum plantation homes display portraits of family members in gilded frames, but at Belle Meade... the portraits are of Thoroughbred racehorses." Full review
Where "Built in 1807, this plantation provides a unique perspective on Southern history." Full review
U.S. News & World Report3.0
"At the center of the plantation is the mansion, where guides dressed in period costumes offer tours of the mansion's antebellum-style interior...Belle Meade Plantation hosts numerous events" Full review
Fodor's "Today, this historic mansion is a museum at the center of 30 acres of smooth green pastures...the property includes a winery and more than 10 outbuildings. " Full review
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General tours are available, or you can take a themed tour like the Journey to Jubilee, which tells the stories of the people who were enslaved at Belle Meade Plantation.
