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Grand Ole OpryvsThe Johnny Cash Museum
Both Grand Ole Opry and The Johnny Cash Museum are rated highly by experts. Overall, Grand Ole Opry ranks slightly better than The Johnny Cash Museum. Grand Ole Opry comes in at #6 in Nashville with endorsements from 6 sources including Lonely Planet, Michelin Guide and Fodor's.
Grand Ole Opry
Fodor's
Frommer's
Lonely Planet
Michelin Guide
Afar Magazine
Travel + Leisure
U.S. News & World Report Travel + Leisure
Independent
2804 Opryland Drive, Nashville, TN 37214
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Fodor's "This enormously popular radio show, performed in the Grand Ole Opry House, has been broadcasting country music since 1925." Full review
Frommer's "These exhibits are tributes to the performers who have appeared on the famous radio show over the years." Full review
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These museums are best visited in conjunction with a night at the Opry
Lonely Planet "This unassuming modern brick building seats 4400 for the Grand Ole Opry on Friday and Saturday from March to November." Full review
Michelin Guide 1 Star
"Today the Opry continues to draw crowds for its weekend shows."
Afar Magazine "Music lovers of all genres will find this live radio show entertaining." Full review
Travel + Leisure "The historic theater is located in what is now a mega-mall parking lot, but the spirit of the venue hasn't changed. " Full review
U.S. News & World Report2.0
"It was this radio show, which began broadcasting in the 1920s, that put Nashville on the map as the "Country Music Capital of the World." Although its venue has changed over the years,..." Full review
Travel + Leisure "For nearly one hundred years, the Grand Ole Opry, called "home of American music," has showcased country stars on stage, as well as on WSM Radio. See a live show or take a guided backstage tour"
Nashville Travel Guide
February 26, 2021
Independent "If you’re not too mesmerised by the fish-plastered cars, the museum will teach you that Nashville has been a national hub for music publishing since the 1800s"
The Johnny Cash Museum Fodor's Frommer's
Condé Nast Traveler
On the Grid
Where U.S. News & World Report Travel + Leisure Frommer's
119 3rd Avenue South, Nashville, TN 37201
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Fodor's "The legendary Man in Black now has a dedicated space in Nashville." Full review
Frommer's "The Johnny Cash Museum became a must-see attraction in Music City, receiving accolades from fans as well as the press." Full review
Condé Nast Traveler "Nashville's nickname is Music City for a reason." Full review
On the Grid "Cash’s life is displayed eloquently through the small space, really allowing an emotional connection unlike any other museum I have experienced. " Full review
Where "This small-yet-mighty museum pays tribute to the Man in Black." Full review
U.S. News & World Report4.0
"Boasts the world's largest collection of Johnny Cash artifacts and memorabilia, including films, handwritten notes and letters penned by Cash himself along with more than 25 costumes " Full review
Travel + Leisure "This downtown museum contains the largest collection of Johnny Cash artifacts and memorabilia"
Nashville Travel Guide
February 26, 2021
Frommer's "Right off Lower Broadway is a small museum dedicated to the "Man in Black,” and it holds the largest and most comprehensive collection of Johnny Cash artifacts" Full review
