A true blue colonial mansion, this Greek edifice has authentic bullet holes, testimony to the Civil War it witnessed. Costumed guides conduct detailed tours through the fully furnished and renovated mansion. The 5,300-acre estate houses a farm, barn, America's oldest amateur steeplechase (Iroquois), and a Victorian carriage museum. Plenty to do and see in one day, don't you think?
2. Belle Meade Plantation
Belle Meade Plantation
A true blue colonial mansion, this Greek edifice has authentic bullet holes, testimony to the Civil War it witnessed. Costumed guides conduct detailed tours through the fully furnished and renovated mansion. The 5,300-acre estate houses a farm, barn, America's oldest amateur steeplechase (Iroquois), and a Victorian carriage museum. Plenty to do and see in one day, don't you think?
3. Cheekwood Botanical Garden and Museum of Art
Cheekwood Botanical Garden
Beautiful gardens, rolling for 30 acres all around you, with a restored neo-Georgian mansion converted to the museum in its midst, make this an ideal location for a romantic day together. Flower lovers can experience some mega-flower power during the annual perennial and wildflower shows.
4. Bellmont Mansion
Bellmont Mansion
This Italian-style, magnificent home of Adelicia Acklen, Nashville's answer to Scarlett O'Hara, has the air of romance. It features sweeping staircases made just for grand entrances, bountiful balconies, lush gardens, and a cast iron gazebo made for stolen kisses.
5. Shows and Showmen
Grand Ole Opry
Inspiring country music is at the heart of Nashville, but performing arts are important here, too. Take in a play or show at the Grand Ole Opry or the Ryman Auditorium to experience the true meaning of grandeur and luxury.
6. Riverfront Park
Riverfront Park
Sit quietly on the banks of the Cumberland River and enjoy the evening as the sun sets around you. The water lapping at your feet and the bustle of activity all around - joggers, walkers, and other loving couples are all there for a reason - to show you just how beautiful life and living can be.
7. Parthenon
Pathenon, Centennial Park
This exact copy of the original in Athens is a tribute that was built to commemorate Tennessee's centennial in 1897. Perched on a gentle green slope beside a duck pond in Centennial Park, this is a fantastic and magical place for two people to spend time together. Marvel at the views, tour the art collections, or visit the traveling exhibits.
