Nashville Music History Tours: What to Book, and in What Order
Prices & schedules checked October 18, 2026
Nashville’s big music sites split into two areas. Downtown you’ll find the Ryman Auditorium, the Country Music Hall of Fame (where RCA Studio B tours start) and the National Museum of African American Music, all walkable from Broadway. The Grand Ole Opry House is out by Opry Mills, a drive from downtown, so pair the backstage tour with an evening show rather than with downtown sights.
At a glance
| Ticket | Price on Viator (as listed Oct 2026) | Time needed | Where |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ryman Auditorium self-guided tour + onstage photo op | From $34.62 | 1–2 hours | 116 Fifth Ave N (downtown) |
| Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum | From $31.95 | 2–4 hours | 222 Fifth Ave S (downtown) |
| RCA Studio B tour + Hall of Fame combo | From $54.95 | 2–5 hours | Starts at the Hall of Fame |
| National Museum of African American Music | From $33.33 | 2–3 hours | Fifth and Broadway (downtown) |
| Grand Ole Opry show | From $61.55 | 2–2.5 hours | 600 Opry Mills Dr |
| Grand Ole Opry House backstage tour | From $39.75 | 1 hour | 600 Opry Mills Dr |
Our take
- Only have time for one museum? Get the Studio B + Hall of Fame combo. The Hall of Fame ticket alone is from $31.95, and the combo adds the 1-hour guided Studio B tour for a from-price of $54.95. Follow the voucher instructions right after booking to lock in a Studio B time.
- The Ryman is the easiest win downtown: self-guided, 1–2 hours, with a souvenir photo op on the stage. The 2026 operating hours on the listing are 9 a.m.–3 p.m.
- The Opry is an evening plan. The show listing gives a 7:00 p.m. start and says each show features eight or more artists; check your date, as times can vary. Book the backstage tour the same day to save a second trip.
- Want it all handled? Gray Line’s Discover Nashville city tour bundles a 3.5-hour narrated tour with Ryman and Hall of Fame admission (below).
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Downtown · 1–2 hrs
Ryman Auditorium Self-Guided Tour with Souvenir Photo Onstage
- Price From $34.62 on Viator (as listed Oct 2026)
- What Self-guided tour starting with the “Soul of Nashville” theater experience; photo opportunity on the Ryman stage (souvenir photos cost extra)
- Tickets Held at the theater box office; bring the voucher and photo ID
- Hours 9 a.m.–3 p.m. daily per the listing’s 2026 operating hours
- Cancellation Free up to 24 hours ahead (Viator listing)
Best combo
RCA Studio B & Country Music Hall of Fame combo
- Price From $54.95 on Viator (as listed Oct 2026)
- Includes 1-hour guided tour of RCA Studio B plus Hall of Fame admission
- Starts Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum, 222 Fifth Ave S; listing hours 9 a.m.–5 p.m.
- Story Per the listing, Studio B opened in 1957 and recorded Elvis Presley, the Everly Brothers, Dolly Parton, Willie Nelson and more
- Cancellation Free up to 24 hours ahead (Viator listing)
Downtown · 2–4 hrs
Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum admission
- Price From $31.95 on Viator (as listed Oct 2026)
- What Two floors of galleries and the Hall of Fame Rotunda with members’ plaques
- Hours 9 a.m.–5 p.m. daily per the listing
Downtown · 2–3 hrs
National Museum of African American Music
- Price From $33.33 on Viator (as listed Oct 2026)
- Hours Tue–Sat 10 a.m.–5 p.m.; Sun–Mon noon–5 p.m. (per the listing)
- Why go Covers the wider American music story the country museums don’t; it’s right on Broadway
Evening show
Grand Ole Opry show ticket
- Price From $61.55 on Viator (as listed Oct 2026); standard and premium seating
- When Listing start time 7:00 p.m.; about 2–2.5 hours
- Where Grand Ole Opry House, 600 Opry Mills Dr; free parking at Opry Mills Mall per the listing
- Tickets Redeem the voucher at the Opry box office with photo ID; confirmation can take up to 48 hours
- Cancellation Free up to 24 hours ahead (Viator listing)
1 hour
Grand Ole Opry House guided backstage tour
- Price From $39.75 on Viator (as listed Oct 2026)
- What Guided backstage tour, including the Artist Entrance performers use on show nights
- Where 600 Opry Mills Dr; redeem the voucher at the box office with photo ID
- Cancellation Free up to 24 hours ahead (Viator listing)
All-in-one
Discover Nashville city tour with Ryman & Hall of Fame entry
- Price From $103.53 on Viator (as listed Oct 2026)
- Includes 3.5-hour narrated tour plus Hall of Fame admission and a self-guided Ryman visit
- Departs Riverfront Train Station, 108 1st Ave S (arrive 15 minutes early; paid parking nearby)
- Vehicle Trolley or mini coach depending on group size (Gray Line Tennessee)
The GetYourGuide Ryman, Opry show and Opry backstage listings redirected to a search page with our partner link on Oct 18, 2026, so we link Viator only.
Sources
- Viator — Ryman Auditorium Self-Guided Tour with Souvenir Photo Onstage (price, 1–2 hours, 9–3 hours, box office pickup)
- Viator — Nashville RCA Studio B & Country Music Hall of Fame Ticket Combo (price, 1-hour Studio B tour, 1957)
- Viator — Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum Admission (price, 2–4 hours, hours)
- Viator — National Museum of African American Music Admission (price, hours)
- Viator — Grand Ole Opry Show Admission Ticket (price, 7 p.m., eight or more artists, box office redemption)
- Viator — Grand Ole Opry House Guided Backstage Tour (price, 1 hour, Artist Entrance)
- Viator — Discover Nashville City Tour with Entry to Ryman & Country Music Hall of Fame (price, 3.5 hours, departure)