World-Class Experiences

Name: Gaylord Opryland Resort & Convention Center
Address: 2800 Opryland Drive, Nashville, Tennessee, 37214, USA
Telephone: +1 615-889-1000

Things to Do

Dive into family-friendly excitement at Gaylord Opryland Resort in Nashville, TN. With SoundWaves, our indoor/outdoor resort water attraction, a revitalizing spa, and family-friendly activities, our resort offers the perfect escape.

May 22 - Sept. 7, 2026

All-American SummerFest

Celebrate an All‑American SummerFest at Gaylord Opryland Resort—your family’s star‑spangled getaway. Weekends all summer bring live entertainment, SoundWaves splash‑filled fun, scavenger hunts, pool parties, and crave‑worthy cuisine. Select Saturdays end with America's birthday party including a dazzling fireworks show. Unforgettable summer memories start here.

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Adventure Ahead

Activities For All Ages

Explore our carefully curated array of leisure activities designed to provide extraordinary moments that go beyond the ordinary. Plan your itinerary with our selection of exceptional experiences, many of which are included in your resort fee.

All-American Summerfest Activities

Make a Splash

Dive into summer with energetic pool parties, DJ‑led games, and splash‑filled fun at Cascades Pool—plus thrilling slides, a lazy river, and wave pool adventures at SoundWaves. *The only guaranteed way to experience SoundWaves is by purchasing the SoundWaves Experience Package. Room-only reservations do not include admission to SoundWaves.

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Dazzling Entertainment

SummerFest delivers fun for all ages—from hands‑on creativity in the Craft Zone and a family‑friendly scavenger hunt that invites guests to explore, to scenic rides aboard the Delta Riverboats. At night, enjoy live entertainment, spectacular light and fountain shows set to music, plus incredible fireworks that light up the sky on select Saturdays. Capture the magic of summer together.

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Tastes of Summer

Savor the flavors of the season with festival‑style dining, food trucks, sweet summer treats, and live music at select restaurants and outdoor venues. From casual bites to crave‑worthy favorites, every meal is part of the celebration at SummerFest.

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Splash into Fun

SoundWaves

Our 4-acre upscale resort water attraction, SoundWaves*, offers year-round indoor and seasonal outdoor aquatic adventures for the whole family. Plunge down thrilling waterslides, drift along the lazy river, or escape to the serenity of a private cabana or our adults-only pool & bar. It’s an extraordinary oasis visitors of all ages will enjoy. *The only guaranteed way to experience SoundWaves is by purchasing the SoundWaves Experience Package. Room-only reservations do not include admission to SoundWaves.

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Delta Riverboat Rides

Take a ride on the Delta Riverboat and travel down a scenic river winding through a 4.5-acre indoor garden. Admire the Delta Atrium's natural beauty while our guides share facts about the plants and fish and answer questions about our Nashville resort's many activities.

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Wildlife Rescue: Augmented Reality Experience

Take a virtual safari through Gaylord Opryland! Twelve endangered animals are hidden throughout the resort and your help is needed to find them. A smartphone and free app download are necessary to enjoy this AR experience. Presented by bubly™.

Horticulture Trek

Our expansive, enchanting resort offers nine acres of lush landscapes, featuring waterfalls and various plants under soaring glass atriums. Enjoy a self-guided tour to learn about our extraordinary flora while strolling through the stunning gardens at your leisure.

Activities

General Jackson Showboat

Enjoy a delightful Southern meal, a world-class live musical show, a cruise down the Cumberland River, and the best views of the Nashville skyline aboard our 300-foot paddlewheel riverboat, one of the largest in the country. Midday lunch and evening dinner cruises available.

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Amenities and Enhancements

SoundWaves Cabanas

Upgrade your water park experience and relax in the comfort of one of our private cabanas. Year-round indoor and seasonal outdoor cabanas are available for daily rental by resort guests who have pre-purchased a SoundWaves* experience. Presented by LIFEWTR, cabanas include seating for up to six guests, two complimentary bottles of LIFEWTR, a mini refrigerator, a ceiling fan, a big-screen television, a safe, and access to a server who will bring menu orders to the cabana.

*The only guaranteed way to experience SoundWaves is by purchasing the SoundWaves Experience Package.

Room-only reservations do not include admission to SoundWaves.

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Wellness

Relâche Spa and Fitness Center

Rejuvenate your mind, body, and soul at Relâche Spa at Gaylord Opryland Resort. Our services blend essential oil aromatherapy and diverse massage techniques to melt tension away. Exercise and physically de-stress at The Relâche Fitness Center with a full range of cardio and strength equipment for a total workout.

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Amenities and Enhancements

Gaylord Springs Golf Links

Carved from the banks of the Cumberland River, our Scottish links-style, par-72 layout offers an 18-hole golf course bordered by limestone bluffs and enhanced by federally protected wetlands in Nashville. Gaylord Springs is cashless throughout your experience.

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On-Site Outlets

total experiences (5) included experiences (3)

Relâche Spa

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Gaylord Springs Golf Links

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Included

Fitness Center

Included

Cascades Indoor Pool & Jacuzzi

Included

Cascades Outdoor Pool

Unwrap the Joy of the Season

Christmas at Gaylord Opryland

Discover the magic of the holidays at our resort in Nashville, Tennessee. From the breathtaking ICE! frozen attraction and dazzling light displays to classic traditions like ice tubing, gingerbread decorating, and photos with Santa, Gaylord Opryland transforms into a festive wonderland perfect for creating unforgettable memories.

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Bike the Greenway

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Opry Backstage Tour

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Ryman Backstage Tour

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Family & Children's Activities

Music City Escape Room

0.5 Miles

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Lionel Train Store

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Adventure Science Center

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Nashville Zoo at Grassmere

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Local Attractions

Madame Tussauds Nashville

515 Opry Mills Drive, Nashville, TN, USA, 37214

Grand Ole Opry

2804 Opryland Dr, Nashville, TN, USA, 37214

Ryman Auditorium

116 5th Ave N, Nashville, TN, USA, 37219

Country Music Hall of Fame

222 Rep. John Lewis Way S, Nashville, TN, USA, 37203

Nashville Zoo at Grassmere

3777 Nolensville Pk, Nashville, TN, USA, 37211

Cheekwood Botanical Garden & Museum of Art

1200 Forrest Park Drive, Nashville, TN, USA, 37205

General Jackson Showboat

2812 Opryland Drive, Nashville, TN, USA, 37214

Adventure Science Center

800 Fort Negley Blvd, Nashville, TN, USA, 37203

Andrew Jackson's Hermitage

4580 Rachels Ln, Hermitage, TN, USA, 37076
Belle Meade Plantation

5025 Harding Pike, Nashville, TN, USA, 37205

Walk of Fame Park

121 4th Ave S,, Nashville, TN, USA, 37203

Lionel Trains

388 Opry Mills Dr, Nashville, TN, USA, 37214

Opry Mills Coupon Book

Nashville

Cumberland Park

592 S 1st St, Nashville, TN, USA, 37213

The Mall at Green Hills

2126 Abbott Martin Rd, Nashville, TN, USA, 37215

Patsy Cline Museum

119 3rd Ave S, Nashville, TN, USA, 37201

Frist Art Museum

919 Broadway, Nashville, TN, USA, 37203

The Parthenon

2500 West End Ave, Nashville, TN, USA, 37203
Johnny Cash Museum

119 3rd Ave S, Nashville, TN, USA, 37201

Bicentennial Capitol Mall State Park

600 James Robertson Pkwy, Nashville, TN, USA, 37243

Madame Tussauds Nashville

515 Opry Mills Drive, Nashville, TN, USA, 37214

Grand Ole Opry

2804 Opryland Dr, Nashville, TN, USA, 37214

Ryman Auditorium

116 5th Ave N, Nashville, TN, USA, 37219
Country Music Hall of Fame

222 Rep. John Lewis Way S, Nashville, TN, USA, 37203

Nashville Zoo at Grassmere

3777 Nolensville Pk, Nashville, TN, USA, 37211

Cheekwood Botanical Garden & Museum of Art

1200 Forrest Park Drive, Nashville, TN, USA, 37205
General Jackson Showboat

2812 Opryland Drive, Nashville, TN, USA, 37214

Adventure Science Center

800 Fort Negley Blvd, Nashville, TN, USA, 37203

Andrew Jackson's Hermitage

4580 Rachels Ln, Hermitage, TN, USA, 37076
Belle Meade Plantation

5025 Harding Pike, Nashville, TN, USA, 37205

Walk of Fame Park

121 4th Ave S,, Nashville, TN, USA, 37203

Lionel Trains

388 Opry Mills Dr, Nashville, TN, USA, 37214
Opry Mills Coupon Book

Nashville

Cumberland Park

592 S 1st St, Nashville, TN, USA, 37213

The Mall at Green Hills

2126 Abbott Martin Rd, Nashville, TN, USA, 37215
Patsy Cline Museum

119 3rd Ave S, Nashville, TN, USA, 37201

Frist Art Museum

919 Broadway, Nashville, TN, USA, 37203

The Parthenon

2500 West End Ave, Nashville, TN, USA, 37203
Johnny Cash Museum

119 3rd Ave S, Nashville, TN, USA, 37201

Bicentennial Capitol Mall State Park

600 James Robertson Pkwy, Nashville, TN, USA, 37243

An Iconic Nashville Landmark

Grand Ole Opry

The show that made country music famous continues with star-packed performances featuring a wide array of chart-toppers, newcomers and living legends. Book your tickets for a night at the Opry and add a room at Gaylord Opryland Resort based on availability during checkout.

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Convenient Shuttles to Get You There

Transportation Services

The Resort offers a complimentary complex shuttle daily (hours may vary) that stops at the Opry Mills Mall in front of Madame Tussaud's The Inn at Opryland and the Cascades Canopy at the Resort. This shuttle runs on a continuous loop.

Frequently Asked Questions

Does Gaylord Opryland Resort & Convention Center have a fitness center on-site?

Yes, Gaylord Opryland Resort & Convention Center has a fitness center on-site for hotel guests.

Does Gaylord Opryland Resort & Convention Center have a pool on-site?

Yes, Gaylord Opryland Resort & Convention Center has multiple pools on-site for hotel guests:

Cascades Indoor Pool & Jacuzzi (Indoor) Cascades Outdoor Pool (Outdoor)

Does Gaylord Opryland Resort & Convention Center have an on-site spa?

Yes, Relâche Spa is located on-site at Gaylord Opryland Resort & Convention Center. Click here to book a service now.

Does Gaylord Opryland Resort & Convention Center offer golf course access nearby or at the hotel?

Yes, hotel guests have access to Gaylord Springs Golf Links. Click here to learn more.

What are some local attractions and things to do near Gaylord Opryland Resort & Convention Center?

Cumberland Park, Patsy Cline Museum, The Parthenon, Johnny Cash Museum, Bicentennial Capitol Mall State Park and more are nearby Gaylord Opryland Resort & Convention Center.

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Gaylord Opryland Resort & Convention Center

Gaylord Opryland Resort & Convention Center

World-Class Experiences

Things to Do