You can explore space from right here on Earth at the Vanderbilt Dyer Observatory, with the mega telescope that sits atop Nashville's tallest peak. Families can look through the telescope to observe cumulus clouds, a galaxy of stars, the swirling rings of Saturn and other outer space attractions.
River trips are Foggy Bottom's forte. Let the gang at the popular canoe and kayak rental shop sign you up for one of several area trips like the "Over Night" trip that takes you on an eleven mile river trip where you paddle for about five hours and camp out over night. Intense water sports recreation is waiting for you at Foggy Bottom.
The musical talents of Jimi Hendrix, Elvis, The Mamas and the Papas, and the Beach Boys are on exhibit at the Musicians Hall of Fame & Museum in the heart of downtown Nashville. You'll see the exact instruments each musician used to record the very songs that made them iconic legends.