Ryman Auditorium Self-Guided Tour with Souvenir Photo Onstage
Overview
It’s more than a Nashville landmark. Ryman Auditorium is one of the most active and celebrated venues in modern music. Generations of artists, seekers, creators, rule-breakers and rebels have made their mark on the famous stage. From Elvis to Emmylou Harris, Johnny Cash to Wu-Tang Clan, Paul Simon to Tom Petty, B.B. King to Kings of Leon, the Ryman is a source of inspiration where legendary moments are still in the making.
The Ryman Auditorium, built in 1892 is a 2,362-seat live performance venue and is known throughout the world as "The Mother Church of Country Music" which is one of Nashville's true icons. Now, the history of the city's most famous landmark comes to life as never before with a state-of-the-art Soul of Nashville self-guided video experience and new multi-media exhibits that will immerse guests in the rich story of the Ryman.
What's Included
- Enjoy the "Soul of Nashville" intro movie
- Get an In-Depth look at "The Mother Church of Country Music."
- Browse through the Hatch Show Print gallery and enjoy the many artifacts from your favorite artists
- Souvenir Photo Opportunity on the Ryman Auditorium stage
- Self-Guided Tour of historic Ryman Auditorium
- Souvenir photos (available to purchase)
Meeting Location
Ryman Auditorium
116 Fifth Ave N, Nashville, Tennessee 37219, United States
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
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- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Wheelchair accessible
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Your tickets will be held at the theater box office for collection on the day of the Self-Guided tour. You will be required to present this voucher, along with photo ID in exchange for your tickets.
- Please Note: On-stage photo availability may vary according to Ryman Auditorium commitments.
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Frequently Asked Questions (7)
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- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
- Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (CST).
- Enjoy the "Soul of Nashville" intro movie.
- Get an In-Depth look at "The Mother Church of Country Music.".
- Browse through the Hatch Show Print gallery and enjoy the many artifacts from your favorite artists.
- Souvenir Photo Opportunity on the Ryman Auditorium stage.
- Self-Guided Tour of historic Ryman Auditorium.
- Souvenir photos (available to purchase).
There is no minimum age for this tour, so bring your wee one along for an adventure. This tour requires at least one adult to accompany children..
Apr 2025If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.
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Apr 2025Accessibility information for the Ryman Auditorium Self-Guided Tour with Souvenir Photo Onstage is as follows:
- Wheelchair accessible
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Ryman Auditorium Self-Guided Tour with Souvenir Photo Onstage will be included in your confirmation email from Cool Shore Excursions. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!
Mar 2024Once your refund is processed, it usually shows on your card statement within 5–10 business days. The exact timing depends on your bank or card issuer.
Want it sooner? When you cancel, choose Receive a refund to my wallet instead. The credit is in your Wallet straight away and is applied automatically at checkout on your next booking when you’re signed in with the same email. You can see your balance any time in My Wallet.
If you paid part of your booking with Wallet credit, that part always goes back to your Wallet. Trip protection isn’t refundable.
Oct 2026What's Included
- Enjoy the "Soul of Nashville" intro movie
- Get an In-Depth look at "The Mother Church of Country Music."
- Browse through the Hatch Show Print gallery and enjoy the many artifacts from your favorite artists
- Souvenir Photo Opportunity on the Ryman Auditorium stage
- Self-Guided Tour of historic Ryman Auditorium
- Souvenir photos (available to purchase)
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Wheelchair accessible
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Your tickets will be held at the theater box office for collection on the day of the Self-Guided tour. You will be required to present this voucher, along with photo ID in exchange for your tickets.
- Please Note: On-stage photo availability may vary according to Ryman Auditorium commitments.
