Nashville, Tennessee attracts tourists from all over the world interested in music and nature. The city sits riverside and travelers often spend time taking riverboat cruises and participating in outdoor activities. Visitors enjoy attractions that include The Grand Ole Opry, Music City Marketplace and Music City Walk of Fame. Several restaurants are located close to Opryland, which offers resort-style accommodations in the midst of nine acres of waterfalls and gardens, and access to the Opry Mills shopping center.
The Aquarium Restaurant is more than just a place to dine. This restaurant, a five-minute car ride from Opryland, offers guests the opportunity to feel as though they are dining under the sea. The entire restaurant resembles the ocean floor and features more than 20,000 gallons of aquarium space. Classic American meals are the primary menu; choices include steaks, seafood and pasta dishes. A kid's menu is available. A full bar serves colorful cocktails and an on-site gift store sells fun souvenirs.
Aquarium Restaurant
516 Opry Mills Dr.
Nashville, TN 37214
615-514-8600
aquariumrestaurants.com
The Rainforest Cafe takes its guests to the center of a vast tropical rainforest. The restaurant is outfitted with large animatronic animals such as elephants and monkeys to set the rainforest tone for dining. Guests can walk through the restaurant to enjoy the feel of being on safari. Meal choices include steaks, pastas and seafood dishes, and a menu is available for children. A full bar menu is also available and your meal can be finished off with something from a list of desserts designed to be shared. An on-site souvenir shop will help ensure you always remember your jungle adventure. The restaurant is just five minutes from Opryland.
Rainforest Cafe
353 Opry Mills Dr.
Nashville, TN 37214
615-514-3000
rainforestcafe.com
The General Jackson Showboat is located less than a half-mile from Opryland and offers guests the opportunity to enjoy meals while floating along the Cumberland River. The 300 foot riverboat is comprised of four large decks and a spacious theater where live entertainment is featured every night. The dining experience is upscale and most guests dress for a night out. Dining options are primarily gourmet dishes that include thick steaks, chicken dishes, seafood and pasta. Families are welcome. Reservations are generally recommended.
General Jackson Showboat
2812 Opryland Dr.
Nashville, TN 37214
615-458-3900
generaljackson.com
