The Parthenon

  • 3415 West End Avenue, Nashville, Tennessee 37203, United States of America
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The world's only full-scale reproduction of the famous Greek temple, Nashville's Parthenon stands in Centennial Park and features both the city's art museum and Athena Parthenos. At almost ... more on Visitmusiccity.com

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4.5

14 reviews

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Downstairs they have a contemporary gallery which generally shows modern art. more on Yahoo! Travel

Equally interesting is the small art museum also located inside. more on Yahoo! Travel

The building itself is magnificent, but it's not the best part. more on Yahoo! Travel

I'd also come back at night and see it when it's lit up..gorgeous! more on Yahoo! Travel

MIGHT BE AN IDEA TO TAKE A PICNIC AND OUTDOOR ENTERTAINMENT TO ENJOY THE GROUNDS more on Yahoo! Travel

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4.5

13 reviews

Top Reviews From Yahoo! Travel

I love this place, It is a must expierence. You literaly feel like you have stepped back in time, The statue of Athena, is impressive, and they have molds of original statues on the sides and background info on the artitecture, art ... more on Yahoo! Travel

The building itself is magnificent, but it's not the best part. There is a 40 ft statue of Athena inside. It's amazing. I'm going ... more on Yahoo! Travel

No one should ever go to nashville without seeing this. Just make sure you have a good flash on your camera because, if not ... more on Yahoo! Travel

An impressive building in a very nice park. We spent about 3 hours and enjoyed the Parthenon and also the park with the nice flower arrangements, the pond and the old ... more on Yahoo! Travel

It was gorgeous although we did not get out of the car I wanted to so badly but we had no time I strongly reccomend it!! more on Yahoo! Travel

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The Parthenon is worth seeing whether you are school age or retirement age. There is a changing art gallery, which makes it nice to visit over and over. I have taken out of town guests, and was once chided by an Aunt for not telling ... more on Yahoo! Travel

Last year was the first and only time I have been to the Parthenon. As i walked across the field towards the parthenon you just don't get a grasp as to how big it really is. Letting you mind wonder abit, you can see what it must've ... more on Yahoo! Travel

The Parthenon in Nashville, TN is an amazing attraction. Even if you have visited the ancient original in Greece it is worth visiting to enjoy the beautifully landscaped gardens and lawns that surround the outside. In addition, an ... more on Yahoo! Travel

This place is truly a buried treasure in Nashville. Be sure you get out and discover it! The atmosphere is wonderful; it borders the Centennial Park, so make a day of it and bring a picnic lunch. Be sure to bring bread to feed the ... more on Yahoo! Travel

Although it does not take a really long time to see, the artistry in this place is amazing. They also had an art gallery in the lower level that we really enjoyed. We visited there ... more on Yahoo! Travel

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Great Amenities at The Parthenon:

  • Restrooms
  • Hearing impaired assistance
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Visitor center
  • Guided tours
  • Gift shop

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