Updated in September 2026, this Country Music Hall of Fame guide covers ticket prices, opening hours, parking, accessibility and what to see.
The Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum is a music history museum in downtown Nashville, Tennessee. Adult admission is now $31.95, though the museum’s own local-resident page still quotes the older $29.95 rate. This guide was updated in September 2026 to reflect the current price. You can book in advance through GetYourGuide before your visit.
Quick facts about the Country Music Hall of Fame
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Address | 222 Rep. John Lewis Way S, Nashville, TN 37203 |
| Opening hours | 9am–5pm daily |
| Adult admission (13+) | $31.95 |
| Child admission (6–12) | $21.95 |
| Infant admission (0–5) | Free |
| Parking | From $15, nearby garages |
| Typical visit duration | 1.5–2 hours |
Why book Country Music Hall of Fame tickets?
- 🏛️ Home to the Hall of Fame Rotunda: See the bronze plaques honouring every Country Music Hall of Fame member.
- 🎟️ Rotating star exhibits included: Current galleries cover artists from Dolly Parton to Kenny Chesney.
- 🌿 Step inside a real recording studio: Historic RCA Studio B, where Elvis Presley once recorded, is open on a separate guided tour.
- 📜 The Taylor Swift Education Center: A dedicated learning space inspired by one of country music’s biggest stars.
- 💰 Free for young locals: Nashville-area youth aged 18 and under get in free through the Local Kids programme.
Opening hours at the Country Music Hall of Fame
The Country Music Hall of Fame opens daily from 9am to 5pm. It closes on Thanksgiving, Christmas Eve and Christmas Day.
Ticket prices for the Country Music Hall of Fame
| Ticket type | Price |
|---|---|
| Adult (13+) | $31.95 |
| Child (6–12) | $21.95 |
| Infant (0–5) | Free |
General admission covers the permanent Sing Me Back Home exhibition, the Hall of Fame Rotunda and all rotating exhibits. An audio guide, Historic RCA Studio B tour and Hatch Show Print tour are available as paid add-ons. Nashville-area residents can access a Local Kids programme, giving free admission to youth 18 and under and 25% off for up to two accompanying adults. Prices are current as of September 2026 and may change without notice. You can book through GetYourGuide to secure your preferred date.
5 great Nashville experiences to book
- 🍸 Discover secret speakeasies on a guided cocktail crawl.
- 🏠 On a homes of the stars tour, see where Music City’s celebs live.
- 🍽️ Taste Tennessee’s local delicacies on a Nashville food tour.
- 🚢 Take a lunch or dinner cruise on the General Jackson showboat.
- 🎤 Get to know the Grand Ole Opry on a guided backstage tour.
How to get to the Country Music Hall of Fame
By car, the museum is on Rep. John Lewis Way South in downtown Nashville.
By public transit, WeGo bus routes 6, 52, 55, 63 and 93 all stop within walking distance.
Parking at the Country Music Hall of Fame
The Walk of Fame Parking Garage and the SoBro Tower Garage both offer a flat rate of $15 for up to three hours or $25 for up to six hours, with museum validation. Museum members receive a further $5 off.
How long to spend at the Country Music Hall of Fame
Most visitors spend 1.5 to 2 hours on a self-guided visit. Add extra time for Historic RCA Studio B or Hatch Show Print, both ticketed separately.
Accessibility at the Country Music Hall of Fame
The museum is wheelchair accessible throughout, with accessible restrooms and elevators between floors.
What to see at the Country Music Hall of Fame
The Hall of Fame Rotunda. Bronze plaques honour every inducted member, from the genre’s earliest pioneers to its newest stars.
Sing Me Back Home. The museum’s permanent exhibition traces country music’s history through instruments, rare recordings, photographs and video archives.
Rotating star exhibits. Galleries change regularly, recently including deep dives into Dolly Parton, Kenny Chesney and Clint Black.
Historic RCA Studio B. A separate guided tour visits this working recording studio, once used by Elvis Presley and countless other artists.
Hatch Show Print. A guided tour through this letterpress print shop, running since 1879, ends with visitors printing their own poster to take home.
Practical tips for visiting the Country Music Hall of Fame
| Tip | Detail |
|---|---|
| Check current exhibits before you go | Headline galleries rotate throughout the year. |
| Book RCA Studio B and Hatch Show Print separately | Both need their own tickets and can fill up in advance. |
| Ask about the Local Kids programme | Nashville-area residents can get free youth admission and discounted adult tickets. |
| Add the audio guide | Narrated by WSM’s Bill Cody, it’s a worthwhile upgrade for first-time visitors. |
| Book tickets in advance | Advance booking is recommended, especially at weekends, and you can book through GetYourGuide. |
Frequently asked questions about the Country Music Hall of Fame
| Question | Answer |
|---|---|
| How much does admission cost? | Adult admission is $31.95; the museum’s own local-resident page still quotes $29.95. |
| What are the current opening hours? | 9am to 5pm daily, closed Thanksgiving, Christmas Eve and Christmas Day. |
| Are Studio B and Hatch Show Print included? | No, both are separate tours with their own additional cost. |
| Is the museum wheelchair accessible? | Yes, throughout, with accessible restrooms and elevators. |
| Should I book in advance? | Yes, particularly at weekends. You can book in advance through GetYourGuide. |
Things to do near the Country Music Hall of Fame
The Ryman Auditorium is a short walk away, the former home of the Grand Ole Opry and still an active concert venue.
Lower Broadway is lined with honky-tonks and live music bars, just outside the museum’s doors.
The Johnny Cash Museum holds the world’s largest collection of Johnny Cash memorabilia, a short walk away.
Bridgestone Arena hosts concerts and Nashville Predators hockey games, a short walk from the museum.
The Frist Art Museum, in a former art deco post office, offers a change of pace with rotating visual art exhibitions.
Alternative attractions to the Country Music Hall of Fame
The National Museum of African American Music traces the history of gospel, blues, jazz, R&B and hip-hop, a short walk away in downtown Nashville.
The Musicians Hall of Fame and Museum honours the session musicians behind some of music’s best-known recordings.
The Patsy Cline Museum traces the singer’s life and career through personal artifacts and recreated rooms.
The George Jones Museum celebrates the country star’s life and career, with a rooftop bar overlooking Lower Broadway.
The Grand Ole Opry House offers backstage tours of the working home of the world-famous radio show, a short drive from downtown.
More Nashville travel
Other Nashville travel guides on Planet Whitley include:
- First time visitor guides to Belmont Mansion and Andrew Jackson’s Hermitage in Nashville.
- Practical visitor guide to Lane Motor Museum and the Tennessee State Museum in Nashville.
- Cheekwood Estate and Gardens, Nashville: Guide to the gardens and art museum on a 1930s estate.
- Getting to Nashville: What to see on the Detroit to Nashville drive, Lexington to Nashville drive, Louisville to Nashville drive and Pittsburgh to Nashville drive.
- Road trips from Nashville: The best stops on the Nashville to Atlanta drive, Nashville to Chattanooga drive, Nashville to Cincinnati drive, Nashville to Destin drive, Nashville to Gulf Shores drive, Nashville to Houston drive and Nashville to Mobile drive.
