Epic's Favorite Nashville Family Friendly Activities

Adventure Science Center is located in Wedgewood-Houston, minutes from Downtown Nashville. And we're hard to miss—our shimmering, multicolored pyramid is a beacon to science lovers far and wide.

We are open Mondays, Thursdays, and Fridays from 9:00 am to 3:00 pm and until 5:00 pm on Saturdays and Sundays. We are closed Tuesdays and Wednesdays. Our Mission: To open every mind to the wonders of science and technology, fostering a better understanding of ourselves and the world around us.

Professional theatre company. Education destination. Family-friendly attraction. Performing arts institution. Historic Nashville landmark. NCT is all this and more! Theatre can change the world, one audience at a time. Our performances help kids process real-world situations and build a foundation of empathy for their relationships and actions, now and in the future. And that means a better, kinder world for everyone.

Nashville Zoo is a progressive and dynamic zoological park located just 6 miles south of downtown Nashville. With just 90 of 188 acres developed, Nashville Zoo is the 9th largest zoo in the country by landmass. The Zoo is one of the top tourist attractions in the state and has been named the Best Regional Attraction and Best Day Trip by The Tennessean.

Nashville Motor Museum featuring 150 unique cars and motorcycles. Home to the largest European automotive collection in the U.S., the vehicles date from the early 1900s all the way up to modern day and feature a varied collection of microcars, amphibious vehicles, military vehicles, alternative fuel vehicles, prototypes, one-of-a-kind vehicles and motorcycles.

Urban Air is the ultimate indoor adventure park and a destination for family fun. Our parks feature attractions perfect for all ages and offer the perfect destination for unforgettable kids’ birthday parties, exciting special events and family fun.

Cheekwood is an historic estate with changing elevations and certain uneven walkways and stairways.  Daytime visitors are permitted only on paved walkways, mulched trails, and mowed lawn areas.  Nighttime special event visitors should use only designated paved walkways.  Please do not climb in, on, or over any sculptures, walls, fountains, ponds, water features, or waterfalls, roped-off areas, or trees or any other plants, and always use caution for a safe and enjoyable visit.  An abundance of caution should be used while enjoying the historic estate.