Ryman Auditorium
Music Venue, Concert Hall, and Historic and Protected Site
Nashville
"I've sat in every section and there's not a bad seat in the house."(11 Tips)
"... Auditorium, or the "Mother Church of Country Music", opened for traveling ministers in 1892..."(6 Tips)
"balcony tickets and prepare to weep from the beauty of the venue"(23 Tips)
"The backstage tour was the best with Danielle!!"(3 Tips)
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David SchwartzApril 27, 2018It is a must venue for music lovers. Fantastic acoustics, historic site and a cozy setting. No matter who you see here, you will have a great time. It's worth the trip. Tours are available.Upvoted 2 weeks ago
Kelsey YoungApril 9, 2018It’s called the Mother Church of Country Music for a reason. Atmosphere is unique & the sound is just 1000x’s better here. Personally, I would much rather see artists here than in an arena. 🎶
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Rex HammockOctober 9, 2011Look for any reason to attend a concert in this beautifully restored musical treasure, regularly cited as one of the best musical venues of its size in the U.S. No bad seats and incredible acoustics.Upvoted Dec 21, 2024
Christine McKennaJanuary 28, 2015the ryman is the best place to hear a concert in nashville, hands down! so many great bands come thru here. pros: intimate space, amazing acoustics, beer... cons: hard to dance if you feel like it!
Tammy GonzalezDecember 8, 2017Saw an ALS fundraiser concert and small venue where view is awesome. I was in balcony church pew seating and I felt like I was 5 rows back from stage. I hear their tours are great too.
If you’re a music lover, you have to see a show here ASAP. It’s mandatory. The Ryman is a magical place. And I suggest parking at the library garage, entering on 6th St... it’s $10 after 5pm.
- Tyler RidingsJuly 8, 2014My favorite venue in all of Nashville (possibly the world). If you get the option, choose balcony tickets and prepare to weep from the beauty of the venue and your favorite artist's show.
- Kelsey YoungApril 9, 2018I imagine Tori Kelly’s vocals at the Ryman is what it sounds like in heaven. Her vocals & the venue sound is literal perfection. 🎶 Top 5 concerts I’ve been too! 🎵
Design*SpongeAugust 3, 2014One of the most beautiful places in Nashville, and an incredibly magical venue to see your favorite musician perform. Everyone from Johnny Cash to Bob Dylan and Neil Young have graced its stage. Read more
LorMavenSeptember 30, 2017Visiting from New Jersey. Saw Father John Misty. Great sound and great view. I don’t think there’s a bad seat in the house. Security scanners at the door are much nicer than what I usually encounter.
Mike SeilbackDecember 19, 2014Historic music venue in the former tabernacle. Amazing acoustics and a great place to see world class musicians and the famous Grand Ole Opry
Tim MarkhamJanuary 20, 2017Wow! We took the guided tour and it was worth it. So much history. You could easily spend a few hours here.
- Design*SpongeAugust 3, 2014This one-time tabernacle church is an experience you will not soon forget, and there is not a bad seat in the house. Everyone should see a show here at least once in their lives. Read more
- Kelsey YoungApril 9, 2018Dustin Lynch at the Opry at the Ryman 🎶 ... Pro Tip: During November & December if you get tickets to the Opry, your show will be at the Ryman due to the Rockettes show held at the Grand Ole Opry.
Jim A.September 17, 2016This is an amazing historical review of how bluegrass and country music found its voice in America. I enjoyed this tour much more than I thought I would!
David HitchingsNovember 25, 2016Went for a late self guided tour on a performance day and got to see the performance warming up which was cool. History of the Ryman video is an experience.
Dustin SoperJuly 10, 2018This is the most legendary concert venue in Nashville. Get to the Merch table (2nd Floor) early - they make exclusive Hatch Prints for nearly every show!
Colin LordFebruary 25, 2015The self guided tour is great. They'll literally let you just wander around the building looking at stuff. You can take as much or as little time as you like.
Cherise MingusJuly 28, 2011A concert at The Ryman is an intimate experience. Balcony seats are best but you can't go wrong with seats anywhere. I have seen The Avett Brothers & Bon Iver here. It's the best venue in the south!
Lucky MagazineJuly 5, 2012It started as a church, then served as The Grand Ole Opry. Now, it’s one of the country’s most famous music venues. David Byrne with St. Vincent, The Shins and Crosby Stills and Nash are playing soon.
stephanie s.July 4, 2018Beautiful venue with fantastic acoustics! Balcony seats are wonderful. Can't wait to return!
Hotel IndigoApril 24, 2013Home to the Grand Ole Opry® from 1943 to 1974, the Mother Church of Country Music, complete with the original stained glass windows, now hosts world-class musicians from across the musical spectrum. Read more
JBLJune 4, 2013When you're finished with the Country Music Hall of Fame, take in a show at the historical Ryman Auditorium. It's been around since the 1800s and is called the "Mother Church of Country Music."
Jim RobertFebruary 19, 2016We attended the Nashville for Africa concert and it was fabulous. We also at before the concert at their new cafe and the food was great.
Miguel GonzalezDecember 9, 2018The "stage level" section which is typically called the Orchestra section is called the "Mezzanine Section" and the upstairs second level is the "Balcony Section"
CMTAugust 30, 2011The "mother church" of country music is the original home of the Grand Ole Opry. The atmosphere and acoustics are spectacular in any section, but experiencing a show from the balcony is unforgettable.
John MichalkoMarch 4, 2016All great seats and sound. Drinks are a little pricey. $9 for mixed drinks and tap beers. Sitting on church pews so bring a cushion.- JD MaloneSeptember 9, 2017Beautiful venue that has been recently restored. I've sat in every section and there's not a bad seat in the house.
Jason DargavellJanuary 25, 2012Shows at the Ryman are always great and we are proud to work with one of the best venues in the world! by: AEG...They are also ACM venue of the year & Pollstar theatre of the year.
Kyra KilianJuly 28, 2016Amazing! I could "feel" the presence as soon as I walked in the door. A must do in Nashville. (Military discount offered)
Megan MApril 29, 2010Best place to see live music! Acoustics are the best in Nashville plus there's not a bad seat in the house. Faves that I've seen here are Keith Urban and the Black Crowes, and I'm looking forward to
Greg BOctober 21, 2017What an awesome place. You can just feel the history. As others have said, attend a concert if you can, the experience will be 2nd to nothing else!
Megan McNeillApril 26, 2013The combo tour (guided backstage tour and self-guided around the rest) is well worth the $14 ticket price. Mariel was a great tour guide.
Jenny UngJanuary 4, 2016Cool interactive video to start off the personal guided tour, I was throughly impressed! A must-visit for Nashville!
Jeff LAugust 18, 2013Good venue. Downstairs audience stands for most of the concert. Get seats in the balcony if you want to sit during event. Remember, it used to be a church...
David CalhounNovember 11, 2013Fantastic venue! If you can't get floor seats close to the stage, go for the balcony. Always a great view!- Lacy PaschalApril 1, 2012Sitting on the first few rows in the balcony is the best seat in the house in my opinion :) GREAT view and of course the sound in the Ryman is great anywhere.
Lyn HMarch 13, 2011Acoustically the best place to see live music in Nashville. Jack's BBQ off the Ryman alley has some amazing ribs! Sit on the alley patio and gawk at the groupies after the show.
Erik Gl.April 28, 2017Ambiance music and history in one place. See a show, any show and it'll be great
If you have a chance to see ANY music act @ The Ryman, GO FOR IT! There's really not a bad seat in the whole place! An awesome, sacred experience, no matter what act you are seeing!
Sherpa ConcertsMarch 29, 2012Nashville's best live music is at the Ryman, and Tedeschi Trucks Band will only prove that further when they rock this place on 4/29. That's a show you do not want to miss! Read more
Derek EllisMay 9, 2014There is nothing like a show from the balcony. Larry Gatlin, Tj Shepard, and Jamey Johnson made it a fun night.
Allison KasicFebruary 7, 2016Get there early to pick up a Hatch Show Print at the Kerch stand on the 2nd floor. They only sell ~200 per show.
Chris IngramJanuary 12, 2014The History and the feel of this place is awesome and seeing the Opry here for the first time was incredible!!!!!
StaceyApril 22, 2016So much Nashville history within these walls. A great stop for all visitors regardless of your opinion about country music.
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A National Historic Landmark and Mother Church of Country Music, the Ryman is a Nashville icon.
We are currently Pollstar Magazine's Theatre of the Year and the Academy of Country Music Venue of the Year.
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