Kid-Approved Nashville

Updated: June 30, 2004

We've made finding family-friendly entertainment as easy as ABC and 123.

On this page:Eat, Play.

Eat

  1. 1 4 Star Rating: Recommended Ted's Montana Grill
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    2817 West End Avenue, Nashville, TN 37203 (map)

    Freshly baked snickerdoodle cookies end the meal at this Ted Turner-owned Western-themed eatery.

  2. 2 4 Star Rating: Recommended Calhoun's Restaurant
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    96 White Bridge Rd, Nashville, TN 37205 (map)

    This Tennessee rib chain's predictable menu and casual atmosphere makes it a favorite with families.

  3. 3 3.5 Star Rating: Average Rainforest Cafe
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    353 Opry Mills Dr, Nashville, TN 37214 (map)

    This cartoon jungle is a child's wonderland, with waterfalls, swinging monkeys and a canopy of faux flora and fauna.

  4. 4 5 Star Rating: Highly Recommended Famous Dave's Barbeque
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    5000 Old Hickory Blvd, Hermitage, TN 37076 (map)

    Okay, it's not Tennessee barbecue. But it is a gimmicky-fun meal that will please the whole family.

  5. 5 4.5 Star Rating: Recommended Bobbie's Dairy Dip
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    5301 Charlotte Ave, Nashville, TN 37209 (map)

    Kids of all ages go crazy for the soft-serve ice cream treats at this Nashville classic.

Play

  1. 6 4 Star Rating: Recommended Adventure Science Center
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    800 Fort Negley Blvd, Nashville, TN 37203 (map)

    Popular museum that's crowded with kids learning about history and science.

  2. 7 4 Star Rating: Recommended Nashville Zoo at Grassmere
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    3777 Nolensville Rd, Nashville, TN 37211 (map)

  3. 8 4 Star Rating: Recommended Fundom Kids
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    221 Gifford Pl, Joelton, TN 37080 (map)

    Indoor play area for children 9 and younger with toys, two-story castle, kitchen area, racetrack, slides and swings.

  4. 9 4.5 Star Rating: Recommended Radnor Lake State Natural Area
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    1160 Otter Creek Rd, Nashville, TN 37220 (map)

  5. 10 3 Star Rating: Average Riverfront Park
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    First Avenue and Broadway, Nashville, TN 37203 (map)

  6. 11 5 Star Rating: Highly Recommended Warner Park Hdqrs
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    50 Vaughn Rd, Nashville, TN 37221 (map)

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