Nashville, Tennessee—also known as Music City—is a mix of southern charm and modern hipness. Plus, there are so many things to do in Nashville with kids—outdoor adventures, interesting museums, distinct country sounds, and more. I travel to visit my brother and his family in Nashville at least once a year, and I have fallen in love with the magic of the city.

Here are 62 things to do in Nashville, TN with kids, including kid-friendly Nashville restaurants and the best Nashville hotels for families.

For even more great places to stay in Nashville in our list of the best Nashville hotels and resorts for families. And, as always, visit our Family Travel Guide for more family vacation inspiration.

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Find hands-on history at the Boston Tea Party Ships & Museum!

Explore these kid-friendly lazy rivers and spend your summer soaking up the sun with your family.

Roller skating in Atlanta just got a whole lot cooler this summer with the addition of the newly opened SK8 the Roof! SK8 the Roof, a 3,000-square-foot, covered outdoor roller skating rink perched 10 stories above Atlanta’s iconic Ponce City Market, debuted last week and will stay open daily throughout the summer. And when Atlanta families take the elevator ride up to SK8, they also get access to the other amazing rooftop attractions at Skyline Park. Roller skate into fun at this new summer space by reading below!

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Water parks provide a wet and wild aquatic adventure on a sweltering Southern California day. Sure, our SoCal beaches are the best, and swimming in a lake is loads of fun, but you won't have to lug any gear across hot sand that stretches forever when going to a water park!

Water parks have wave pools, family raft rides, lazy rivers, mini slides for little ones, and thrilling slides for teens. Some of our favorite water parks near Los Angeles are smaller parks just for kids (like Buccaneer's Cove), and others are popular theme park extensions (like the Legoland Water Park or the water park at Sesame Place San Diego). There are so many ways to soak in all the fun. 

Start your little ones in the water early with baby and toddler swimming lessons, and test out the waters at free splash pads and water playgrounds in Los Angeles. Plus, dive into more adventures on land and in water in our SoCal Theme and Water Parks Guide.  

Who doesn't love a lazy summer day? When temperatures soar, families inevitably start to look for ways to stay cool within the tri-state area. Look no further than the lazy river: the perfect mix of relaxation and excitement for kids and parents. Whether you're planning a day trip or a weekend escape, these lazy rivers near NYC offer a fun, refreshing break from hustle and bustle.

These lazy rivers near NYC allow you to float through a jungle with waterfalls or wade alongside your toddler. We've found lazy rivers at local hotels and resorts, outdoor destinations along the Jersey Shore, and other summer hot spots, plus lazy rivers at indoor water parks. No matter which lazy river you choose, you're sure to make tons of fun summer memories with your family.

Bookmark our Local Kids' Guide to Family Amusement Parks and Water Parks for even more ideas to get wet and beat the heat this summer!