The Parthenon
Monument · Centennial Park, Nashville

The Parthenon

Photo: Steve Swayne · CC BY 2.0 · Wikimedia Commons

The structure was built in 1897 for the Tennessee Centennial Exposition. It now houses an art museum with casts of the Parthenon sculptures. The exterior matches the original dimensions from Athens.

On day 2 of Nashville

Good to know

Tickets
Admission fees apply; check the official site for current prices.
Time needed
Allow 1 to 2 hours.
Best time
Weekday mornings to avoid crowds.
Getting there
Inside Centennial Park, reached by car, bus or short walk from downtown Nashville.

Itineraries with The Parthenon

Day 2 of Nashville

Centennial Park and the Gulch

How The Parthenon fits into a day.
  1. 9:00Centennial Park Nature WalkCentennial Park
  2. 10:15Parthenon at Centennial ParkThe Parthenon
  3. 11:30Frist Art MuseumFrist Art Museum
  4. 14:45The Gulch Street Art HuntThe Gulch
  5. 19:00Grand Ole OpryMusic Valley
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The Parthenon questions

Is the Parthenon in Nashville original?

No. It is a concrete replica built in 1897.

What is inside the Parthenon?

An art museum displays casts of the Elgin Marbles and a large Athena statue.

Are there opening hours?

Hours vary by season; confirm on the venue website before visiting.

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