Parthenon

The Parthenon

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Standing as the centerpiece in Nashville's Centennial Park, the Parthenon is a full scale replica of the Parthenon in Athens, Greece. Come inside … See more

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Jun 22, 2024
Such a nice place to take a walk. Lots of trees and wildlife to explore while walking the paths. The lake allowed for a lot of photo opportunities! If you love nature this was a great place to exp… Full review by Patricia M
Jun 19, 2024
Amazing statues, great history, no time limit on how long you can be there. Interactive things for children to do. There is a QR code to read more if you are interested. Full review by Monica S
Jun 12, 2024
This place is so cool to see and is a great spot to sit and relax plus a great spot to take photos! Make sure you visit the gentleman selling the homemade Italian ice from his cart - it's amazing! Full review by Paschke5
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It is fitting that the "Athens of the South" is home to the world's only full-size replica of the ancient Parthenon. Forty-six Doric columns encircle t…
cityseeker.com
Nashville's Parthenon is an exact replica of the original Parthenon located in Athens. It was constructed in 1897 as part of the Tennessee …
gpsmycity.com
Located in the center of the Centennial Park, the Parthenon operates as an art museum. Built in 1897, the Parthenon is a full-scale re-creati…
visitacity.com
The Parthenon in Centennial Park, Nashville, Tennessee is a full-scale replica of the original Parthenon in Athens. It was designed by Conf…
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Facts

Opened:1897, 1931
Architectural style:Classical
Architect:William Crawford Smith
Director:Pericles

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Can tickets to get inside be easily purchased at the site or do you recommend they be purchased in advance. I don't …
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Can tickets to get inside be easily purchased at the site or do you recommend they be purchased in advance. I don't really like purchasing in advance if I don't have too. Thanks!
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Tix can be purchased onsite, but the wait was about 30 minutes. Pretty sure that even pre-sales would stand in line too.
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How much is the admission to the inside of the attraction?
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Members: Free Adults: $10.00 Children (4-17): $8.00 Seniors (62+): $8.00 (From the website )
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Answer by Melinda L · Jan 1, 2021
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Is there RV parking?
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There are a bunch of parking lots in the surrounding park. You could call the Parthenon gift shop to confirm, maybe?
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A good place for early morning jog?
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Yes, I think this would be a great place for a jog!
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We will be passing through on 3/30/19. Do you recommend buying tix ahead of time or is it safe to buy them when we …
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We will be passing through on 3/30/19. Do you recommend buying tix ahead of time or is it safe to buy them when we get there? Thanks!!
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I think you’ll be safe buying them when you get there. But if you know for sure that you are going to be there and have peace of mind. I would buy them ahead just Incase.
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