Grand Ole Opry House Guided Backstage Tour in Nashville

Recommended by 93% of travelers

Nashville, USA

Very popular!

5+ bookings in the past 6 hours.

+13

1 hour (approx.)
Offered in: English

Why travelers loved this

4.7

· Vanessa_D ·

Jul 2026

Amazing experience! We had a great time and had a great tour guide. Loved being on the stage and the professional picture that was taking of us was absolutely beautiful! Must see while visiting Nashville!

· Julie_C ·

Aug 2026

Well worth the trip! The photo op on stage was a pleasant surprise! And seeing the dressing rooms were pretty cool! Highly recommend!!

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Overview

Go behind the curtain at Nashville’s premier country music stage, the world-renowned Grand Ole Opry, on this small-group backstage tour. Walk in the footsteps of countless country music superstars and get an exclusive, behind-the-scenes look at this legendary venue and show that made country music famous. This is a bucket-list item experience ideal for all fans of country music.

See a side of the Grand Ole Opry that lots of fans miss out on
Hear exclusive stories about what happens behind the scenes
Walk on the same stage as legends like Minnie Pearl and Carrie Underwood
Get a glimpse of the artist’s dressing rooms and green room

What's Included

Guided Backstage Tour of the famous Grand Ole Opry in Nashville
Hear stories about the Grand Ole Opry and Country Music greats from Minnie Pearl to Carrie Underwood
View the Artist Entrance where performers walk into the Opry House on the night of an Opry show
Watch an intro film narrated by Garth Brooks & Trisha Yearwood in the Opry's new theater
You may have the chance to step on stage into the famed wooden circle
Tours may also make a stop in Studio A, a live television studio and former home of "Hee Haw"
Professional Guide
All taxes and fees included in ticket price

Grand Ole Opry Show Admission

Meeting and Pickup

Meeting point

Grand Ole Opry
600 Opry Mills Dr, Nashville, TN 37214, USA
Address: The Grand Ole Opry House 600 Opry Mills Drive Nashville, TN 37214

End point

This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Ticket Redemption Point

600 Opry Mills Dr, Nashville, TN 37214, USA

Itinerary

Backstage at the Grand Ole Opry, walk in the footsteps of country music’s superstars and get an exclusive look into what happens behind the scenes of the show that made country music famous. A knowledgeable tour guide shares a few of the many stories about the Opry and the country music superstars that have played here, from the past to the present.

See photos from some of the Grand Ole Opry's biggest moments in history and walk through the artist’s entrance, where new stars, superstars, and the legends of country music enter the building on the night of a show. There might even be an opportunity to step on stage and into the famed wooden circle as countless musicians and artists have done for many years. Additionally, the tour may include a stop at Studio A, a live television studio and the former home of the hit television variety show Hee Haw, which aired from 1969 until 1992.

Also, see some of the 18 artist dressing rooms, decorated with a unique theme honoring a country music legend and enjoy a video from Grand Ole Opry members Blake Shelton or Darius Rucker, who offer their personal perspectives on what it’s like behind the scenes at the Opry.

Opry

1 hour • Admission Ticket Included

Additional Info

Confirmation will be received at time of booking, unless booked within 2 days of travel. In this case confirmation will be received within 48 hours, subject to availability
Wheelchair accessible
Stroller accessible
Service animals allowed
Near public transportation
Most travelers can participate
Please Note: Due to the high popularity of this tour, times may sell out in advance. Grand Ole Opry Backstage Tours operate every 15 minutes. In the event your selected tour time is not available, you will be placed on the next available tour time.

Children must be accompanied by an adult
Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
Vouchers must be redeemed at Box Office upon arrival and exchanged for tour tickets. Box Office is located on site to the left of the main entrance of the Opry House next to the retail shop. Customers must present valid Photo ID at this time.
Please plan to arrive 10-15 minutes prior to your scheduled tour time to allow enough time for parking and ticket pickup from the Box Office.
Please use this address for the Grand Ole Opry House: 2804 Opry Mills Drive, Nashville, TN 37214
This tour/activity will have a maximum of 14 travelers

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Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.

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Reviews

4.7

based on 2,605 reviews

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Good quality

Carmen_B, Aug 2026

Nice to see all the back stage that you normally would not see. Loved the tour and option for pictures. I would recommend this tour.

First time experience

Denver_L, Aug 2026

I believe overall, it was a very good experience. It was made into a lot of fun. See the person that did the talking and guiding was excellent.

Well worth the trip! The...

Julie_C, Aug 2026

Well worth the trip! The photo op on stage was a pleasant surprise! And seeing the dressing rooms were pretty cool! Highly recommend!!

It was nice to see behind...

Mary_O, Aug 2026

It was nice to see behind the scenes but don’t like that you have to buy photos and aren’t able to take your own while on the stage. This has changed since last time I was there.

Opry House

GailP_G, Aug 2026

It's about a 45 minute tour. Extremely fast paced. Goes so fast doesn't give you time to take photos.

It’s a Must Do

Victoria_E, Aug 2026

Had a great time would definitely do it again it’s a must see destination. Purchasing of tickets was easy.

I loved everything about...

Suzanne_J, Aug 2026

I loved everything about the tour, from start to finish. Our tour guide, Linda, was excellent and knowledgeable; very friendly and passionate about her job.

Amazing

Sandra_C, Aug 2026

To be able to stand where all those famous country singers stood at one time was amazing would definitely recommend this to anyone who likes and enjoys country music.

Excellent, and efficient good time

Alan_M, Aug 2026

Make sure to get to your 15 minutes early to take the voucher they send you, to go the ticket office to get a scannable ticket to be scanned by the actual tour guide at the front of the Grand Ole Opry. Tour is fun, and educational. Have questions ready.

Wonderful!

Christine_V, Aug 2026

Great experience to learn this history of the Grand Ole Opry! Even if you are not a big country music fan, this is a must see!

Grand ole opry

Maria_N, Aug 2026

Great tour, tour guide excellent, very informative, like the movie, grounds were beautiful too, would recommend it.

Second Rate

Martin_M, Aug 2026

Tour was rushed, very poor to little description of exhibits by guide. Tour was primarily watching a series of videos and rushing from site to another. Don’t waste your money, go to the Ryman Theater for a VERY GOOD TOUR AND EXPERIENCE!

This was incredible -...

Sophia_D, Aug 2026

This was incredible - amazing to walk in the footsteps of all the musicians who have graced the historic Opry stage. The videos were engaging and informative, and our tour guide was knowledgeable and friendly. The tour did move on from the dressing rooms quite quickly, so ensure you get your turn to look. Getting to stand on the stage itself was amazing - however I will say the photo is quite expensive to buy. Overall, I would highly recommend this tour to any music fan.

Our tour guide was so...

Bonnie_G, Aug 2026

Our tour guide was so good. I enjoyed the history and seeing/standing in the circle. I wish the group had been a little smaller. It was hard to see things when others were always in the way taking pictures of everything.

We will be back!

Judi_M, Aug 2026

It was awesome!! We booked it last minute, but it was a great tour. I would definitely recommend it to friends and family!

Grand Ole Opry tour

Mary_A, Aug 2026

The tour was interesting but if you buy your tickets through Viator you will have to go to the Opry box office to exchange for actual tickets. They cannot scan the Viator bar code that is provided.

Very interesting to see...

Jeremy_W, Aug 2026

Very interesting to see the inner workings of this facility. The tour guide was entertaining and informative.

The Grand Ole Opry tour...

Alexia_R, Aug 2026

The Grand Ole Opry tour was wonderful! We learned so much about the birthplace of country music! I love that we were able to step on the original circle!

Great Vibe

Susan_G, Jul 2026

Great to see backstage. Videos were great. You see parts of this building that you don’t see when you come to a show. Glad I saw this building.

This was my favorite part...

Charity_M, Jul 2026

This was my favorite part of my whole experience to Nashville. I would definitely recommend it to anyone.

Fabulous

Lesley_C, Jul 2026

Worth attending. We loved every minute and would definitely go again with the same package. The VIP section was fab

Great Tour!!!!

Stephanie_H, Jul 2026

This was such a great tour. It brought back a lot of memories. Our whole group really enjoyed it. I highly recommend this tour!

Grand ole time...

Crystal_D, Jul 2026

What an unforgettable experience touring backstage at the Grand Ole Opry! Walking the same halls where country music legends have prepared to perform was both inspiring and humbling. Seeing the famous dressing rooms, hearing the incredible stories behind the artists, and standing on the iconic stage gave me a deeper appreciation for the rich history and traditions of country music. Every corner reflected decades of talent, passion, and unforgettable performances. Whether you're a lifelong country music fan or simply appreciate music history, the backstage tour is truly a must-see. It was a memorable Nashville experience that I will treasure for years to come!

Lots of walking. If...

Jill_W, Jul 2026

Lots of walking. If you’re older, some tears for the memories. Interesting for multiple generations but I’d digest teens and up. Any younger would be bored.

Good tour

Elizabeth_W, Jul 2026

This was a very interesting and informative tour. I visited with my 16 year old granddaughter and she really enjoyed it. The video in the circle room was a highlight of the experience. I felt the pace was a little rushed I would have liked a little more time to look at things. It would be nice if the pictures had names below them since not everyone knows who they are. The tour of the Ryman is a much better experience.

This was an enjoyable...

Amy_C, Jul 2026

This was an enjoyable tour, even for people with no real knowledge of the Opry. We were able to see some dressing rooms and the backstage area.

The whole experience was...

Erica_B, Jul 2026

The whole experience was amazing. Not a huge group so was able to hear and see everything. Didn’t like the cost of the picture.

Take the tour!

Kristen_A, Jul 2026

The opening video of the tour was my favorite part. Seeing the dressing rooms the stars actually use was pretty cool. Being able to walk across the stage that famous people you listen to on the radio stand on and have life changing moments is pretty awesome. I love how they incorporate the real stars into the tour also.