Nashville: Belmont Mansion General Admission Ticket
Chamonix
Step inside Tennessee’s largest house museum and wander restored rooms filled with original art and furnishings. Discover the story of Adelicia Acklen and 19th-century Nashville.
Belmont Mansion in Nashville offers a self-guided tour suited for history enthusiasts interested in 19th-century architecture and antebellum life.
Highlights
- Experience the ambiance of 19th-century Nashville in a historic Italian villa-style mansion
- Explore restored rooms with original furnishings and artwork
- Learn about Adelicia Acklen and the estate’s residents, free and enslaved
- Discover unique features including gardens and a former private zoo
- Enjoy a flexible self-guided visit at your own pace
Description
Belmont Mansion is the largest pre-Civil War house still standing in Nashville, located on Belmont University’s campus. The mansion reveals the lives of those who lived and worked on the estate, capturing social history through its original furniture, artwork, and statuary.
The mansion evolved from a lavish summer home to serve as Union army headquarters during the Civil War and later became a women’s college and seminary. It once featured extensive gardens, an art gallery, a bowling alley, and a private zoo, reflecting the Acklen family’s distinctive vision.
This self-guided tour allows visitors to explore at their own pace with interpretive displays and staff available to answer questions. The visit concludes at the mansion, with the option to further explore the university campus or return to downtown Nashville.
Includes
- Entry ticket to Belmont Mansion
- Access to all publicly open areas of the historic mansion
- Video tour of the second floor for those with limited mobility
Excludes
- Food and beverages
- Transportation to the mansion
- Souvenir purchases
Important Information
- No food, drink, or gum allowed inside the mansion; bottled water with a closeable top is permitted
- Virtual tour of the second-floor bedrooms available in the Museum Shop for guests unable to climb stairs
- Written introductions to Belmont Mansion’s history are available in English, Spanish, German, and French upon request
- Visit the museum shop to explore additional items
Cancellation Policy
Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund.
For the best experience, wear comfortable shoes and plan your visit during weekday mornings when the mansion is less crowded.
