The sense of history at The Ryman Auditorium is unmatched by many places. The amount of talent that has gone through the doors (Minnie Pearl, Roy Acuff, Everly Brothers, Johnny Cash, June Carter, Ethel Barrymore, Katherine Hepburn, Elvis Presley, Bruce Springsteen, Sheryl Crow, John Mayer, Kitty Wells, Patsy CLine and many others). Some epsiodes of Hee Haw were recorded there. The Ryman began as a church in the round and was then added a balcon when the confederate soldiers wanted to meet there. Over time and renovations they have kept the original floors and pews. Johnny Cashs memorial service was held at the Ryman. For over 40 years The Ryman Auditorium was the home of the Grand Ole Opry before it moved stages.  They shut it down and then Emmylou Harris recorded an album in the location which won a Grammy. Gaylord came in and purchased and renovated the Ryman as a historical monument.  You get a sense of history just walking through there. It is one of the best places I've ever been in

Joalby said it well - this place is a landmark. The sheer number of talented people that have performed on this stage is staggering. I had a cheesy "tourist" picture taken of me standing on stage playing a guitar - I normally wouldn't have done it but it was worth it to walk in the footsteps of so many incredible entertainers! Just an incredible place.

Great spot to see a show. I saw Social Distortion.

The best place to see live music in Nashville.