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Belle Meade Historic Site & Winery vs Adventure Science Center
Adventure Science Center and Belle Meade Plantation are both rated highly by expert reviewers. On balance, Belle Meade Plantation scores slightly higher than Adventure Science Center. Belle Meade Plantation scores 81 with praise from 6 publications such as Fodor's, concierge.com and Lonely Planet.
Belle Meade Historic Site & Winery
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5025 Harding Pike, Nashville, TN 37205
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Concierge
"Horses were the name of the game at this former thoroughbred nursery... today, even though there are no horses to be found, the plantation is a popular draw for history buffs."
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The 45-minute tour of the main house, led by guides in 19th-century garb, is a must
Frommer's
"The Greek Revival mansion is the centerpiece of the affluent Belle Meade region of Nashville and is surrounded by 30 acres of manicured lawns and shade trees."
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Lonely Planet
Top Choice
"The 1853 mansion is open to visitors, as are various interesting outbuildings, including a model slave cabin, and wine tasting."
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Fodor's
"Known as the "queen of the Tennessee plantations," this stunning Greek Revival house is marked by the Civil War bullet holes that riddle its columns."
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Afar Magazine
"The mansion also has a winery on site and hosts tastings daily."
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Adventure Science Center
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U.S. News & World Report
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800 Fort Negley Blvd., Nashville, TN 37203
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Fodor's
"Science is an adventure in this museum packed with hands-on activities, changing displays, and a flight simulator."
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Afar Magazine
"An educational and playful trip for kids and adults alike."
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Lonely Planet
Top Choice
"In the center of the museum, kids scramble up the 75ft-high Adventure Tower, a multi-level tower loaded with interactive distractions spotlighting health, earth science and energy. "
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"For over 70 years, this nonprofit institution has inspired the lifelong discovery of science."
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U.S. News & World Report
17.0
"Interactive displays at the Adventure Science Center allow little ones to learn about science, from what goes on inside the human body to what goes on thousands of light-years above our heads."
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Recent visitors praised the hardworking staff but recommend avoiding an afternoon visit when the center gets overcrowded with school groups.
