American Airlines Flights from Los Angeles (LAX) to Nashville (BNA)
Orbitz is pleased to offer airline tickets on American Airlines, which operates a daily non-stop flight from Los Angeles (LAX) to Nashville (BNA) regularly scheduled to depart at 11:55am and arrive at 5:55pm. Usually a Boeing 737-800 is flown for this route, with in-seat power sources available. Generally, a movie is offered on this route, as well as audio programming. The average travel time from Los Angeles, CA to Nashville, TN is 4 hours.
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During your Nashville vacation, don't miss these great establishments and attractions:
The Parthenon
Centennial Park, as the name implies, was built for the Tennessee Centennial Exposition of 1897, and this full-size replica of the Athens Parthenon was the exposition's centerpiece. The original structure was only meant to be temporary, however, and by 1921 the building, which had become a Nashville landmark, was in an advanced state of deterioration. In that year, the city undertook reconstruction of its Parthenon and by 1931 a new, permanent building stood in Centennial Park. The building now duplicates the floor plan of the original Parthenon in Greece. Inside stands the 42-foot-tall statue of Athena Parthenos, the goddess of wisdom, prudent warfare, and the arts. Newly gilded with eight pounds of gold leaf, she is the tallest indoor sculpture in the country.In addition to this impressive statue, there are original plaster castings of the famous Elgin marbles -- bas-reliefs that once decorated the pediment of the Parthenon. Down in the basement galleries of the Parthenon, you'll find an excellent collection of 19th- and 20th-century American art. The Parthenon's two pairs of bronze doors, which weigh in at 7 1/2 tons per door, are considered the largest matching bronze doors in the world. A recent renovation of the building included air conditioning, which should make for pleasant viewing on muggy summer days. Allow about 30 minutes.
Lotz House
Located directly across the street from the Carter House, this restored 1858 home was built by Albert Lotz, a German woodworker. Today, the house contains a large private collection of Civil War and Old West artifacts. Several rooms in the house have also been decorated with period furnishings. This house, too, was used as a hospital after the Battle of Franklin.
Ryman Auditorium & Museum
If you're as enamored with music history as I am, you could devote several hours to a self-guided tour of this National Historic Landmark where you're free to stand onstage -- even belt out a few bars if the spirit moves you -- or sit in the hardwood "pews," and wander the halls upstairs and down, looking at memorabilia in glass showcases. However, the typical tourist may be satisfied with a quick walk through the stately redbrick building. In either case, the best way to experience the Ryman is to attend a performance here. The site of the Grand Ole Opry from 1943 to 1974, the Ryman Auditorium is known as the "Mother Church of Country Music," the single most historic site in the world of country music. Originally built in 1892 as the Union Gospel Tabernacle by riverboat captain Tom Ryman, this building served as an evangelical hall for many years. By the early 1900s, the building's name had been changed to honor its builder and a stage had been added. That stage, over the years, saw the likes of Enrico Caruso, Katharine Hepburn, Will Rogers, and Elvis Presley. The Grand Ole Opry began broadcasting from here in 1943. For the next 31 years, the Ryman Auditorium was host to the most famous country music radio show in the world. However, in 1974, the Opry moved to the then-new Grand Ole Opry House in the Music Valley area. Since its meticulous renovation in 1994, the Ryman has regained its prominence as a temple of bluegrass and country music. Its peerless acoustics make it a favored venue of rock's best singer-songwriters and classical musicians, as well. Allow at least an hour for a self-guided tour.
Shoney's Inn-Music Valley
This modern hotel is one of the first lodgings along Music Valley Drive and is within walking distance of the Opryland Hotel. Recent renovations include a new continental breakfast bar and refurbished lobby and lounge. An indoor pool makes this a good choice for an off-season vacation. Five of the 13 suites feature two sleeper-sofas in addition to a king-sized bed, which makes these convenient for families. Small kitchenettes are another bonus. A complimentary airport shuttle is also available.
Holiday Inn Select Opryland/Airport
If you're looking for someplace convenient to the airport, this Holiday Inn just off the Briley Parkway is a good bet. The lobby features two back-to-back atriums, one of which houses the reception desk, a car-rental desk, and a couple of seating areas, while the other contains the swimming pool, a lobby lounge area, and a terraced restaurant. Guest rooms are fairly standard but feature big TVs and plenty of counter space in the bathrooms. The king rooms have a bit more space and are designed with business travelers in mind. On the 14th-floor executive level, you'll receive a complimentary breakfast and other upgraded amenities.
Best Western Hotel Downtown/Music Row
Remodeled in 2001, this is a casual place (formerly a Quality Inn) that has seen a drop in business since the Country Music Hall of Fame moved out of the neighborhood. Bargain-priced rooms are standard, although the suites offer significantly more space for just a few extra dollars. Live music is performed nightly in the lounge, but it won't disturb your sleep.
