Rocketown, Nashville

#101 among attractions in Nashville

Music and shows, Nightlife, Music venue, Cafe

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Facts and practical information

Rocketown is a 40,000-square-foot facility with entertainment space, a coffee bar, and indoor skate park, located in Nashville, Tennessee. First opening in Franklin, TN in 1994-95 by Christian artist Michael W. Smith, Rocketown was created as a safe, drug and alcohol free place for teenagers to hang out. After closing its building for a brief period, it re-opened in 2003 in downtown Nashville. ()

Opened: 1994 (30 years ago)Capacity: 550Coordinates: 36°9'15"N, 86°46'24"W

Address

601 4th Ave SSoBroNashville 37210-2019 United States

Contact

+1 615-843-4001

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Nashville

Day trips

Rocketown – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum, Frist Center for the Visual Arts, Ryman Auditorium, Bridgestone Arena.

~1720 ftNW
Exhibits tracing the music genre's roots
Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum, Nashville
9 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Nashville, Tennessee, the Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum stands as a Mecca for country music enthusiasts and a must-visit destination for tourists. This iconic establishment, dedicated to preserving and celebrating the evolving history...
0.6 miW
Museum, Art museum
Frist Center for the Visual Arts, Nashville
17 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Nashville, Tennessee, the Frist Center for the Visual Arts is a beacon of culture and creativity. Housed in what was once the city's main post office, this museum has been transformed into a premier art destination that offers an ever-changing...
0.6 miNW
Music and shows, Nightlife, Music venue
Ryman Auditorium, Nashville
15 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Nashville, Tennessee, the Ryman Auditorium stands as a beacon of live music heritage. Known affectionately as the "Mother Church of Country Music," this iconic venue has a rich history that resonates with the sounds of legends past and present.
0.5 miNW
Indoor facility for sports and concerts
Bridgestone Arena, Nashville
12 min walk • Bridgestone Arena is a multi-purpose venue in downtown Nashville, Tennessee United States. Completed in 1996, it is the home of the Nashville Predators of the National Hockey League.
0.5 miN
Museum, History museum, Specialty museum
Johnny Cash Museum, Nashville
13 min walk • The Johnny Cash Museum opened in April 2013 in Nashville, Tennessee, to honor the life and music of the country superstar often referred to as the "Man in Black".
0.5 miNW
Music venue
Robert's Western World, Nashville
14 min walk • Robert's Western World is a honky tonk located in Nashville, Tennessee. It has hosted and continues to host many big name country artists.
0.5 miNW
Museum
Tennessee Sports Hall of Fame, Nashville
14 min walk • The Tennessee Sports Hall of Fame is an American hall of fame which honors athletes, teams, coaches, sports writers, and sports executives for their contributions to sports in the state of Tennessee.
0.5 miN
Museum
Patsy Cline Museum, Nashville
13 min walk • The Patsy Cline Museum is a museum that opened on April 7, 2017 on the second floor of the Johnny Cash Museum building on Third Avenue South in Nashville, Tennessee.
0.6 miN
Bridge
Korean War Veterans Memorial Bridge, Nashville
15 min walk • The Korean War Veterans Memorial Bridge, formerly known as Gateway Bridge, is a vehicular bridge that carries Korean Veterans Boulevard over the Cumberland River in Nashville, within the U.S. state of Tennessee.
0.6 miN
Bridge
John Seigenthaler Pedestrian Bridge, Nashville
15 min walk • The John Seigenthaler Pedestrian Bridge is a truss bridge that spans the Cumberland River in Nashville, Tennessee, United States. The bridge spans 3,150 feet and is one of the longest pedestrian bridges in the world.
0.4 miN
Music and shows, Nightlife, Music venue
Ascend Amphitheater, Nashville
11 min walk • The Ascend Amphitheater is an open-air event venue located on the Cumberland River in Nashville, Tennessee. It is set inside the Metro Riverfront Park. The amphitheater seats 2,300 in fixed seating, and 4,500 on the lawn, with a total capacity of 6,800.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

When is Rocketown open?

Rocketown is open:

Monday 12 pm - 8 pm
Tuesday 12 pm - 8 pm
Wednesday 12 pm - 8 pm
Thursday 12 pm - 8 pm
Friday 12 pm - 11 pm
Saturday 9 am - 11 pm
Sunday closed

Which popular attractions are close to Rocketown?

Nearby attractions include Elm Street Methodist Church, Nashville (2 min walk), Primitive Baptist Church, Nashville (2 min walk), Holy Trinity Church, Nashville (5 min walk), Lindsley Avenue Church of Christ, Nashville (8 min walk).

How to get to Rocketown by public transport?

The nearest stations to Rocketown:

Bus

Fulton Station Outbound • Lines: 18 (2 min walk)
Peabody Station Outbound • Lines: 18 (4 min walk)

Train

Riverfront (15 min walk)