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title: Andrew Jacksons Hermitage
slug: andrew-jacksons-hermitage-hermitage
type: attraction
sub_type: museums
source_url: https://www.tripster.com/detail/andrew-jacksons-hermitage-hermitage
city: Hermitage
state: TN
country: US
address: 4580 Rachel's Lane
geo:
  lat: 36.21517
  lng: -86.61295
cancellation_policy: Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experience.
extracted_at: 2026-06-16T16:52:55.814Z
price_from:
  amount: 20.95
  currency: USD
  unit: per_adult
availability: InStock
rating:
  value: 4.5
  count: 5926
  scale: 5
ticket_options:
  - group: Other Options
    options:
      - name: Grounds Pass
        price: 20.95
        regular_price: 21.95
        savings: 1
        ticket_types:
          - name: Adult (13+ yrs)
            min_age: 13
          - name: Youth (5-12 yrs)
            min_age: 5
            max_age: 12
          - name: Child (0-4 yrs)
            min_age: 0
            max_age: 4
---
## Overview

Visit Andrew Jackson’s Hermitage in Nashville, TN, and explore its 1,120-acre grounds at your own pace. Wander expansive gardens, enjoy interactive exhibits, and stroll walking trails that reveal the stories of presidential and plantation life. Mansion entry and tours are available with an on-site upgrade.

Discover the vast 1,120-acre estate of The Hermitage, once home to President Andrew Jackson, where historic architecture meets sweeping gardens and tranquil walking trails. Begin your visit at the Andrew Jackson Center, where the film and museum exhibits introduce the stories and legacy of the estate, then continue across the grounds to explore the gardens, historic outbuildings, and scenic pathways at your own pace.

## What's Included
- Access to the Andrew Jackson Center, including an introductory film and museum exhibits  
- Entry to the one-acre English garden and the president’s tomb  
- Access to over 1,120 acres of preserved grounds with walking trails and interpretive signage  
- Self-guided audio tour available on any mobile device as you walk the property

## What's Not Included
- Mansion entry and tours (these may be upgraded separately on-site)

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## Ticket Options

- **Grounds Pass** — $20.95 (regularly $21.95, save $1.00)
  Ground Pass includes access to the historic plantation grounds, gardens and cemetery. Pass also includes access to museum exhibits, an introductory film, and audio narration for the self-guided tour. Mansion entry and tours upgrade available on site.
  - Adult (13+ yrs)
  - Youth (5-12 yrs)
  - Child (0-4 yrs)

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## Good to Know
* Learn about presidential life and enslaved community history.  
* Access includes museum exhibits, an introductory film, and audio narration.  
* Free parking is available on site.  
* Suitable for all ages; free admission for ages 4 and under.  
* Bring bottled water and a picnic lunch to enjoy on the grounds.  
* Food and beverages are available for purchase at the on-site Andrew & Rachel’s cafe.  
* Visitors can shop for souvenirs at the museum store.  
* Picnics are welcome with picnic tables available near the Andrew Jackson Center and historic Hermitage Church.  
* Food and beverages are not permitted inside the mansion or the Andrew Jackson Center.  
* Bag check is available, but visitors are encouraged to leave large bags and backpacks in vehicles; items carried inside may be subject to search.  
* Dogs are allowed on the historic grounds if leashed, but not inside any buildings; owners must clean up after pets.  
* ADA-defined service animals are allowed inside all buildings.  
* Motorized and non-motorized wheelchairs are welcome, though some areas may be challenging due to historic site conditions.  
* Wheelchair ramps are available at the mansion, but the second floor is not wheelchair accessible; interpreters provide photos and explanations of second-floor rooms.

## FAQs

### Where is Andrew Jackson's Hermitage located?
Andrew Jackson's Hermitage is located at 4580 Rachel's Lane, Nashville, TN 37076. From I-40 west, take exit 221, and from I-40 East, take exit 221A. Then, Old Hickory Boulevard north until you see the entrance sign for The Hermitage on the right. Please note that Rachel's Lane is not accessible from Lebanon Pike.

### How far is Andrew Jackson's Hermitage from downtown Nashville?
The Hermitage is about 20–30 minutes from downtown Nashville.

### Is parking provided?
Yes, the Hermitage offers free parking on site.

### What is included in the Grounds Pass?
Grounds Pass to The Hermitage includes access to the Andrew Jackson Center, where an introductory film, *Jackson*, is shown, as well as where the museum and exhibits are located. Tickets also include an audio tour, which can be accessed on any mobile device as you walk the property. Visitors can visit the garden, other historic buildings on site, and enjoy walking trails, historical markers, and more on the 1,120 acres that make up The Hermitage plantation.

### Is the Hermitage suitable for children?
Yes, the Hermitage offers engaging exhibits, outdoor trails, and self-guided audio tours suitable for all ages. Children ages 4 and under can enter for free.

### Can I bring my own food and beverages?
Yes! Picnics are welcome at The Hermitage, and picnic tables are available throughout the property, including near the Andrew Jackson Center and the historic Hermitage Church. Guests are encouraged to bring bottled water to stay hydrated while exploring the grounds. The on-site café, Andrew & Rachel’s Cafe, offers light bites, picnic-ready fare, beer, and wine by the glass. Food and beverages are not permitted inside the mansion or the Andrew Jackson Center.

### Does The Hermitage offer a bag check on site?
The Hermitage offers a bag check, but visitors are encouraged to leave backpacks, large bags, and large purses in their vehicles. Any items worn or carried inside the premises are subject to search.

### Can I bring my dog?
Yes, dogs are allowed to roam the historic grounds if leashed but are not allowed inside any buildings. Owners must bring bags to dispose of waste.

### Are service animals allowed?
Yes, ADA-defined service animals are allowed inside, including the museum buildings.

### Is The Hermitage wheelchair accessible?
Motorized and non-motorized wheelchairs are welcome. Due to the historic nature of the site, some areas may present challenges. Many paths are paved, and wheelchair ramps are available at the mansion, which does not have an elevator; the second floor is not accessible by wheelchair. Interpreters on the first floor provide photos and explanations of second-floor rooms.