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Soundwaves, located at the Gaylord Opryland Resort, is an upscale water park and has been a Schwartz family favorite for years. Every year you guys ask me a ton of questions about this fun family Nashville attraction so I made a blog post to compile all your FAQs and tips on planning your next trip! Think of this as your step-by-step guide on booking your next trip to Gaylord Opryland Resort.

Why Should I Choose Soundwaves?

• The park is not overcrowded. Have you ever been to a water park and find yourself waiting in line for over an hour to ride a ride? You will not experience long wait times at Soundwaves making it that much more enjoyable. They also have plenty of seating available.
• Endless entertainment. We get to the park right when it opens, which is 10:00 a.m., find a chair by the pool, and start the fun. There are so many attractions indoors and outdoors. Some of our favorites are the 5 indoor water slides, 6 outdoor water slides, Down-Tempo Lazy River, Up Tempo Rapids River, kiddie pool area, outdoor water slide, and wave pool. We end up leaving around 6:00 p.m. Click here for the list of attractions.
• The food is amazing. We loved the Baja fish tacos, pizza, and more on the Decibels menu! Click here to view the menu.
• Endless towels– They have fresh clean towel stations and you can grab as many as you need while you are there.
• Life jackets are provided– We brought Annie Kate’s little puddle jumper but they do have life jackets and different sizes there. According to Soundwaves, “Coast Guard-approved life jackets are available on a first-come, first-serve basis at various locations. We recommend children under 48 inches and weak or non-swimmers wear a life jacket. Inflatable toys are not allowed in the water attraction. Inner tubes are provided for select slides and rivers and are available on a first-come/first-serve basis. Guests may use their own Coast Guard-approved life jackets or puddle jumpers.”
• Lockers are available– I love throwing my camera and valuables in there so I can have fun and not worry about anything.
• Open 10:00 A.M to 8:00 P.M.
• FAQs- For more FAQs about Soundwaves click here.

Do you have to stay at Gaylord Opryland Resort to Get Tickets to Soundwaves?

According to the Soundwaves website, the only guaranteed access to the water attraction is reserving the SoundWaves Water Experience package. Passes may be offered based on availability to other overnight hotel guests on a limited, first-come, first-served basis but is not guaranteed; guests may check availability at the Cascades Front Desk during their stay or via a link in your pre-arrival email if you booked directly with the resort via phone or online.

Party rooms for 6 to 30 people are offered without an overnight stay and we will be having a birthday party for Grayson at Soundwaves! Stay tuned for that review!

Summer Family Activities at Gaylord Opryland Resort

• Delta Boat Ride– Try to reserve the Lost Treasure Flatboat Voyage at night so you can see all the lights. It’s super magical!
  • Tue -Sun 07:00 pm – 09:00pm

• Pirate and Princess Academy– Grayson and Annie Kate loved this show and they got to pick out a sword and wand at the end.
  • Thu – Sun 2pm – 05:30pm
• Coffer Crafts– My kids loved making crafts here! It’s near the water’s edge which is by the Delta Boat Ride.
  • Sunday – Wednesday, 10am – 2pm
  • Thursday – Saturday, Noon – 10pm

• Fantasy & Folklore Atrium & Fountain Show– Grab an ice cream and enjoy the FREE fountain show.
  • Daily, hourly from 7 pm, 8 pm, 9 pm

Our Favorite Places to Eat

• Bravo Gelato * great spot to grab breakfast before heading to Soundwaves!
• Jack Daniel’s
• Cascades American Cafe
• Cinnabon
• Starbucks
• Paisano’s Pizzeria & Vino
• Delta Marketplace