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If you’ve got little ones at home, one of the most fun parts of Christmas is taking them to meet Santa! Hearing what questions they come up with and what gifts they want from St. Nick is a fun experience, and whether they laugh or cry, the photos are always priceless. We’ve compiled a list of some of the area’s best places to take your kids to visit Santa, along with tips and tricks to make it an enjoyable experience! 

Cheekwood Botanical Gardens

1200 Forrest Park Drive | Nashville

When?: Tuesdays-Thursdays through Christmas, 8 pm
Cost: Included with Cheekwood Admission
Other: Bring your own camera!

The Mall at Green Hills

2126 Abbott Martin Road | Nashville

When?: During Mall Hours
Cost: $26-52, depending upon package purchased
Other: Santa takes a break from 1:00 to 2:00 p.m. and 5:00 to 6:00 p.m. Monday through Saturday, and 2:00 to 3:00 p.m. on Sundays. Four-legged friends welcome!

Christmas at the Avenue

2615 Medical Center Parkway | Murfreesboro

When?: December 8-10, times vary
Cost: Free!
Other: Located in the Courtyard near Talbots. Make-A-Wish of Middle Tennessee will be on hand December 9 selling Wish Stars.

The Streets of Indian Lake

300 Indian Lakes Boulevard | Hendersonville

When?: Dates and Times Vary
Cost: Free!
Other: Located at the corner of the 4-way stop.

Gaylord Opryland Hotel

2800 Opryland Drive | Nashville

When?: Now through Christmas Eve, Times Vary
Cost: $30+
Other: Santa sits in a guitar-shaped chair with an album backdrop.

Stones River Mall

1720 Old Fort Parkway | Murfreesboro

When?: Through Christmas Eve, Times Vary
Cost: $30+
Other: Pre-schedule your photos and pre-order packages by visiting this website.

Cool Springs Galleria

1800 Galleria Blvd | Franklin

When?: Through Christmas Eve, 10:00 am-9:00 pm Monday-Saturday, Noon-6:00 pm on Sundays.
Cost: $25-50, depending upon package
Other: Santa takes a break to feed the reindeer from 1:00 to 2:00 pm and 5:00 to 6:00 pm  Monday through Saturday, and from 3:00 to 4:00 pm on Sunday.

Country Music Hall of Fame

222 Fifth Ave South | Nashville

When?: December 17, 11 am
Cost: Free!
Other: Participants receive a commemorative photo holder designed by Hatch Show Print.