Every great city has a park kids never forget — in Nashville, it’s Dragon Park, home to a giant mosaic sea serpent that generations of children have climbed, chased, and loved.
Officially Fannie Mae Dees Park in the Hillsboro Village area, this charming neighborhood park’s star is the whimsical Sea Serpent sculpture covered in colorful mosaics. Beyond the dragon, families find a playground, shady trees, open lawns, tennis courts, and picnic tables — everything for a perfect family afternoon.
It’s tailor-made for families with young children, but honestly, adults love it too. The dragon is one of Nashville’s most photographed landmarks and a sweet slice of local nostalgia.
Generations of Nashville families have celebrated birthdays and lazy Sundays under the dragon’s colorful gaze.
Tip: after the park, stroll through nearby Hillsboro Village for a happy treat — the whole area is wonderfully walkable.
Photo: Wikimedia Commons / DragonParkTN
