Nashville: Bar Crawl & VIP Club Entry with Shots

Summary

Lower Broadway bars live music laughter and a wild night out

You’ll jump straight into Nashville nightlife with a local party host leading you through four lively bars and clubs on Lower Broadway. Expect bonus shots at every stop, skip-the-line VIP entry, and plenty of music and laughter along the way. You’ll pass by legendary spots like Ryman Auditorium and end in Printer’s Alley—maybe with new friends in tow.

What’s the experience like?

The first thing I remember is the neon—everywhere, buzzing and flickering off puddles on Lower Broadway. We met our group inside Coyote Ugly (I was a bit nervous, honestly), but our host, Jamie, had this way of making everyone laugh right away. She handed out wristbands and told us not to lose them—“unless you want to pay for your own drinks,” she joked. The place smelled like whiskey and something sweet I couldn’t place, maybe cinnamon from the shots lined up on the sticky bar.

Forty minutes at each stop sounds short, but it’s weird how time bends when you’re having fun—or maybe that was the tequila. At AJ’s Good Time Saloon, a guy in boots taught me how to two-step (badly). The band played “Wagon Wheel” and everybody sang along, arms around strangers. Jamie kept us moving before we could get too comfortable; she said if we stayed too long we’d never leave. She was probably right. Somewhere between Lucky Bastards Saloon and Alley Taps, we walked past the Ryman Auditorium—Jamie pointed it out like it was an old friend. I didn’t expect to feel anything about a building at midnight, but there’s something about seeing history in the middle of all that noise.

I tried to say “cheers” in three different accents by the third bar—Li laughed so hard she almost spilled her shot (sorry again for that). Printer’s Alley was our last stop; it felt quieter somehow, even though people were still shouting over the music. My shoes were sticking to the floor by then but nobody cared. You can stay after the crawl ends if you want—I did—and honestly, I’m glad I did because that’s when you really start talking to people you barely met three hours ago.

Step-by-step itinerary

Day 1 — Nashville nightlife bar and club crawl

• Meet at Coyote Ugly Saloon
• Enjoy VIP entry and bonus shot
• Visit three more bars and clubs
• Walk by Ryman Auditorium
• End tour at Printer's Alley
• Option to stay at final location

Top questions

How long does the Nashville bar crawl last?

The tour lasts approximately 3 hours.

How many bars or clubs are included in the crawl?

You’ll visit four different Nashville bars or clubs during the night.

Is VIP entry included at each location?

Yes, skip-the-line VIP entry is included for every stop on the tour.

Are drinks included in the price?

Bonus shots are included at multiple stops during the crawl.

Where does the tour start?

The crawl begins inside Coyote Ugly Saloon at the Crawl Nashville table.

Can I stay at one of the bars after the tour ends?

Yes, guests can choose to stay at the ending location after the tour finishes.

Is there an age requirement for this bar crawl?

All guests must be 21 or older with valid ID or passport.

What should I wear or bring?

Comfortable shoes are recommended; bring valid ID or passport for entry.

What’s included

Your night includes a professional party host guiding your group through four top Nashville bars and Lower Broadway nightclubs with all cover charges taken care of, skip-the-line VIP entrance everywhere you go, multiple bonus shots along the way, plus a souvenir gift before finishing up in Printer’s Alley—no need to worry about logistics or waiting outside in line.