Nashville: Murals & Mimosas Tour with Photo Stops & Drinks

Summary

Colorful murals, mimosas with friends, nashville’s creative pulse

You’ll jump right into Nashville’s creative side—snapping mural photos across downtown and the Gulch, sharing laughs over fresh mimosas and fruit, and catching small moments you didn’t expect. With easy pickup near Rep. John Lewis Way South and a local guide leading the way, this mural tour feels more like hanging out than sightseeing.

Step-by-step itinerary

Day 1 — Mural sightseeing and mimosas tour

• Depart from Omni Downtown Nashville
• Travel to downtown, the Gulch, and Capital View
• See and photograph 10+ murals
• Stop for mimosas and small bites
• Return to Omni Downtown Nashville

Top questions

How long does the Murals & Mimosas Tour last?

The tour lasts approximately three hours from departure to return at the Omni in Downtown Nashville.

Where does the tour start and end?

The tour starts and ends at the Omni Hotel near Rep. John Lewis Way South in Downtown Nashville.

Which neighborhoods are included on this mural tour?

The route usually includes downtown Nashville, The Gulch, Capitol View, 12 South, and possibly East Nashville.

How many murals do we see or stop at?

You’ll see over ten murals with several stops for photos along the way.

Is food or drink included during the tour?

Yes, one mimosa (or non-alcoholic option) plus fresh fruit is included at a local spot during the tour.

Is transportation provided throughout?

Yes, you travel comfortably on an air-conditioned bus with water and ice available onboard.

Can I bring my own drinks on board?

If you’re 21 or older, BYOB is allowed for the bus ride—just drink responsibly.

Is this tour suitable for all fitness levels?

Yes, it’s suitable for all fitness levels since most stops involve short walks only.

Does this run rain or shine?

The tour operates in all weather conditions so dress appropriately for rain or sun.

What’s included

Your morning includes photo stops at more than ten murals across neighborhoods like downtown Nashville and The Gulch, travel by comfy air-conditioned bus stocked with water and ice, plus one stop where you’ll get a mimosa (or non-alcoholic drink) and fresh fruit—all led by a friendly local guide before returning to your starting point downtown.

What’s the experience like?

We were already laughing before we even left the Omni—someone had brought a ridiculous hat for photos, and our guide (I think her name was Jess?) just rolled with it. The bus was blasting old-school country, but not too loud. We cruised past downtown Nashville’s brick buildings and I kept catching flashes of color out the window—giant wings, cartoon cats, those famous “I Believe in Nashville” stripes. It’s weird how you can walk by these murals and never really look at them until someone points out all the tiny details. Jess told us about one artist who always hides a little raccoon in his work. I started looking for it everywhere after that.

The Gulch felt totally different—sleek glass, people posing in front of angel wings like it was their job (maybe it is?). We stopped for photos at what must’ve been ten spots, but honestly my favorite was this wall covered in messy pink brushstrokes behind a bakery. Smelled like cinnamon rolls and rain on pavement. There was this moment where everyone got quiet for a second, just kind of soaking it in—I don’t know if it was the weather or the sugar crash from the fruit plate we’d just inhaled at the mimosa stop. Speaking of which: mimosas taste better when you’re slightly damp from running through drizzle to get your group shot. That’s just science.

I tried to say thank you to one of the café owners in my best Southern accent—pretty sure I failed miserably because she laughed and handed me another strawberry instead. The whole thing felt more relaxed than I expected; no rush, nobody herding us along. By the time we got back downtown (with about 47 new photos on my phone), I realized I’d actually learned something about Nashville street art—and maybe also about how much fun you can have just wandering with strangers who don’t stay strangers for long. Still thinking about that pink wall.