Nashville: Private Open-Air Minibus Tour with Murals & Breweries

Summary

Private nashville sightseeing tour with murals music row & local stories

You’ll ride through Nashville’s neighborhoods on your own open-air minibus with a local guide who knows every shortcut and story. Expect up-close mural stops, Music Row tales, moonshine samples at Marathon Motor Works, and time to wander Bicentennial Capitol Mall State Park. It’s casual but full of surprises — you’ll leave with photos and moments you didn’t see coming.

What’s the experience like?

The first thing that hit me was the breeze — warm, a little sticky, but honestly perfect for rolling through Nashville in an open-air minibus. We’d barely pulled away from downtown when our guide, Marcus (born and raised here), pointed out a mural I’d never noticed on past trips. The colors almost glowed against the brick — I snapped a photo but it didn’t really catch how it felt to see it in person. Someone in our group joked about starting a mural count. We lost track after eight.

Marcus had this way of mixing stories about Music Row with random facts — like how some old studio used to be a TV repair shop, or which bars still served musicians after midnight. He let us pick the playlist for a bit (my cousin chose Dolly, obviously) and then we swung by Bicentennial Capitol Mall State Park. There was this faint smell of kettle corn drifting over from the farmers market stalls, and I remember thinking how much quieter it felt compared to Broadway’s noise. My niece tried moonshine at Marathon Motor Works — just a sip — and made a face that had us all laughing.

I didn’t expect to care about the history behind those streets where Bible printing and brothels somehow coexisted (Marcus called it “Nashville’s weird balance”). But something about hearing it while looking out at the city made me feel connected in a way I hadn’t before. The bus seats were comfier than I thought they’d be, and we kept our drinks cold in the giant cooler they provided — small detail but it mattered once the sun started beating down harder.

Honestly, I still think about that view from one of our photo stops — skyline in front of us, friends beside me, music playing low. It wasn’t perfect or planned down to the minute, but that’s what made it feel real.

Step-by-step itinerary

Day 1 — Private 2-hour Nashville sightseeing tour

• Learn about artists and recording studios
• Explore Bicentennial Capitol Mall State Park
• Sample moonshine at Marathon Motor Works
• Visit American Pickers store
• See famous and hidden Nashville murals
• Take group photos with city views
• Hear history of early Nashville street

Top questions

How long is the private Nashville minibus tour?

The private open-air minibus tour lasts 2 hours per booking slot.

What attractions are included on this Nashville sightseeing tour?

You’ll visit Downtown Nashville murals, Music Row, Bicentennial Capitol Mall State Park, Marathon Motor Works, and more if you customize your route.

Is hotel pickup included for this private group tour?

The tour includes flexible pickup arrangements; contact directly to confirm your preferred location.

Can we customize our Nashville private tour itinerary?

Yes, tours are fully customizable based on your group’s interests—just ask when booking.

Are drinks or snacks provided during the tour?

A large cooler filled with ice is included so you can bring your own drinks or snacks along for the ride.

Is this minibus tour wheelchair accessible?

Yes, transportation options are wheelchair accessible for all guests.

Are infants or small children allowed on this private bus tour?

Infants and small children can join; strollers or prams are welcome and infants must sit on an adult’s lap.

What’s included

Your day includes private transportation in an open-air minibus with individual seats for everyone in your group (up to 12 people), a large cooler packed with ice for any drinks or snacks you want to bring along, plus all routes are wheelchair accessible so everyone can join comfortably—even little ones in strollers or service animals if needed.