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Escape Room in Berry Hill Nashville: 7 Games, One HourThe Escape Game Nashville in Berry Hill is an escape room activity where you and your team solve puzzles and find clues to complete a mission in 60 minutes, guided by a live staff member. The location features seven games—including Nashville, the company's first-ever escape game and available only here—plus a larger Playground room that fits up to 12 players. An adult must accompany anyone under 15, and the games are recommended for ages 13 and up.Is it for me?Book this if your group wants to solve puzzles together under time pressure with a guide on hand—the live staff member keeps things moving without taking over, and the seven different games mean you can try another one on a return visit or bring different friends to a fresh storyline.
Nashville Comedy Bus Tour: Sing-Along with Live HostsThe Nashville Rollin Jamboree is a 1.5-hour sing-along bus tour hosted by Grammy winner Cousin Gil and comedian Jenny Carson, mixing country music with adult-themed comedy as you roll past Music Row and downtown Nashville. This is a 21+ only experience with live hosts, no filters, and moments where passengers become part of the show; groups over six must call directly to book.Is it for me?Book the 11:30am departure if you want the morning slot and prefer an earlier start to your day; the 1:30pm tour works better if you're sleeping in or have other plans in the morning. Either way, this is the only sing-along comedy bus in Nashville, so if you want live hosts, country music and adult humor all at once, there's no other option that does it.
Nashville: Instagram Murals Golf Cart Tour & PhotosYou get a local guide, a golf cart, and stops at Nashville's most photogenic murals across the Gulch, Downtown, East Nashville and Music Row in under two hours. No separate entry fees, no planning the route yourself — just arrive, shoot, and leave with the Instagram content you came for.Is it for me?Book this if you want Instagram-ready photos of Nashville's best murals without spending hours researching locations or navigating neighborhoods on foot — the golf cart and guide handle both, leaving you to focus on the shot.
Ryman Auditorium Nashville: Self-Guided Tour & Stage PhotoYou arrive at the Ryman box office with your voucher and photo ID, collect your ticket, and move through the building on your own schedule. You watch the "Soul of Nashville" video, explore five new multimedia exhibits featuring artifacts and hosted segments from Marty Stuart, Nicole Kidman and others, and stand onstage for a souvenir photo. No guide, no group, no fixed pace — just you and one of Nashville's most active music venues.Is it for me?Right for anyone who wants to experience the Ryman's history and stage without a scheduled group or fixed itinerary. The self-guided format means you control the pace, which works well if you're traveling solo, with family, or if you want to spend extra time with the exhibits that matter most to you.
Nashville: Downtown Helicopter Tour & Music Row FlyoverYou’ll feel Nashville’s energy shift as you rise above its rooftops—flying past landmarks like the Parthenon, Titans Stadium, and Music Row with a local pilot guiding you through stories and sights most visitors never see. It’s not just about views; it’s about catching that rush of excitement as downtown unfolds beneath your feet.
Nashville: Ghost Tour & Civil War History with Local GuideYou walk through five of Nashville's most historic downtown landmarks after dark with a knowledgeable local guide who separates documented history from legend. The tour covers Civil War connections, local accounts of unexplained activity, and the real events behind why these places are considered haunted. You don't arrange transportation between stops, pay separate entry fees, or spend the evening wondering if the stories are made up — the guide handles all of it, and the focus stays on understanding Nashville's past rather than manufactured scares. The whole experience takes about two hours.Is it for me?Book this if you want to see Nashville's most significant downtown buildings from an angle most visitors never experience, and you'd rather have a knowledgeable guide handle the history and context than piece it together yourself. The fixed route and timing mean you're not deciding where to go or what to believe — you're just walking and listening.
Murder in Music City: Nashville Ghost Tour for AdultsMurder in Music City is a 90-minute night-time ghost walking tour of Nashville for ages 16 and up, led by a local guide through the city's true crime past. The tour covers murders, mob history, haunted record shops and the former red light district, starting at the Tennessee State Capitol. You'll hear about Andrew Jackson's hauntings, a dashing doctor with a deadly practice, and the Climax Saloon built in 1887. The tour contains mature topics and language unsuitable for younger travelers.Is it for me?At 90 minutes, the tour fits into an evening without consuming your whole night—you can grab dinner before or after and still have time to explore other parts of Nashville. The adult-only format means the guide covers the brutal details without restraint, which is what draws people interested in true crime rather than sanitized history.
Nashville: Dark Secrets True Crime & Haunted Walking TourYou’ll walk through Nashville’s shadowy streets with a local guide, hearing true crime tales and haunted legends as you go—from Printer’s Alley to the State Capitol. Feel the chill of history under your skin, try your hand with an EMF reader, and catch glimpses of Music City most folks miss after dark.
Nashville Speakeasy Crawl: Three Hidden Bars & True Crime StoriesA guided evening through three of Nashville's most exclusive speakeasies, each hidden behind unmarked doors and stocked with signature cocktails and the true crime stories of Prohibition. You'll visit an old pharmacy, a private second-story lounge, and a speakeasy so unmarked that locals barely know it exists. A live English-speaking guide leads the crawl; minimum age is 21 with valid ID required. Alcoholic beverages are not included and are optional — you choose what to drink at each stop.Is it for me?Choose the standard Bar Crawl Tour if you want the three speakeasies and the stories without extra frills, or pick the VIP Golf Cart Upgrade or All Inclusive Golf Cart option if you'd rather have transportation between venues handled and want to avoid navigating the streets yourself. The VIP Bar Crawl adds an escort to a secret location and a password for entry if you want the deepest level of access.
Nashville: Downtown Pub Crawl & 5 Bars with Drink SpecialsYou'll walk five unique bars in downtown Nashville's historic district over 2.5 hours, hitting exclusive drink specials and competing in Nashville-themed games with other guests. Your professional guide layers in local history and keeps the energy moving without rushing you. Groups mix fast — people often leave with new friends instead of just the ones they came with. Valid ID required, 21+ only.Is it for me?Book this if you want a night out with built-in social momentum — the games and group format do the work of turning strangers into a crew, which is what makes a pub crawl in a new city actually fun instead of just a way to drink.
Nashville: Brewery & Distillery Tour by Golf CartYou ride a golf cart to up to four Nashville breweries and distilleries with a local guide who knows the spots and the stories. Samples are on you, but transportation, the guide, and trip insurance are included. Two hours total, 20–25 minutes per stop, no walking between locations.Is it for me?Book this if you want to taste Nashville's beer and spirits scene without driving yourself or planning the route — the golf cart and guide handle both, leaving you free to focus on the drinks and the people you're with.
60 Minute Escape Game at Opry Mills NashvilleA 60-minute escape room game at Opry Mills in Nashville where your team solves puzzles and follows clues to complete a mission, guided by a live host who helps as needed. You choose from three immersive games: Gold Rush, Special Ops: Mysterious Market, or Sabotage (a team-versus-team game exclusive to this location). An adult must accompany anyone 14 and under; games are recommended for ages 13 and up. Plan 15 minutes before the game to brief and 15 minutes after to debrief and photograph your win.Is it for me?Solve puzzles together at our Opry Mills location, then grab BBQ, chocolate, or whatever you're craving—everything's steps away in the same mall.
Nashville: 90-Min Open-Air Minibus Tour & Music RowYou ride ninety minutes through Nashville's music history and local corners in an open-air minibus, starting at Hatch Show Print and covering Music Row, downtown murals, Capitol history, and stops most tourists miss. Your guide shares the stories behind the studios, the streets, and the city itself. Pickup is included, the bus is wheelchair accessible, and you're back with your afternoon still ahead of you.Is it for me?Book this if you want to see Nashville's main attractions and local stories in ninety minutes without arranging your own transport or navigating the city on foot — the open-air minibus and experienced guide handle both, leaving your afternoon free.
Nashville: Sightseeing, Murals & Brewery Tour in 3 HoursYou'll spend one hour on Nashville's main sights (Ryman, the Capitol, downtown landmarks), one hour photographing street murals, and one hour at a brewery or distillery of your choice. The guide covers Nashville's actual history and neighborhoods, not just the tourist highlights. The whole thing takes three hours, operates rain or shine, and you can customize which stops matter most to you. Small groups, no separate bookings needed.Is it for me?Best for travelers with a few hours to spare who want to see multiple sides of Nashville — history, music, street art, and local flavor — without booking separate tours or figuring out transport between stops.
Nashville 12South Food Tour: 7 Tastings & Secret Dish WalkYou’ll taste your way through Nashville’s lively 12South neighborhood—starting with breakfast tacos, then digging into hot pork & grits casserole, cookies, brisket quesadillas and more. A local guide leads you between stops (with plenty of stories), ending with a surprise secret dish. Expect laughter, new flavors, and maybe a little Southern hospitality sticking with you afterward.
Nashville: Private City Tour with Singer-Songwriter & Live MusicYou’ll ride through Nashville with a local singer-songwriter guiding you past city icons like Music Row and the Parthenon, hear an original song performed live outside, snack on classic GooGoo Clusters, and get stories you won’t find in any brochure. This isn’t just sightseeing — it’s feeling the city’s rhythm up close.
Franklin: Civil War Day Tour with Lotz, Carter & Carnton HousesYou’ll walk through bullet-scarred rooms at Carter House, hear local stories at Lotz House, and stand beneath old trees at Carnton where soldiers once lay wounded—all with a knowledgeable guide and time to explore Franklin on your own. Expect more than facts: you’ll feel echoes of history under your feet.
VIP Tours of Memphis from Nashville: Graceland & Sun StudioYou ride four hours each way on an air-conditioned coach with a professional driver, skip the Graceland entry line with VIP access, tour the mansion and see Elvis's airplanes and car museum at your own pace, eat lunch on your own at Graceland, take a one-hour guided tour of Sun Studio where legends recorded, watch the Peabody ducks walk the red carpet, and have free time on Beale Street before returning to Nashville after dark.Is it for me?Right for travelers based in Nashville with a full day free and a real interest in Elvis and rock and roll history. The four-hour drive each way is part of the experience — it's what gets you to Memphis and back in one day without arranging your own transport or entry tickets.
Escape Room Nashville Downtown: 60 Minutes, 4 GamesThe Escape Game Downtown Nashville is a 60-minute escape room experience in the heart of downtown where you and up to seven others solve puzzles, follow clues and work together to complete a mission before time runs out. Choose from four uniquely themed games: Legend of the Yeti, Prison Break, The Heist, or Timeliner: Train Through Time. A dedicated game guide leads you through the entire experience and offers hints if you get stuck. The location sits steps off Broadway with restaurants and live music nearby, and you'll spend about 15 minutes before the game preparing and another 15 after to debrief and take photos.Is it for me?Book this if your group wants a structured challenge that doesn't require any setup or planning on your end—the guide handles the briefing, the timer, and the hints, so you just show up and solve. The downtown location also works well if you want to combine the escape room with a meal or drinks nearby before or after.
Nashville Ghost Bus Tour: Haunted History in ComfortA 2-hour ghost bus tour of Nashville's most haunted locations, led by a live guide who uncovers real tales of murder, betrayal and restless spirits from the shadowy corners of Printers Alley to the haunted halls of Union Station Hotel. The VIP experience rides in comfort on a coach bus with a small group, exclusive bonus stories not on the standard walking tour, and the option to sip drinks from partner venues before departure. Guests under 18 must be accompanied by an adult; the tour is rated PG-13 for mature themes including true crime and historic tragedies.Is it for me?The bus ride is what makes this work for anyone who wants Nashville's haunted history without walking the streets for two hours — you stay seated, the guide brings the stories to you, and the small group keeps it personal instead of crowded. Choose this if you'd rather ride in comfort and hear the deeper true crime details than cover the highlights on foot.
