Things to do in Nashville
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Nashville: Barrel Tasting Experience & Take-Home BottleYou’ll taste four single-barrel whiskeys straight from the cask at Nashville Barrel Co, guided by a local expert who makes it all feel easy and fun. Compare flavors with your group, pick your favorite barrel together, and walk out with your own bottle as a souvenir. It’s hands-on, relaxed, and honestly pretty memorable.
Nashville Music City Legends Walking Tour with Bill DeMainYou walk through downtown Nashville's music landmarks — the Ryman, Tootsies, the Country Music Hall of Fame — guided by a journalist who's spent thirty years interviewing the artists who made the songs. All entry fees are included, and the route is accessible for wheelchairs and strollers. You get the inside story instead of the plaque version.Is it for me?Book this if you want Nashville's music history from someone who actually knows the artists and the stories, not a memorized script — the guide's thirty years of interviews and BBC credentials are what make the difference between a walking tour and an inside account.
Nashville Food Tour: 5 Stops in The Gulch with Local GuideYou walk through Nashville's Gulch neighborhood and eat at five different restaurants, bakeries, and eateries over three hours, tasting everything from Tennessee biscuits and BBQ to Japanese ramen and scratch-made Mexican birria. Your guide explains the neighborhood's food history and the people behind each kitchen. The tour includes all five food stops and adds up to a full lunch, so you leave fed and knowing why these places matter to Nashville.Is it for me?Book this if you want to eat real Nashville food at places locals actually go and understand why each one matters, without having to plan five separate restaurant visits or figure out the neighborhood on your own—the guide and the fixed route do both.
Tennessee Whiskey Trail tour: 3 distilleries, 11+ tastingsThe Tennessee Whiskey Experience is a small-group tour departing from downtown Nashville that visits three rotating distilleries along the Tennessee Whiskey Trail, with guided tastings at each stop and behind-the-scenes looks at how Tennessee whiskey is made. The tour runs 6 hours from 11am to 5pm, includes all tastings, transport, water and taxes, and is led by a local guide who knows the region's history. Minimum age is 21 with valid photo ID required.Is it for me?Book this tour if you want to skip the research and the driving — the 11am departure from downtown Nashville, the rotating distillery lineup, and the local guide who knows which places tourists don't find on their own make it the straightforward way to taste beyond the big names in a single afternoon.
Waterfall Hiking Tour from Nashville: 4 Falls & BreweryThis half-day hiking tour from Nashville takes you to up to 4 waterfalls across two state parks and natural areas, with a trained guide sharing the region's prehistoric and cultural history. You'll hike around 2.5 miles, have the chance to swim in cold water (weather permitting), and finish at Common John Brewing with a drink of your choice included. Transportation from Nashville, water, snacks and trekking poles are provided; the tour runs 5 to 6 hours total.Is it for me?The hike covers 2.5 miles at a moderate pace with multiple stops, so it suits hikers who want to move through the landscape without rushing and who are comfortable with water entry. Children from age 9 are welcome; the tour is not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries, pregnancy, or cardiovascular concerns that would make sustained walking difficult.
Nashville Germantown: Food & Walking Tour with Local TastingsYou’ll stroll Nashville’s Germantown with a small group, tasting everything from peppery sausages to handmade chocolates and sipping spirits at a local distillery. Expect laughter with your guide, stories about Victorian homes, and plenty of sensory surprises along brick sidewalks. This tour is more than food—it’s full of unexpected moments you’ll remember long after lunch ends.
Nashville Ghost Tour: Haunted Landmarks & True Legends WalkYou’ll walk Nashville’s shadowy streets with a local guide who brings ghost stories and legends to life—from presidential hauntings at the State Capitol to chilling tales in Printer’s Alley and Skull’s Rainbow Room. Expect laughter mixed with shivers as you explore historic churches and hear true stories that linger long after you leave.
Nashville: Johnny Cash Museum & Country Music Hall of Fame PassYou get skip-the-line entry to six major Nashville music attractions—Johnny Cash Museum, Country Music Hall of Fame, RCA Studio B or Hatch Show Print, Madame Tussauds, Ole Smoky Moonshine tasting, and a day-long trolley pass—with digital tickets sent within 12 hours. Visit each attraction once over the next year at your own pace, no daily ticket hunting required.Is it for me?This pass works best if you're spending several days in Nashville and want to lock in entry to the major music venues without buying tickets separately each morning—the year-long validity means you can spread visits across your stay or return trip, and the trolley gives you a guided orientation of the city without committing to a full-day tour.
Nashville: Murals & Mimosas Tour with Photo StopsYou'll ride through four Nashville neighborhoods on a guided mural tour, stop at 10+ street art pieces for photos, and pause midway for a mimosa and fresh fruit at a local spot. The bus, guide, entry to all sightseeing stops, and one drink are included. Depart and return at the Omni Downtown; the whole experience runs three hours.Is it for me?Book this if you want to see Nashville's street art and take photos without arranging your own transport, timing multiple neighborhoods, or deciding where to stop—the fixed route and included guide handle all three, leaving you free to focus on the shots and the company.
Nashville: Classic Bronco City Tour with Local StoriesYou’ll ride through Nashville in an open-air classic Bronco with a local guide who knows every story behind the murals and back alleys. Expect spontaneous stops for photos, real music history (and maybe a little gossip), plus plenty of laughs along the way. The city feels alive from up here—and you’ll leave feeling like you know it better than most.
Nashville: Pub Crawl Golf Game by Private Golf CartYou’ll hop between five lively Nashville bars by private golf cart, playing bar golf and sharing laughs with your local guide and group. Expect friendly competition, Southern hospitality at each stop, and plenty of stories along Music Row and downtown. It’s casual fun—the kind that sticks with you long after you’ve forgotten your score.
Nashville to Graceland: Private Tesla or Sprinter with driverYou’ll ride from Nashville to Graceland in a private Tesla or Sprinter with a local driver who knows every shortcut and story along the way. Stop for Southern breakfast in Jackson, explore Elvis’s home at your own pace, then catch live blues on Beale Street before heading home. It’s not just transportation — it feels like sharing a piece of Tennessee’s heart.
Nashville: Hattie B’s Hot Chicken, Bourbon & Beer Food TourYou’ll skip the lines at Hattie B’s for legendary hot chicken (with spice levels you actually choose), sip Tennessee bourbon inside Corsair Distillery with stories from your local guide, and finish with a curated beer flight at New Heights Brewing Company—all with transport handled so you can relax into Nashville’s flavors.
Nashville: Downtown Shopping Tour by Golf Cart & MuralsYou’ll ride through downtown Nashville by golf cart with a local guide, stopping at famous murals and boutiques along Music Row. Try on boots, browse trendy shops or relax with a drink at buzzing bars—no pressure to buy anything. The pace is easygoing and you’ll end up feeling like you’ve seen both sides of Nashville: its style and its spirit.
Uncle Nearest Distillery Tour Nashville: Award-Winning WhiskeyThis is a round-trip bus tour from downtown Nashville to the Nearest Green Distillery in Shelbyville, where you take a 90-minute guided tasting and learn the history of Nathan "Nearest" Green, who taught Jack Daniel how to make whiskey. The tour includes distillery admission, a professional guide, transportation in an air-conditioned coach or van, and a stop at Humble Baron, home of the world's longest bar. You're 21 or older with a valid photo ID.Is it for me?The five-hour commitment means you can do this in an afternoon without sacrificing the rest of your Nashville day, and the bus pickup in downtown Broadway saves you the drive and the logistics of getting to Shelbyville yourself.
Nashville Helicopter Tour: Quick Hop Over Music CityA short helicopter flight over Nashville that covers the Tennessee State University area, the Cumberland River winding through downtown, and the historic Tennessee State Penitentiary—all in under 10 minutes of airtime. The total time from pickup to return is about 20 minutes. A live guide narrates in English, and bottled water is provided.Is it for me?Pick this if you're staying downtown without a car—we handle pickup and dropoff from your hotel, so there's no transport logistics to manage yourself.
Nashville: Haunted Night Walking Tour & Ghost Stories DowntownYou’ll wander Nashville’s shadowy streets with a costumed local guide, hearing ghost stories outside places like Ryman Auditorium and Printer’s Alley. Expect laughter mixed with goosebumps as you learn how to spot spirits (or try), pause at old churches and hotels, and catch glimpses of Music City’s haunted side you won’t forget soon.
Downtown Nashville Food Tour: 5 Tasting StopsA 3-hour food tour through downtown Nashville with a professional local guide, stopping at 5 restaurants for savory and dessert tastings while passing landmarks like the Ryman Auditorium and Broadway. The portions are substantial enough to replace lunch or dinner, so plan accordingly. Dietary restrictions are accommodated when noted at booking; the guide speaks English and leads groups through the evolving Nashville dining scene with daily-changing menus.Is it for me?Start in downtown Nashville itself, so you don't need a car or a ride to the meeting point — the tour begins where the walking begins. If you're staying elsewhere in the city, public transportation options are nearby to get you downtown.
Nashville: Ghost Hunt by Golf Cart & Paranormal Gear Night TourYou’ll join a small group for a real ghost hunt in Nashville by golf cart—with all equipment included—and visit haunted sites like Fort Negley and an old cemetery after dark. Your local guide shares stories and firsthand accounts as you try EMF detectors and spirit boxes yourself. Expect laughter, chills, and maybe something you can’t explain.
Murder Mystery Pub Crawl Nashville: Solve Birdie PattersonMurder in Printer's Alley is a two-hour interactive murder mystery pub crawl through Nashville's historic bars and speakeasies where you become the detective investigating who killed Birdie Patterson in the 1920s. You'll meet live characters, examine clues, interrogate suspects, and uncover the truth behind a real Prohibition-era cold case while moving between venues. Minimum age is 21 with valid ID required for bar entry; groups must have at least six people.Is it for me?The crawl starts and ends within walking distance of downtown Nashville, so you don't need a car or a ride service between stops—everything stays in one neighborhood. If you're staying elsewhere in the city, public transportation options are available nearby to reach the starting point.
