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Nashville: Downtown Pub Crawl & 5 Bars with Drink Specials
Nashville: Downtown Pub Crawl & 5 Bars with Drink Specials★★★★★★★★★★ 4.72 (728)2h 30mYou'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.Free cancellationTravelers' pickLikely to sell outfromUS$ 29View ›
Nashville: Brewery & Distillery Tour by Golf Cart
Nashville: Brewery & Distillery Tour by Golf Cart★★★★★★★★★★ 4.73 (689)2hYou 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.Free cancellationLikely to sell outfromUS$ 60View ›
60 Minute Escape Game at Opry Mills Nashville
60 Minute Escape Game at Opry Mills Nashville★★★★★★★★★★ 4.99 (683)1h 15mA 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.Free cancellationfromUS$ 44View ›
Nashville: 90-Min Open-Air Minibus Tour & Music Row
Nashville: 90-Min Open-Air Minibus Tour & Music Row★★★★★★★★★★ 4.92 (667)1h 45mYou 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.Free cancellationKids −48%fromUS$ 49View ›
Nashville: Sightseeing, Murals & Brewery Tour in 3 Hours
Nashville: Sightseeing, Murals & Brewery Tour in 3 Hours★★★★★★★★★★ 4.86 (664)3hYou'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.Free cancellationLikely to sell outKids −27%fromUS$ 110View ›
Pigeon River: White Water Rafting Upper Section with Gear
Pigeon River: White Water Rafting Upper Section with Gear★★★★★★★★★★ 4.91 (616)1h 30mYou’ll feel your pulse jump as you paddle down the Upper Pigeon River’s wildest stretch with a local guide leading every rapid. From gearing up at Big Creek Expeditions to that first icy splash, every moment is hands-on — and yes, you’ll probably laugh at yourself along the way. All equipment is included so you can just show up ready to get soaked.Free cancellationTravelers' pickfromUS$ 46View ›
Ocoee River Middle Whitewater Rafting: 17 Rapids in 5 Miles
Ocoee River Middle Whitewater Rafting: 17 Rapids in 5 Miles★★★★★★★★★★ 4.97 (607)3hThe Ocoee River Middle whitewater rafting trip is a 5-mile guided raft down 17 major class III and IV rapids in the Cherokee National Forest, starting below Ocoee Dam No. 2. The trip runs about three hours and includes transportation, all safety gear, a guide, and a practice session before you launch. Minimum age is 12 years old; no rafting experience is required.Is it for me?Book this trip for a first day or a free afternoon when you want to run real whitewater without planning the logistics yourself—the bus picks you up, the guide handles the river, and you paddle 17 named rapids in one morning.Free cancellationTravelers' pickLikely to sell outfromUS$ 53View ›
Nashville 12South Food Tour: 7 Tastings & Secret Dish Walk
Nashville 12South Food Tour: 7 Tastings & Secret Dish Walk★★★★★★★★★★ 4.90 (605)3hYou’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.Free cancellationInfants freefromUS$ 89View ›
Nashville: Private City Tour with Singer-Songwriter & Live Music
Nashville: Private City Tour with Singer-Songwriter & Live Music★★★★★★★★★★ 5.00 (570)2hYou’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.Free cancellationTop ratedfrom · per groupUS$ 455View ›
Pigeon Forge: Motown Live Show Tickets & Dine-In Seating
Pigeon Forge: Motown Live Show Tickets & Dine-In Seating★★★★★★★★★★ 4.62 (565)1h 30mYou’ll slip into your seat at Pigeon Forge’s Grand Majestic Theater and get swept up by live Motown classics, served with table-side snacks or drinks if you want them. Expect stories behind each song, lots of laughter, and maybe singing along when you least expect it — all wrapped up in a friendly local vibe that lingers long after curtain call.Free cancellationTravelers' pickKids −100%fromUS$ 50View ›
Franklin: Civil War Day Tour with Lotz, Carter & Carnton Houses
Franklin: Civil War Day Tour with Lotz, Carter & Carnton Houses★★★★★★★★★★ 4.78 (558)7hYou’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.Free cancellationKids −49%fromUS$ 102View ›
VIP Tours of Memphis from Nashville: Graceland & Sun Studio
VIP Tours of Memphis from Nashville: Graceland & Sun Studio★★★★★★★★★★ 4.75 (550)15hYou 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.Free cancellationTravelers' pickInfants freefromUS$ 380View ›
Escape Room Nashville Downtown: 60 Minutes, 4 Games
Escape Room Nashville Downtown: 60 Minutes, 4 Games★★★★★★★★★★ 4.99 (507)1h 15mThe 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.Free cancellationfromUS$ 44View ›
Pigeon Forge: Red Skelton Tribute Comedy Show Tickets
Pigeon Forge: Red Skelton Tribute Comedy Show Tickets★★★★★★★★★★ 4.92 (486)1h 45mYou’ll sit back in Pigeon Forge as Brian Hoffman brings Red Skelton’s classic comedy routines back to life—think silly voices, heartfelt pantomimes, and quick-witted jokes. Before the show, explore vintage memorabilia from TV’s golden age and settle into flexible seating with your group. You’ll leave smiling—and maybe feeling a little nostalgic for simpler times.Free cancellationTravelers' pickKids −100%fromUS$ 38View ›
Pigeon Forge: Crave Golf Club Two-Course Mini Golf & Rooftop Play
Pigeon Forge: Crave Golf Club Two-Course Mini Golf & Rooftop Play★★★★★★★★★★ 4.77 (471)2hYou play 38 holes across two themed mini golf courses — one indoor, one rooftop — at Pigeon Forge's top-ranked course. The setup includes mini-bowling and a candy store, with all taxes and fees covered. Plan for two to three hours, and if weather shifts, an indoor backup course keeps the day on track.Is it for me?Right for families and mixed-ability groups who want a full mini golf experience without surprises — both courses, all amenities, and every fee already covered. The two-to-three-hour window is what makes playing both courses realistic without eating your whole day.Free cancellationBest valuefromUS$ 22View ›
Sevierville: Erik Dobell Mind Reading & Magic Show
Sevierville: Erik Dobell Mind Reading & Magic Show★★★★★★★★★★ 4.94 (460)1h 15m–1h 30mYou watch Master Mentalist Erik Dobell perform live mind-reading, magic, and comedy in an intimate 75–90 minute show at the Impossibilities Theater in Sevierville. The whole audience stays engaged because it's interactive — someone gets called on stage, and you're allowed to film it. It's ranked #1 for theaters in Sevierville and sits on the Parkway, so it's easy to reach if you're visiting the Smoky Mountains area.Is it for me?Book this if you want a live show that's different from the usual tourist attractions in the Smoky Mountains — it's interactive, you can film it, and it's small enough that you're close to the stage the whole time.Instant confirmationTravelers' pickKids −34%fromUS$ 26View ›
Smoky Mountains: Upper Pigeon River Whitewater Rafting Fun
Smoky Mountains: Upper Pigeon River Whitewater Rafting Fun★★★★★★★★★★ 4.94 (458)2hYou’ll feel your heart race as you tackle class III & IV rapids on Tennessee’s Upper Pigeon River with a seasoned local guide. Expect laughter, splashes, and stories against a backdrop of Smoky Mountain mist. Includes all safety gear and transport from check-in to launch — just bring your nerve (and shoes that won’t fly off).Free cancellationfromUS$ 46View ›
Nashville Ghost Bus Tour: Haunted History in Comfort
Nashville Ghost Bus Tour: Haunted History in Comfort★★★★★★★★★★ 4.65 (449)2hA 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.Free cancellationTravelers' pickfromUS$ 55View ›
Gatlinburg: Moonshine & Wine Walking Tour with VIP Tastings
Gatlinburg: Moonshine & Wine Walking Tour with VIP Tastings★★★★★★★★★★ 4.93 (442)3h 30mYou’ll taste Gatlinburg’s boldest moonshines and local wines side by side with new friends, get rare behind-the-scenes access at working distilleries, and hear real stories from your local guide. Expect laughter, surprises (and maybe a little fire in your chest), plus all tastings and a moonshine cocktail included.Free cancellationfromUS$ 52View ›
Historic Memphis Walking Tour: Cotton Row and Court Square
Historic Memphis Walking Tour: Cotton Row and Court Square★★★★★★★★★★ 4.80 (440)2h–3hThis 2-hour guided walking tour of Memphis explores the city's 19th-century heart, moving through Cotton Row and Court Square while a professional guide shares stories of yellow fever, Civil War battles, and Prohibition-era bootleggers. The tour includes the famous Peabody Hotel duck march and sweeping Mississippi River views. It's wheelchair accessible and suitable for all fitness levels, including families with strollers.Is it for me?You get a guided narrative of Memphis's past without arranging transportation or timing around a group schedule—the professional guide sets the pace and the route, so the history unfolds as you walk, and the whole tour fits into a morning or afternoon.Free cancellationTravelers' pickKids −50%fromUS$ 33View ›
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