Top Nashville Culture - page 3

Get to know Nashville's pub and brewery scene on this 2-Hour Guided Afternoon or Evening Brewery & Distillery Tour by Golf Cart. With a local guide, visit up to 4 of the city's top breweries or distilleries, where you have the option to try craft beers and other spirits. You may even have the chance to pass by some of Nashville's top murals on the way to tour locations, as well as meet the people behind the drinks and learn how they're made. Please note: Drinks at each stop are at your own expense.

This guided tour of the Belle Meade Mansion offers an unforgettable experience at one of Nashville's most iconic historic sites, with a wine tasting. Explore the impressive 1853 Greek Revival Mansion on a guided tour, then enjoy a complimentary wine tasting at the on-site Belle Meade Winery. Your admission also includes access to the scenic grounds, historic outbuildings, outdoor games, walking trails, gift shops, and the delicious Belle Meade Meat & Three restaurant.

See the homes of Nashville’s biggest stars on this narrated sightseeing bus tour. Climb aboard a comfortable, air-conditioned motor coach and drive through some of Nashville's most scenic, upscale, and secluded neighborhoods to see the homes (past and present) of superstar names such as Taylor Swift, Dierks Bentley, Reese Witherspoon, Martina McBride, and many more (homes subject to change).

Discover Nashville's thriving nightlife scene during this guided pub crawl. Enjoy craft cocktails, local brews, and/or samples of authentic Tennessee Moonshine as you scope out the city's best spots, including the famous Doc Holliday's. All tour participants receive an exclusive gift bag with a souvenir fanny pack.

Most tourists visit Nashville for its world-famous music scene, but food lovers know that exploring the city’s culinary scene is an excellent way to experience Southern hospitality. Travel to five unique tasting stops and enjoy a mix of elevated fare and comfort food using seasonal ingredients on this small-group food tour. Between stops, hear about Nashville’s rich heritage at highlights such as the Ryman Auditorium or the Schermerhorn Symphony Center.

Don’t miss the opportunity to take a private tour of Nashville & Music City in the company of a local singer/songwriter. During this excursion, you’ll see some of the city’s top landmarks and locations while getting a chance for scenery/group photo opps and a private performance from your guide. You’ll get to admire the Centennial Park/Parthenon, Bicentennial Park, Music Row, Broadway/Honky Tonk Row, 12th Avenue South, the Gulch, Bluebird Cafe, Marathon Village, and more sites and stories in between…while getting a behind-the-scenes insight into Nashville’s music scene, this is ideal for music buffs and music fans alike!

The Gulch is one of Nashville's trendiest neighborhoods. It is also, in my view, a snapshot of how the city has grown and developed over the last 15 years. We'll stop at several well-known and lesser-known sites, learn about the history of the Gulch, the influences on it today, and the diverse nature of what this vibrant neighborhood offers.

Explore some of Nashville’s top museums and attractions at your own pace with the Nashville Multi-Attraction Pass. Enjoy admission tickets to each destination, saving time and money with discounted and pre-booked fares. Highlights include Admission to the Johnny Cash Museum, the Country Music Hall of Fame, 1-Day Hop On Hop Off Trolley Tour, RCA Studio B OR Hatch Show Print Studio, Madame Tussauds Wax Museum in Nashville, and a moonshine tasting at Ole Smoky Moonshine.

Purchase your admission ticket to the Musicians Hall of Fame in Nashville, Tennessee in advance to breeze past entrance queues and head straight into the museum, where a wealth of artifacts await. Explore exhibits that display instruments used by the country’s top musicians like Elvis, George Harrison, and Frank Sinatra. Plus, your ticket grants you access to the interactive GRAMMY Museum Gallery®, where you can immerse yourself in the history of the awards.

Explore Nashville from a local's perspective on this city tour with a local guide. Aboard an open-air, low-speed vehicle, cruise through Nashville to see numerous landmarks and other sightseeing locations. Notable sights along this tour include Country Music Hall of Fame, Ryman Auditorium, Music Row, The Gulch, and Marathon Village. Select a morning, afternoon, or evening tour when booking.

Nashville is home to some of the US’s most storied landmarks, so you can be sure that there are plenty of spooky tales to hear among all of that history. Meet your lantern-carrying guide dressed in an authentic Victorian costume and explore the haunted history of the city’s famous sights. Learn about presidential phantoms, the ghastly Civil War, and the country stars that met a tragic fate.

The Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum is a major stop on many Nashville travelers' itineraries, making ticket lines painfully long on most days. Bypass the annoyance of standing in line just to buy your way in, and instead, purchase your admission ticket online ahead of time. You’ll get to explore the hall of fame at your own pace with an audio guide that’s available in five languages.

Leave Nashville with perhaps the ultimate souvenir—your own letterpress poster from legendary Hatch Show Print—thanks to this great combo tour that takes in two classic country music experiences. Tour Hatch Show Print with a guide, learn how they still make posters for the Grand Ole Opry House & Museum, then create your very own print. After that, explore the Country Music Hall of Fame independently.

Step back in time to 1864 and the Civil War’s Battle of Franklin on this full-day tour from Nashville. The Battle of Franklin was one of the worst disasters of the war for the Confederate States Army. On this tour, see the bullet and cannon ball holes as well as the battle-scarred floors that still bear witness to the carnage of this dark time in history. Spend time in the town of Franklin to shop, eat and view its historic sites.

Located on the Mighty Mississippi River, Memphis is the birthplace of Rock ‘n’ Roll, the capital of Blues and home to some of the best barbecue you can put in your mouth. Explore Memphis, with VIP access to Graceland, during this 15-hour day trip from Nashville. See the home of Elvis Presley, aka the King, and take a guided 1-hour tour of Sun Studios.

Discover a different side of Nashville’s history with this Belle Meade Plantation Journey to Jubilee history tour. This guided educational tour focuses on the lives and stories of the African Americans enslaved on this plantation. It’s an interactive experience, encouraging dialog and conversation about the history of slavery while honoring the legacies of those who suffered on this property. You’re allowed to tour the property alone after the experience and can enjoy a complimentary wine tasting.

Discover how the Civil War affected Belle Meade and Nashville On the Battle at Belle Meade tour, learn about how the Harding-Jacksons and those enslaved on the property lived through the American Civil War. On this dynamic outdoor walking tour you will make multiple stops across the property, following the footsteps of the soldiers who skirmished at Belle Meade. Discover how the US Colored Troops, the Army of the Cumberland, and the Army of Tennessee fought at the Battle of Nashville, and its impact on the American Civil War. All ages welcome. This tour does not go inside the mansion.

Most visitors to Nashville stumble into live music venues without knowing the stories behind the stages. This tour changes that. The Nashville Live Music Bar Crawl isn’t just about drinking — it’s a curated, guided walk through Music City’s most iconic streets, where you’ll explore authentic venues and hear live performances from real Nashville artists (not just the same cover bands you’ll hear everywhere else). What sets us apart: A music-first experience led by a local host with deep knowledge of Nashville’s scene Exclusive drink specials at each stop, no cover, and no lines ️ A thoughtfully planned route through Printers Alley, 2nd Ave, and Broadway — no guesswork, no tourist traps Great for solo travelers, couples, and groups — everyone leaves with memories (and maybe a few new friends) The only full live music crawl experience in Nashville If you want to truly feel the soul of the city — not just see the sights — this is the crawl for you.

Cover more ground in Music City with this Nashville e-bike tour. Set off with your guide and small group to pedal through the heart of the city and take in sights like Lockeland Springs and Shelby Park, stop to snap a picture from the Pedestrian Bridge, and dismount to stroll along the Country Music Walk of Fame. End with the Nashville Famers Market and the Bicentennial Mall, two of the city’s top sights.

Explore the historic Jack Daniel's Distillery on this guided tour from Nashville. Embark on a tasting tour of the distillery and sample several tastings of premium Tennessee whiskey. Tours departing first thing in the morning include free time to walk through the nearby town, famous for its Tennessee Walking Horse, and downtown Lynchburg.

Nashville's historic downtown bars occupy buildings with ghost stories and local legends attached—details that a standard bar crawl doesn't cover. This guided walking tour stops at several historic bars in the downtown area, with a guide covering the legends and ghost stories associated with each building along the route.

See a new perspective on Nashville on this delightfully spooky, after-dark walking tour. Meet at the Tennessee State Capitol, set off with just a small group for company, and follow your guide: you’ll see local landmarks ranging from supposedly haunted churches and music venues to drinking dens and more. As you go, hear eerie ghost stories, and learn more about Nashville, from the Civil War up to the modern day.

Explore downtown Nashville on a food walking tour. Learn about the architecture, history, and landmarks of the city with a guide as you wander through the historic riverfront area and sample Southern food items and a specialty cocktail. You may also hear some live music and perhaps enjoy a beer.

The Bicentennial Mall is one of Nashville’s premier tourist destinations. On this self-guided walking tour, you’ll experience a performance of the Tennessee Carillon, stroll down the Walkway of Counties, visit the 200-feet wide map of the state, and learn about the State Capitol building. The tour ends with a trip down the Pathway of History, where you’ll learn how the state developed, hear about the sit-in protests during the Civil Rights era, and visit a World War II memorial. Along the way, you’ll learn about the history of Tennessee and Nashville. You’ll also get a sense of how the Bicentennial Mall is a representation of all things Tennessee, from its beauty to its people, and its music. After all, the park was designed to celebrate the state. This magnificent park, an extension of the State Capitol, is one of the most historical spots in Nashville and you can enjoy this tour of the park on location or virtually at home after downloading the VoiceMap app.