Top Nashville Sightseeing Tours

Ride through Nashville, lit up for the night, on this downtown trolley tour hosted by a performing guide. Learn about the history of music city and hear tales of all the superstars who have passed through over the years. Snap photos while hearing insightful commentary from your entertaining guide.

Travel down the Cumberland River on a 2-hour pontoon cruise designed for you to have fun whilst enjoying the sights of Nashville! The Nashville Water Taxi is the premier water activity company in town with easy boarding location within walking distance of Downtown Nashville. You'll be greeted by your licensed USCG Captain and Deckhand who will offer you drink (for purchase) before setting sail, giving you the opportunity to relax on board, soak in the sights, and enjoy some Nashville History. Live narration will begin after departing the dock and will continue while cruise along the Scenic Cumberland River. Don't miss out on the local history, wildlife, and amazing photo opportunities of the Nashville Skyline! Note: Bar is available onboard to purchase a wide variety of drinks including alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages. (Ex. water, soda, local & domestic beer, wine, canned cocktails and champagne!)

Get oriented with Nashville on this quick "New Nashville" tour, which was designed to show off the best of the city for those short on time or who only want an introduction before exploring more on their own. Traveling by open-top double-decker bus, you'll pass by more than 100 landmarks and attractions, such as Ryman Auditorium and Vanderbilt University.

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.

Instead of looking up public transport schedules, this sightseeing bus tour is a fun and efficient way to tick off multiple Nashville landmarks in a short space of time. Enjoy the convenience of letting someone else plan the itinerary for you, so you can sit back, enjoy the views, and listen to commentary along the way. Sights the tour route showcases include Music Row, Printer’s Alley, and the Nissan Stadium.

See the sights and sounds of Nashville on this guided sightseeing tour around Music City. Choose from a morning or afternoon departure, then enjoy the ride. Get an educational and entertaining live narrative from the experienced guide while rolling past famous landmark locations like the historic Ryman Auditorium, Music Row, the Tennessee State Capitol, and more. Admission is included to Ryman Auditorium and the Country Music Hall of Fame.

Enjoy Nashville through its food and drinks on this food tour by small-group van. With a guide, you'll be introduced to the city's food, history, culture, and sights in one tour as you visit quirky and quaint neighborhoods and stop at local eateries to sample dishes such as slow-roasted barbecue, authentic hot chicken, and Nashville's own frosty cocktail, the Bushwhacker. Select your preferred departure time when booking.

Enjoy skip-the-line admission to Nashville's Grand Ole Opry for an evening of live country music featuring new stars and legends. After the show, take a guided backstage tour exploring artist entrances, iconic dressing rooms, and Studio A, the former home of "HEE HAW." Stand in the famous wooden circle where stars perform. Premium seating options are available for an elevated experience.

Cruise on Nashville's Cumberland River aboard one of the country's largest paddle-wheel boats, the 'General Jackson Showboat', during this excursion. Book for a lunch or dinner cruise, enjoying the scenery on the riverbanks as well as live entertainment. Round-trip transportation from local hotels included.

Watch Music City light up after dark on a nighttime bus tour of the city by one of our Traditional Trolley's. Take in Nashville’s key sites, hear stories about Nashville’s colorful history, and hop off for photo stops at several locations along the way.

Join Mint Julep Experiences for a whiskey lover’s dream day trip from Nashville to Lynchburg, home of the iconic Jack Daniel’s Distillery. Enjoy time exploring Lynchburg’s historic town square before embarking on a guided distillery tour with premium whiskey tastings, including single barrel and limited-edition varieties. With round-trip transportation, scenic countryside views, and expert storytelling, this tour offers a perfect blend of history, flavor, and Southern charm.

See more of Nashville than just the music sights on this street art tour by private golf cart. With a guide, cruise along city streets, stopping at murals for photo ops. Select a morning, afternoon, or evening departure time when booking.

Tick off many of Nashville’s top landmarks, and get spectacular views you won't find anywhere else, in a short space of time on this private helicopter tour over Nashville. Ascend above Music City and get aerial views of the Ryman Auditorium, Downtown Nashville, the Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum, the Tennessee State Capitol, and Germantown.

See more of the Music City in less time on a tour of downtown Nashville, a great way for first-time visitors to orient themselves. Choose from two tour durations and with a small group limited to 15, master the basic techniques of your self-balancing Segway before setting off to explore the city. Tick off landmarks like the Country Music Hall of Fame, Tennessee State Capitol, and the Schermerhorn Symphony Center.

Cover the top sights in Nashville without getting footsore on this unique tractor tour of the city’s highlights. Settle into the bench seats inside the red barn-themed trailer and explore the city at a leisurely pace so you have plenty of time to take in the landmarks and snap photos. Learn about Nashville’s history and break up the tour with a stop at Marathon Village to take in the shops and museum.

Anyone can visit Nashville, but not everyone can experience the city through the eyes of a local. Get an insider’s introduction to “Music City” during this walking tour, led by a born-and-bred Tennessean local. Listen to stories of the people who make the city so unique as you visit landmarks like the historic Hermitage Hotel, the Tennessee State Capitol, and Ryman Auditorium.

Get the party started with this one-of-a-kind party tractor tour that will have you dancing through the streets of downtown Nashville. Get down on the light-up dance floor with a live DJ and on-board bar (drinks extra) as your professional tractor driver pulls your party trailer, or watch the fun from themed horse-saddle seats. Enjoy 90 minutes of a club on wheels, leaving you plenty of time to experience Nashville’s nightlife afterwards on your own.

Guarantee your entry to the historic Belmont Mansion, the largest house built in Tennessee before the Civil War, by booking your admission ticket in advance. Enjoy an introduction with a historical interpreter, then explore the Italianate villa on a self-guided tour. Visiting Belmont Mansion is an opportunity to explore one of the few 1850s-era homes still standing in Nashville.

On this half-day you can make the most of limited time in Nashville, as a guide takes you to two state parks in just a few hours, with private transport included. Along the way, pass by four waterfalls and learn stories about the ancient history of the area. To help keep energy levels high, water, snacks, and a drink at the brewery are included.

Climb aboard Nashville’s Music City Rollin’ Jamboree for a high-energy, adults-only blend of comedy, country music, and sing-alongs. Hosted by award-winning comedian and Grammy winner Cousin Gil, this bus tour rolls through iconic spots such as Music Row and Downtown Nashville. Packed with laughs and toe-tapping tunes, it offers a popular (and unique) way to see the city, and is ideal for special occasions.

See the highlights of Nashville’s musical history on this small-group electric bike tour. It’s literally rock and roll as the wheels of an e-bike ride you through Music Row, Lower Broadway, Marathon Village, and Bicentennial Capitol Mall State Park without breaking a sweat. Let the expertise of your guide take you beyond downtown to the site of the CMA Fest, RCA Studio B, and more before returning to downtown Nashville’s Music Row.

This "Murder in Music City" evening walking tour is perfect for true crime enthusiasts looking to uncover Nashville’s chilling past. Over 90 minutes, you’ll explore tales of mobs, murders, hauntings, and scandalous history, all while visiting iconic landmarks like the Tennessee State Capitol and the Wilcox Building. Hear the tragic story of the Maxwell House Hotel and uncover the city’s hidden secrets on this unforgettable ghost tour.

Step back in time with Nashville Vintage Tours, where the charm of the past meets modern comfort in a Ford Model-T replica golf cart. Glide through the streets of Nashville and soak in the rich history while enjoying a unique driving experience that captures the essence of vintage style. Perfect for those looking to explore the city with a twist, this tour offers a nostalgic ride that’s sure to turn heads and create lasting memories. - Ride in a Ford Model-T replica golf cart for a vintage experience - Explore the streets of Nashville while enjoying modern comforts - Ideal for history enthusiasts and those seeking a unique city tour - Experience a piece of automotive history with every drive