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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.

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.

All aboard for a one-of-a-kind Chattanooga experience! Begin your day on a vintage trolley as our local guide leads you through the heart of downtown, sharing stories of the city’s rail heritage, Civil War past, and vibrant culture. Then, your journey continues aboard a historic train ride — a must for railroad fans and adventurers alike. This combo tour blends nostalgia, storytelling, and scenery into an unforgettable exploration of Tennessee’s Scenic City, where tracks and trolleys meet for a fun, family-friendly adventure.

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.

Discover the stories of whiskey-making in pre-prohibition America with this visit to Nelson’s Green Brier Distillery with Guided Tour and Tastings. Located in Marathon Village, this historical venue is a treasure trove of fascinating tales about sunken ships, lost gold, and a revived family business. No need to worry about paying for tastings during your visit, as alcoholic drinks are included, and you’ll get to try a sampling of four seasonal offerings.

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.

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).

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.

Trace Memphis' history, from the Civil War to modern-day, on this guided walking tour. Learn about the history of this rowdy blues, soul, and rock ‘n’ roll river town, and visit many of the city’s top attractions—Beale Street and sections of the Mississippi River among them. Experience, too, a time-honored Memphis tradition: Peabody Hotel's March of the Ducks.

No need to sidle up to the Great Smoky Mountains National Park visitor center at 9am to catch that ranger-led tour—with this self-paced audio guide, you have your own expert at your disposal, right on your phone. As you drive through the park, stories, tips, and more automatically play, getting you the most out of your Smoky Mountain adventure.

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.

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.

Elevate your museum visit with a 1-hour Guided Tour of the Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum. This docent-let experience begins at 8:30am, beginning before the museum opens to the public, and transports guests through country music history with engaging narratives about the people, places, songs and stages that have played a part in the sound's storied history - supplemented by priceless instruments, dazzling stagewear, and iconic artifacts. Following the guided tour, you are welcome to reenter the museum galleries and continue exploring on your own.

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.

Discover Nashville with ease on this trolley tour. Simply hop on at one of the route's 13 stops, and sit back as you listen to live onboard commentary. Over 100 points of interest are discussed during the ride, including Centennial Park, Ryman Auditorium, and the Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum. Stay on board for as long as you like, then get off and explore the attractions that interest you most. Perfect for getting a sense of the city's layout and what it has to offer.

Take to the water for an adrenaline-fueled whitewater rafting adventure along the Upper Pigeon River. Enjoy spectacular views of the Smoky Mountains as you paddle through the gorge, tackle more than a dozen thrilling Class III and IV rapids such as ‘Snapdragon’ and ‘Powerhouse’, and perhaps jump in to cool off with a swim.

See the highlights of Memphis and learn about the city in a deeper way than you could on your own on a city tour. Get your bearings as you pass by key landmarks or upgrade to a package that includes a ride on a riverboat and or a visit to Sun Studio, where Elvis Presley recorded his first song.

While there are several different ghost tours in Nashville, not many let you explore the city in style aboard a spooky-themed coach. On this murder, true crime, and ghost tour, listen to spine-tingling stories and sip on a curated cocktail as you head to haunted landmarks like the Union Station Hotel and Printers Alley.

Discover local Nashville fare and Southern favorites on this guided walking tour. As you explore the city, learn the history behind famous sites like Broadway, the Country Music Hall of Fame, the Ryman Auditorium, and Printers Alley. Try typical Tennessee-favorite food such as Nashville hot chicken, barbecue, beer, and more at local restaurants while you hear stories about Music City.

With so much variety, it can be tricky to know which local drinks in Nashville are the best to try. This specialty tour helps you gain insight about local beers and spirits through tastings at the city's local distilleries and breweries. No need to worry about traveling on public transport, as VIP transfers between sites are provided. Along the way, stop at 3–4 different locations that make beers, bourbons, moonshine, and vodka.

No need to travel far to take this thrilling Pigeon River white-water rafting tour, which departs from a central location right by Pigeon Forge and Gatlinburg—one of the closest put-ins in the area. As the lengthiest rafting trip on the Pigeon River, this excursion is perfect for thrill seekers, while a guide on every raft makes it appropriate for rafters of all experience levels.

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 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.

Combine ghost stories and historical information on the same tour with this night walk in Nashville. No need to worry about getting lost as a guide takes care of the navigating. The tour reveals spooky stories about Broadway’s popular nightlife area that you likely wouldn’t uncover alone, as well as some of Nashville’s most famous sights. Along the way, find out interesting stories about the Ryman Auditorium, as well as the 2010 floods.