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Raccoon Mountain Caverns: Crystal Palace Walking Tours

The Crystal Palace Tour is a 45-55 minute guided walking tour through the first 1/4 mile of the cave. This section of the cave has been modified to include lights, pathways, steps, and handrails. Education is the focus of our tours and your guide will explain how caves form, provide a history of the cave, and point out a wide variety of formations such as stalactites, stalagmites, soda straws, and much more, including rare shield and helictite formations! Guests also have a chance to view cave wildlife including bats and salamanders, as well as ancient fossils. Photography is welcomed, however you must keep up with the group. As a reminder our cave is not wheelchair or child stroller accessible.

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Raccoon Mountain Caverns: Crystal Palace Walking Tours

45 minutesFree Cancellation

4.9

(86)

from $29

Likely to Sell Out

Grand Ole Opry House Guided Backstage Tour in Nashville

1 hourFree Cancellation

4.7

(2,608)

from $40

The "Classic" National Park Tour

3 hoursFree Cancellation

4.9

(332)

from $85

Price varies by group size

Ryman Auditorium Self-Guided Tour with Souvenir Photo Onstage

Follow in the footsteps of country legends on a self-guided tour of Nashville’s Ryman Auditorium, a downtown venue known as "The Mother Church of Country Music." Explore five exhibits on the Ryman Auditorium’s musical history, with footage of celebrity hosts to introduce each one. This self-guided Ryman Auditorium tour offers the chance to explore Nashville country music on your own schedule, and take a commemorative on-stage photo.

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Ryman Auditorium Self-Guided Tour with Souvenir Photo Onstage

1 to 2 hoursFree Cancellation

4.7

(950)

from $35

Belle Meade Guided Mansion Tour with Complimentary Wine Tasting

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.

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Belle Meade Guided Mansion Tour with Complimentary Wine Tasting

45 minutesFree Cancellation

4.7

(2,370)

from $33

Ghosts of the past await as we navigate the dimly lit corners of our haunted landmarks.

Gatlinburg Ghosts of The Smokies Most Haunted Tour

1 hourFree Cancellation

4.5

(263)

from $26

Soul of Music City Evening Trolley Tour

1 hour 30 minutesFree Cancellation

4.6

(1,163)

from $49

Museum of the Cherokee People Admission Ticket

1 dayFree Cancellation

4.1

(139)

from $15

National Museum of African American Music Admission

2 to 3 hoursFree Cancellation

4.8

(376)

from $33

Nashville Bar Crawl & Trivia Game with Shot Included

Pub crawls and bar tours are a great way to experience a new city’s culture, but if you’re craving a little more mental stimulation then this drinking and thinking crawl could be for you. Enjoy being guided to several of Music City’s most vibrant bars, with each venue offering either live music, trivia, or an interactive game to engage you throughout your journey. Perfect for anyone looking to combine socializing with intellectual exploration.

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Nashville Bar Crawl & Trivia Game with Shot Included

2 hoursFree Cancellation

4.8

(195)

from $30

Haunted Nashville: Ghosts, Legends & Hidden Histories Tour

Experience a side of Nashville that most guidebooks skip on this small-group haunted and hidden histories walking tour. See some of Music City’s most popular landmarks in a different light as you listen to true crime tales and spooky stories, and discover some hidden gems that the majority of tourists don’t get to experience. Note that this tour is not recommended for travelers with mobility issues.

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Haunted Nashville: Ghosts, Legends & Hidden Histories Tour

1 hour 30 minutesFree Cancellation

4.7

(102)

from $25

Historic Memphis Guided Walking Tour: Memphis Beyond Beale

2 to 3 hoursFree Cancellation

4.8

(438)

from $33

Belmont Mansion is the largest house built in Nashville, Tennessee, prior to the Civil War. Constructed between 1850 and 1860 by the Acklen family, the mansion is one of the few homes from this period still standing in the city today, which makes it one of Nashville’s most significant historic attractions. A visit offers the opportunity to explore 19th-century Nashville through the history of this place and the lives of the people who shaped it, including both free and enslaved individuals whose experiences are essential to understanding the site.

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Belmont Mansion Guided Tour

1 hour 15 minutesFree Cancellation

5.0

(7)

from $22

Likely to Sell Out

Explore the City of Nashville Sightseeing Tour by Golf Cart

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.

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Explore the City of Nashville Sightseeing Tour by Golf Cart

1 hour 30 minutesFree Cancellation

4.8

(2,670)

from $55

Nashville RCA Studio B & Country Music Hall of Fame Ticket Combo

Step into Nashville’s musical history on a guided tour of RCA Studio B that includes admission to the Country Music Hall of Fame. Visit a recording studio that helped to shape the 'Nashville Sound,' then explore country music heritage with interactive exhibits and recordings. Multiple departure times are available for this tour of RCA Studio B and the Country Music Hall of Fame, in the historic heart of Nashville.

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Nashville RCA Studio B & Country Music Hall of Fame Ticket Combo

2 to 5 hoursFree Cancellation

4.9

(1,671)

from $55

Legends of Music City Guided Historical Walking Tour

Nashville is known as the home of country music and this tour reveals more about its musical legends and how it gained the nickname of "Music City". Save hours of research time and instead, learn about the history of the city from your guide as well as insights on where to find famous landmarks and lesser-known sights that only locals know about. Highlights include Jefferson Street, the Grand Ole Opry, the Ryman Auditorium, and Printers Alley.

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Legends of Music City Guided Historical Walking Tour

1 hour 30 minutesFree Cancellation

4.4

(69)

from $39

This is a fun and luxurious way to get a whistle-stop tour of Nashville’s top sights. Instead of being stuck in traffic, ascend into the sky in a helicopter and see the best of Music City from above. Along the way, listen to commentary about the sights you pass and fly over lots of key city landmarks in a short space of time—such as the Ryman Auditorium, Tennessee State Capital, and the Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum.

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Helicopter Tour of Downtown Nashville

12 to 15 minutesFree Cancellation

4.8

(882)

from $160

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.

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Musicians Hall of Fame and Museum Admission Ticket in Nashville

1 to 3 hoursFree Cancellation

4.7

(375)

from $28

Likely to Sell Out

Nashville to Jack Daniel's Distillery Bus Tour + Whiskey Tastings

7 hoursFree Cancellation

4.8

(1,979)

from $140

Nelson's Green Brier Distillery Guided Tour with Tastings

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.

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Nelson's Green Brier Distillery Guided Tour with Tastings

45 minutes to 1 hourFree Cancellation

5.0

(315)

from $25

River Magic: An Easy Smoky Mountain Guided Walk

Discover a bygone era on a 3-hour tour of Great Smoky Mountains National Park. Hear stories about the Cherokee people and settlers that lived and worked in the mountains, and learn how they survived off the land. See a small family cemetery, 19th-century barn and an old fashioned spring house, then get a glimpse of settlers’ daily lives in a small restored cabin. Enjoy a relaxed nature walk with a guide that brings the Smoky Mountains’ distinctive wildlife, plants and geology to life at every turn.

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River Magic: An Easy Smoky Mountain Guided Walk

3 hours 30 minutesFree Cancellation

5.0

(46)

from $109

Derailed Adventure – Chattanooga Trolley & Train Combo Tour

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.

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Derailed Adventure – Chattanooga Trolley & Train Combo Tour

4 hours

4.6

(169)

from $61

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Printers Alley... the best kept secret of Nashville!

An ideal introduction to Nashville—this tour is a shortcut to seeing some of its most important sights, without spending hours doing research. Head off with a local musician guide on an adventure to learn about the history of country music and local legends. Along the way, check off a variety of the city’s most important sights, such as the Ryman Auditorium, Tootsies Orchid Lounge, and Printer’s Alley.

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Nashville Unveiled: The History, Music, and Hacks Tour!

1 hour 30 minutesFree Cancellation

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

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Nashville Vintage Sightseeing Tour in a Ford Model-T Replica

1 hour 30 minutesFree Cancellation

4.8

(16)

from $65

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