The 10 Best Historical & Heritage Tours in Nashville, Tennessee (TN)

Travel from Nashville to Lynchburg, Tennessee to learn the story Jack Daniel, his hometown, and his world famous whiskey. This immersive tour experience is much more than a shuttle to Jack. Your ticket includes guided transportation with a whiskey expert, guaranteed reservation for an "Angel's Share" tour with elevated tasting of premium whiskeys at Jack Daniel Distillery, special salute to Jack Daniel at his grave site, souvenir rocks glass, lunch and time to enjoy shopping in small town Lynchburg. The hassle-free day will be filled with local lore, distilling history, and, of course, great whiskey!

Inclusions: Live commentary on board, Professional guide, Transport by air-conditioned bus, Bottled water, All taxes, fees and handling charges, Alcoholic Beverages, Lunch

Exclusions: Gratuities

Nobody knows how to throw a party like Joyride. Hop on our bus and let the good times roll! The party bus is our version of Tin Roof - One of Nashville's best bars! BYOB! This tour's price includes a base 20% gratuity for the bartender/dj on board. A tour guide will reach out to you via text message the day prior to your tour to arrange a meeting or pickup location. We make that contact between 4 and 8PM CST.

Inclusions: USB charging ports, Cooler with ice, Bartender / DJ

Exclusions: Alcoholic Beverages, Gratuity

Discover a collection of the most authentic and dynamic murals that locals love but tourists don’t know exist on this street art tour in Nashville. Learn about the history and personalities behind each piece, and feel free to ask your guide to take your photo in front of the breathtakingly beautiful, Instagrammable murals. After meeting your United Street Tours’ guide at the meeting point, get some insider knowledge about the surrounding neighborhoods. Then, your guide will unveil murals created by Norf Art Collective, a team of social impact advocates with their own curated exhibition in the Frist Art Museum. During your 60-minute Nashville walking tour, you'll see other works by local artists and capture the story of Nashville through street art. You'll also have the opportunity to support local artists through the local partner's “tip yo’ artist” program, which sends your tips directly to the artists who created the murals you admire most.

Inclusions: 1-Hour Street Art Walking Photo Tour of Nashville, Local/Professional Guide, Have your photos taken in front of any of the visited murals, Discover hidden gem murals created by Nashville Locals, and learn the history behind each piece, See murals by Norf Art Collective, team of social impact advocates w/ an exhibition at Frist Museum, Entry Fees (if applicable), See a side of Nashville that most tourists never get to see, Benefit from a local guide who will show you spots you'd otherwise have missed

Exclusions: Gratuities (optional)

We’re going to show you Nashville like you’ve never seen it before. Join in on a Nashville walking tour and hear fascinating stories about where slaves lived, who they were, and the work that they did. As Nashville grew, the city became the second-largest slave port in Tennessee with the majority of black people arriving via the transatlantic slave trade. First, you will learn about black history on Lower Broadway, the most visited street in Nashville. Then, United Street Tours will take you on a scenic walk alongside the peaceful Riverfront Park, where slaves traveled via the Cumberland River into a life of bondage and later freedom. Visit Fort Nashborough, an outdoor museum, and replica of the original Nashville settlement. -Tour must be booked at least 24 hours in advance -United Street Tours continue rain or shine -Tour length is flexible depending on walking speed, questions, and any other factors Book now to secure your spot. Tickets tend to sell out during high season.

Inclusions: Live guide, Entrance fees (if applicable)

Exclusions: Gratuities (optional), Pickup and drop-off

Go beyond the country music Nashville is famous for and find out about the city's rich history of blues and soul music on this 1-hour walking tour. Uncover insider facts about a city that never stops singing and take an exclusive look at this hidden scene in the Music City During this Nashville walking tour, stroll down Jefferson Street, the mecca for blues and soul music in the 1900s, with your local guide. Learn about the music's history and hear fun stories about the people, places, and events responsible for Nashville’s world-famous Music City reputation. Your United Street Tours’ guide will also explore the connection that soul and blues artists like Jimi Hendrix have to Nashville. By joining this tour, you are helping the community’s efforts to preserve blues music history in Music City. Book now to secure your spot. Tickets tend to sell out during high season.

Inclusions: Live guide, Entrance fees (if applicable)

Exclusions: Gratuities (optional), Pickup and drop-off

In the South, it's all about soul, and in the Music City, the pulse of the city is more than just music. It’s the combination of the people, the diverse music, and the move from street art to murals. By combining the fascinating urban murals + blues music + community museums, you’ll experience the authentic side of the city with United Street Tours. Together we will discover the rhythm & blues heritage of Historic Jefferson Street. Combine that with capturing special moments in front of the new murals of North Nashville that are mostly designed by social impact artists reflecting rich history. In 2-hours, you will celebrate a neighborhood, history, and art with a rich tradition that is not found in your average convention and visitor's bureau brochure. This experience gives you the opportunity to give back to the local community by raising awareness and driving traffic to local, minority-owned businesses and artists. Tour will continue rain or shine. Dress for the weather.

Inclusions: Live guide, Entrance fees (if applicable)

Exclusions: Gratuities (optional), Pickup and drop-off

Trace the footsteps of legendary musicians such as country music star Charley Pride, and the iconic Fisk Jubilee Singers. Combine that with a splash of storytelling about early black life in Nashville. Enjoy strolling from Lower Broadway, the most visited street in Nashville; then alongside the peaceful Riverfront Park, and into the historic 5th Ave of the Arts District. After covering early black life in Nashville, learn more about the civil rights era and enter Woolworth on 5th, the site of the first lunch counter sit-ins during the 1960s Civil Rights Movement in Nashville. Join this Nashville walking tour to see the most unique black history sites and attractions and get the inside scoop on local favorite southern food restaurants and live music venues. By joining this United Street Tours experience, you are helping Nashville become a more inclusive city for all through preservation and awareness.

Inclusions: Live guide, Entrance fees (if applicable)

Exclusions: Gratuities (optional), Pickup and drop-off

What could be better than a food tour combined with a ghost tour? Nothing! You will meet your guide in downtown Nashville for exclusive access to our haunted restaurants. At the restaurants, we have set up 1-3 food tastings per location. Tours last about 3 hours and cover approximately 3/4 mile of walking with plenty of stopping for stories and food along the way. Tours will include the history of Nashville, tales of its many ghosts, and stories of the restaurants we visit.

Inclusions: 2.5 to 3-Hour Haunted Nashville Walking Food & Ghost Tour, Experience a mix of Food History, Nashville History, and the best Music City Ghost Stories, Exclusive food tastings lined up at 4-5 Nashville locations over a 2.5 to 3 hour period, Typical food may include Tennessee BBQ, Gourmet Tacos, Sweet Treats, and Nashville Hot Chicken, Cotsumed Guide, Gratuities

Exclusions: Alcoholic Beverages, Guide Gratuity

Regardless of your gender, this Nashville walking tour is a fun-filled experience uncovering the empowering history and controversies behind the key women of the civil rights movement. You will hear stories about history’s fiercest females from the early settlement to civil rights and beyond. In between stops, you will get the inside scoop on leading female entrepreneurs and business leaders in Nashville today. With United Street Tours, you’ll take action by walking to celebrate women in the world, and particularly women in the South. By joining this Nashville walking tour, you will be taking steps toward empowering women and supporting the journey towards equality. -Tour must be booked at least 24 hours in advance -United Street Tours continue rain or shine -Tour length is flexible depending on walking speed, questions, and any other factors Book now to secure your spot. Tickets tend to sell out during high season.

Inclusions: Entry fees (if applicable)

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Travel from Nashville to Lynchburg to learn the story of Jack Daniel, his hometown, and his world-famous Tennessee whiskey. This immersive Jack Daniel’s tour experience includes guided transportation with a whiskey expert, guaranteed reservation for an “Angel’s Share” tour with an elevated tasting of premium whiskeys at Jack Daniel Distillery, an exclusive salute to Jack Daniel at his gravesite, lunch at Miss Mary Bobo’s restaurant, and time for shopping in charming Lynchburg. The hassle-free day will be filled with local lore, Jack Daniel distilling history, and, of course, great whiskey!

Inclusions: Air-conditioned vehicle, Private transportation, Lunch at Miss Mary Bobo's, Bottled Water, Live Commentary On Board, All Taxes, Fees and Handling Charges

Exclusions: Gratuities