The 10 Best Historical & Heritage Tours in Tennessee, United States

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

We will help you learn to paddle your watercraft and talk about city history, geology, river ecology, etc. . . . and show you the secrets of the scenic city - there is a neat cave we can explore that many locals don't even know about.

Inclusions: a local Chattanooga delicacy, A stable sit-on-top kayak, a kayak paddle and a personal flotation device; or a stand up paddle board, a SUP paddle, and a personal flotation device, Basic information on how to paddle a kayak or SUP. , Your guide will talk about river ecology, city history, and geology.

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Explore Nashville, from its rich history to what it made it into the famous “Music City, USA” of today. Get to know the city from the unique perspective of our Tennessean natives, who will guide you on a memorable historical walking tour of Nashville. Our walking tour includes an introduction to some of our most celebrated landmarks and hidden gems that make Music City such a special place to visit. What’s Included This Nashville history tour covers some of the most important parts of the history of The Music City, from the Fisk Jubilee singers to the historic Jefferson St., The Arcade, WSM/Grand Ole Opry, War Memorial, The Ryman, CMA, Printers Alley, Goo Goo (First combination chocolate bar), hidden secrets and information on Broadway, castle studios and much, much more! This is a perfect walking tour (Approx. 90 minutes) to learn about Nashville which can help guide the rest of your visit to Music City.

Inclusions: 90-Minute Legends of Music City Guided Walking Tour, Receive an introduction to some of Nashville's most celebrated landmarks and hidden gems, Pass by top sites including Ryman Auditorium, Broadway, Printer's Alley, The Arcade, and more!, Learn Nashville's history, from Fisk Jubilee singers to historic Jefferson Street, Local/Professional Guide

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This electric bike tour is the best way to experience the highlights of the Scenic City. The Specialized Como electric cruiser bikes are comfortable and powerful allowing you to get around with minimal effort. Your guide will inform you about Chattanooga's history, the ecological wonders of the Tennessee River, and help bring to life sights that most people just wander past. We also stop for a snack, because who doesn't love snacks. All trips are private tours and are customized to your riding pace and the topics you are most interested in.

Inclusions: a local Chattanooga delicacy, Use of bicycle, Helmet

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TOUR CHECK IN IS 30 MINUTES PRIOR TO THE START TIME OF THE TOUR. This 90-Minute Segway Tour will cover the North Shore, Coolidge Park, Renaissance Park and the beautiful Chattanooga riverfront where you will see exciting sites that make Chattanooga unique. There is a lot to see in town and a lot to learn while you are here, but more importantly there is so much fun to be had!

Inclusions: All taxes, fees and handling charges

Exclusions: Food and drinks

On this 2.5 hour African American History tour, we will be your "conductor" and take you on a journey through Memphis that will be sure to open your eyes to some of the most historical sites connected to slavery through to the Civil Rights Movement and beyond. There is so much more to Memphis than Downtown to experience, so we will also explore some of our interesting neighborhoods. Guests receive a link on their cellphones upon arrival and enjoy hearing the tour through the speakers in their own vehicle. This tour is for residents, families, and visitors who are looking for the activities to do that are safe, fun and insightful.

Inclusions: All taxes, fees and handling charges

Exclusions: Food and drinks, Hotel pickup and drop-off

TOUR CHECK-IN IS 30 MINUTES PRIOR TO THE START OF THE TOUR. This Segway Tour will cover Historic Downtown Chattanooga where you will see exciting sites that make Chattanooga unique.  You will see places like the Dome building, Tivoli Theater, Ross's Landing, Miller Plaza, Warehouse Row, Urban Stack, The Chattanooga Choo-Choo, and the Tennessee Aquarium.  There is a lot to see in town and a lot to learn while you are here, but more importantly there is so much fun to be had!

Inclusions: All taxes, fees and handling charges

Exclusions: Food and drinks

Take a trip through time when riverboat gamblers, fearless pioneers and honky-tonk outlaws ruled the day. When Native American warriors, domineering record producers, visionaries & revolutionaries alike duked it out for control over what would become the one and only Music City. Relive President Andrew Jackson's most famous duel, discover how Chet Atkins saved Country Music from sure disaster, and come along as Johnny Cash makes history on the Grand Ole Opry stage...right before he gets kicked off it. Get ready to be entertained on this 120-minute romp through Nashville's famed Historic District.

Inclusions: 2-Hour Live Walking Tour of Nashville, Professional & Entertaining Guide, Excellent overview of Nashville for first-time visitors, Magnificent storytelling, Unlimited recommendations on where to go, what to do, and how to make your vacation your most memorable

Exclusions: Gratuities

Explore the street where the blues began on this one hour walking tour of historic Beale Street. Voted “America’s Most Iconic Street” by USA Today, Beale Street has a long, colorful history. From its early days as a red light district to its heyday as the center of the city’s vibrant African-American culture, you'll explore the stories behind the legends and the colorful characters who helped make Beale Street the “Home of the Blues.”

Inclusions: Professional guide, All taxes, fees and handling charges

Exclusions: Gratuities, Food and drinks, Hotel pickup and drop-off

On this four-hour walking tour, you'll visit four different Chattanooga breweries and go behind the scenes to meet the brewmasters and learn the art and science behind their craft. Then a guided tasting at each location will give you the opportunity to sample the breweries' signature beers and seasonal selections. You'll also have time to order a pint or a bite to eat at each location before we move to the next brewery. And as you walk from one brewery to the next, you'll hear about the fascinating history of Chattanooga and its landmarks. Your guide is a 40-year resident of Chattanooga and the co-founder of ChattaBrew Tour, a bus tour of the city's breweries. She has traveled to more than 100 countries on all seven continents, tasting beers at every stop along the way. Her co-host has been part of Chattanooga's beer scene for nearly 20 years. A devout beer lover, he spends his free time touring breweries across the country and learning more about the art and science of brewing beer.

Inclusions: A guided tasting at each brewery will give you the opportunity to sample the breweries' signature beers and seasonal selections., Bottled water

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