Things to do in Nashville, Tennessee (TN): The Best Literary, Art & Music Tours

May 5, 2022 Sheron Bogner

With live music to be heard all across town, 24/7, 365 days a year, Music City lives up to its name. From honky-tonk bands jamming at Tootsie’s Orchid Lounge to songwriters in the round at the Bluebird Cafe and country music legends rocking the Grand Ole Opry, you never know who you might see. The creative spirit from Nashville's music landscape flows into the area's myriad art galleries, up-and-coming fashion scene, historic landmarks and chef-driven restaurants.
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1. Nashville VIP Style Tour with A Local Singer Songwriter

Steven Whitson
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There's no better way to experience Nashville, TN than by being guided by a resident Singer/Songwriter who can offer a behind the scenes look into Music City. Starting and ending times for tour will be determined based on the customers itinerary and the guides availability for the day booked.

Inclusions: Private transportation, Bottled water, GooGoo’s locally made, CD of your guides music

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2. Joyride Private Party Bus Experience in Nashville

Tin Roof, 316 Broadway, Nashville, TN 37201, USA Joyride Nashville
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5.0 based on 6 reviews

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

Reviewed By 878tashar

Jake and Chris were both amazing! Jake (our driver) had an awesome personality, very friendly but not too friendly. And Chris (the owner) was very polite as well. They truly want everyone to enjoy their time in Nashville! We will most definitely go back to them when we make another trip! I don't typically give reviews, much less 5 STARS but they have earned it for sure!

3. Nashville Urban Street Art Guided Walking Photo Tour

Citizens Savings Bank & Trust, 2013 Jefferson St, Nashville, TN 37208, USA United Street Tours
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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)

Reviewed By H9736QWchristinad

Chakita was so engaging and awesome to hear provide this tour!! She was authentic and very knowledgeable. I brought a group of high school students and they all were listening to every word. Would love to do a different tour with her!

4. Historical Rides of Nashville - 20 Minute Narrated Ride

100 Broadway, Nashville, TN 37201, USA Sugar Creek Carriages
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Valentine’s Day Romance Rides - 20 Minute Narrated Ride of Downtown Nashville Come and enjoy the extravagant Christmas decorations of downtown Nashville with a 20 Minute Private Narrated Ride in our beautiful and safe carriages. This elegant ride treats you to our amazing City Christmas Tree along with other decorated hotspots such as the Schermerhorn Symphony Center, The Country Music Hall of Fame, The Bridgestone Arena, The Johnny Cash Museum, Riverfront Park, Hard Rock Cafe, The Wild Horse Saloon, The Ryman Auditorium, Tootsies Orchid Lounge, and other tourist attractions and insight into various poplar dining establishments around our great city. Each Decorated with Seasonal festive lights Enjoy Christmas the Classy Way!!!! Private Reverse Ride, Call to schedule your Christmas Lights Rride Pickup and Drop-off at 100 Broadway downtown Nashville only

Inclusions: 20 Minute Horse Drawn Carriage Ride

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Reviewed By raydct8

Bob and Pearl were a delight. I would highly recommend them. Bob was so informative it was great to listen to.

5. **AMAZING 6 Hour Moonshine / Whiskey Tour w/ Live Entertainment!!**

Bob's Steak & Chop House, 250 Rep. John Lewis Way S, Nashville, TN 37203, USA Tipsy Tours
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A bus ride, is a bus ride, is a bus ride.You will experience live entertainment during the bus ride to and from Short Mountain, by your host, Jay. Jay has shared the stage with the likes of Kenny Rogers, The Doobie Brothers, Jake Owen, Vince Gill, and Lady A. The fun will include trivia, dance contests, your favorite sing-alongs, and other great surprises! Short Mountain Distillery is a gem nestled in the hills of Woodbury, TN. You will have the chance to see the inner-workings of a small batch, craft distillery, experience a very interactive cocktail class, and have a delicious dinner featuring locally grown menu items. On the way back to Nashville, Jay will keep you entertained with his engaging style.

Inclusions: This tour includes a fun and flirty cocktail class, which includes cocktails from Short Mountain's moonshine and whiskey collection., This tour includes an appetizer, entree (more expensive items will require an upcharge), a dessert, and a non-alcoholic beverage., Distillery Tour, Live entertainment on the bus ride

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6. **Jack Daniel's Whiskey Distillery Tour + Live Entertainment = An Amazing Day!**

Bob's Steak & Chop House, 250 Rep. John Lewis Way S, Nashville, TN 37203, USA Tipsy Tours
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A bus ride, is a bus ride, is a bus ride.You will experience live entertainment during the bus ride to and from Jack Daniel's, by your host, Jay. Jay has shared the stage with the likes of Kenny Rogers, The Doobie Brothers, Jake Owen, Vince Gill, and Lady A. The fun will include trivia, dance contests, your favorite sing-alongs, and other great surprises! Jack Daniel's is world-renowned and is nestled in the hills of Lynchburg, TN. You will have the chance to see the inner-workings of the most famous whiskey distillery, as well as tase JD's top-of-the-line whiskies in an intimate setting. Before departing back to Nashville, you will have time to peruse downtown Lynchburg and have some delicious food. On the way back to Nashville, Jay will keep you entertained with his engaging, interactive style!

Inclusions: Admission to the distillery and Angel's Share Tour, Live entertainment to and from the distillery

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Reviewed By 873amberc

We had the absolute BEST time - start to finish! The ride to the distillery included trivia, funny stories, a dance contest (what??!) and chances to win a mini shot of moonshine to get the party started. When we arrived at the distillery we had a very entertaining and educational tour of the facilities. The guide was super knowledgeable and shared lots of great stories about the history of the area and the distilling process. Next was the cocktail class! SO fun and delicious. We sampled several spirits, then learned how to make four very unique and yummy cocktails - complete with samples. Then we had brunch. It was so hard to choose with such a cool menu. We tried the eggs benedict with cheese grits (YUM), and chicken waffle sliders with home fries (REALLY YUM!). I had a mule with my brunch and it was great! The ride home was lively enough to keep us awake after all those drinks and awesome food. Live sing along with very talented musicians and YES they take requests. This was my second tour with Tipsy Tours (did dinner the first time) and I wouldn't hesitate to do it again. Highly recommend!

7. Nashville Combo Tour: Sightseeing, Murals, and Brewery

833 9th Ave S, Nashville, TN 37203, USA Joyride Nashville
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This is new and unique experience. If you are interested in seeing and doing more than simply a sightseeing tour or a mural tour, this is a new and unique experience! During this 3 hour excursion you will spend your time seeing the sights, visiting murals, and visiting a brewery or two or even a distillery! We want the choice to be yours. This customized tour is basically 1 hour of each of these types of tours: Explore the City of Nashville, Mural/Insta Tour, and Brewery/Distillery Tour. This is your chance to do and see more without doing 3 separate tours! This tour can also be customized to fit your exact wishes. If you don't want to do brewery/distillery, you are welcome to do more sights and murals! You make the decision!

Inclusions: Nashville 3-in-1 Combo Tour by Golf Cart, 1-hour Nashville Sightseeing Tour, 1-Hour Nashville Mural & Instagram Tour, 1-Hour Brewery & Distillery Tour, Have the chance to experience a little bit of everything with this unique 3-in-1 combo tour

Exclusions: Drinks are not included in the price of the tour and are optional, Gratuity

Reviewed By 878tashar

Jake and Chris were both amazing! Jake (our driver) had an awesome personality, very friendly but not too friendly. And Chris (the owner) was very polite as well. They truly want everyone to enjoy their time in Nashville! We will most definitely go back to them when we make another trip! I don't typically give reviews, much less 5 STARS but they have earned it for sure!

8. Nashville Public Party Bus Experience with Bartender and DJ

Tin Roof, 316 Broadway, Nashville, TN 37201, USA Joyride Nashville
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If you’re looking to go big and you’re not ready to go home, cruise along with us in Nashville’s Premier bar on wheels. In this mobile bar, you will sip and see the city in style. Once you and your party hop on, you won’t want to leave. Your faces will light up with joy when you take a ride on Joyride’s creative rendition of Nashville’s favorite bar, Tin Roof.The lights of Broadway will become second string compared to the classic Christmas lights that Tin Roof is known for, all on our party bus. Our sound system will take your ears for a ride and fill your soul with joy as you are able to request your favorite tunes or listen to a certified tour guide’s perspective of all Nashville has to offer. Tours start at Tin Roof downtown. Once everyone arrives, stock the included cooler with your beverages of choice (or we will take you to a location to purchase your own alcohol) and climb aboard the bus and begin your journey through the streets of Nashville for an experience unlike any other.

Inclusions: 2-Hour Nashville Public Party Bus Experience, On-Site Bartender, Tour Guide, and DJ at no extra cost, Experience Customized Based on Group (Booze Cruise or City Tour), Experience a Party Bus Designed after Nashville’s favorite bar, Tin Roof., Party Bus includes Cup Holders, Phone chargers, Decorative Lights, and Music, Great photo opportunities

Exclusions: Gratuities, Hotel Pick-Up/Drop-Off

Reviewed By 878tashar

Jake and Chris were both amazing! Jake (our driver) had an awesome personality, very friendly but not too friendly. And Chris (the owner) was very polite as well. They truly want everyone to enjoy their time in Nashville! We will most definitely go back to them when we make another trip! I don't typically give reviews, much less 5 STARS but they have earned it for sure!

9. Nashville's Roofless Party Bus Experience

208 Broadway, Nashville, TN 37201, USA HonkyTonk Party Express
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Host your celebration on the official party bus of choice, the Honky Tonk Party Express, Nashville's open-air party bus! Your 2-hour, BYOB, non-stop open-air party bus is the best way to see, drink and dance your way through Downtown Nashville. We can hold up to 25 guests. ( Each tour comes with the following: - VIP bartender - Massive sound system, - Cups - Cooler - Ice and THE best party playlists to dance too! Get ready to have an experience like no other in Downtown Nashville! The tour will start and end on Lower Broadway.   Things to Consider: • BYOB (Bring your own beverage) NO GLASS PLEASE! • Guests must be 21+ • Temporary roofs are provided if it rains • Tours are (2) hours long • VIP bartender provides cups, cooler, ice and music • (1) 20 min restroom break at Yee-Haw Brewery

Inclusions: Transport by private vehicle, 2-Hour Roofless Party Bus Experience in Nashville, VIP Bartender, Massive sound system and the best party playlists to dance to, Driver/Guide, Bottled water, Ice, Cups and Coolers onboard

Exclusions: Drinks, Gratuities, Souvenir photos (available to purchase)

Reviewed By 337jinalp

All of it. It was amazing. Very fun and amazing . A good time ,&/&2&2$)18!:)2$1&:$;8/&-&$/):7;:8!1-7

10. Mural Art Tour of Nashville by Golf Cart

833 9th Ave S, Nashville, TN 37203, USA Joyride Nashville
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No trip to Nashville is complete without getting Instagram-worthy photos at the city’s popular murals. Explore the city streets with a great guide on this golf cart tour and cross paths with some of Nashville’s finest art and murals! Impress your friends with some Insta-awesome photo ops! While Nashville is known for its music, that’s not the only art form you find in its streets. Our walls are covered with fresh, unique works of art everywhere you look. Update that profile pic with a great photo in front of a Nashville mural. Discover the best spots with your local guide and take home some awesome memories of the city. Please note when booking: 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: Local professional guide, Transport by golf cart, Stops for photos of the art murals, All state and local sales tax of 9.25%

Exclusions: Gratuities, Children under the age of 8 not allowed

Reviewed By 878tashar

Jake and Chris were both amazing! Jake (our driver) had an awesome personality, very friendly but not too friendly. And Chris (the owner) was very polite as well. They truly want everyone to enjoy their time in Nashville! We will most definitely go back to them when we make another trip! I don't typically give reviews, much less 5 STARS but they have earned it for sure!

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