Nashville · DOWNTOWN WALKING TOURS
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The best way to read downtown Nashville is on foot, with someone who knows which alley holds the story. Below are the 15 best downtown walking tours, from history strolls to after-dark loops, with prices, durations, and what each one actually shows you.
A 2-hour narrated walk through downtown Nashville’s honky-tonks, civil-rights sites, and music legends, led by a local guide for $25.
“fast paced and informative run through of city highlights. Entertaining and enjoyable, knowledgeable host.”
A 3-hour downtown Nashville walking food-and-drink tour with lunch at four restaurants and 3 drinks, plus music-history stops.
“It’s a perfect tour to get to know the city and taste some great local foods and drinks. It’s a must tour when in the coty”
A 2-hour Nashville walking donut tour from Sobro to Broadway with breakfast and multiple tastings plus music-city sights.
“This tour was a fun way to explore downtown Nashville. Tracey’s suggestions of places to check out were helpful—thanks for pointing us toward’s Robert’s. It was just what we were looking for!”
A small-group night walk through Nashville’s haunted landmarks, from the State Capitol to the Ryman and Flying Saucer.
“Great Ghost Tour! I have been on 4 others in different parts of the US and Steve was amazing! He was professional and respectful of everything. His knowledge and passion are clearly visible. Highly recommended!”
A 90-minute night walk through Nashville’s darkest stories, with true-crime ghosts and stops at the Capitol, Wilcox Building, and Maxwell House.
“Informative interesting and enjoyable. But not as hyped as reviews. For it to be adults only it was very PG. The guide was lovely but very scripted. with vital details. Yes, she knew facts But when questioned she was thrown off because she did not know answers. Not too much personality in the delivery of the stories. Walking from place to place was Quiet.”
Nashville pub crawl with 5–6 bar stops on 2nd Ave N and Printers Alley, exclusive drink specials, trivia games, and live music.
“Totally a fun time, great guides and interesting places to experience. The trivia games brought everyone together and a little history shared along the way. So fun!! Our tour guides Danile and McKay couldn't have been better.”
A 3-hour Nashville honky-tonk walking pub crawl with a comedian guide, historic stops like the Ryman, ghost stories, and bar discounts.
“Cristy was amazing. She had the perfect personality to guide our group for the pub crawl We would highly recommend anyone took with Cristy!”
Walk haunted downtown Nashville, hear river and bar legends with audio headsets, then finish your night in Printer’s Alley.
“Johnny was an amazing tour guide ! He made the experience fun, told great stories, chose great bars to grab drinks and was very knowledgeable about Nashville’s history.”
3-hour Broadway walking tour in Nashville with hot chicken, smoked pork, seafood, pralines, and music stories from the Ryman to the riverfront.
“Our guide was terrific. We really got a taste of Nashville and he was knowledgeable about the history . Loved it!”
90-minute downtown Nashville walk with a local guide, Capitol-to-Bridge landmarks, and an ice cream finish at Assembly Food Hall.
“We had an amazing time with Bill. He shared historical facts and interesting historical anecdotes. Highly recommended”
East Nashville walking food tour with 5+ tastings: whiskey donuts, hot chicken, Memphis BBQ at the food hall, and a secret Southern dish.
“Very personal and generally seemed to like what she was doing.”
Nashville craft cocktail walking tour with Hermitage Hotel, Deacon’s New South, Ellington’s, and 21c Museum art plus paired bites.
“Great experience. Exciting cocktails, venues and food. Stefanie our guide was so great. Highly recommend this experience.”
Walkin' Nashville Music City Legends Tour with Bill DeMain: an easy small-group downtown walk hitting classic music landmarks and museums.
“Don’t pass on this tour guide! A true industry insider and wealth of knowledge. I feel lucky to have spent the morning exploring Nashville with him and a few new friends. ;) So much so, that I’ll rebook with him again next time I’m in Nashville and pick his brain on different topics about Nashville next time. 100% recommend.”
Small-group Nashville Germantown walking tour with 5 food tastings, cocktails, lunch, and a Far Better Distillery finish.
“Austin was amazing. He gave us so much information about the area. Even if you know your way around, take the actual tour and hear about the great history of this area.”
A 2-hour guided walk on Nashville’s Broadway linking stars like Johnny Cash and Dolly Parton. Small group, mobile ticket, $30.77.
“Our guide was great. She was very knowledgeable and went out of her way to accommodate us. She even gave us pralines from the oldest candy store. She also gave us good recommendations for dining and sightseeing.”
