Top Nashville Art & Culture

Explore the Belle Meade Plantation on this guided historic tour. Learn about the lives and stories of the African Americans who were enslaved, and later employed, at Belle Meade. The tour aims to honor the legacy and sacrifices of the men and women who were held in legal bondage on this property from 1807 until emancipation in 1865.

Step back in time to 1864 and the Civil War’s Battle of Franklin on this full-day tour from Nashville. The Battle of Franklin was one of the worst disasters of the war for the Confederate States Army. On this tour, see the bullet and cannon ball holes as well as the battle-scarred floors that still bear witness to the carnage of this dark time in history. Spend time in the town of Franklin to shop, eat and view its historic sites. Nashville hotel pickup and drop-off included.

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 new 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, with flexible start times throughout the day.

Explore Nashville’s honky-tonk history and most colorful characters on a walking tour of downtown with a storytelling guide. Find the city’s landmarks, from a pre-Prohibition saloon to the place where Andrew Jackson fought historic duels, and see the streets where musical legends were made.

Get access to an intimate concert with one of the world's most famous songwriters at the VIP Songwriter Series Performance. Buy your tickets in advance to this popular (and often sold-out) show at the Ford Theater, hosted by the Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum. After the question and answer session following the show, you'll also be able to access the Country Music Hall of Fame with your ticket, where you can explore at your leisure.

Go behind the curtain at Nashville’s premier country music stage, the world-renowned Grand Ole Opry, on this guided backstage tour. Walk in the footsteps of countless country music superstars and get an exclusive, behind-the-scenes look at this legendary venue and show that made country music famous. This is a bucket-list item experience for all fans of country music.

See the homes of Nashville’s biggest stars on this narrated, 2-hour sightseeing bus tour. Climb aboard a comfortable, air-conditioned motor coach and drive through some of Nashville's most scenic, upscale, and secluded areas and neighborhoods to see the homes (both past and present) of superstar names like Taylor Swift, Dolly Parton, Garth Brooks, Dierks Bentley, Reese Witherspoon, Martina McBride, Trisha Yearwood and many more. Also, pass by the Second Avenue National Register Historic District, the State Capitol building, Fort Nashborough and the famous Ryman Auditorium. A hotel pickup and drop-off are also included with your tour.

Explore Memphis, with VIP access to Graceland, during this 15-hour day trip from Nashville. See the home of Elvis Presley, aka the King, and take a guided 1-hour tour of Sun Studios. With round-trip hotel transportation included, you can skip the bother of renting a car and relax on the journey there and back.

Save time waiting in line by pre-booking your tour for Belle Meade Plantation, the historic Nashville estate that dates to the mid-1800s. A guide will show you around the Greek-Revival mansion during your guided tour, then leaves you free to explore the grounds on your own. Great for history buffs, with the added bonus of a complimentary wine tasting at the onsite Belle Meade winery.

Take a journey back in time to visit Andrew Jackson's Hermitage, Tennessee State Museum, and a drive through Mount Olivet Cemetery. Take a guided tour of each to learn about their history and prominence, stopping for a Southern-style buffet lunch (own expense) in between. Included entrance fees and transportation from Nashville make for a hassle-free visit.

Explore the real-life filming locations featured in the hit TV series ‘Nashville’ on this 3.5-hour tour. Get the inside scoop on the show and visit the homes of characters Rayna Jaymes, Deacon Claybourne, Scarlett O’Connor and Juliette Barnes. Drive by the Bluebird Café and on Thursdays, head inside for an exclusive presentation. Also, Sunday tours include a visit to Ryman Auditorium. Downtown Nashville hotel pickup and drop-off included.

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.

Explore the best of country music’s past and present with this Country Music Hall of Fame® and Museum ticket. Situated in the heart of downtown Nashville, this beautifully modern facility is known as the “Smithsonian of country music,” offering 350,000 square feet of dynamic, state-of-the-art galleries, archival storage, educational classrooms, retail stores, restaurants, and special event space—all with a stunning view of the rest of Music City. It’s a must-see venue for all fans of country music.

Learn the history and craft of letterpress printing on a guided tour of Hatch Show Print, one of the oldest working letterpress print shops in the United States. This Hatch Show Print tour includes the opportunity to make your own commemorative souvenir poster, and offers a fascinating look at Nashville ephemera, including posters for the Grand Ole Opry, vaudeville, circuses, carnivals, and minstrel shows. Multiple tour times are available.

Discover historic Belmont Mansion, once the summer home to Adelicia Acklen, one of the wealthiest women in the antebellum South. Enjoy a 1 hour narrated tour with a historical interpreter through this beautiful Italianate Villa steeped in history, and end your visit with an optional self-guided audio tour of the estate's gardens and grounds. Tour the largest antebellum house in Tennessee on this family-friendly excursion from downtown Nashville; guarantee admission to this popular site by booking ahead.

Music fanatics certainly know about Nashville's recording industry, which has been delivering hit records for decades. You can go behind the scenes with this music industry insider's experience, and sit-in on a recording session at Nashville's Sound Stage Studios. Head to famed Music Row, hang out in the control room where stars like Johnny Cash and Carrie Underwood have recorded, and watch an emerging artist record live.

Immerse yourself in America’s musical history at Madame Tussauds, conveniently located steps from the Grand Old Opry. Purchasing your admission ticket in advance allows you to breeze past lines and head straight in to the exhibits, which feature lifelike wax figures of 50 musical artists, from Johnny Cash to Bruno Mars

Visit three top attractions in Nashville with the convenience of a combination ticket that is good for admission to the Country Music Hall of Fame, RCA Studio B, and the Hatch Show Print tour. See the glittering exhibits of the Country Music Hall of Fame on a self-guided tour, then take guided tours at both RCA Studio B (where Elvis recorded) and the Hatch Show Print shop.

Explore Civil War history, downtown streets, and riverside scenery on a guided Segway tour of Franklin, Tennessee. Cover more ground than walking by using a smooth-riding, self-balancing Segway, and hear stories about the Battle of Franklin, and life in Williamson County, Tennessee.

Don’t miss your opportunity to tour the Music City in the company of a local musician during this evening excursion around some of the city’s top landmarks and locations. Admire the Parthenon, Music Row, and more, while getting a behind-the-scenes insight into Nashville’s music scene, ideal for music buffs.

Ride through Nashville, lit up for the night, on this downtown trolley tour hosted by a performing guide. Learn about the history of music city and hear tales of all the superstars who have passed through over the years. Stop at some of the must-see spots in town and snap photos while hearing insightful commentary from your entertaining guide.

Catch all the must-see Nashville sights on this fun and flexible Pokémon Go tour. Hit up Poké Stops and battle at Gyms throughout Nashville alongside your group of one to 45 people and a personal safety officer.

Immerse yourself in the African American culture of Nashville during this 1.5-hour walking tour. With your guide in the lead, take in the scenery and history over 1.5 miles (2.4 kilometers) of walking, during which you will be privy to insightful commentary on the African American history and culture. See popular downtown landmarks in a new light and get the chance to take lots of photos and ask questions.

Combine a sightseeing tour of Nashville with your own open-air party during a private tour in a roofless party bus. Take in the sights as you cruise through Lower Broadway and Downtown Nashville in a bus equipped with a dance floor and sound system. BYOB for the onboard bartender to mix your drinks —cups and coolers are provided.