Top 5 Nashville History Tours

1.Journey to Jubilee Guided Tour at Belle Meade with Wine Tasting

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 396 reviews · 1 hour (approx.) · from $33Our pick

At Belle Meade, a guide such as Anastasia, Ben, Tom, or Melissa leads a discussion-based walking tour about enslaved and formerly enslaved people. Expect primary-source research, outdoor walking, stairs, and a thoughtful look at life from enslavement through freedom. Afterward, explore the grounds and enjoy a complimentary wine tasting.

“Learning about how former slaves lived be Ed after emancipation. The wine tasting at the end was nice”

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2.Nashville Unveiled: The History, Music, and Hacks Tour!

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 278 reviews · 1 hour 30 minutes (approx.) · from $24Best value

Join a musician guide such as Cody or Paul for a 90-minute Nashville walking tour covering the Ryman Auditorium, Tootsies, Printer’s Alley, Riverfront Park, Lower Broadway, and more. You’ll hear music stories, local history, and practical advice on where to eat, drink, and listen to live music. Groups are limited to 18 people.

“We got a great orientation and historical background of the local landmarks. Lots of fun and very informative.”

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3.Nashville’s Historic Electric Bike Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 189 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $69

Ride an adult-sized electric bike through Nashville with guides such as Bee, Bea, Cash, and Donny. In about two hours, you’ll cover Music Row, Broadway, Printer’s Alley, Marathon Village, the Gulch, Bicentennial Capitol Mall, Union Station, and major music landmarks. A helmet audio system keeps the commentary going as you ride.

“Very informative and easy to navigate hills with e-bike. Headset in helmet made hearing tour guide perfectly.”

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4.Immersive E-Bike Tour of Music City’s History

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 99 reviews · 2 hours · from $69

Start near Broadway on a pedal-assisted hybrid e-bike and ride through six Nashville neighborhoods with guides such as Bee, Johnny, Cash, and B. Open-ear audio keeps the stories clear as you pass Music Row, The Gulch, the Capitol, Marathon Village, Vanderbilt, Broadway, and more. Plan on about two hours, including a short orientation and break.

“Awesome tour. Our guide B was amazing! Very knowledgable and kept us safe.”

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5.Belle Meade Historic Mansion Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 63 reviews · 1 day · from $33

Tour Belle Meade’s 1853 Greek Revival mansion with an English-speaking guide, then explore gardens, trails, outbuildings, and an outdoor game court. Your ticket also includes a complimentary Belle Meade Winery tasting for visitors 21 and older, plus access to two on-site restaurants and free parking.

“Enjoyed learning about the history and touring the grounds as well as the wine tasting.”

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