Nashville City Sightseeing Tour
About this activity
Highlights
- Stunning views of downtown Nashville
- Historic Ryman Auditorium
- Country Music Hall of Fame
- Vibrant Broadway Street murals
- Famous Batman Building
Full description
Included / Excluded
- Open-air double-decker bus ride
- Live commentary from local guide
- Photo opportunities at iconic landmarks
- Food and beverages
Itinerary
The New Nashville City Tour offered through Gray Line Nashville. Experience Music City in just one hour on this new Nashville City Tour. From the comfort of an open-air double-decker bus, you will see over 100 points of interest throughout the city from a fun, local guide. This must-do tour is great for guests on a short visit to Nashville offering four different times to choose from. Some of the sights you will see during this hour long tour include the Ryman Auditorium, Nissan Stadium on Titans Way, the Country Music Hall of Fame, Music City Center, the State Capital, Parthenon at Centennial Park, Vanderbilt University, Riverfront Train Station, and Historic Lower Broadway.
Pass by: This downtown park has jogging paths, grassy spots for picnics and a small lake for paddle boating. Home to Nashville's The Parthenon.
Pass by: The Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum is the home of this popular American art form, safeguarding over 2.5 million artifacts, with two expansive floors of gallery space featuring permanent- and limited- engagement exhibits.
Pass by: Best known as the home of the Grand Ole Opry. This is the exact spot where bluegrass was born—where Johnny Cash met June Carter, where souls were saved and a slice of history was nearly lost
Pass by: The Parthenon is a full scale replica of the Parthenon in Athens, Greece.
Pass by: The grounds around this majestic neo-classical building offer statues of many historic figures, plus the graves of President Polk and his wife.
Pass by: Nashville football stadium and home of the NFL team, Tennessee Titans.
Pass by: Founded in 1873, it was named in honor of New York shipping and rail magnate Cornelius Vanderbilt.
Pass by: Since opening in 2001, the Frist Center for Visual Arts has hosted a spectacular array of art from around the world. Not only an important cultural focal point for the city of Nashville, it is also a significant architectural structure, occupying one of Nashville’s great historic landmarks, the former main post office.
Pass by: The Music City Center is a convention complex located in downtown Nashville, Tennessee, United States
Pass by: This park features concerts, a popular carousel and an ice-skating rink.
Pass by: Musicians Hall of Fame and Museum honors musicians from stars to studio players, from all genres of music.
Pass by: Small, gritty street lined with some of Nashville's best bars and restaurants.
Meeting point
Start Location
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Important information
Know before you book
- Tours are conducted in English; non-English speakers may need to arrange for a translator.
- The bus is open-air; consider bringing a hat or sunscreen for sun protection.
- Children under 5 may ride free if seated on an adult's lap; please inform the operator in advance.
Know before you go
- Wear comfortable clothing and footwear suitable for sitting and light movement.
- Bring a camera to capture the stunning city views and murals.
- Check the weather forecast and dress accordingly, as the tour operates rain or shine.
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Accessibility
- Wheelchair Accessible
- Stroller Accessible
- Easy Public Transport
Traveler reviews
It's okay
It was okay. The speech sounded very canned - and I get that but the guy sounded totally bored - I totally understand that as well; however, a little more engagement or enthusiasm goes a long way. He was very nice as were all of the staff.
Well Worth It
Jonelle and Dimple made a great team. Very informative and entertaining. Nice overview of the city……
Worthwhile!
Bus ride was efficient and the driver was excellent. The narrator knew his stuff and was continually sharing facts about Nashville. We were a group of 8. Some commented that the points of interest were shared too far in advance of the bus arriving to the spot and the narrative had already moved to the next place up the block. Sit up top- you will need to lean over and look up at times if on the bottom. Good tour!
It was great. We were...
It was great. We were able to see many historic Nashville sites and learned much of the history that has made Nashville what it is today. Our tour guide was very knowledgeable and pleasant.
Good intro to Nashville!
This was a fun introduction to Nashville. You can see sights you might not have time for and learn interesting facts about the city. One hour is s perfect time, and when you’re done, you’re right at the start of Broadway and can easily walk to the bars you noticed. It’s just a short walk to the GooGoo Candy Company on the way to the Country Music Museum. We were on an 11 am tour, on the top - best views! I recommend this tour.