Nashville Bus Tours

Nashville is a musical city with many places to visit and see, which is why one of the best ways to get around the city is to take a bus tour.
Nashville Bus Tours

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Most bus tours show you the best of the city and offer stops at the most popular tourist attractions. There are also different bus tours that show you a much more exciting side of Nashville, with parties on board and rides throughout the city.

Some of these tours travel around the city in private buses, while others are on public buses with free stops. Some tours include admission to different attractions, while others only offer the route. Regardless of the tour, this is one of the best things to see and do in Nashville.

1. Sightseeing tour of the best of Nashville on a double-decker bus

Nashville Tourist Bus| ©cultivar413
Nashville Tourist Bus| ©cultivar413

This is one of the most enjoyable bus tours throughout the city of Nashville. You will board a bus where you can choose between open-air seats and air-conditioned seats with all the amenities for a comfortable trip. This tour will take you to different tourist attractions and iconic places in the city.

Some of the places you will see on this bus tour include: Ryman Auditorium, Frist Center for the Visual Arts & Union Station, Parthenon at Centennial Park, Musicians Hall of Fame & Museum, which is one of the best museums in Nashville, Bicentennial Mall & Farmers Market, Tennessee State Capitol, and many other interesting places.

This is one of the best tours, especially if you are only spending a short time in the city and want to see as many places as possible during your stay in Nashville. It takes just an hour to tour the entire city.

Details of interest

  • Price: You can get this tour for approximately £38 per person.
  • Duration: It can last around an hour.
  • Transportation: The entire tour is done by tourist bus, but you must make your own way to the meeting point.
  • Advantages of this option: Includes the option of sitting in an open-air seat or an air-conditioned seat. You will see around 100 interesting places in Nashville. You will be accompanied by an expert tour guide.
  • Disadvantages of this option: Tips and return transport to your accommodation are not included.

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2. Joyride private party bus experience in Nashville

Party bus| ©Louis Ellis
Party bus| ©Louis Ellis

This is a great bus experience if you want to get out of your routine. It's a trip around the city, where you'll dance and enjoy the music in the middle of a party specially prepared for 35 people. This is one of the :::link|text=best tours in Nashville|element=sc-49-1676::: if you want to see :::link|text=the city|element=sc-49-1676::: from a different perspective.

The atmosphere will be unique and lots of fun, and the tour will take you all around the city centre. One of the best things about this tour is that it's just for your group, making it perfect for private parties, birthdays or any other occasion.

The party is modelled on one of Nashville's most popular bars, so the tour will feel like you're inside the Tin Roof bar at all times, but with the added bonus of being on wheels and seeing all the most iconic places in the city centre.

Details of interest

  • Price: From £54 per person.
  • Duration: The party on the bus lasts around an hour and a half.
  • Transport: This tour is by bus, although you have to make your own way to the meeting point.
  • Advantages of this option: Includes a private party for up to 35 people on board. DJ and bartender included. Tips based on 20% of the service provided are included. The bus has USB ports. An ice cooler with ice and cups is also provided.
  • Disadvantages of this option: Alcoholic beverages are not included during the trip. Not wheelchair accessible. No food is allowed on board.

Have fun on Joyride's private party bus!

3. Civil War Tour with Lotz House from Nashville

Lotz House| ©Lisa Bober
Lotz House| ©Lisa Bober

During this bus tour, you will visit Lotz House and Carter House, and you will also tour the Carnton plantation. These properties are located in the town of Franklin, which is near Nashville and played an important role during the American Civil War. It is a historical tour that will immerse you in the history of this armed conflict.

You will learn about the role of this plantation and these properties during the conflict, and above all, you will learn much more about the Battle of Franklin that took place in 1864. This tour is not only interesting for Americans, but also for visitors from other countries who are history lovers. If you prefer more adrenaline, Lotz House is one of the most popular places included among the best ghost tours in Nashville.

Interesting details

  • Price: From £98 per person.
  • Duration: This is a full-day tour, so it can last up to 7 hours.
  • Transportation: The tour is conducted entirely by bus, although you must make your own way to the departure point.
  • Advantages of this option: Includes admission to Lotz House, Carter House, Carnton Plantation, and round-trip transportation from Nashville on a comfortable bus. A tour guide is included who will tell you everything you need to know about the three houses you will visit and their surroundings.
  • Disadvantages of this option: Tips and lunch are not included, although there will be an opportunity to have lunch in downtown Franklin.

Learn about the Civil War and Lotz House by bus

4. Narrated bus tour of the homes of famous people

Graceland| ©Lindsey Turner
Graceland| ©Lindsey Turner

This bus tour, one of the best in Nashville, will take you past the mansions of various artists, celebrities, and singers who call this city home. During the tour, you will have the opportunity to take great photos of the sites you pass by and, of course, each of the famous houses.

Some of the properties you will see on this tour include the homes of Reese Witherspoon, Taylor Swift, Joe Don Rooney of Rascal Flatts, and other similar celebrities. So not only will you see the homes of celebrities, but you'll also get to know some of Nashville's best neighbourhoods and attractions.

Throughout the tour, you'll be accompanied by a tour guide who will tell you everything you need to know about the development of the music industry in Nashville, and you'll also learn some interesting facts about the artists who own these homes.

Details of interest

  • Price: From £60 per person.
  • Duration: This tour lasts approximately 2 hours.
  • Transportation: The entire tour is by bus, although you must make your own way to the meeting point.
  • Advantages of this option: Air-conditioned bus transport is included. You will also be accompanied by an expert tour guide. You are guaranteed to see around 30 famous houses.
  • Disadvantages of this option: Tips are not included. The weather must be good for the experience to take place, otherwise it may be cancelled.

Discover the homes of artists in Nashville

5. Full-day tour to Chattanooga's Lookout Mountain

At Lookout Mountain in Chattanooga| ©WU Haoxiang
At Lookout Mountain in Chattanooga| ©WU Haoxiang

This trip will take you by bus to the outskirts of Nashville to visit Lookout Mountain in Chattanooga. It's a full-day experience for the whole family, where you'll have lots of fun in the countryside.

The activity includes admission to the three main attractions, which are Lookout Mountain, Rock City and Ruby Falls, and will also take you to incredible places where you can take photographs. During the trip , you will have the opportunity to visit two different states and see seven states in total, thanks to the impressive views you will enjoy along the way and from Lookout Mountain.

Details of interest

  • Price: From £283 per person.
  • Duration: As it is a full day, it can last approximately 10 hours.
  • Transportation: The tour is completed entirely by bus, including transportation to and from your accommodation.
  • Advantages of this option: The bus is fully equipped with air conditioning and all amenities. Parking fees and admission fees are included. Bottled water is provided on the bus. Light snacks are offered on the bus and you will also be taken to a specially selected restaurant. Admission to the places you will visit, such as Lookout Mountain, Rocky City and Ruby Falls, is included. Pets are allowed.
  • Disadvantages of this option: Good weather is required for this experience to take place. A minimum number of people is required for the trip to take place. Not suitable for people with heart conditions. Tips are not included in the price. Food is not included, except for what is authorised in the travel package. Sunscreen is not provided, nor are souvenirs from the trip.

6. Private bus tour of Nashville

Nashville murals| ©David Wilson
Nashville murals| ©David Wilson

This is an alternative, fun tour and a good option if you are visiting Nashville for one day or less, as you will have little time to see many of the city's sights. During the tour, you will see some of the most interesting places in Nashville, but it will take very little time to complete the entire route.

One of the best things you will like about this tour is that you can tailor it to your interests and those of your group. Among the places you can visit during the tour are: Nashville's most famous distillery, the city's most famous murals, and if you want, you can also make a stop to party and see how they celebrate in the city of music.

Details of interest

  • Price: It can cost approximately £368 for a group of up to 12 people.
  • Duration: The tour lasts approximately two hours.
  • Transportation: The entire trip is by bus, including transportation to and from your accommodation.
  • Advantages of this option: You will have a fridge full of ice. You can be sure that you will be travelling in a bus with comfortable seats throughout the journey. You will also have the company of a tour guide throughout the activity.
  • Disadvantages of this option: Tips are not included. Alcoholic beverages are also not included.

7. Bus tour of Nashville's main distillery and craft brewery

Beer in Nashville| ©Matt
Beer in Nashville| ©Matt

During this trip, you will discover places where liquor is produced legally and artisanally. The tour specialises in showing you the best of Nashville's beverages, which is why on the way to the first distillery, you will stop at three or four different places to see how beer and other spirits are made.

The tour guide will also tell you everything you want to know about distilleries, beer making and other interesting facts about this alcoholic beverage, so this is not only a great bus tour, but also one of the best food tours in Nashville.

Details of interest

  • Price: This experience can cost approximately £95 per adult.
  • Duration: The trip should take around 3 hours.
  • Transportation: The entire tour is by bus, including transportation to and from a location that you will need to arrange with the tour guide or driver.
  • Advantages of this option: You will stop at 3 or 4 different local distilleries and breweries. Alcoholic beverages are included, with approximately 9 to 12 local beer tastings. Admission to Pennington Distilling Co. and another distillery is included.
  • Disadvantages of this option: There must be a minimum of four people for this tour to take place, otherwise it may be cancelled. Meals during the tour are not included. Drinks not included in the tour package are not included.

8. We Love Nashville Tour for Private Groups

The Gulch, Nashville.| ©Travis Estell
The Gulch, Nashville.| ©Travis Estell

This is an excursion just for your group of up to 14 people. You will board a private bus where you can discover iconic places in the city. What makes this trip special is its family-friendly atmosphere. Not only is it available exclusively for your family group, but the tour guide is also happy to tell you all about the history behind each of these sites.

Among the places you will visit during this tour are Music Row, downtown Nashville and Printer's Alley. You will also see other places such as The Gulch, Bicentennial Capitol Mall State Park, Marathon Village and more. At each of the places to see, you can stop for a few minutes, explore the area and, of course, take lots of photos.

One way to save money on your visit to each of these iconic city landmarks is to use the Nashville City Pass, which allows you to enter each of the places on this tour.

Details of interest

  • Price: This experience costs approximately £48 per person.
  • Duration: It can last around an hour and a half.
  • Transportation: This tour is conducted by private bus.
  • Advantages of this option: It is only available for your group. A refrigerator is provided on board so you can keep your drinks cool. Bottled water is included in the price.
  • Disadvantages of this option: Meals, alcoholic beverages, and soft drinks are not included. Tips are not included.

9. Bus tour with wine tasting and karaoke

Tour Bus| ©Mike Freeman
Tour Bus| ©Mike Freeman

This is one of the most luxurious tours you can take in the city and one of the best tours in Nashville. It is a bus tour with all the amenities, where you can also enjoy karaoke and other experiences on board. You will taste some of the best drinks in the city.

The bus is also equipped with Wi-Fi, televisions and air conditioning, making it an excellent plan for hen parties, outings with friends and other similar trips. Although you will make stops to see the city, the main attraction of this tour is what you will enjoy inside the bus.

Details of interest

  • Price: Approximately £2,200 for a group of up to 14 people.
  • Duration: Approximately 5 hours or a full day.
  • Transportation: The entire tour is by private bus with all amenities, including transportation to and from your accommodation.
  • Advantages of this option: At each stop, you will receive an admission ticket to each attraction, such as the Country Music Museum, Andrew Jackson's Hermitage, and others. This is a private tour, so only your group can participate.
  • Disadvantages of this option: This tour is not suitable for pregnant women.

10. Private party tour for 4, 6 or 8 hours by bus

Hop on Hop Off tour| ©Ursula
Hop on Hop Off tour| ©Ursula

This private tour is one of the best options if you want to party in Nashville. One of its biggest advantages is that it is a tour specially designed for you and your group, so you will be able to have the most fun during the ride.

You'll love this tour because it's not entirely organised by the tour guide. Instead, you can participate in the itinerary together with the person who will take you to each of these places, ensuring that you only visit the sites in the city that interest you. What's more, the atmosphere on the bus will be absolutely festive.

Details of interest

  • Price: From 719 euros per group, approximately.
  • Duration: The tour can last 4, 6 or 8 hours, depending on what you specify with the driver and how much fun you are having on board.
  • Transportation: The entire tour is completed by bus, including round-trip transportation to and from your accommodation.
  • Advantages of this option: Accommodation is included according to the itinerary. A guide or host is also included, as well as transport to and from your accommodation. You will have an air-conditioned vehicle at your disposal throughout the trip.
  • Disadvantages of this option: Food and drinks not specified in the package are not included. Tips are also not included in the price.

Reviews from other travellers

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    Our guide was very efficient and entertaining. The tour gave us an excellent overview of the city.
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    I enjoyed learning about parts of Nashville. I wish we had more time eating Ryman and less time at the Country Music Hall of Fame.
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    Great tour guide - we learned some highlights of Nashville! I definitely recommend this tour
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    We came away with an appreciation of the city's unique culture.
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    The Ryman Auditorium and the Country Music Hall of Fame were incredible.