Walkin' Nashville - Music City Legends Tour

Nashville, US
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Highlights

  • Explore the history of Music City legends
  • Visit Tennessee's only 5-star hotel
  • Experience the site of Nashville's sit-ins
  • Step into Nashville's oldest shopping mall
  • Discover the iconic Ryman Auditorium

Meeting Point

At the entrance to Legislative Plaza. Look for the guide with the cowboy hat and microphone headset.

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What to expect

1

The Hermitage Hotel

Tennessee's only 5-star hotel, built in 1910. Guests have included Charlie Chaplin, Enrico Caruso, JFK, Paul McCartney and Dolly Parton.

Duration 5 minutes
Admission Admission Not Included
2

Woolworth Theatre

F.W. Woolworth's, opened in 1913, was the site of Nashville's sit-ins, led by the legendary freedom rider and proponent of "good trouble," John Lewis.

Duration 5 minutes
Admission Admission Not Included
3

The Arcade

"Nashville's oldest shopping mall," built in 1902. We will visit The Peanut Shop, which opened in 1927.

Duration 10 minutes
Admission Admission Included
4

The Peanut Shop

First opened in 1927 as Planter's Peanuts, this is one of the oldest surviving businesses in downtown Nashville. It's like stepping into a time capsule. Friendly, fun service and free samples!

Duration 5 minutes
Admission Admission Included
5

Printer's Alley

Once the heart of Nashville's red light district, it was long the center of music performance and backstage deals. Everyone from Jimi Hendrix to Johnny Cash to Tim McGraw performed here.

Duration 15 minutes
Admission Admission Included
6

Millennium Hotel Maxwell House Nashville

Once the site of Nashville's grandest hotel and the first place the celebrated coffee was served. What's the real story behind "Good to the last drop?"

Duration 5 minutes
Admission Admission Not Included
7

Ryman Auditorium

The crown jewel of downtown Nashville. Built as the Union Gospel Tabernacle in 1892, it was the home to the Grand Ole Opry from 1943-74. Stories about everyone from Hank Williams to Johnny Cash to Elvis Presley

Duration 20 minutes
Admission Admission Not Included
8

Tootsies Orchid Lounge

The city's most famous honky tonk was once songwriter's central, overseen by the colorful den mother Tootsie Bess. Her jukebox introduced demos of songs like "Hello Walls," "Crazy," "A-11" and "Sunday Morning Coming Down."

Duration 10 minutes
Admission Admission Included
9

Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum

The best of the music-related museums in Nashville, with a wonderful permanent collection and ever-changing exhibits.

Duration 10 minutes
Admission Admission Not Included
10

Skull's Rainbow Room

Legendary nightclub that has hosted such artists as Willie Nelson, Roger Miller, Dolly Parton and Andy Griffith. Paul McCartney once wrote a song in the club.

Duration 10 minutes
Admission Admission Included

The experience can be subject to change due to bad weather or unforseen circumstances. We always endeavour to give you the best possible experience.

Additional Information

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    Wheelchair accessible
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    Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
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    Service animals allowed
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    Public transportation options are available nearby
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    Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
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    Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Provided by Bill DeMain

What our experts say

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    Visit the Country Music Hall of Fame nearby
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    Grab a bite at Tootsies' after the tour
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    Check out Ryman Auditorium's schedule
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    Stroll Printer's Alley for live music
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    Don't miss The Peanut Shop for snacks

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