The 10 Nashville Bus Tours That Earn the Fare

1.Best of Nashville City Sightseeing Tour on Double Decker Bus

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 2,601 reviews · 1 hour (approx.) · from $34Our pick

Spend one hour touring Nashville from a Gray Line double-decker bus. Choose an open-air upper-deck seat or a sheltered place behind panoramic windows while a driver-guide points out the Ryman, Broadway, the Parthenon, Vanderbilt, Nissan Stadium, and more. Guides such as JT, Mike, and Jolene have led recent departures.

“The tour guide was knowledgeable plus hilarious! She kept our attention the whole time plus lots of laughs!”

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2.Nashville to Jack Daniel’s Distillery Bus Tour + Whiskey Tastings

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,906 reviews · 7 hours (approx.) · from $139Top rated

Travel from downtown Nashville to Jack Daniel’s Distillery in Lynchburg by air-conditioned bus or van. You’ll tour the production areas, taste several Tennessee whiskeys in the George Green Barrel House, and shop for Tennessee-only bottles. The 9:00am departure adds about 90 minutes in Lynchburg for lunch and browsing.

“Driver did a great job. Hannah gave a great tour. We had a great day seeing Jack Daniel's distillery.”

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3.Nashville “Homes Of The Stars” Narrated Bus Tour with 30+ Celebrity Homes

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 1,716 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $69

Ride through Nashville’s stylish residential neighborhoods with a lively guide such as Glenn or Ed, seeing more than 30 celebrity homes linked to artists including Dolly Parton, Taylor Swift, Garth Brooks, and Reese Witherspoon. The two-hour trip also passes the Ryman Auditorium, State Capitol, Fort Nashborough, and Second Avenue in an air-conditioned coach.

“Driver was engaging and knowledgable …the ride was smooth and he took his time to make sure everyone could see…”

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4.Hop-on Hop-off Trolley Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 1,634 reviews · 1 - 2 days · from $53

Ride Old Town Trolley through Nashville with live guides such as Drey, Tater, Cousin Debbie, and JR. Stay aboard for a narrated 11-mile overview, or hop off at the Country Music Hall of Fame, Parthenon, Ryman Auditorium, and other stops. Choose a one or two-day ticket, with trolleys arriving about every 20 to 30 minutes.

“Enjoyable and lots of musical history learned! Great value for the money!”

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5.Nashville’s Wildest Honky Tonk Public Party Bus (21+)

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,305 reviews · 1 hour 45 minutes (approx.) · from $25Best value

Spend about 1 hour and 45 minutes on Nashville’s open-air Honky Tonk Party Express. A host such as Jake, Austin, Gin, or William may handle the music, drinks, and crowd, while a driver takes you downtown. Expect LED lights, dancing, a 15-minute Ole Smoky stop, and a custom hat shop finish. Alcohol costs extra.

“Do it!! We had the best time dancing and singing along with the music. The cruise director/Bartender/DJ/Hype man Jake was awesome. He helped make my daughter’s 21st birthday perfect!! Walter, our driver was great too.”

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6.Double-Decker City Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 738 reviews · 1 hour · from $34

Ride a one-hour loop from Riverfront Station through downtown Nashville, past Nissan Stadium, the Parthenon, Vanderbilt, the State Capitol, Lower Broadway, and more than 100 points of interest. English-speaking guides such as Corey, Nick, and Jolene add local stories and humor, while the open top gives you a clear view when weather cooperates.

“There was a lot to see, and we did stop at notable places, briefly. The history and commentary was great. I guess you can't go too far out of downtown in an hour with the traffic. Otherwise, a good tour.”

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7.Homes of the Stars Narrated Bus Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 531 reviews · 2 hours · from $69

Spend two hours touring Nashville by bus, passing homes linked with Taylor Swift, Kid Rock, Martina McBride, Reese Witherspoon, Dierks Bentley, and other stars. Guides such as Julie, Ed, Glen, and Leonard add music history, local stories, and humor. The tour includes transportation and narration, but no hotel pickup.

“We traveled from Vermont to Nashville for our anniversary celebration vacation. We enjoyed the trip and our guide was very friendly and knowledgeable of the area. Highly recommend.”

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8.Drag Queen Party Bus w/Games, Dancing & Drag Show

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 96 reviews · 1h 30m · from $59

Meet at 1517 Church Street, then ride Nashville with two drag queens leading games, quizzes, songs, and a live show. The 90-minute route passes Broadway, The Gulch, Music Row, Vanderbilt, SoBro, and Nissan Stadium. Drinks can be bought at check-in and stored in the bus coolers. Ages 18 and up.

“Best tour in Nashville!! We had the time of our lives!!!”

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9.Party Bus with DJ and Bar

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 15 reviews · 2 hours · from $49

Spend two hours on a Nashville party bus with a live DJ, bartender, bar service, phone chargers, ice, and cups. Cruise Broadway and Honky Tonk Highway while choosing beer, seltzers, or other non-liquor drinks from The Green Light. The bus may be blue or pink, and DJs such as PJ or Dumplin may host the ride.

“It was fun but cold when we went a party on wheels, would be nice if the drinks were included but you have to buy separately. Dress warm it's all open, Dumplin was our DJ he's the best so much fun!!!!”

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10.Hop-On Hop-Off Brewery Trolley Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 6 reviews · 1 day · from $45

Spend a day riding a vintage, air-conditioned trolley between Nashville breweries. Start downtown at 11:50 AM or join at a stop, then visit places such as Honeytree Meadery, Southern Grist, and East Nashville Beer Works. Guides including Randy and Trevor have earned strong praise for local know-how and friendly service.

“We booked the East Nashville Music City BREWHOP Trolly and it was amazing! Randy was our driver and was excellent. He is so knowledgeable about the area and went above and beyond. HIGHLY recommend this tour!”

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