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Walkin' Nashville - Music City Legends Tour
About
This is a tour for music lovers wanting the inside story of how Nashville became Music City.
Your friendly guide is Grammy-nominated music journalist Bill DeMain, a writer with over thirty years experience who’s contributed to publications such as MOJO and Rolling Stone. He is also a Nashville correspondent for the BBC.
- Up to 10 travelers in the group
What to expect
- 1Tennessee's only 5-star hotel, built in 1910. Guests have included Charlie Chaplin,…Tennessee's only 5-star hotel, built in 1910. Guests have included Charlie Chaplin, Enrico Caruso, JFK, Paul McCartney and Dolly Parton. 5 min Admission not included
- 2Woolworth TheatreF.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. 5 min Admission not included
- 3The Arcade"Nashville's oldest shopping mall," built in 1902. We will visit The Peanut Shop, which opened in 1927. 10 min Admission included
- 4The Peanut ShopFirst 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! 5 min Admission included
- 5Printer's AlleyOnce 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. 15 min Admission included
- 6Once the site of Nashville's grandest hotel and the first place the celebrated coffee…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?" 5 min Admission not included
- 7Ryman AuditoriumThe 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 20 min Admission not included
- 8Tootsies Orchid LoungeThe 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." 10 min Admission included
- 9Country Music Hall of Fame and MuseumThe best of the music-related museums in Nashville, with a wonderful permanent collection and ever-changing exhibits. 10 min Admission not included
- 10Skull's Rainbow RoomLegendary 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. 10 min Admission included
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- All Fees and Taxes
Not included
- Lunch
Before you go
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- They can show the ticket on their phone or mobile device.
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Meeting & pickup
Meeting pointNashvilleGet directions (opens Google Maps)
At the entrance to Legislative Plaza. Look for the guide with the cowboy hat and microphone headset.