Private Nashville City Tour up to 7 Guests History Hidden Gems
Description
Explore Nashville in comfort and style — with over 250 years of history, culture, stories, fun facts, hidden gems, and local recommendations. This tour offers a great overview of downtown Nashville, where historic sites meet modern architecture and captivating artwork. Learn about the city’s past, the history of country music and the Grand Ole Opry, and some of Music City’s most famous and infamous people and iconic places. Travel in a black Ford Expedition Max with a panoramic sunroof. Up to 7 passengers ride comfortably, with plenty of room for luggage, coolers, shopping, and more. All rides are private, with stops for photos, exploring, or quick breaks whenever you’d like.
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Itinerary
Ride down Nashville’s (in)famous honky-tonk highway and hear the stories behind the neon lights. Learn how this stretch of Broadway became tied to the Grand Ole Opry and grew into the center of country music. Hear stories about the legendary bars and the artists who got their start in them.
This massive convention center is full of music-inspired architectural details. Hear how its environmentally friendly design helped it earn LEED Gold certification.
Home of the NHL’s Nashville Predators hockey team. Ever wonder why Nashville’s mascot is a saber-tooth tiger?
Pass by the Country Music Hall of Fame and learn about the unique architecture of this iconic museum. Hear stories about the music industry and the legends honored across the street at Walk of Fame Park.
Home of the Grammy-winning Nashville Symphony. This elegant concert hall is known for its incredible acoustics and stunning architecture.
The Cumberland River is the reason Nashville exists. Early settlers built the city here because the river made trade, travel, and growth possible.
Dedicated to the influence of African American music and the artists who shaped nearly every genre we listen to today.
Known as the “Mother Church of Country Music,” this historic church hosted the Grand Ole Opry for 31 years and some of the most legendary performances in American music history.
Located in Nashville’s former “Men’s Quarter,” Printers Alley played an important role in the city’s music and nightlife history. From jazz clubs and late-night bars to karaoke, strip clubs, and a few scandalous stories along the way.
One of the oldest working state capitols in the country. Hear stories about Tennessee politics, Civil War history, and the four dead bodies on the property.
The Grand Ole Opry moved here in 1939, but when it was forced out in 1943, Ryman Auditorium manager Lula Naff helped move the show to the Ryman, where it remained for 31 years.
Former headquarters of National Life & Accident Insurance and home to WSM radio. This is where one of Nashville’s most famous broadcasts first began.
A park designed to tell the story of Tennessee through monuments, geography, and history just steps from the state capitol.
Once gritty rail yards and warehouses, now one of Nashville’s trendiest neighborhoods known for murals, restaurants, and skyline views. We may pass through here if time allows.
The heart of Nashville’s recording industry where thousands of hit songs have been written and recorded—and where the music business continues today. If time allows, we may pass through this historic neighborhood.
Highlights
What's included
Pickup Locations & Times
Pick up is included within most of Nashville-Davidson County. Outlying area pick up is also available but, may be additional.
Traveller Ratings
Important Information
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Duration of this tour (2hr) is spent passing by each location, with history, stories, and the opportunity to stop for photos.
Reviews(27)
Comfortable vehicle. Very knowledgeable of the history. Funny and friendly. Easy to work with. He contacted me a week before the tour and asked if there were any specific interests.
Matt was an excellent city guide and this was a very comfortable private tour. We now crave more time to learn some additional fun Nashville facts so we are planning to do this again in the summer with some family members! We genuinely recommend it 😁👍.
Matt was an excellent tour guide and provided insightful information and shared some interesting Nashville history! The four of us were very comfortable in his super clean SUV and truly enjoyed the two hours that we spent with Matt… We all wished we had more time to see more sights and learn more so we might hook up with him again on our next Nashville Bash Weekend visit!
Matt was amazing. Very knowledgeable about the history of Nashville. Stop overthinking this decision and hit the purchase button below. Trust me. You’ll thank me later.
If you are looking for a tour in Nashville that feels less like a rehearsed lecture and more like an exclusive backstage pass, Matt Black is the guide you want. We recently booked a private tour with Matt, and it exceeded every expectation. Here is why he stands out: Unmatched Insider Knowledge: Matt doesn’t just hit the "greatest hits" of the city. He shares the kind of stories you won't find in a guidebook—details about local history, architecture, and the notable figures who have shaped the area. A Seamless, Professional Experience: From the moment we met, everything was handled with incredible polish. He managed the logistics perfectly, allowing us to simply relax and soak in the sights without worrying about timing or crowds. Personalized Pace: Because it was a private tour, Matt was incredibly adaptive. He sensed exactly when we wanted to linger at a specific spot for photos and when we were ready to move on to the next hidden gem. Engaging Storytelling: Matt has a natural charisma that makes the history of the area come alive. He is witty, approachable, and clearly passionate about what he does. Bottom line: A tour with Matt Black is an investment in a truly memorable experience. Whether you're a first-time visitor or a local looking to see your city through a new lens, Matt provides a sophisticated, high-end service that is second to none.
We had a great tour with Matt. He was knowledgeable and great fun on the tour. We highly recommend him for future travelers
We visited Nashville for 4 nights from 7th Feb as a party of 4. Matt was waiting for us at the airport which was very welcome after a 9 hour flight. His car was immaculately clean and very comfortable. First day we did a 2 hour tour of Nashville which really gave us our bearings and we learnt so much that we would never have found out on our own. The following day we arranged a 5 hour tour out of Nashville city centre concentrating on the Civil War with stop offs at a historical house ,fort and plantation.We visited Franklin which was just a beautiful town ,it was like stepping back in time! I can't stress the benefit of a small private tour like this as Matt structured the day to our interests ( even driving us to the famous Bluebird cafe as my daughter was a great fan of the Nashville series!) Nothing beats local information with the ability to ask questions about practically anything. In fact Matt gave us a host of information and recommendations even before we left the UK in order that we could book and plan. We visited the Ol Opry for a show and Matt took us there and collected us which alleviated the issue of trying to get an Uber with everyone else! To finish our trip Matt took us back to the airport. I am so pleased that we found Matt as he really enhanced our wonderful trip, he is a genuinely nice Guy with a great sense of humour and I would not hesitate to recommend him!
We have been on several tours in Nashville over the past 20+ years, and this was by far the best! Matt met us at our unit in Club Wyndham Resort right when he said he would be there (actually a few minutes early), parked and greeted us in the parking lot. (Us was the 4 of us; me, my wife, her brother and his wife). The first thing I noticed was that his SUV was spotless inside and out. It was a great size for the 4 of us to be comfortable during the whole tour. He told us a little about himself and asked us about where we were from and what was the occasion for our visit. We explained that it was my brother-in-law, Chuck's 65th Birthday, and we decided to celebrate it with him in Nashville since he had never been there. As soon as we pulled out of the parking lot Matt became the Tour Guide Extraordinare, giving us a detailed explanation of the area and many of the buildings. And as we headed to Downtown Nashville, he highlighted what the tour included, and never missed a beat in responding to our many questions, answering them all in a very professional manner. Immediately it became obvious to us that he was extremely knowledgeable about Nashville and the surrounding area. My wife and I were really impressed as he took us to very interesting places that we didn't even know about, even though we had been in Nashville so many times. Now, since I don't know how to type and the 2 fingers I use are getting tired, let me sum up my comments by saying that Matt is the best tour guide I have ever met, and it was easy for our family to leave feeling like we had made a new friend. We will definitely call him the next time we are in Nashville, and plan to recommend him to everyone we meet who is planning to go to Nashville. Thanks Matt!
Fantastic tour. Matt was great, shared tons of interesting facts and details, gave us recommendations of other things to do, and was very flexible. Highly recommend him, if we come back to Nashville we will definitely work with him again. Thank you Matt!
The driver, Matt, was friendly, knowledgeable and one of the best your guides I have ever had. He gave a thorough history while showing us Nashville's main attractions. I would recommend a tour with him to anyone traveling to Nashville for the first time.
