All-Inclusive Pub Crawl with Moonshine, Cocktails, and Craft Beer

Nashville’s bar scene can be a lot to sort out on your first night. This roughly two-hour crawl gives you a guide, four downtown stops, and a selected drink at each, with the route taking in the Honky Tonks around Broadway and the speakeasy-style atmosphere of Printers Alley.

I like the built-in variety: you can sample beer, cocktails, or Tennessee moonshine without planning each stop yourself, and the guide adds local stories between bars. The free souvenir fanny pack is a fun extra. One thing to weigh up: drinks are selected for you, and the experience is a walking pub crawl, not a food tour or a deep look at Nashville’s music history.

• Four downtown stops: Visit a mix of bars and Honky Tonks, with Doc Holliday’s named as a typical starting point.
• A drink at each bar: Your included drink is selected from the options available at that venue.
• Printers Alley and Broadway: The route links two well-known downtown nightlife areas, though stops can vary.
• Local stories on the walk: Guides such as Will, Sean, and Jimmy have been praised for conversation and Nashville tips.
• A practical first-night plan: You can get a feel for the bar scene without choosing every stop yourself.
• A fanny pack to take home: Each participant receives a souvenir NASH PACK fanny pack.

Four Nashville bars in about two hours

This is a short, social introduction to downtown nightlife. The plan is to visit four establishments in central Nashville, moving between them on foot with a guide. The experience takes about two hours, though the supplied timing breaks the downtown portion into roughly 90 minutes and a 25-minute stop. Allow a little flexibility for the pace of the group and the bars.

The crawl is designed around drinks and company, not a meal. You receive one selected alcoholic drink at each establishment, and the choices may include beer, cocktails, or local moonshine. You do not choose freely from the entire bar menu, so go in expecting a set selection rather than a custom tasting.

That distinction matters at $84.95 per person. Four included drinks plus a guide and a planned route can make the price worthwhile if you want someone else to organize your first evening out. If you would rather choose every drink, stay longer in one bar, or simply wander Broadway on your own, you may get better value by paying as you go.

Starting near Doc Holliday’s and Lower Broadway

The listed starting point is Doc Holliday’s Saloon at 112 2nd Avenue North, a convenient central address near the downtown bar district. The experience description also says the precise meeting location is provided the day before, and that the start and finish can change if a venue or special event affects the route. Confirm the meeting point before setting out rather than relying on an old map pin.

From the start, expect a quick transition into the evening rather than a long orientation. The crawl moves among downtown bars, and you will be walking between venues. That makes comfortable shoes a better choice than anything you would regret wearing for a few city blocks.

The group is capped at 20, but it can be much smaller. Some departures have only a handful of people, which can make conversation with the guide easier; it can also feel quieter if you hoped for a big party group. At least four people must be booked for the tour to operate, so a small departure may be rescheduled or refunded if the minimum is not met.

Printers Alley, then the Honky Tonks

Printers Alley gives the crawl a different feel from the neon-lit Broadway strip. The planned route includes a speakeasy-style Gin Mill, offering a change of pace before or during a walk toward Broadway’s Honky Tonks. It is a useful way to see more than one side of downtown nightlife in a compact window.

The route then takes in Broadway establishments, where live music and a busy bar atmosphere are part of the appeal. The exact venues can vary, and no fixed list of all four stops is promised. Past stops have included places such as Bootleggers Inn and MJs Chill Spot, but treat those as examples, not guaranteed parts of your night.

Doc Holliday’s is specifically named as a starting venue, while the planned finish is Big Machine Brewery & Distillery at 122 3rd Avenue South. Since the route may change, do not count on every bar or the order being exactly the same each time. The value is in having a guide connect several nearby places, not in locking down a precise bar itinerary.

One useful detail: the tour is not simply a round of drinks at the biggest Broadway names. The guide may take you to places you might not have chosen on your own, including smaller or less familiar bars. That can be a welcome change if you have already seen the main strip, or a helpful introduction if you have just arrived.

What the included drinks are, and what they are not

Your ticket includes one selected drink at every establishment visited, along with alcoholic beverages and the NASH PACK fanny pack. The drink may be a beer, cocktail, or Tennessee moonshine, depending on the venue and the selection offered. The tour is promoted around sampling these local styles, but it does not guarantee that you will receive one of each.

You also should not assume that you can choose anything you like from the full menu. The included drink is selected, and the available options may not suit every taste. Some past participants have found the drinks sweet or the choices limited, while others have enjoyed trying the bars’ specialty drinks. If you are particular about spirits or prefer a dry cocktail, this is worth considering before you book.

Additional drinks after the tour are not included. There is no food included either, so eat beforehand if you do not want to spend the evening drinking on an empty stomach. That is especially sensible when the route includes several bars and a drink at each.

The guide can shape the night

A good guide adds more than directions. The strongest part of this experience, based on the feedback available, is the human side: guides have shared local history, talked about Nashville’s bar scene, and suggested places to eat or explore later. Will, Sean, Jimmy, Joe, and Elijah are among the names associated with positive experiences, but you cannot request or count on a particular guide from the details provided.

The guide also helps a group move between venues and keeps the evening connected. That is useful if you are new to downtown, traveling with friends, or hoping to meet other people rather than making every decision as a couple or family. The tour is open to adults aged 21 and over, and you must bring a valid photo ID to be served.

The guide’s energy can make a real difference. Some people have described engaging, funny, and welcoming hosts; a few have had a less satisfying experience with a guide who seemed disengaged. No tour can guarantee a particular personality, so think of the guide as a helpful part of the outing, not the sole reason to book.

Is $84.95 good value?

The price buys more than four drinks: it covers a guide, a planned circuit of four bars, local commentary, and a small souvenir. You also avoid having to research venues and coordinate the group yourself. If you value that structure and expect to enjoy the selected drinks, the cost can be reasonable for a night out in a central location.

The calculation is less appealing if you do not drink alcohol, want full control over what you order, or already know the bars you want to visit. At roughly $21 per included drink before assigning any value to the guide or fanny pack, the price deserves a little thought. You may prefer to use that budget to buy your own drinks at bars of your choosing.

There is no designated-driver problem within the group, since the tour takes place on foot in central Nashville. Still, plan your way back to your accommodation separately. The crawl ends downtown, and the tour does not include transport.

Weather, timing, and a few useful checks

The tour requires walking and a moderate level of physical fitness. Bring a layer for cold evenings and check the forecast; rain can make the walk less pleasant, and the route is not described as an indoor-only experience. If poor weather cancels the activity, you will be offered another date or a full refund.

Booking averages about 32 days ahead, which is a useful guide if your schedule is fixed, though it is not stated as a required booking window. Confirmation is provided at booking. Free cancellation is available up to 24 hours before the start time; changes or cancellations inside that window are not accepted, and the amount paid is not refunded.

Service animals are allowed, and the meeting area is near public transportation. The group limit is 20, and the minimum number needed to run the activity is four. If the minimum is not reached, you can be offered a different date or a refund.

Who should book this Nashville crawl?

I would choose this for a first evening in town when I want a guided introduction to downtown bars without committing to a full-night excursion. It suits friends, couples, or families with adult members who enjoy a social atmosphere and are happy to walk between stops. The mix of Broadway and Printers Alley gives the night a little more range than staying on one block.

It is less suited to anyone expecting a food tour, a detailed music-history walk, a free choice of cocktails, or guaranteed live music at every stop. The venues and route can change, and a small group may not have the party feel you imagined. If those limits sound fine, the crawl offers a convenient way to get oriented, try a few drinks, and decide where to spend the rest of your night.

FAQ

How long does the pub crawl last?

It lasts about two hours. The listed downtown portion is divided into roughly 90 minutes and a 25-minute stop.

How many bars will I visit?

The experience is described as visiting four downtown bars or establishments.

Where does the tour start?

Doc Holliday’s Saloon at 112 2nd Avenue North is the listed starting point. The exact meeting location can change, so check the details sent the day before.

Where does the tour end?

The listed end point is Big Machine Brewery & Distillery at 122 3rd Avenue South. The finish can change because of venue or event conditions.

Are drinks included in the price?

Yes. One selected drink at each establishment is included, and the options may include beer, cocktails, or Tennessee moonshine. Additional drinks after the tour are not included.

Can I choose my own drink?

The included drink is selected from the options at each venue. You should not expect to choose freely from the full bar menu.

What is the minimum age, and what ID do I need?

You must be at least 21 years old and bring a valid photo ID. Without valid photo identification, you will be turned away for drinks.

How large is the group?

The tour has a maximum of 20 participants and requires at least four people to operate. If the minimum is not met, you may be offered a new date or a refund.

Can I cancel for a refund?

You can cancel at least 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. Cancellations or changes made less than 24 hours before the start time are not accepted.