Top 11 Nashville Night Tours

1.Nashville Evening Trolley Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 1,042 reviews · 1 hour 30 minutes (approx.) · from $47Our pick

Ride through Nashville after dark with a performing guide who shares music history, stories, and songs. The roughly 90-minute trolley tour passes Marathon Village, Ryman Auditorium, the Musicians Hall of Fame and Museum, and Music Row. It departs from 1200 Clinton Street and returns there. Expect commentary and live singing, not a Broadway honky-tonk crawl.

“Fun experience with lots of great history plus the singer in the trolley! Entertaining and a must do when in Nashville!”

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2.The Ghosts of Nashville Night-Time Walking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 799 reviews · 1 hour 30 minutes (approx.) · from $29Best value

Start at the Tennessee State Capitol at 8 pm for a 90-minute walk through downtown Nashville’s ghost lore and history. Stops include St. Mary’s of the Seven Sorrows, Downtown Presbyterian Church, Ryman Auditorium, and Flying Saucer Nashville. Guides named in recent feedback include Steve, Melanie, Lauren, Kat, and Shelby. Expect stories, city history, and some walking between sites.

“Interesting and educational tour of several places around the city with a spooky history. Our tour guide, Shelby, was very enthusiastic and informative. A great tour!”

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3.“Murder in Music City” Night-Time Ghost Walking Tour of Nashville

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 742 reviews · 1 hour 30 minutes (approx.) · from $34

At 9 pm, follow a local guide from the Alvin York Statue to downtown sites tied to Civil War hauntings, a doctor linked to patients’ deaths, Printers Alley, the Climax Saloon, and the Maxwell House Hotel. Expect a blend of true crime, ghost tales, and Nashville history, plus stairs at the Capitol. Guides such as Nestor and Steve have earned praise for lively storytelling.

“Our tour guide was wonderfully knowledgeable about the city and its history. He was also very personable and took his time to keep everyone safe and engaged in his presentation. We received a surprise visit from a local drunk and our guide was very professional and knew exactly what to do.”

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4.Music City Nighttime Trolley Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 490 reviews · 1h 30m · from $47

See Nashville by night from a stadium-seat trolley as an English-speaking performer-guide shares music history, sings familiar songs, and points out Music Row, Broadway, the Ryman, the Parthenon, and more. The 90-minute ride costs $47 per person. Guides have included Mac, Janice, and Bert, though the lineup can change.

“We enjoyed the variety of music, and Janele’s beautiful voice and informative narration ! Well done!”

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5.Night Time Trolley Tour of Nashville with Photo Stops

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 378 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $44

Ride a traditional trolley from Riverfront Train Station for an evening tour of Nashville, with a guide, city-history commentary, and photo stops at places such as Nissan Stadium, the Parthenon, and the John Seigenthaler Pedestrian Bridge. The route also passes landmarks including the Ryman Auditorium and Country Music Hall of Fame.

“Was a great tour, so many places we wouldn't have seen on our own. The trolley driver was fun and very informative!”

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6.Seeking Spirits Haunted Night-Time Pub Crawl in Nashville

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 341 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $34

At 8 pm, join a small-group, English-language walk through downtown Nashville’s haunted pub and music history. The two-hour route includes the Hard Rock Cafe, Skull’s Rainbow Room, Ernest Tubb Record Shop and Printer’s Alley. Guides such as Trevor, April and Campbell have led tours, though your guide may differ. Drinks are not listed as included.

“Trevor made it spectacular! He kept it engaging from the moment we arrived (6 minutes late while waiting for our check inside the Hard Rock having dinner).. His knowledge, along with his humor made it interesting and I'm so glad that he was our tour guide!”

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7.All-Inclusive Nighttime Pub Crawl

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 151 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $84

Follow a local guide through Printers Alley and Lower Broadway on this two-hour Nashville pub crawl, with a first cocktail included at each stop. You may visit spots such as Whiskey Bent Saloon, Alley Taps, and Bootleggers Inn, sampling Tennessee moonshine, craft beer, or specialty drinks. Guides named in recent seasons include Sean, Jimmy, and Darrin.

“I’m so glad we did this!If you are thinking of doing this, honestly do it! Guide was amazing as well.”

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8.2-hour Trolley Sightseeing Tour by Night

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 148 reviews · 2 hours · from $44

Ride a traditional trolley through Nashville after dark, with an English-speaking guide, city history, and two to five photo stops. The route takes in sights such as the Parthenon, Bicentennial Mall, the Capitol, and Broadway. Guides have included Julie, JT, TJ, Scooter, and Roy, though your guide may differ.

“My three grandkids said it was the favorite tour we did in Nashville. Roy was our guide and told us a lot of trivia about Nashville and about the history of Nashville. We thoroughly enjoyed the tour. I would definitely recommend the tour and oy Ur guide Roy.”

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9.Haunted Nashville Night-Time Walking Tour with Costumed Guide

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 64 reviews · 1 hour 30 minutes (approx.) Top rated

At 8 pm, meet a lantern-carrying guide in Victorian dress for a 90-minute walk through downtown Nashville. Hear tales tied to the Hermitage Hotel, the State Capitol, St. Mary’s, Printer’s Alley and the Ryman Auditorium. Guides have included Jill, Ashley, Joy and Frank; the route includes hills and stairs, so wear sturdy shoes.

“Great tour. Knowledgeable guide who gave us information on other place to visit. Thank you for the experience.”

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10.Nashville Bordellos, Burlesque, and Blood Night-Time Walking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 25 reviews · 2 hours (approx.)

At 8 pm, join a small-group walk from Church Street Park into Nashville’s old red-light districts and Printer’s Alley. Hear stories of scandal, murder, and burlesque, with stops at places including Bobby Hotel and Skull’s Rainbow Room. Guides have included Nestor, Stevie, Drew, Debrah, Chris, and Jenny. Drinks are extra.

“Stevie was an awesome tour guide. She made the experience fun and personalized. I appreciated that she didn’t cancel even though it was just two of us. The proves she’s a real one. You’re lucky if you get her as your guide.”

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11.Night-Time Hayride Sightseeing Tractor Tour of Nashville

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 9 reviews · 1 hour 30 minutes (approx.) · from $59

This 90-minute Nashville tractor hayride leaves at 7 pm from Joyride Nashville and loops back to its starting point. A guide shares local history and nightlife stories as you pass Broadway, the Ryman, the Capitol, Music Row and more. Guides have included Bryce, Suade and Cliff. Expect an overview ride, not time inside the sights.

“We had a great time. The guide was very knowledgeable and fun. Highly recommend this ride. Family friendly”

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