Nashville Pub Crawl Golf Game by Golf Cart

The twist is simple: trade a standard pub crawl for a golf cart, a portable putting green, and a putting contest that follows you from bar to bar. In about two hours, your group visits up to five Nashville bars, with scores shaped by your putts and penalties.

I like that the local guide drives and leads the game, so you can enjoy the ride and get neighborhood context without planning the route yourself. I also like the freedom to choose your own drinks, since they are not included in the price.

The main trade-off is time: five bar stops in two hours makes for a quick-moving outing, and one group felt they had little time at each place. This is best when you value a lively group activity over a slow, drink-by-drink evening.

At a glance

• Five-bar format: The game takes you to up to five Nashville bars, with putting challenges between stops.
• A golf cart for your group: Your cart, putters, portable green, and guide are part of the experience.
• Local guide at the wheel: Guides including Joe, Cam, Tyler, Swade, Foster, Richie, and Mick have been named by past participants.
• A friendly contest: Lowest score wins. Penalties count, and the putting rules can shape the game.
• Two hours, drinks extra: The listed price is $62.47 per person. You pay separately for drinks.
• Best with a group: The game is designed for four or more people and works especially well when everyone enjoys a little competition.

A pub crawl with a putting green on board

Joyride Nashville’s Bar Golf adds a game to a familiar night out. Instead of walking from one bar to another, you ride in a private golf cart for your group, stopping at local bars and putting between destinations. The guide serves as driver and caddie, keeping the game moving and helping your group make sense of the rules.

The setup includes a mobile putting green and a set of putters. Your score depends on how well you putt, along with any penalty points. As in golf, the player with the lowest score wins. The game also connects putting and drink choices through its rules, but drinks themselves are not included in the tour price.

There is more to the outing than a novelty sport. A cart makes the journey between bars part of the entertainment, while a local guide can share neighborhood details along the way. Past participants have particularly liked the guides’ humor, easygoing manner, and Nashville facts. Names that have come up include Joe, Cam, Tyler, Swade, Foster, Richie, Mick, and Austin, though your guide will depend on the day.

Meeting at 833 9th Avenue South

The tour begins at 833 9th Ave S, Nashville, TN 37203, and ends back at the same meeting point. The activity is listed as near public transportation, but plan your arrival around the exact address and your own transport needs.

Once your group is together, the guide handles the cart and the game equipment. The experience is offered in English, with a maximum of 50 participants. The advertised setup is a private cart for your group, though the overall activity can include a larger number of people. If you are booking with friends, keep the group size and cart arrangements clear when you reserve.

The game is designed for four or more people. That matters: with a group, the scoring and penalties give everyone a reason to follow each putt. Two people can still enjoy the bars and cart ride, but the friendly tournament element is likely to feel livelier with a fuller team.

Putting your way between five bars

The route includes up to five Nashville bars, with stops described as Midtown and downtown-area hangouts. The exact venues are not named in advance, so think of this as a guided bar crawl rather than a fixed list of must-see pubs. Guides have been praised for choosing interesting local spots, and one group liked being taken away from the familiar Broadway scene.

At each stop, you have a chance to visit the bar, order a drink if you wish, and take part in the game. Some past participants have enjoyed Red Door Saloon, including its root beer float shots, but that is not a promise that it will be on your route. Bar choices can vary, and the guide may need to adjust plans as the outing unfolds.

Five stops sound generous, but the two-hour schedule puts a limit on lingering. One participant found the pace rushed, with too little time at the bars. If you want a long sit-down, a full meal, or an unhurried round of drinks, this format may feel compressed. If you see the bars as checkpoints in a moving game, the quick rhythm makes more sense.

The golf rules make the stops feel different

The putting contest is the feature that keeps this from being an ordinary bar crawl. You are not just following a guide from one venue to the next: you are keeping score, managing penalties, and trying to beat your friends. Putting can be harder than it looks, which is part of the joke and the challenge.

The game’s drinking rules are tied to performance, but you decide what to order, and drinks are an extra cost. That makes the advertised price easier to understand: it covers the two-hour golf-game tour, cart transport for your group, a professional local guide or caddie, and trip insurance listed at $6.99 per person. Your bar tab is separate, so budget for that as well.

This flexibility is useful if your group has mixed tastes or if some people want to drink less. You can enjoy the competition without treating the tour price as an all-inclusive drinks package. Just remember that the activity takes place at bars and all participants must be at least 21.

A guide can make or break the outing

The strongest part of the experience is often the person driving the cart. Guides have been praised for being funny, laid-back, accommodating, and ready with local facts. Some have shared neighborhood details; others have kept the ride lively with jokes, songs, or small surprises. That personal touch matters because the cart ride and the transitions between bars are part of the two-hour experience, not dead time.

Names associated with strong outings include Joe, Cam, Tyler, Swade, Foster, Richie, Mick, and Austin. You cannot count on a particular guide being available, but the repeated emphasis on warm, engaging service is a good sign for a tour built around group energy. One group also appreciated guides who adapted destination plans on the go, a useful quality when a bar is busy or the route needs a change.

The tour is recommended by 98% of participants and has a 4.9 rating from 81 ratings. Those numbers suggest broad appeal, but they do not erase the practical caveat: the outing works best when your expectations match the format. It is a playful, guided sampler, not a serious food-and-drink crawl.

Midtown rather than only Broadway

Nashville’s Broadway strip is the city’s best-known nightlife corridor, but this tour is promoted as a way to see bars beyond that scene. Stops around Midtown and nearby parts of town offer a different angle on an evening out, and the cart makes it possible to cover more ground than a walk between nearby venues.

The route also includes a mention of Music Row, home to country music record-label offices, radio stations, and recording studios. That context helps explain why the area matters to Nashville’s music business, though the details provided do not promise a formal stop at a particular studio or landmark. Treat the ride as a chance to get neighborhood context, not a dedicated music-industry tour.

If you have already spent time on Broadway, the change of scene can be a welcome part of the appeal. If this is your first and only night in Nashville and your priority is the famous Broadway bars, check that the route suits your plans before booking.

Is $62.47 a fair price?

At $62.47 per person, the price buys more than transport. You get about two hours with a guide, a golf cart for your group, putting equipment, a structured game, and visits to up to five bars. The package also includes trip insurance listed at $6.99 per person. For a group that would otherwise need to arrange its own activity and transport between stops, that combination can be good value.

The cost is less compelling if you mainly want time inside each bar. Drinks are extra, and a quick visit to five venues may leave you wishing for a slower pace. Consider the price as payment for the guided game and cart ride, not as a prepaid night of drinking.

The experience is booked, on average, 27 days ahead. That does not mean you must reserve exactly that early, but it is a useful planning signal if you have a fixed date or a larger group. Confirmation is received at booking, and the ticket is mobile.

Weather, age limits, and practical details

The tour runs rain or shine, in hot or cold weather, so dress for the forecast rather than assuming the cart will keep you sheltered. You must be 21 or older and bring a valid ID. Without proof of age, you will not be permitted into the bars.

Most people can participate, according to the activity details, but the tour involves riding in a golf cart, getting in and out at stops, and taking part in a putting game. If that could be a concern for anyone in your group, check with Joyride Tours before booking rather than relying on the general participation note.

Free cancellation is available up to 24 hours before the start time. Cancellations made less than 24 hours in advance are not refunded, and changes within that window are not accepted. Keep that cutoff in mind if weather, travel plans, or group numbers may shift.

Who should book the Nashville golf cart crawl?

I would choose this for a birthday, bachelor or bachelorette outing, family group of adults, or a friends’ weekend when the goal is to laugh, compete, and see a few bars outside the usual Broadway circuit. It is especially well suited to people who enjoy mini golf or casual games and do not mind a brisk schedule.

I would skip it if you want a quiet pub evening, a long meal, a fixed list of specific bars, or drinks included in the price. The best reason to book is the combination of cart ride, local guide, and friendly putting contest. Bring your ID, dress for the weather, set aside money for drinks, and let the scorekeeping provide the evening’s bragging rights.

FAQ

How long is the Nashville Pub Crawl Golf Game?

The experience lasts about two hours.

How much does the tour cost?

The listed price is $62.47 per person. Drinks are not included.

Where does the tour start and end?

It starts at 833 9th Ave S, Nashville, TN 37203, and ends back at the same meeting point.

How many bars will the group visit?

The tour visits up to five Nashville bars.

Is there a minimum age?

Yes. Participants must be at least 21 years old.

Do I need to bring ID?

Yes. Bring ID as proof of age. You will not be permitted into bars without it.

What happens if it rains or the weather is cold?

The tour runs rain or shine, in hot or cold weather. Dress for the conditions.

Are drinks included in the tour price?

No. You pay separately for drinks at the bars.

Can I cancel and receive a refund?

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