Looking for a fun and memorable way to see Music City? This guide rounds up some of the best tours in Nashville, from rowdy party buses and river cruises to laid-back sightseeing rides and food crawls. Whether you’re planning a bachelorette weekend, celebrating a birthday, or visiting for the first time, you’ll find options to fit every group size, vibe, and budget, with prices ranging from about $25 to $160 per person. Laugh along on a comedy bus, sing with drag queen hosts, roar through town in a monster truck, or take in the skyline from a private helicopter.
Nashville’s Best Party Buses, CRUISES, AND TOURS
Pontoon Saloon
The Pontoon Saloon is a floating party boat on Nashville’s Cumberland River, popular for bachelorette parties, birthdays, and private events. The 50-foot barge is operated by a licensed captain and deckhand who prioritize safety. Every cruise includes a party host, sound system, restroom, and an onboard bar selling beer, seltzers, wine, and canned cocktails, though outside beverages aren’t allowed. Both private and public cruises are available, with pricing and availability listed on their website.
Ideal for groups of: 1-45 people
Approximate Cost Per Person: $30-$95
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Hop On Hop Off Trolley Tour
The Nashville Hop On Hop Off Trolley Tour lets you explore the city at your own pace across 13 stops, getting on and off wherever you like. Live onboard commentary covers more than 100 points of interest, including Centennial Park, Ryman Auditorium, and the Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum. It’s a great way to get a sense of the city’s layout and history while leaving the driving and traffic to someone else.
Approximate Cost Per Person: $54
Nashville’s Wildest Honky Tonk Party Bus
The Honky Tonk Party Express is a 21+ open-air party bus that takes riders on a 1 hour and 45 minute tour of downtown Nashville, with LED lights, a premium sound system, and a tinted roof for sun or rain. An onboard VIP host plays music, takes photos, and keeps the party going, and ice, cups, and coolers are provided. The tour stops at Ole Smoky Distillery for moonshine and craft beer and ends at the Honky Tonk Hideaway, which has a full bar and a mechanical bull.
Approximate Cost Per Person: $25
Nashville Redneck Comedy Bus Tour
The Redneck Comedy Bus Tour is a two-hour ride through Nashville where stand-up comedians share Southern humor while pointing out landmarks and hidden gems. Stops range from Music Row to the Honky Tonk Highway, and the jokes are kept at a PG-14 level. The tour includes a free optional moonshine tasting for guests 21 and up at Ole Smoky Distillery, which also offers snacks and a gift shop.
Approximate Cost Per Person: $49.99
Murals & Mimosas Tour
The Murals & Mimosas Tour is a guided bus ride through Nashville’s street art scene and quirky neighborhood spots that you might not find on your own. Along the way, you’ll stop to pose for photos in front of colorful murals while your guide shares fun facts about the city. The tour includes a stop for a mimosa and fresh fruit, with non-alcoholic options available.
Approximate Cost Per Person: $115
Music City Rollin’ Jamboree – Comedy & Country Music
The Music City Rollin’ Jamboree is a 1.5-hour, adults-only bus tour that mixes bawdy comedy, country music, and sing-alongs. Grammy winner Cousin Gil and comedian Jenny Carson host the ride, which passes iconic spots like Music Row and Downtown Nashville. The lively party atmosphere makes it a quirky way to see the city and a good fit for special occasions, and since it often sells out, booking ahead is recommended.
Approximate Cost Per Person: $49.99
The Drag Bus
The Big Drag Party Bus is a 90-minute ride through Nashville hosted by drag queens, complete with live performances, games, sing-alongs, and dancing under club lighting. The route passes landmarks like the Ryman Auditorium, Country Music Hall of Fame, Johnny Cash Museum, Music Row, and the famous wings mural in The Gulch. The bus isn’t BYOB, but beer, hard seltzers, Red Bull, and jello shots are sold at check-in and during a halfway bathroom break, with ice-filled coolers provided behind the seats.
Approximate Cost Per Person: $59.95
Open-Air Minibus Sightseeing Tour of Nashville
This open-air minibus tour is a fun, efficient way to see multiple Nashville landmarks in a short time without having to plan your own route or navigate public transit. Along the way, you can sit back, enjoy the views, and listen to commentary about the city. The route covers well-known sights like Music Row, Printer’s Alley, and Nissan Stadium, along with some lesser-known local gems. It’s a great overview tour for first-time visitors to Nashville.
Approximate Cost Per Person: $49
Celebrity Homes Bus Tour
This two-hour narrated bus tour takes you through Nashville’s most scenic, upscale, and secluded neighborhoods to see more than 30 celebrity homes. Past and present residents include stars like Taylor Swift, Dierks Bentley, Reese Witherspoon, and Martina McBride, though the homes on the route are subject to change. An expert guide shares stories about Nashville’s celebrities as you ride in a comfortable, air-conditioned coach.
Approximate Cost Per Person: $69.95
Helicopter Tour of Downtown Nashville
This private helicopter tour offers a luxurious way to see Nashville’s top sights from above, skipping the traffic and crowds of a typical bus tour. Since the flight is reserved just for your party, you get an intimate, exclusive experience. Along the way, you’ll hear commentary as you fly over key landmarks like the Ryman Auditorium, Tennessee State Capitol, and the Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum. It’s a quick and memorable way to get your bearings and take in Music City from a whole new perspective.
Approximate Cost Per Person: $160
Monster Truck Tour
This 90-minute tour takes you roaring through Nashville in a jacked-up 4×4 monster truck, with one truck in the fleet once owned by John Rich of Big & Rich. A local driver and guide provides lively commentary on the city’s culture, history, and people along the way.
Approximate Cost Per Person: $54
Authentic Nashville Food Tour – East or 12 South
This small-group food tour lets you sample local dishes on a walking crawl through either East Nashville or 12 South, with a guide sharing insights into the city’s food scene. The East Nashville option focuses on classic Southern flavors, with tastings like a double cheeseburger, 2-bone rib, Nashville hot chicken, a crispy catfish taco, and a Yemeni honey pastry. The 12 South option visits trendy coffee shops and eateries among restored buildings, serving dishes like a breakfast taco, seasonal donut, brisket quesadilla, and hot pork and grits casserole. Both tours end with a “Secret Dish” and offer multiple time slots.
Approximate Cost Per Person: $86.99
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This list is awesome, party buses are the best things to do in Nash! But my fav bus isn’t on here! Definitely need to try out Extreme Party Bus!!