Nashville: 2-Hour Golf Cart Bar Crawl Tour

Nashville’s golf cart bar crawl turns a short afternoon or evening into a moving putt-putt contest. You ride between Midtown bars, take penalty points for missed shots or rule violations, and earn predetermined drinks based on how well you play. It is part bar hop, part silly team game, and part quick tour of Nashville’s nightlife.

I like the golf cart transport because you do not have to plan the route or walk between every stop. I also like the way guides such as Jeremiah and Jake can shape the mood, offer drink suggestions, and help steer the group toward a good restaurant afterward. The main drawback is that drinks are not included, and your group may be combined with as many as six other people.

Key points

• Putt-putt controls the drinking game: Your score, penalties, and performance help determine the drinks you receive.
• Golf carts connect Midtown bars: You get a short ride between stops instead of handling the route yourself.
• Guides can shape the experience: Jeremiah and Jake received especially warm praise for humor, local suggestions, and personal attention.
• Budget beyond the ticket price: The tour costs $56 per person, while drinks average about $6 each.
• Groups may be combined: A party of four can be paired with another group of up to six people.
• Bring proper identification: Tennessee’s drinking age is 21, and you need a valid passport or ID card and driver’s license.

How the two-hour bar golf game works

The basic idea is simple. You meet for pickup from your hotel, join the golf cart, and begin a two-hour route through some of Nashville’s best Midtown bars. At each stage, you take part in a putt-putt tournament while ordering drinks separately.

This is not a formal golf lesson. It is a recreational drinking game designed for a group of four or more people. The fun comes from the odd combination of a miniature golf scorecard, bar stops, and a golf cart rolling through Nashville streets.

Your performance affects the game. The setup includes a list of penalties and predetermined drinks based on how well you putt. That gives the outing a little structure, but it also means you should expect a playful contest rather than a normal guided sightseeing tour.

The details of the course and drink choices are not fixed in the information provided. That can be a plus if you like a loose, social outing, but it means you should not book this expecting a precise list of bars, cocktails, or golf challenges in advance.

Hotel pickup and the first ride

The tour begins with pickup from your hotel, then moves by golf cart toward the Midtown bar area. That transport is one of the practical strengths of the experience. You can leave the route planning to the guide and focus on your group, the game, and the city around you.

A golf cart is also a different way to see Nashville than a standard walking bar crawl. You are not covering great distances, but the open-air ride gives the outing a moving, informal feel. It also helps if your group would rather avoid a long walk between drinks.

Keep your expectations realistic. The golf cart is transport between bars, not a sightseeing vehicle with a full historical narration. The guide’s role is mainly to keep the group together, manage the game, and get you safely from one place to the next.

That practical side matters after a drink or two. One guest specifically valued being taken around safely, even while wishing the guide had been more involved and prepared. I would treat that as a useful reminder: the quality of the outing depends partly on the guide’s energy, not just on the route.

Midtown bars and Southern hospitality

The route visits several of Nashville’s hottest Midtown bars, with time to experience their Southern hospitality. The exact bars are not named, so you should think of this as a guided introduction to a bar district rather than a guaranteed visit to specific venues.

That flexibility may work well for first-time visitors who want a ready-made night out. You will not need to compare bars, work out the order, or decide where to go next. The guide handles the movement while you enjoy a small sample of the area.

The tradeoff is control. If you have one particular Nashville bar in mind, this tour may not take you there. You also should not assume that every stop will suit your personal taste. The experience is built around the group game and the shared route, not individual bar preferences.

I like the social design here. Putt-putt gives people something to do while they get comfortable with one another, which can be helpful for birthday groups, friend groups, and mixed parties. You are not left standing around making small talk at the first bar.

The ride between stops adds another layer. A bar crawl can become repetitive when every stop looks the same, but the golf cart gives the two-hour outing a clear rhythm: ride, play, order, laugh, and move on.

What happens during the putting contest

The miniature golf element is the hook. You play a course while visiting the bars, and the score affects the drinking game. Penalty points come into play as well, so the competition is not based only on putting skill.

This gives the activity a light sense of stakes without turning it into serious sport. A strong putt might help your position, while a penalty can make you a target for friendly teasing. The rules are meant to keep the group involved, not produce a serious golf ranking.

You should ask the guide to explain the penalties and drink system clearly at the start. One of the few less positive comments pointed to a guide who could have been more involved and prepared. Clear instructions matter here because the game is the center of the experience.

The format works best when everyone plays along. If some people want a normal bar crawl and others want an organized game, the group may feel uneven. The tour is a better fit for people who enjoy goofy competition, simple rules, and a little public silliness.

The activity is designed for four or more people. Smaller bookings may be grouped with another party of up to six people, so expect a possible total group size of ten. That can make the game more lively, but it also means you will not have complete control over the pace or mood.

Guides Jeremiah, Jake, and the human factor

The guide can make or break this kind of outing. Jeremiah received especially strong praise for humor, local knowledge, personal attention, and the ability to adjust to a group’s mood. He also offered useful restaurant suggestions after the tour, which is exactly the sort of small help that can improve a Nashville stay.

Jake was also singled out for bringing a lot of energy to the experience. Those details suggest that a warm, playful guide can turn a basic bar route into a more personal afternoon.

At the same time, guide quality may vary. One guest found the outing fine but felt the guide could have been more active and better prepared. I would not ignore that comment. A golf cart bar crawl needs a host who explains the rules, keeps the group engaged, and knows how to pace the stops.

You should also remember that a guide cannot control every part of the night. Bar conditions, group chemistry, and the pace of ordering will affect the experience. A flexible attitude helps, especially if you are paired with another party.

What the $56 price really covers

The price is $56 per person for two hours. That includes the putt-putt tournament and the golf cart-based tour, but not your drinks.

The average drink price is about $6. If you buy two drinks, your basic outing cost becomes roughly $68 per person. Three drinks would put it near $74, before any extra food or purchases. That is the number I would use when comparing this with a self-guided bar crawl.

You are paying for more than transportation. The fee also covers the organized game, a guide, and a ready-made route through Midtown. For a group that values convenience and a shared activity, that can be fair value.

If you mainly want to visit bars and choose your own drinks, the price is harder to justify. You could spend less by walking or arranging your own route, though you would give up the golf game and the guide’s help.

The best value comes when you treat this as a two-hour social activity with drinks, not as a sightseeing tour or an all-inclusive pub crawl. Budget for drinks from the start, and remember that a higher score does not mean the drink is free.

Who should book this Nashville experience

I would recommend this tour for groups of friends, birthday outings, casual bachelor or bachelorette groups, and visitors who want an easy introduction to Midtown nightlife. It suits people who enjoy games and do not mind sharing the ride with other participants.

It can also work well for a group that wants more structure than a normal bar crawl. You have a set duration, a guide, a game, and transportation. That removes much of the decision-making that can slow down a night out.

I would be more cautious if you dislike group activities, want quiet conversation, or have strict plans for particular bars. The tour is social by design, and you may be paired with strangers. The putt-putt penalties also require a willingness to look a little foolish.

The activity is wheelchair accessible, which makes it more practical for a wider range of groups. You should still provide a phone number where you can be reached while traveling, and bring the requested identification.

Age, identification, and smart planning

The legal drinking age in Tennessee is 21. Bring a valid passport or ID card and your driver’s license. Since drinks are part of the game, do not assume that being close to 21 will be enough.

You should also carry a phone that can receive calls while you are in Nashville. A valid contact number is requested so the operator can reach you during your trip.

The tour is offered in English and lasts two hours. Starting times depend on availability, so check the schedule before building the rest of your day around it.

You can cancel up to 24 hours ahead for a full refund. The reserve-now, pay-later option also helps if your plans are still shifting. These policies are useful for a Nashville trip with changing dinner, concert, or nightlife plans.

How to decide before you book

Ask yourself one question: do you want a guided game with bar stops, or do you simply want to drink at Midtown bars? If you want the game, golf cart rides, and a host to keep the group moving, the $56 fee can make sense. If you want freedom and low cost, plan your own route.

I would also plan for about $12 to $18 in drinks, depending on how many you buy. Keep your party’s group size in mind, since a group of four may be combined with as many as six other people.

The strongest reason to book is the mix of transport, competition, and local guidance. Jeremiah and Jake appear to understand that the guide’s humor and restaurant tips are a major part of the value. The main reason to hesitate is the variable guide experience and the extra drink cost.

FAQ

How long does the Nashville golf cart bar crawl last?

The experience lasts two hours.

How much does the tour cost?

The listed price is $56 per person.

Are drinks included in the price?

No. Drinks are available for purchase, and the average drink price is about $6.

What is the legal drinking age for this tour?

The legal drinking age in Tennessee is 21.

Can my group be combined with other people?

Yes. Groups of four may be combined with another group of up to six people.

Is the tour wheelchair accessible?

Yes, the activity is listed as wheelchair accessible.

Should you book the golf cart bar crawl?

Book it if you want a playful, guided way to sample Midtown bars and you like the idea of putting for your drinks. The golf cart keeps the route easy, while the game gives the outing a purpose beyond ordering at one bar after another.

Skip it if you want a quiet evening, a fixed list of venues, or the lowest possible bar bill. For the right group, especially with an energetic guide such as Jeremiah or Jake, this is a fun two-hour Nashville outing with a clear social spark.