Nashville · BREWERIES
Good breweries & taprooms fill up weeks ahead and the great ones go first. Below: the 10 to book early, what each includes and how they differ.
Spend two hours touring Nashville’s brewery and distillery scene by golf cart with guides such as Tyler, Drew, Joe, or Swade. Visit up to four venues, choose beer or spirits when possible, pass murals, and get local tips. Tastings cost extra, and the tour runs rain or shine.
“Our guide was Jake who was awesome> He gave us the history of the areas and places we stopped at. Great time.”
Ride through Nashville with guides such as Dylan, Adam, Jake, and Cam, stopping for murals, downtown sights, Antique Archaeology, and tastings at Corsair and Tennessee Legend. The golf cart limits walking and covers a lot in three hours, but drinks cost extra and weather matters.
“Lots of fun! Good way to see the city sights! Our stop at the brewery was a highlight. Sean was a great driver!”
Spend about six hours riding a vintage, climate-controlled trolley between six Nashville beer stops. Guides such as Trevor, Randy, and Mel offer tips, music, and local insight, while you choose which breweries to visit, how long to stay, and how many drinks to sample.
“Entertaining and fun but pace yourself!!! We actually went to 4 but ducked out of the last 2 simply because it was getting overwhelming. It was VERY enjoyable and we thoroughly enjoyed our co-passengers”
Spend about three hours sampling Nashville spirits and beer at at least three venues, with private transport between stops. Guides such as Jack, Jimmy, Joe, Shawn, and Ryan share local tips, while tastings may include bourbon, moonshine, vodka, cocktails, and craft beer. Bring valid photo ID and expect a small group.
“We had a great tour with Swade as our guide. He made adjustments when we realized we needed some food to absorb the delicious whiskey. We learned a lot about Tennessee whiskey and how to properly drink it. Swade also shared interesting areas of Nashville and gave some great recommendations for our visit.”
Leave downtown Nashville for Old Stone Fort and Rutledge Falls on a 5 to 6 hour small-group outing. Expect 3 to 4 miles of hiking, local history, four waterfalls, optional swimming, snacks, transport, and a drink at Common John Brewing. Guides may include Jacob, Jordan, Dylan, or Chayton.
“This tour was a perfect escape from the touristy things to do in Nashville. The waterfalls were beautiful to look at and peaceful to listen to. Lunch was very basic but good and the restaurant was clean. Jordan was very informative, helpful (had bug spray, towels, etc) and was an all-around nice guy.”
Explore Nashville’s beer and spirits scene by private cart with an English-speaking guide. You’ll visit four breweries or distilleries, stop for about 20 to 25 minutes at each, and see murals, Music Row, and other city sights along the way. Drinks cost extra.
“We had a wonderful time! Alene and Derwin were wonderful guides and were a lot of fun!”
Start at noon by the Omni Nashville Hotel and use a vintage trolley to visit seven Nashville breweries, including TN Brew Works, Jackalope, Diskin Cider, and Marble Fox. Drivers such as Mel, Adam, Michael, and Trever offer stop-by-stop tips while you hop on and off for about seven hours.
“Being with three other wonderful friends from college and enjoying our camaraderie along with the fun, happy vibes we got from being on your tour.”
Ride an open-air golf cart through downtown Nashville with guides such as Tyler, Joe, Ed, Will, or Cam. Visit a mix of breweries, distilleries, bars, and possibly a wine stop, with the route adjusted to your interests. Tastings cost extra.
“Will was genuinely interested, gave a lot of good recommendation . He was very good with communication. And kind enough to drop off at hotel.”
Ride through Nashville with an English-speaking guide, stopping for city views, famous murals, Music Row stories, and a local brewery or distillery. Guides such as Scotty, Swade, Adam, Hunter, Deborah, and Nicknash have led past tours, but morning visits may use bars away from Broadway when breweries are closed.
“We loved our tour for 16 on the Manager’s Special Tour! A fun ride for one thing and then an easy way to see Nashville. The guides shared the history of the city and stories about several of the famous musicians and the recording studios where they recorded their music. Highlights were the stops we made at 2 different bars/clubs for some excellent intimate music sets. All 16 of us loved this tour and the 4 guides that drove us around town. The guides were funny, informative, and helpful! Highly recommend this tour!!”
Spend a day riding a vintage, air-conditioned trolley between Nashville breweries, meaderies, and taprooms. Start downtown at 11:50 AM or join at a brewery, then hop off at places such as Honeytree Meadery, Southern Grist, and Bearded Iris. Guides Randy and Trevor have earned high marks for their local know-how.
“Great way to explore the breweries in Nashville. Our tour guide, Trevor, was exceptional!”
Pick a stage, a barrel room or a bar crawl.
