When I travel, this is personally something I do first because it helps me figure out the lay of the city I’m visiting and compile my list of what looks worth going back to. For instance, sometimes I like just seeing something from a distance and don’t need to spend the time going back and getting an up close. Other times, I may even notice a cute little restaurant or shop while driving (or in Nashville, an awesome mura)l. I’ll note that and make sure I head back to that area at some point during the rest of my trip.

As much as the Grand Ole Opry is a right of passage to any Music City visit, as is a mural tour. You can definitely check out our top murals to see section but unless you’re doing it mostly by foot it can be a bit of a challenge navigating and pulling over for photos in a car. Going by golf cart (while someone else is driving it at that) makes it easy to get right up where you need to go and nail your perfect photo opp! You also have an extra set of hands to take pictures so your whole group can be in the pictures.

Even my non-country music loving husband enjoyed the Country Music Hall of Fame and though I am not typically a museum-y type of person, I really did, too. My fave feature was seeing all of the stars’ clothes. The Hatch Show Prints (which you’ll find in a few of our rentals even) have such a cool story and role in the history of music in our town. You get to experience that first hand this way. And last but not least, located off Music Row, RCA Studio B may not look like much from the outside but it’s been home to recording same names you may recognize… you know, like Elvis Presley!

This was actually the very first tour we did in Nashville. Richard’s parents had come to town and we wanted to learn who our new, star studded neighbors were. The majority of the homes are (not surprisingly) stunning but it’s also really cool to see some of the more “every day” looking homes and the homes nestled in regular neighborhoods.

Whiskey connoisseur or not, the history of Jack Daniels is jam packed, the distillery is beautiful and not having to drive yourself for 3-4 hours in one day in a car (there/ back) is definitely worth hopping on board for someone else to drive you there and back. Jack Daniels is in a town called Lynchburg and the town itself is considered a dry town. You can’t drink while there however you do get what I call a “sipping option” – you get a few tiny sips of each of their whiskey types on the tour.

I’ll be honest, I have not personally done this tour because I have 2 left feet. However, we have guests that have and all have highly recommend it. For those who may be a little more coordinated than I am, it would be a great way to see this adorable little Tennessee town, Franklin.

Walking tours are a great way to explore the Downtown Franklin area. Depending on what you’re into, you can select a tour type that fits your interest. We suggest Franklin Walking Tours which is locally owned and operated. BONUS: The tours are both kid AND dog-friendly, too!