Downtown Nashville: Honky Tonks, History and Country Music

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Nashville, Tennessee audio tour: Downtown Nashville: Honky Tonks, History and Country Music

This is a 1.4mi walking tour

It takes an average of 75 mins to complete.

Nashville, Tennessee

The United States

$11.99

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About the Tour

Join Ed Owen, a seasoned local guide, on a journey through downtown Nashville like no other. Discover the beating heart of Music City as you stroll down 'Honky Tonk Row' on Lower Broadway, where the echoes of legends like Blake Shelton, Johnny Cash, and Patsy Cline still linger. Ed will regale you with tales of the iconic Ryman Auditorium and Grand Ole Opry, and point out venues owned by country music royalty like Kid Rock and Miranda Lambert.

But this tour isn't just about music history—it's a deep dive into Nashville's past and present. From the earliest settlers at Fort Nashborough to its rise as the 'Music City', Ed will paint a vivid picture of the city's evolution. Pause for photo ops on the Siegenthaler Walking Bridge, explore the Nashville Walk of Fame, and delve into stories at the Country Music Hall of Fame.

And what's a trip to Nashville without mastering the local lingo? Ed will teach you to speak like a true Tennessean before you wrap up at Nudie’s Honky Tonk, where you can soak in live music and marvel at iconic outfits, including Elvis Presley's legendary gold lamé suit.

Embark on this unforgettable tour and experience Nashville through the eyes of a local legend.

Tour Producer

Ed Owen

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Ed Owen has shown thousands of visitors, from all over the world, HIS Nashville! He's a former radio & television announcer and has been around this city all his life. You'll get details from him you'd never find on your own.

Preview Location

Location 1

Ryman Auditorium

Hi there, and welcome to our downtown Nashville tour.

I’m Ed Owen. You can find me at Nashville Tour Guide dot com. I’ve been doing Nashville tours for many years, and I’m glad you’ve chosen me to guide you around my city. Over the next hour or so, depending on how muc... Read More

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Major Landmarks

John Seigenthaler Pedestrian Bridge
Hilton Hotel and Walk of Fame Garage
Country music hall of fame rotunda
Bridgestone Arena
Nudie's Honky Tonk
2nd Avenue Historic District
ryman auditorium
Tootsies Orchid Lounge
Ole Red

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Start location
116 5th Ave N, Nashville, TN 37219, USA
Total distance

2km
Final location
409 Broadway, Nashville, TN 37203, USA
Distance back to start location

102.25m

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The tour begins on 4th Avenue at the steps of the Ryman Auditorium.

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Places to stop along the way

The Ryman Auditorium, Tootsie's, the River District, the Goo Goo Shop, Siegenthaler Walking Bridge, Nashville Walk of Fame, Nashville Visitors Center, Nudie's Honky Tonk (and there are about 40 OTHER places that might 'catch your eye... or ear')

Best time of day

Best start time would be after 10:30 AM. If you start earlier, some of the attractions along the way may not be open. This tour could also be done at night which will give your photographs an entirely new perspective.

Precautions

Downtown Nashville is a safe area, but use common sense. Keep your valuables close to you and items like wallets in a location where you control them. And keep in mind there is a lot of drinking going on so watch out for erratic behavior from the 'party animals'.

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