Walkin' Nashville - Music City Legends Tour

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Nashville, USA
Ryman Auditorium
Ryman Auditorium
Nashville Peanut Shop
Remembering Loretta Lynn
Telling stories about Johnny Cash
Printers Alley
Ryman Auditorium

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90 to 110 minutes (Approx.)
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Overview

This is a tour for music lovers and those wanting the inside story of how Nashville became Music City.

Your friendly guide is Grammy-nominated music journalist Bill DeMain, a writer with over thirty years experience who’s contributed to publications such as MOJO and Rolling Stone. He is also a Nashville correspondent for the BBC.

DeMain has interviewed an A-Z of pop and country music superstars, including Dolly Parton, Merle Haggard, Paul Simon, Billy Joel, Loretta Lynn, Willie Nelson, David Bowie and Stevie Nicks.

An acclaimed songwriter, DeMain has had songs covered by such artists as Marshall Crenshaw, Kim Richey and Curtis Stigers. He’s also one half of the acclaimed pop duo Swan Dive. His songs have appeared in TV shows such as Sons of Anarchy and Private Practice.

A long-time Nashville resident, DeMain will take you through decades of musical history, from country to rock ‘n’ roll, for a tour experience that will make your visit to Nashville an unforgettable one.

What's Included

  • All Fees and Taxes
  • Gratuities (Optional)
  • Lunch

Meeting Location

Meeting point

Union Street & Anne Dallas Dudley Boulevard, Union St & Anne Dallas Dudley Blvd, Nashville, TN 37219, USA

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End point

Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum, 222 Rep. John Lewis Way S, Nashville, TN 37203, USA

Start Time • 10:30 AM

What To Expect

The Hermitage Hotel

Tennessee's only 5-star hotel, built in 1910. Guests have included Charlie Chaplin, Enrico Caruso, JFK, Paul McCartney and Dolly Parton.
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5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Woolworth Theatre

F.W. Woolworth's, opened in 1913, was the site of Nashville's sit-ins, led by the legendary freedom rider and proponent of "good trouble," John Lewis.
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5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

The Arcade

"Nashville's oldest shopping mall," built in 1902. We will visit The Peanut Shop, which opened in 1927.
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10 minutes • Admission Ticket Included

The Peanut Shop

First opened in 1927 as Planter's Peanuts, this is one of the oldest surviving businesses in downtown Nashville. It's like stepping into a time capsule. Friendly, fun service and free samples!
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5 minutes • Admission Ticket Included

Printer's Alley

Once the heart of Nashville's red light district, it was long the center of music performance and backstage deals. Everyone from Jimi Hendrix to Johnny Cash to Tim McGraw performed here.
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15 minutes • Admission Ticket Included

Millennium Maxwell House Hotel Nashville

Once the site of Nashville's grandest hotel and the first place the celebrated coffee was served. What's the real story behind "Good to the last drop?"
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5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Ryman Auditorium

The crown jewel of downtown Nashville. Built as the Union Gospel Tabernacle in 1892, it was the home to the Grand Ole Opry from 1943-74. Stories about everyone from Hank Williams to Johnny Cash to Elvis Presley
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20 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Tootsies Orchid Lounge

The city's most famous honky tonk was once songwriter's central, overseen by the colorful den mother Tootsie Bess. Her jukebox introduced demos of songs like "Hello Walls," "Crazy," "A-11" and "Sunday Morning Coming Down."
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10 minutes • Admission Ticket Included

Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum

The best of the music-related museums in Nashville, with a wonderful permanent collection and ever-changing exhibits.
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10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Skull's Rainbow Room

Legendary nightclub that has hosted such artists as Willie Nelson, Roger Miller, Dolly Parton and Andy Griffith. Paul McCartney once wrote a song in the club.
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10 minutes • Admission Ticket Included

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Additional Info

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the activity for a full refund.

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Activity code: C-407945P1

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