Tours for the non-tourist

Nash Trash


The tour’s distinct pink bus might be flashy, but Nash Trash’s boisterous tour guides are flashier. The Jugg sisters, Sheri Lynn and Brenda Kay, will give you an unfiltered take on everything from Music Row to the Davidson County jail. 
772 Harrison St., 615-226-7300; nashtrash.com

Great for: Groups

Segway Tour


As Nashville residents, we are familiar with all the sites, but we don’t always know the story behind them. Learn about these stories while cruising on a Segway alongside your family. With stops at sites like the Schermherhorn Symphony Center and Fort Nashborough, this tour is enjoyable for anyone — from the music lover to the history buff. 
119 3rd Ave. S., 615-244-0555; segwayofnashville.com

Great for: Families, groups

Nashville Pedal Tavern


This tour will get you and all your friends geared up for a fun night on the town with its 16-person tavern on wheels. Depending on the group’s preferences, the tour typically makes between two to five stops at various bars and restaurants. 
Demonbreun and Division St., 615-390-5038; nashvillepedaltavern.com

Great for: Groups, Bachelor and Bachelorette parties

Walk Eat Nashville


Former Tennessean staffer Karen-Lee Ryan moved back to East Nashville and took it upon herself to start Walk Eat Nashville, a wildly popular pair of foodie tours through Five Points and Lockeland Springs, last fall. Each of the two routes comprises six stops of tastings, interactions with the chefs, and behind-the-scenes experiences at the restaurants visited. East Nashville, 615-587-6138; walkeatnashville.com

Great for: Couples, Groups (up to 10)

Nashville Ghost Tours


Instead of opting for a night of scary movies with your significant other, get spooked on a ghost tour of Nashville. You’ll have someone to hold onto as you learn about the dark mysteries surrounding sites like the Ryman Auditorium and the Hermitage Hotel. 
6th Ave. N. and Union St., 615-884-3999; nashvilleghosttours.com

Great for: Couples, families with older children

Walkin’ Nashville


To hear about Nashville’s storied musical beginnings is one thing, but to learn about Music City’s roots from a Grammy-nominated music journalist is another. Guide Bill DeMain, who is also a songwriter, gives tours that even non-country-loving local can appreciate. 
6th Ave. N. & Union St., 615-499-5159; walkinnashville.com

Great for: Families