Popularly known as the Music City, courtesy of its rich musical history, Nashville is Tennessee’s most populated city. A popular tourist haunt is the Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum, which is dedicated to American music. The Ryman Auditorium is another popular landmark. The Centennial Park has its very own replica of the Greek Parthenon and has art galleries that will interest travelers. Tourists can indulge in scores of outdoor activities in Nashville such as taking a hot air balloon ride or paddleboarding down the Cumberland River. You can zipline over the forest or soak in the wonderful street art and murals while taking an open-air golf cart ride. What else can you do outdoors? Here’s a look at the top things to do outside in Nashville, TN.
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1. Party in the streets (from USD 44.0)
There’s nothing like fun times than a party in the streets! This wild tractor tour lets you in on the celebration of a lifetime as you ride through the roads of downtown Nashville. You’re partying with the entire city aboard a giant tractor which has its own bar and dance floor. This unique outdoor thing to do in Nashville is about 75 minutes of uninterrupted fun and drinking, with a group entertainer joining you and teaching you a few groovy moves to match the swell beats!
Nashville Party Tractor Tour
Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes
2. Taste the best of Nashville alcohols (from USD 25.0)
Nashville isn’t only known for its music, but it’s also home to some of the tastiest spirits in the United States. Take a more in-depth look at vodka, whiskey, gin, and moonshine when you join this tour of the famed Tenn South Distillery downtown. You’ll be educated on traditional alcohol in the South and have a tasting of the distillery’s best products! The guided tour takes about 45 minutes, and participants will also have access to live music and karaoke.
Nashville Big Machine Brewery and Distillery Small-Group Tour
Duration: 45 minutes
3. Fly over Nashville in a hot air balloon (from USD 399.0)
So, if walking or biking are not your cup of tea, then fret not as you can also explore the city in a unique manner – a hot air balloon ride! This unforgettable journey lets you enjoy the scenic views of Nashville as you soar over the sky. This airborne adventure over Tennessee is conducted by an experienced and professional pilot and you can form your own group or join other enthusiasts. There are three slots to choose from, but the journey depends on weather conditions. At the end of the hot air balloon ride, you get to enjoy the champagne ceremony if you are over 21 years. The ride costs 250 USD.
Hot Air Balloon Ride Over Central Tennessee
Duration: 3 hours
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4. Private golf cart tour to check out Nashville’s mural art (from USD 64.0)
Art enthusiasts will love this unusual tour where they can check out the different mural’s that adorn the city’s walls. The 90-minute journey takes you through the streets of Nashville aboard an open-air golf cart as you cruise along, stopping for pictures and soaking in the artwork. You make pit stops at popular areas such as Marathon Village, Gulch and more and can take Instagram-worthy pictures. The guide gives you inputs along the way and the Mural Art Tour operates daily. You have plenty of timing options you can choose from and need to shell out 55 USD.
Mural Art Tour of Nashville by Golf Cart
Duration: 90 to 120 minutes
5. Explore and discover Nashville with a walking tour (from USD 25.0)
The walking tour of Nashville is the best way to get an overview of the city as you explore the downtown and learn about the history from the guide. The guided tour clues you in on the stories behind the city’s famed landmarks that are as varied as the Ryman Auditorium, the pre-Prohibition saloon to the spot where duels were fought by historical figures such as Andrew Jackson. The local guide’s gripping narratives make you a time traveler as you explore the downtown on this 90-minute walk. The tour begins at the Bridgestone Arena marquee and winds up near the Visitor Center. The walking tour has two slots – 10:00 AM and 1:00 PM. The tour will set you back by 22 USD.
Downtown Nashville Guided Sightseeing Walking Tour
Duration: 2 hours
6. Paddleboard your way down the Cumberland River (from USD 49.0)
A wonderful way to soak in the sights and sounds of Downtown Nashville is by paddling down the Cumberland River. This two-hour long paddleboard experience begins and ends near the Broadway at Riverfront Park. The guides will kit enthusiasts with the life jacket and provide all the required gear for the paddleboard tour. The tour requires a minimum of two people to register for the experience. You depart at 4:00 PM from Monday to Friday. Saturday, Sunday and Monday the tour has three timings – 10: AM, 1:00 PM and 4:00 PM. The tour is priced at 57.62 USD.
Nashville Paddleboard Adventures
Duration: 2 hours
7. Go ziplining through the forest (from USD 60.0)
Adrenalin junkies will cherish this activity as the 90-minute long zipline tour in Nashville is an unparalleled experience. There are eight ziplines and enthusiasts can pick the timing that suits them. Swish your way through the 40-acre forest and get a bird’s eye view of the region’s fauna and flora. The starting point is the Zipline Forest at Fontanel and a guide will clue you in on the wildlife, native plants and trees. The ziplines can range anywhere from 213 meters (700 feet) lengthwise to 26 meters (85 feet) high. You need not worry about the safety as a harness will secure you as you whiz your way through the steel cables. The zip pulley system ensures that you move smoothly. The zipline tour will set you back by 59 USD.
Nashville 1.5-Hour Zipline Tour
Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes
8. Bike your way around the Music City
If you don’t fancy walking around Nashville then you can opt for the bicycle tour and revel in the city’s hidden gems and popular landmarks. The half-day tour is nearly 90 minutes long and anyone over 13 years is eligible. You are provided with a bottle of water, bicycle and helmet and the local guide leads you through the journey. The tour starts from the historic Jefferson Street and you pedal past tourist haunts such as the Country Music Hall of Fame, Ryman Auditorium, State Capitol and more. The guide shares inputs on the site you visit as you pause to soak in the place. The guide also points out the popular eateries and venues, which you can check out later. The bike tour costs 55 USD and you can choose the 10:00 AM or 1:00 PM slot.
Nashville Cycling Tour with Small Group
Duration: 2 hours 30 minutes
9. Experience outdoor yoga at a local park (from USD 76.0)
One of the best outdoor activities in Nashville that tourists can indulge is doing some yoga at the park. The 60-minute yoga session is conducted by Gabby from Soul to Sole Wellness. The sessions are tailored to your requirement and can be done for a group or individual. The instructor provides yoga mats on request and the sessions are done at a local park. The timing can be fixed per your needs. The session starts at 31.67 USD.
Yoga at the Park
Duration: 1 hour
10. Surf the Nashville skies as you Flyboard (from USD 189.0)
Adventure enthusiasts can literally soar through the Nashville skies thanks to the Flyboard experience they can indulge in at the Percy Priest Lake. You get to experience a 60-minute session if alone or a 30-minute one if there are two people. The Flyboard session is conducted by experts who you meet at the dock in Nashville Shores Water Park. You get an introductory lesson and a one-to-one instruction session by a professional. You get to try the Hoverboard by ZR or the Flyboard. The minimum age to be eligible is 15 years. To ensure safety, you have to wear a helmet and a life jacket before you can take over the water. There are several timings you can select from and the session costs 189 USD.
Percy Priest Lake Nashville Flyboard Hoverboard or Jetpack
Duration: 1 hour 15 minutes
Indulge in some novel outdoor activities to experience Nashville
Travelers planning a getaway to Nashville can explore the city by taking a walking or biking tour. If you are outdoorsy, then a great way to experience the scenic landscape is through a hot air balloon ride which offers an aerial view of the Music City.
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