Walkin' Nashville - Music City Legends Tour
Overview
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This is a tour for music lovers 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, for an experience that will make your visit to Nashville an unforgettable one.
Additional Info
Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What To Expect
Tennessee's only 5-star hotel, built in 1910. Guests have included Charlie Chaplin, Enrico Caruso, JFK, Paul McCartney and Dolly Parton.
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.
What‘s Included
All Fees and Taxes
Lunch
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Walkin' Nashville - Music City Legends Tour
Reviews
109 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Glad we took it
123stacy,Apr 5, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00It was worth it , Bill was informative and nice, glad we did it
Music Legend Walking Tour- A+++++
B8185HErobertw,Mar 22, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Great tour! Bill was so knowledgeable about the city and its music history. Do highly recommend the next time you’re in Nashville.
Great Tour from a Music Industry Expert
Dream791133,Mar 22, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00This was a fantastic tour, and Bill's knowledge of music, songwriting, and the industry is what made it unforgettable. Bill's interviewed many of the industries biggest stars, in both rock and country, and was able to talk about whatever genre or interest came up during the tour 5 stars, and thank you, Bill!
Excellent tour
jennb9142021,Mar 15, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Excellent! Bill is such a nice man and has a wealth of knowledge on music and Nashville. My husband, teenagers and I all loved it and would highly recommend.
A great way to learn about the city!
AvidTraveler93,Jan 24, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We loved Bill's tour! It was fun and informative, and Bill shared all kinds of stories from his past, such as interviews with famous musicians. He's a genuinely nice guy and knows his stuff when it come to Nashville.
A wonderful way to learn about Nashville and its music scene
aphotogapherandmagii,Jan 6, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Bill is someone who walks the walk, not only as a walking tour guide but also as someone with profound experience in the music industry. Of course, he's a guitar player, and you can't spit in Nashville without hitting one of those. Trust me, I've tried. However, he is also a music writer who has interviewed lots of musicians. He wove that personal experience into his discussions during the comfortable walk through downtown. The result was an entertaining, informative morning and a great way to start our weekend in Nashville.
Awesome tour in Nashville
Ken T,Dec 28, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Great Tour, Bill is very knowledgeable and made the tour fun and interesting and he definitely gave a personal to the tour. In addition to a great tour he also provided some great recommendations for the rest of our time in Nashville. I would definitely recommend this tour.
Fantastic walking tour of Nashville
thepassenger brklyn,Dec 6, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00What a terrific walking tour of Nashville! Bill DeMain has an incredible breadth of knowledge about Music City and is an absolute pleasure to spend an afternoon with. You’ll visit the Hermitage Hotel, Printer’s Alley, the Ryman, and other fabulous historic spots. Not to be missed!
Time well spent!
robertsX6930LE,Dec 5, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Highly recommend this tour. As a native Nashvillian, I was surprised at how much I learned. Several times, I'd ask a question tangentially related to the subject at hand, and Bill would run with it, fleshing out his answer with personal experience or fascinating tidbits of information. Learned how musical history intertwines with civil, political, and architectural history. Time well spent!
Very Interesting - Recommended!
Coastal48415305535,Nov 29, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We 100% enjoyed Bill's tour of Nashville. He has very interesting insights into the history of both the city and the music scene. He took care to make sure we were having a good time and he was patient with our questions. Highly recommend this to locals and visitors alike. Thank you, Bill!
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