About this tour
A two-hour walking tour of downtown Nashville's Prohibition-era bars and speakeasies, led by a local historian. You'll visit four carefully chosen venues across roughly a mile, hearing true stories of flappers, bootleggers and the Jazz Age underworld whilst sipping drinks of your choice (paid separately). Small groups keep the atmosphere intimate, and the pace is relaxed—ideal for groups celebrating something, or anyone curious about Nashville's shadier history told with style.
Highlights
- Four Prohibition-inspired bars selected for authentic Jazz Age character
- Local historian guide shares verified stories of flappers and bootleggers
- Drinks are pay-as-you-go; drinking is optional, not required
- Under one mile of walking at a relaxed pace
- Insider specials at partner venues included
- Small groups keep the vibe intimate and flexible
- Wheelchair accessible throughout; suitable for all fitness levels
What to expect
You'll meet your guide in downtown Nashville and begin a gentle walk linking four carefully selected bars. Each stop includes a story from Nashville's Prohibition era—bootlegging operations, enforcement quirks, and the social scene that flourished despite the ban. Your guide, a local historian, sets the tone as part educator, part storyteller. Between venues you'll walk short stretches through the downtown area, with time to order a drink (or not) at each bar. The tour wraps after roughly two hours, with your guide pointing out photo opportunities and insider details along the way.
Drinks are entirely on you—order what you want, skip if you prefer. The group size is deliberately kept small to maintain conversation and flexibility. Pace is unhurried, so you're not rushing between spots.
What travellers say
- Historian guide brings depth and personality to Jazz Age stories
- Pay-as-you-go drinks mean no forced spending or minimum orders
- Small groups allow genuine conversation and flexibility
- Four venues chosen for genuine character, not generic tourist spots
- Relaxed pace and short distance suit all fitness levels
- Popular times mean crowded bars; booking off-peak advisable
- Not suitable for pregnant travellers due to walking and bar environment
- Drinks cost extra; total spend depends entirely on your choices
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Good to know
This suits anyone interested in local history, groups celebrating a milestone, couples, and curious travellers who want a guided night out with substance. It's accessible for wheelchair users (all areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible), and prams/strollers are welcome. Service animals are permitted. However, it's not recommended for pregnant travellers. The walking distance is under a mile at an easy pace, suitable for all fitness levels, though you'll be on your feet for two hours. Groups remain small, so it won't feel crowded. Drinks cost extra and are optional—you control spending entirely. Expect to tip your guide if you enjoyed the experience (around 20%). Peak times (weekends, bachelorette season) may mean busier bars, but the small-group format buffers that.
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