
Germantown Neighborhood Food & Sightseeing Walking Tour
Traveler rating
4.6/5
Based on 110 traveler reviews. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Quick answer
Is Germantown Neighborhood Food & Sightseeing Walking Tour worth booking?
Germantown Neighborhood Food & Sightseeing Walking Tour is a 3-hour experience in Nashville, United States, from $86 per person. It scores 69 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Solid Choice”, based on a 4.6/5 rating across 110 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 69 / 100
- Rating
- 4.6/5 (110)
- Duration
- 3 hours
- From
- $86 per person
Sample local meats, locally produced spirits, handmade chocolates and unique specialty foods while you exploring the historic neighborhood of Germantown on our walking food and cultural tour. Germantown is Nashville's oldest neighborhood and one of its newest and trendiest redeveloped areas. Its brick-lined streets, Victorian homes, and quaint shops have been updated to include food and drink experiences that you won't want to miss! Along the way, you'll visit the Farmer's Market, walk through the fountains, flagpoles, and bell towers at Bicentennial Mall, pass the Walk of Counties, Sulphur Dell Park, and walk over the top of historic French Lick Creek, as we share the stories of Nashville's early years and its current culture, all with a knowledgeable and fun local guide and a small group of fellow food adventurers!
What you get
About this experience
Sample local meats, locally produced spirits, handmade chocolates and unique specialty foods while you exploring the historic neighborhood of Germantown on our walking food and cultural tour. Germantown is Nashville's oldest neighborhood and one of its newest and trendiest redeveloped areas. Its brick-lined streets, Victorian homes, and quaint shops have been updated to include food and drink experiences that you won't want to miss! Along the way, you'll visit the Farmer's Market, walk through the fountains, flagpoles, and bell towers at Bicentennial Mall, pass the Walk of Counties, Sulphur Dell Park, and walk over the top of historic French Lick Creek, as we share the stories of Nashville's early years and its current culture, all with a knowledgeable and fun local guide and a small group of fellow food adventurers!
What's included
Included
- All taxes, fees and handling charges
- Alcoholic beverages
- Lunch
- Local Professional Guide
- Beverages
- Food tasting
Not included
- Gratuities
What you'll see and do
Bicentennial Capitol Mall State Park
We'll start the tour with the beautifully designed Bicentennial Mall, where fountains, carillons, unique plazas, and a stunning view of the capitol building all set the tone for an informative and delicious tour.
15 minutes here
Nashville Farmers' Market
Adjacent to the State Park is Nashville's nationally recognized Farmers Market, home to not only unique and locally made foods, but also artisans and craftspersons who are excited to share their skills with the community.
10 minutes here
Tennessee State Museum
You'll see the State History Museum on the way to additional food stops and a fascinating tour of Germantown, Nashville's first "suburb" and home to delicious foods and historic sites along with victorian architecture and brick sidewalks. The perfect place to stroll between food stops!
70 minutes here
Nashville
Along the way, experience a total of five food and drink tastings, making up plenty of food for lunch for most participants. You'll taste local meats, baked goods and confections, and share a frosty cocktail and guided tasting at a hyper-local distillery.
30 minutes here
Far Better Distillery
Our family-owned distillery is the perfect place to cool off at the end of your tour with an included cocktail and a bright, airy place to rest after a little over a mile of total walking on the tour. Here, you'll learn how spirits are made and enjoy trying unique spirits. In total, the tour includes five tastings and about a mile of walking over about three hours. We can't wait to show you a great time in one of Nashville's most popular and historic areas!
15 minutes here
Where it starts and ends
Meeting point
Nashville
Departure Point: Bicentennial Mall State Park Address: 600 James Robertson Parkway, Nashville. Meet at the base of the flagpole just east of the fountains, near the corner of 6th Ave N and Harrison Street. Please arrive between 10:20am and 10:25am
Hotel pickup
No pickup: everyone meets at the start point.
Ends at
Last tasting is typically at Far Better Distillery and Tasting Room, 330 Harrison Street, Nashville, TN 37219 located at the corner of 3rd Ave N and Harrison Street.
Before you book
- Cancellation
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Languages
- en
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Every day
- Group size
- Up to 12 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- Music City Bites and Sites
Know before you go
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Minimum of 2 Guests per booking
- Minimum drinking age is 21 years
- Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
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What travelers are saying
Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 110 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.
Food and drink
10 mentionsThe tastings and food stops are a highlight for most reviewers.
The guide
8 mentionsTravelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.
Knowledge and storytelling
8 mentionsReviewers describe the commentary as informative rather than scripted.
Value for money
2 mentionsTravelers feel they got more than they paid for.
Traveler reviews
110 verified traveler reviews for Germantown Neighborhood Food & Sightseeing Walking Tour. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
An interesting tour of a historical Nashville area
We enjoyed the tour with Scott as our guide. Scott was very friendly and knowledgeable about Germantown and about Nashville in general. We liked all the food samples. Scott gave us a little history about Nashville hot chicken and which one we should eat. We were the only people on this particular tour so we had Scott all to ourselves. We recommend this tour.
via Tripadvisor
Less known but well worth the visit.
We were only couple on today’s Germantown tour. Scott did an amazing job showing us the historic sights and explanations of Nashville and Tennessee. Additionally Scott was a great wealth of knowledge of the Nashville music scene and provided us with some great recommendations. The food stops gave a great perspective of Nashville’s history from the distillery, to fried chicken, cupcakes, gourmet chocolate and finishing off with BBQ. Each selection was well enjoyed. Highly recommend this tour.
via Tripadvisor
Really enjoyed this food...
Really enjoyed this food tour. Food was good and tour guide was knowledgeable! Lots of great stops and stories between food stops.
via Viator
Germantown Nashville food tour
Scott was our guide. Real interesting fellow who is a walking encyclopedia of knowledge on the history of Nashville and the legendary country/bluegrass music found there. Thoroughly enjoyed spending 3 hours with him sampling food & drink, touring the city park and going to the farmers market & Germantown. On our next trip to Nashville we hope to join up with him again.
via Viator
Mediocre Tour
The tour was okay. It is a lot of walking, and too few stops in between. We walked a very long time before we came to the first food stop. All of the food stops were crammed together at the end. And you didn't get much time to eat the food. It was a very hot day, and trying to eat all the food at once did not agree with my stomach. I wish they would have been spaced out more. I thought we were going to stop at the marketplace as advertised in the beginning of the tour, but we didn't. Our guide said it is a really good place and if we had time we should stop and check it out after the tour. That was very disappointing. Needless to say we weren't going to walk all the way back to where we started by the end of the tour. The guide was informative, but could have been more engaging. I believe his name was Ian, not positive.
via Viator
Good to know
- Duration
- 3 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- All ages
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Every day
- Hotel pickup
- No pickup, meet at start point
- Booked in 30 days
- 39
- Verdict
- Solid Choice
Who runs this experience
Operated by Music City Bites and Sites, who run 5 experiences we rank across 1 city, with an average Outty Ranking of 67.2.
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Germantown Neighborhood Food & Sightseeing Walking Tour: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Nashville.
How much does Germantown Neighborhood Food & Sightseeing Walking Tour cost?
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Prices start at $86 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in Nashville usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.
How long does Germantown Neighborhood Food & Sightseeing Walking Tour take?
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Plan for about 3 hours from start to finish, not counting travel to the meeting point. Most travelers leave another 30 minutes on either side so the rest of the day in Nashville is not rushed.
Is Germantown Neighborhood Food & Sightseeing Walking Tour worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 69 out of 100, which we label "Solid Choice". That score blends traveler sentiment (4.6/5 across 110 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable last minute in Nashville, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.
Can I cancel or reschedule Germantown Neighborhood Food & Sightseeing Walking Tour?
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Yes. Cancel free up to 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. Inside that window the booking is non-refundable, and no-shows are not refunded.
Is Germantown Neighborhood Food & Sightseeing Walking Tour suitable for kids and families?
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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 3-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.
How far in advance should I book Germantown Neighborhood Food & Sightseeing Walking Tour?
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Around 39 people booked this in the last 30 days, so popular slots go early. Two to three weeks ahead is comfortable in shoulder season, while summer weekends and holidays in Nashville can sell out a month out. Same-day spots do open up when other travelers cancel, so it is worth checking if you are already in town.
What should I bring or wear?
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Bring photo ID, your booking confirmation on your phone, a refillable water bottle and comfortable shoes. Dress for the weather in Nashville and add a light layer if any part of the 3-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does Germantown Neighborhood Food & Sightseeing Walking Tour start and how do I get there?
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The exact meeting point and directions are on your voucher once you book, and they sit in central Nashville within reach of public transport. Arrive 15 minutes early: late arrivals are treated as no-shows by most operators.
What are the best things to do in Nashville?
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Nashville's activity mix is unusually music-heavy: Ryman and Opry backstage tours, RCA Studio B sessions, songwriter rounds and honky-tonk crawls on Broadway. Around that sit distillery runs to Lynchburg and general-admission pedal taverns. Outty Ranking penalises the crawl operators that oversell group size, which is the most common complaint in this city. On Outty we rank every Nashville experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include Nashville: Authentic Food Tour with 5 Tastings of Local Dishes, Nashville's Wildest Honky Tonk Public Party Bus (21+), Nashville RCA Studio B & Country Music Hall of Fame Ticket Combo. The city page groups everything into most popular, highest reviewed, last minute and family-friendly so you can build a day around what actually delivers.
When is the best time to visit Nashville?
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April to May and September to October, when patios open and the humidity drops. Booking patterns follow the same curve: prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.
How many days do you need in Nashville?
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Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting. A workable rhythm is one anchor experience each morning, such as this one, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.
Do I book through Outty or through the operator?
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Outty ranks and explains the experiences, then hands you to Viator to complete the booking with the operator directly. The price is the same as booking on Viator yourself, and Outty earns an affiliate commission on the referral, which is how the rankings stay free to read.
What is included in Germantown Neighborhood Food & Sightseeing Walking Tour?
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Included: All taxes, fees and handling charges; Alcoholic beverages; Lunch; Local Professional Guide; and Beverages. Not included: Gratuities. Always check the voucher for the final list before you travel.
Where is the meeting point for Germantown Neighborhood Food & Sightseeing Walking Tour?
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Departure Point: Bicentennial Mall State Park Address: 600 James Robertson Parkway, Nashville. Meet at the base of the flagpole just east of the fountains, near the corner of 6th Ave N and Harrison Street. Hotel pickup is not included, so plan your own transport and arrive 15 minutes early.
What languages is Germantown Neighborhood Food & Sightseeing Walking Tour offered in?
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It runs in English. Pick your language when choosing a date and time, as not every departure runs in every language.
Will I get instant confirmation and a mobile ticket for Germantown Neighborhood Food & Sightseeing Walking Tour?
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Confirmation is sent by the operator after booking, usually within 48 hours; if it is not confirmed you are not charged. Mobile tickets are accepted, so you can show the voucher on your phone.
What happens to Germantown Neighborhood Food & Sightseeing Walking Tour if the weather is bad?
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It generally runs rain or shine, so dress for the forecast in Nashville. Standard cancellation terms apply: free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start.
What do travelers say about Germantown Neighborhood Food & Sightseeing Walking Tour?
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Across 110 reviews averaging 4.6 out of 5, recurring themes include food and drink, the guide, knowledge and storytelling. The tastings and food stops are a highlight for most reviewers.
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