Nashville Puppet and Sightseeing Tour in Nashville
Nashville, United States

Nashville Puppet and Sightseeing Tour

Outty Ranking 66 4.8 · 18 traveler reviews1 hoursFrom $28

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66/100

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4.8/5

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Is Nashville Puppet and Sightseeing Tour worth booking?

Nashville Puppet and Sightseeing Tour is a 1-hour experience in Nashville, United States, from $28 per person. It scores 66 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Solid Choice, based on a 4.8/5 rating across 18 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.

Outty Ranking
66 / 100
Rating
4.8/5 (18)
Duration
1 hours
From
$28 per person

Want to tour downtown Nashville but dread the thought of a lengthy history lesson? Maybe you are looking for less "party", but more fun? Nashville Puppet & Sightseeing Tour is an experience where fun and history come al

What you get

    About this experience

    Want to tour downtown Nashville but dread the thought of a lengthy history lesson? Maybe you are looking for less "party", but more fun? Nashville Puppet & Sightseeing Tour is an experience where fun and history come alive - guided by a our bright, sunny, and incredibly entertain puppet named Cornbread! - Unique Experience: This isn’t just any tour; it’s an interactive, puppet-led journey that entertains with engaging stories rather than just rattling off boring facts and dates. - Family-Friendly Fun: Our tour is designed for both adults and children, ensuring everyone has a great time. It’s the perfect outing for the whole family. - Live Entertainment: Cornbread sings, tells stories, and brings Nashville’s history to life with humor and charm, leaving everyone smiling. Special Offer for Families: We know that those little ones are just along for the ride. That’s why children 5 and under are always free! Bring the whole family and enjoy your time together.

    What's included

    Included

    • Local Expert Professional Guides
    • 1-Hour Live Walking Tour of Nashville
    • All Fees and Taxes
    • Entertainment with Experienced Storyteller and Puppeteer

    Not included

    • Gratuities

    What you'll see and do

    1. We will start here where everyone will meet our very special guide!

      10 minutes here

    2. Downtown Nashville

      The tour will also focus on several historical landmarks in the Downtown District. The Hermitage Hotel, The Ryman Auditorium, Downtown Presbyterian Church, and many more!

      Pass by without stopping

    3. Ryman Auditorium

      Tour will conclude at the Ryman Auditorium. You will have a chance for questions for the puppeteer and pictures with our puppet!

      10 minutes here

    Where it starts and ends

    Meeting point

    Nashville

    We will meet and start the tour promptly in Legislative Plaza between the flag poles flying the American flag and the Tennessee state flag.

    Hotel pickup

    No pickup: everyone meets at the start point.

    Ends at

    We will finish our tour at Ryman Auditorium across from The Assembly Hall. This is only half a block away from Lower Broadway.

    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
    Fri, Sat, Sun
    Group size
    Up to 15 travelers per booking
    Operated by
    Puppet City Tours

    Know before you go

    • Wheelchair accessible
    • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
    • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

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    What travelers are saying

    Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 18 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.

    Knowledge and storytelling

    7 mentions

    Reviewers describe the commentary as informative rather than scripted.

    Good for families

    7 mentions

    Reviewers traveling with kids report it landed well with their group.

    The guide

    3 mentions

    Travelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.

    Value for money

    2 mentions

    Travelers feel they got more than they paid for.

    Traveler reviews

    18 verified traveler reviews for Nashville Puppet and Sightseeing Tour. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.

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    MoBarrios2 · April 2026

    Tour canceled. Do not book.

    We showed up for the tour and it was canceled. We were not notified and continued to receive notifications prior that it was still scheduled to take place. We called the tour operator and there was no answer. Another person in the group managed to get in touch with him and he informed her that the tour had been cancelled for a year and it should have been removed. Very disappointed since we planned the day around this activity and had to rearrange our day with 3 young kids.

    via Tripadvisor

    TIFFANY_H · August 2024

    Family fun in downtown Nashville

    What a creative way to keep the kiddos attention in such a bustling city. Josh and Cornbread were a wealth of knowledge and an absolute joy to spend time with while learning about Nashville.

    via Viator

    X9061RKtiffanyh · August 2024

    Great day with Cornbread!

    We really enjoyed our time with Josh and Cornbread! This tour is a creative way to teach both children and parents some of Nashville's history. It was not too long, so our attention could be focused on what Cornbread was teaching us. I highly recommend this for families traveling with children.

    via Tripadvisor

    travelandbuggs · July 2024

    Fun with kids in nashville

    We had the best time with Cornbread in Nashville. The tour was the perfect amount of time for my 3 kids under 6 and I learned so many things about Nashville I didn’t know previously it was 100% worth it!

    Response from the operator: We are so pleased that you had a great time with Cornbread! Thank you for your kind words and happy you learned more about Nashville with us.

    via Tripadvisor

    rowlandf26 · July 2024

    Exceeded Expectations for Kids and Adults!

    I went on this tour with my wife and a friend, not really knowing what to expect. We are long time residents who were just looking for an interesting outing and maybe a story to tell. This tour blew me away! Our time today really exceeded all my expectations and we had an absolutely amazing time. Josh is an A+ tour guide and puppeteer. I learned things about our city that I had not heard in all my 15 years living here. Moreover, Josh was a very real and stellar human being and his puppet Cornbread was a charming star to the show! The tour was well geared towards both adults and children, was engaging and humorous, and really helped point out details about downtown that you miss just walking through. And if you ask nicely, Josh and Cornbread have some great spooky stories about a number of the buildings in town! We are very excited to do other tours with Josh (the ghost tour seems exciting) and I recommend you do so as well! Josh and Cornbread are real Nashville originals. PS - A young kid was having a little trouble at the end of the tour and Josh was great about getting on his level with Cornbread and helping to cheer him right up and reengage. Just an amazing guide!

    Response from the operator: We are so pleased that you enjoyed our tour - especially Joshua and Cornbread! (Joshua has many stories in his back pocket as well). Thank you for your kind words and look forward to inviting you on new tours in the future!

    via Tripadvisor

    Good to know

    Duration
    1 hours
    Free cancellation
    Up to 24h before
    Minimum age to book
    All ages
    Availability
    Bookable today
    Runs on
    Fri, Sat, Sun
    Hotel pickup
    No pickup, meet at start point
    Booked in 30 days
    6
    Verdict
    Solid Choice

    Why this scores 66

    The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.

    Traveler sentiment (30% weight)82
    Review evidence (18% weight)37
    Booking momentum (14% weight)28
    Value for money (12% weight)81
    Listing quality (10% weight)85
    Local standing (8% weight)56
    Booking flexibility (8% weight)100

    Nashville Puppet and Sightseeing Tour: questions travelers ask

    Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Nashville.

    How much does Nashville Puppet and Sightseeing Tour cost?

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    Prices start at $28 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 Nashville Puppet and Sightseeing Tour take?

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    Plan for about 1 hour 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 Nashville Puppet and Sightseeing Tour worth it?

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    It holds an Outty Ranking of 66 out of 100, which we label "Solid Choice". That score blends traveler sentiment (4.8/5 across 18 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 Nashville Puppet and Sightseeing 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 Nashville Puppet and Sightseeing Tour suitable for kids and families?

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    Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 1-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.

    How far in advance should I book Nashville Puppet and Sightseeing Tour?

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    Around 6 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 1-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.

    Where does Nashville Puppet and Sightseeing 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 RCA Studio B & Country Music Hall of Fame Ticket Combo, Nashville's Wildest Honky Tonk Public Party Bus (21+). 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.

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