
The Dinner Detective Murder Mystery Dinner Show - Franklin, TN
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4.4/5
Based on 43 traveler reviews. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
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Is The Dinner Detective Murder Mystery Dinner Show - Franklin, TN worth booking?
The Dinner Detective Murder Mystery Dinner Show - Franklin, TN is a 3-hour experience in Nashville, United States, from $95 per person. It scores 52 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Worth a Look”, based on a 4.4/5 rating across 43 reviews. This booking is non-refundable, so pick your date carefully. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 52 / 100
- Rating
- 4.4/5 (43)
- Duration
- 3 hours
- From
- $95 per person
Step into America’s largest interactive murder mystery comedy dinner show—where the suspects are all around you, and the killer could even be at your table! Enjoy a night of laughter, suspense, and surprise as you work t
What you get
About this experience
Step into America’s largest interactive murder mystery comedy dinner show—where the suspects are all around you, and the killer could even be at your table! Enjoy a night of laughter, suspense, and surprise as you work to solve a hilarious whodunit while indulging in a delicious four-course plated dinner. What makes this experience unique is its fully immersive format—there’s no stage and no script to simply watch. Instead, the action unfolds all around you, pulling guests directly into the mystery. Perfect for date nights, group outings, or anyone who loves live entertainment with a twist, this one-of-a-kind evening guarantees big laughs, great food, and an unforgettable interactive adventure.
What's included
Included
- Prize Package for Top Sleuth of the night
- Dinner
- Gratuities
Not included
- Alcoholic drinks (available to purchase)
- Performer gratuity (recommended)
What you'll see and do
The Dinner Detective
At The Dinner Detective, you’ll tackle a hilarious and challenging crime while you feast on a fantastic dinner. Just beware! The culprit is hiding in plain sight somewhere in the room, and you may find yourself as a Prime Suspect before you know it! Our engaging and unique murder mystery dinner theatre performances have been playing across the country since 2004. Our show is very different from traditional murder mystery dinner shows. We will hide non-costumed actors in the audience that are pretending to be part of the crowd. This results in a much more social and interactive evening than with other shows. Our shows are set during the present day and take place in real time. Over the course of the night, our costumed Detectives will uncover clues, interrogate audience members that may or may not be part of the show, and help everyone get closer to solving the mystery.
Where it starts and ends
Meeting point
The Dinner Detective
700 Cool Springs Blvd, Inside Franklin Marriott Cool Springs, Nashville, Tennessee, 37067, United States
Hotel pickup
No pickup: everyone meets at the start point.
Ends at
The Dinner Detective · 700 Cool Springs Blvd, Inside Franklin Marriott Cool Springs, Nashville, Tennessee, 37067, United States
Before you book
- Cancellation
- All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.
- Languages
- en
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Sat
- Group size
- Up to 15 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- The Dinner Detective Murder Mystery Dinner Show
Know before you go
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Dress code is business casual/dressy casual
- Minimum age is 15 years
- Vegetarian option is available, please advise at time of booking if required
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What travelers are saying
Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 42 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.
Food and drink
7 mentionsThe tastings and food stops are a highlight for most reviewers.
Traveler reviews
42 verified traveler reviews for The Dinner Detective Murder Mystery Dinner Show - Franklin, TN. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Amazing time!
Had an amazing time! It was super fun!
Response from the operator: Thank you so much for joining us!!
via Tripadvisor
Detective dinner
It all depends on who you sit next to. A majority of the experience is to be able to listen to the actors and receive their clues. Unfortunately, we were sitting next to a couple that was celebrating their 18th anniversary, and they kept stating how they were drunk, and talking to other people at the table while the detectives were talking.
Response from the operator: Thank you so much for joining us!
via Viator
Everyone is sus
You wanna have good wholesome fun? Do this! We made friends, we never stopped laughing, and great food to boot.
Response from the operator: Thank you so much for joining us!!
via Tripadvisor
I figured it out…..THIS WAS AN ENTERTAINING INTERACTIVE EVENT!
Wonderful way to spend an evening! The staff, cast, location, FOOD everything was above par. The story line/plot was nicely done. The food was great, much better than most events such as this. We would definitely recommend this event to anyone looking for spending time with friends / family. We went for my sister’s birthday and she had an amazing time. Thank you to the Dinner Detective Team. —-ANASTASIA !
Response from the operator: Thank you so much for joining us!!
via Tripadvisor
Great team building
A fun night with good food. Great for a corporate event or other team building.
Response from the operator: Thank you so much for joining us!
via Tripadvisor
Good to know
- Duration
- 3 hours
- Free cancellation
- Non-refundable
- Minimum age to book
- All ages
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Sat
- Hotel pickup
- No pickup, meet at start point
- Booked in 30 days
- 15
- Verdict
- Worth a Look
Why this scores 52
The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.
The Dinner Detective Murder Mystery Dinner Show - Franklin, TN: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Nashville.
How much does The Dinner Detective Murder Mystery Dinner Show - Franklin, TN cost?
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Prices start at $95 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 The Dinner Detective Murder Mystery Dinner Show - Franklin, TN 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 The Dinner Detective Murder Mystery Dinner Show - Franklin, TN worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 52 out of 100, which we label "Worth a Look". That score blends traveler sentiment (4.4/5 across 43 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable most popular in Nashville, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.
Can I cancel or reschedule The Dinner Detective Murder Mystery Dinner Show - Franklin, TN?
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No. This experience is sold on a non-refundable basis, so only book a date you are confident about. Similar experiences in the city do offer free cancellation if flexibility matters more than price.
Is The Dinner Detective Murder Mystery Dinner Show - Franklin, TN 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 The Dinner Detective Murder Mystery Dinner Show - Franklin, TN?
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Around 15 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 The Dinner Detective Murder Mystery Dinner Show - Franklin, TN 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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