
Walking Food & Drink Tour of Downtown Nashville
Traveler rating
4.9/5
Based on 1,220 traveler reviews. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Quick answer
Is Walking Food & Drink Tour of Downtown Nashville worth booking?
Walking Food & Drink Tour of Downtown Nashville is a 3-hour experience in Nashville, United States, from $179 per person. It scores 83 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Exceptional”, based on a 4.9/5 rating across 1,220 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 83 / 100
- Rating
- 4.9/5 (1,220)
- Duration
- 3 hours
- From
- $179 per person
Experience downtown Nashville through the eyes of a local on this award-winning 3 to 3.5-hour walking food tour. Recognized by Tripadvisor as one of the Top 1% of Experiences Worldwide, A Little Local Flavor has welcomed 23,000+ guests, earned 2,700+ five-star reviews, and helped direct nearly $1.5 million to locally owned Nashville businesses. Come hungry! Visit 6 locally owned restaurants and tasting rooms as you savor Tennessee barbecue, shrimp and grits, a locally brewed beer, two handcrafted cocktails, and a tasting at a local distillery. Dine at a James Beard Award semifinalist, explore one of downtown Nashville's most historic venues, hear the stories behind iconic landmarks, and soak in the city's legendary live music. Generous tastings add up to a hearty meal. Every stop is locally owned, every dish is made from scratch, and our passionate local guides share insider stories and recommendations to help you experience Nashville like a local.
What you get
About this experience
Experience downtown Nashville through the eyes of a local on this award-winning 3 to 3.5-hour walking food tour. Recognized by Tripadvisor as one of the Top 1% of Experiences Worldwide, A Little Local Flavor has welcomed 23,000+ guests, earned 2,700+ five-star reviews, and helped direct nearly $1.5 million to locally owned Nashville businesses. Come hungry! Visit 6 locally owned restaurants and tasting rooms as you savor Tennessee barbecue, shrimp and grits, a locally brewed beer, two handcrafted cocktails, and a tasting at a local distillery. Dine at a James Beard Award semifinalist, explore one of downtown Nashville's most historic venues, hear the stories behind iconic landmarks, and soak in the city's legendary live music. Generous tastings add up to a hearty meal. Every stop is locally owned, every dish is made from scratch, and our passionate local guides share insider stories and recommendations to help you experience Nashville like a local.
What's included
Included
- Tips at each restaurant
- Alcoholic beverages
- Lunch
- All Fees and Taxes
Not included
- Tips for the bands
- Tips for your tour guide
What you'll see and do
Downtown Nashville
Experience the stories, community, and culinary gems of Nashville. Come see what makes Nashville, Tennessee one of the top tourist destinations in the nation! On this 3 hour walking tour you'll experience house butchered BBQ, Nashville hot chicken, local beer, and other hometown and Southern favorites while exploring our incredible city. You'll learn the history behind famous sites like Historic Broadway, the Country Music Hall of Fame, the Ryman Auditorium, and Printers Alley. Trust us, the stories of downtown Nashville will leave you wanting more. A Little Local Flavor offers walking food tours that are centered around the community of Nashville. Owned by two locals, we believe that community is what cities are built on, and we choose to celebrate it. Join us! We have curated exceptional culinary experiences featuring local restaurants while exploring the stories of Nashville’s neighborhoods, buildings, and it’s residents. Experience the best Nashville cuisine with a group of new friends.
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Where it starts and ends
Meeting point
Nashville
Your tour guide will meet your outside in front of D'Andrew's Bakery located at 555 Church Street. D'Andrews has fantastic coffee and tea options as well as breakfast pastries if you would like to show up early to order something.
Hotel pickup
No pickup: everyone meets at the start point.
Ends at
Returns to the starting point
Options you can book
Downtown Tour Daily
D'Andrew's Bakery: Your tour guide will meet you outside of D’Andrews Bakery located at 555 Church Street.
Downtown Tour Mon, Tues, Wed
Starting Location D'Andrews: This tour on Mondays, Tuesdays, and Wednesdays meets in front of D'Andrews Bakery at 555 Church 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 6 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- A Little Local Flavor
Know before you go
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- We must know the food allergies and dietary restrictions for the group prior to your tour - please enter these in the special requirements field when booking
- We must know the food allergies and dietary restrictions for the group prior to your tour - please enter these in the special requirements field when booking
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What travelers are saying
Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 1,219 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.
Knowledge and storytelling
8 mentionsReviewers describe the commentary as informative rather than scripted.
Food and drink
8 mentionsThe tastings and food stops are a highlight for most reviewers.
The guide
5 mentionsTravelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.
Traveler reviews
1,219 verified traveler reviews for Walking Food & Drink Tour of Downtown Nashville. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Informative and good food
Awesome experience! Adelaide was so so nice and informative
via Tripadvisor
Best part of Nashville.
The whole day was fantastic from start to end. Information was provided along the way about the history of Nashville. The stops and local businesses were fantastic. Best ribs I’ve ever had. Highlight of our stay.
via Viator
Highlight of Nashville Trip
This tour was the absolute highlight of our Nashville experience! Christine was a knowledgeable and fun guide - we learned so much and saw such cool places that we wouldn't have seen otherwise. The food and drink were spectacular! I would give it 10 stars if I could,
Response from the operator: Love That! Thank you so much. Absolutely thrilled we made such a great experience for your group and a memorable time in Nashville
via Tripadvisor
Excellent tour
Very nice tour with emphasis on local businesses. Tour guide was very informative and gave good context regarding history and present operations. Food and drinks were very nice.
Response from the operator: Thank you! We're so glad you enjoyed our food tour!
via Tripadvisor
Nashville food tour
This was great! We had so much fun with our group. We saw a bunch of back alley places that we never would have seen without this tour. Jessica was great! She gave history and fun facts about every place we went to and most of what we passed by. Highly recommend!
Response from the operator: So Glad you enjoyed our tour and got to see so many extra (& local) place you normally wouldn't have seen!
via Tripadvisor
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
- 427
- Verdict
- Exceptional
Why this scores 83
The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.
Walking Food & Drink Tour of Downtown Nashville: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Nashville.
How much does Walking Food & Drink Tour of Downtown Nashville cost?
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Prices start at $179 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 Walking Food & Drink Tour of Downtown Nashville 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 Walking Food & Drink Tour of Downtown Nashville worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 83 out of 100, which we label "Exceptional". That score blends traveler sentiment (4.9/5 across 1,220 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 Walking Food & Drink Tour of Downtown Nashville?
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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 Walking Food & Drink Tour of Downtown Nashville 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 Walking Food & Drink Tour of Downtown Nashville?
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Around 427 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 Walking Food & Drink Tour of Downtown Nashville 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 Walking Food & Drink Tour of Downtown Nashville?
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Included: Tips at each restaurant; Alcoholic beverages; Lunch; and All Fees and Taxes. Not included: Tips for the bands; and Tips for your tour guide. Always check the voucher for the final list before you travel.
Where is the meeting point for Walking Food & Drink Tour of Downtown Nashville?
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Your tour guide will meet your outside in front of D'Andrew's Bakery located at 555 Church Street. D'Andrews has fantast. Hotel pickup is not included, so plan your own transport and arrive 15 minutes early.
What languages is Walking Food & Drink Tour of Downtown Nashville 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 Walking Food & Drink Tour of Downtown Nashville?
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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.
Is Walking Food & Drink Tour of Downtown Nashville wheelchair or stroller accessible?
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The operator notes: Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller; and Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap. If accessibility is critical, contact the operator after booking to confirm arrangements for your date.
What happens to Walking Food & Drink Tour of Downtown Nashville if the weather is bad?
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This experience depends on good weather. If it is canceled because of poor weather, you are offered a different date or a full refund.
What do travelers say about Walking Food & Drink Tour of Downtown Nashville?
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Across 1,220 reviews averaging 4.9 out of 5, recurring themes include knowledge and storytelling, food and drink, the guide. Reviewers describe the commentary as informative rather than scripted.
What booking options are available for Walking Food & Drink Tour of Downtown Nashville?
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There are 2 options to choose from, including Downtown Tour Daily, Downtown Tour Mon, Tues, Wed. Prices and start times differ by option, so compare them on the booking screen.
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