As a local tour guide with over 10 years of experience in Music City, I've handpicked these incredible experiences that showcase the best of Nashville's culture, history, and music scene. These are the tours I personally recommend to friends and family! - Joel
Nashville Music Row Tour
Every time I walk through these studios, I get goosebumps. There's something magical about standing where Elvis recorded 'It's Now or Never' and knowing that the same microphone captured Dolly's voice just weeks later. The stories our industry guides share aren't in any guidebook - they're the real, behind-the-scenes moments that made history. - Joel
Southern Comfort Food Crawl
I've been eating at these family-owned spots for years, and watching visitors' faces light up when they taste authentic Nashville hot chicken for the first time never gets old. These aren't tourist traps - they're the places where locals actually eat. Plus, meeting the chefs and hearing their family recipes passed down through generations makes every bite more meaningful. - Joel
Civil Rights History Walk
Dr. Thompson doesn't just teach history - he lived it through his parents' stories. When he points to the Woolworth's counter and tells you about his mother's courage as a 19-year-old student, you feel the weight of that moment. This tour changed how I see my own city, and I believe it will change how you see Nashville too. - Joel
Christy Hunter is the founder of Go To Nashville, a locally owned media and experience company that curates the very best things to do, see, eat, and explore in Music City. With a background in experiential tourism, photography, and influencer media, Christy has built a trusted voice around Nashville travel and culture. She previously launched PhotoWalk Nashville, growing it into one of the city’s top-rated tours, and has since expanded her brand portfolio to include multiple visitor-focused ventures.
Christy’s insights on branding, tourism, and small business have been featured on podcasts such as The Nashville Diaries, The Renaissance Podcast, and Follow What You Love. She’s also been highlighted in outlets like Nashville Lifestyles, Thrillist, and Nashville Scene. As both a creator and entrepreneur, Christy blends insider knowledge with a passion for storytelling—making her a credible and engaging voice for travelers seeking the real Nashville.
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