Hidden Histories of Music Row Walking Tour w/ Footnotes Nashville
Overview
Music Row looks like just another stretch of Nashville from the sidewalk — old houses, a few studios, some green space. But every block here is hiding a story, and most of them never made it into the official version of Music City.
I'm Matthew — a Nashvillian for 27 years and a teacher for sixteen of them. On this two-mile walk, we'll trace sixty years of country music history from the original Quonset Hut to RCA Studio B, with stops at Owen Bradley Park and the Musica statue along the way. You'll hear about the artists who built this industry — and yes, we'll get into the Murder on Music Row story too.
Small groups, real questions, and a tour that flexes depending on what you're curious about. If you want to understand how Nashville became Music City — not just the postcard version — come walk it with me.
What's Included
- Snacks a tiny bite along the way to give you a true taste of Nashville!
- Stories and context most tourists miss
- Knowledge of Nashville history that actually sticks
- Local recommendations for coffee, dining, and off-the-beaten-path spots
- A printed guide with Matthew's recommended stops and spots to explore on your own
- Studio tours (those require separate bookings and tickets)
- Meals or drinks (but we'll walk past some excellent options)
- Hotel pickup (tour starts at a central Music Row location)
Meeting Location
999 Villa Place
Nashville, TN 37212, USA
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
What To Expect
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Wheelchair accessible
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 20 travelers
Frequently Asked Questions (8)
Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Hidden Histories of Music Row Walking Tour w/ Footnotes Nashville?
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Frequently Asked Questions (8)
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- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
- Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (CST).
- Snacks. a tiny bite along the way to give you a true taste of Nashville!.
- Stories and context most tourists miss.
- Knowledge of Nashville history that actually sticks.
- Local recommendations for coffee, dining, and off-the-beaten-path spots.
- A printed guide with Matthew's recommended stops and spots to explore on your own.
- Studio tours (those require separate bookings and tickets).
- Meals or drinks (but we'll walk past some excellent options).
- Hotel pickup (tour starts at a central Music Row location).
This tour requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
Apr 2025There is no minimum age for this tour, so bring your wee one along for an adventure. This tour requires at least one adult to accompany children..
Apr 2025If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.
If you find a date and time that works for you, book it NOW because things always sell out at this time of year.
Apr 2025Accessibility information for the Hidden Histories of Music Row Walking Tour w/ Footnotes Nashville is as follows:
- Wheelchair accessible
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Hidden Histories of Music Row Walking Tour w/ Footnotes Nashville will be included in your confirmation email from City Balloon Tours. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!
Mar 2024Once your refund is processed, it usually shows on your card statement within 5–10 business days. The exact timing depends on your bank or card issuer.
Want it sooner? When you cancel, choose Receive a refund to my wallet instead. The credit is in your Wallet straight away and is applied automatically at checkout on your next booking when you’re signed in with the same email. You can see your balance any time in My Wallet.
If you paid part of your booking with Wallet credit, that part always goes back to your Wallet. Trip protection isn’t refundable.
Oct 2026What's Included
- Snacksa tiny bite along the way to give you a true taste of Nashville!
- Stories and context most tourists miss
- Knowledge of Nashville history that actually sticks
- Local recommendations for coffee, dining, and off-the-beaten-path spots
- A printed guide with Matthew's recommended stops and spots to explore on your own
- Studio tours (those require separate bookings and tickets)
- Meals or drinks (but we'll walk past some excellent options)
- Hotel pickup (tour starts at a central Music Row location)
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Wheelchair accessible
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 20 travelers
