Uncle Nearest Distillery Tour from Nashville + Whiskey Tastings
Overview
This is the easiest way to visit the award-winning Nearest Green Distillery — home of the Uncle Nearest whiskey brand and one of the most meaningful destinations in American spirits. We provide round-trip transportation from downtown Nashville to the distillery in Shelbyville, so there’s no need to drive, coordinate rentals, or plan logistics.
At the distillery, you’ll enjoy a guided tasting experience and time to explore the beautiful grounds. You’ll learn the story of Nathan "Nearest" Green, the first known African American master distiller and the man who taught Jack Daniel how to make whiskey — a story that’s as powerful as the whiskey is smooth.
This tour is perfect for whiskey lovers, history buffs, and anyone looking to explore beyond the city while soaking up Tennessee’s rich whiskey culture. Everything’s handled — just hop on the bus and enjoy the ride.
What's Included
- Admission to the Nearest Green Distillery
- All taxes & fees included
- Transportation by Air-Conditioned Coach Bus, executive bus, minibus, or high-roof 15 passenger van
- 90-minute Nearest Green Distillery Tour
- Professional Driver/Guide
- Guided whiskey tasting.
- Meals There are currently no food options available on-site at Uncle Nearest Distillery. We recommend eating before your tour or planning accordingly. You're welcome to bring food with you on the bus.
- Gratuities
- Hotel Pick-Up/Drop-Off
- No restroom on board the bus. Please plan accordingly.
Meeting Location
250 Rep. John Lewis Way South
Nashville, TN 37203, 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
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Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- You will be required to ascend and descend many steps. This tour is not recommended for those with mobility challenges.
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- This is a 21 years old and up event. Minimum drinking age is 21 years. Valid government issued photo IDs are required to participate on tour.
- You will either be transported by our coach bus or 15 passenger van depending on the size of group
- Tours run rain or shine, snow and sleet, hot and cold. Dress appropriately.
- Please Note: There are no bathrooms on board the bus, please plan accordingly.
- Tours are subject to be shortened, lengthened, or otherwise altered without notice for any reason.
- Additional tickets may be available directly on the website for Tennessee Whiskey Tours.
- Foreign identification (e.g., driver’s license, passport) are accepted as long as they are not expired.
- There are currently no food options available on-site at Uncle Nearest Distillery. We recommend eating before your tour or planning accordingly. You're welcome to bring food or snacks with you on the bus.
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 57 travelers
Frequently Asked Questions (8)
Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Uncle Nearest Distillery Tour from Nashville + Whiskey Tastings?
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Frequently Asked Questions (8)
The answers provided below were previously given in response to questions from City Balloon Tours customers.
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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).
- This tour requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
- Admission to the Nearest Green Distillery.
- All taxes & fees included.
- Transportation by Air-Conditioned Coach Bus, executive bus, minibus, or high-roof 15 passenger van.
- 90-minute Nearest Green Distillery Tour.
- Professional Driver/Guide.
- Guided whiskey tasting.
- Meals. There are currently no food options available on-site at Uncle Nearest Distillery. We recommend eating before your tour or planning accordingly. You're welcome to bring food with you on the bus.
- Gratuities.
- Hotel Pick-Up/Drop-Off.
- No restroom on board the bus. Please plan accordingly.
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 2025The minimum age to participate is 21..
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 Uncle Nearest Distillery Tour from Nashville + Whiskey Tastings is as follows:
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- You will be required to ascend and descend many steps. This tour is not recommended for those with mobility challenges.
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Uncle Nearest Distillery Tour from Nashville + Whiskey Tastings 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
- Admission to the Nearest Green Distillery
- All taxes & fees included
- Transportation by Air-Conditioned Coach Bus, executive bus, minibus, or high-roof 15 passenger van
- 90-minute Nearest Green Distillery Tour
- Professional Driver/Guide
- Guided whiskey tasting.
- MealsThere are currently no food options available on-site at Uncle Nearest Distillery. We recommend eating before your tour or planning accordingly. You're welcome to bring food with you on the bus.
- Gratuities
- Hotel Pick-Up/Drop-Off
- No restroom on board the bus. Please plan accordingly.
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- You will be required to ascend and descend many steps. This tour is not recommended for those with mobility challenges.
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- This is a 21 years old and up event. Minimum drinking age is 21 years. Valid government issued photo IDs are required to participate on tour.
- You will either be transported by our coach bus or 15 passenger van depending on the size of group
- Tours run rain or shine, snow and sleet, hot and cold. Dress appropriately.
- Please Note: There are no bathrooms on board the bus, please plan accordingly.
- Tours are subject to be shortened, lengthened, or otherwise altered without notice for any reason.
- Additional tickets may be available directly on the website for Tennessee Whiskey Tours.
- Foreign identification (e.g., driver’s license, passport) are accepted as long as they are not expired.
- There are currently no food options available on-site at Uncle Nearest Distillery. We recommend eating before your tour or planning accordingly. You're welcome to bring food or snacks with you on the bus.
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 57 travelers
