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Historical Graveyard Tour of Nashville

About this experience

This tour provides a comprehensive look at Nashville's history through the lives and contributions of notable individuals, including military veterans who played significant roles in their respective eras. Adjustments can be made based on your interests and the availability of cemetery tours or access to specific gravesites. Enjoy exploring Nashville's rich cultural and military heritage!

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  • Duration: 8 hr
  • Private experience

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Historical Graveyard Tour of Nashville
Pickup included

Plan your experience

Time on the tour8 hr
Getting therePickup offeredSee pickup details
Guide languagesEnglish (live guide)
Tour arrangementPrivate experience

Set aside 8 hr for the experience itself, with additional time to reach your meeting or pickup point.

Before you go

  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

What is included

  • Private transportation
  • Guide

Not included

  • Lunch

Itinerary and highlights

Start your tour at Mount Olivet Cemetery, known for its historic gravesites and beautiful grounds.
Notable Graves:
Monroe Harding (1799-1874): Prominent Nashville philanthropist and founder of the Monroe Harding Orphanage.
Emmett Turner (1907-1991): Renowned African American architect and civil rights activist.
Sam Davis (1842-1863): Confederate soldier and scout known as the "Boy Hero of the Confederacy."

Sinatra Bar & Lounge celebrates Frank Sinatra’s enduring cultural legacy with a distinctive, Rat Pack-era feel in the heart of Nashville’s historic Printers Alley. Located in Icon Entertainment Group’s Southern Turf Building, Sinatra Bar & Lounge’s warm, intimate atmosphere features an extraordinary collection of Sinatra memorabilia, several of Sinatra’s own paintings, as well as live music every day. A carefully-cultivated menu includes some of Sinatra’s personal favorites, traditional Italian dishes, steaks, an array of classic cocktails and more. Offering one of Nashville’s most unique and elevated entertainment experiences, Sinatra Bar & Lounge is a must for any fan of “Ol’ Blue Eyes."

Please understand that each guest will be paying for a meal and/or beverages of his or her choice

Nashville National Cemetery:
- Explore Nashville National Cemetery, a federally-operated cemetery dedicated to honoring military veterans.
Notable Graves:
- Percy Priest (1900-1956): U.S. Congressman and namesake of Percy Priest Lake.
- Ernie Pyle (1900-1945): Pulitzer Prize-winning war correspondent.

Visit the grave of James K. Polk (1795-1849): 11th President of the United States. His gravesite is located at 6th Avenue North and 600 Charlotte Avenue in downtown Nashville, Tennessee, in Victory Park, on the grounds of the Tennessee State Capitol, next to the Tennessee Capitol Building, 300 feet away from Tennessee's statue of Andrew Jackson, who had mentored Polk in his early political career.

Conclude your tour visiting Spring Hill Cemetery, known for its serene atmosphere and historical significance.
Notable Graves:
- Adelicia Acklen (1817-1887): Socialite and heiress known for her role in Nashville's history and Belmont Mansion.
- William Driver (1803-1886): Sea captain who named the American flag "Old Glory."
- Alvin C. York (1887-1964): World War I hero and Medal of Honor recipient.

Meeting and pickup information

  • Travelers will meet the driver and guide outside the hotel at Valet pick up.

Languages and tickets

  • English — Guide
  • Mobile Only

Tour operator

  • Metro Livery

Accessibility and practical details

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Total duration includes the travel time.

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Questions about this experience

How long is this experience?
The supplier lists a duration of 8 hr.
What are the pickup arrangements?
Travelers will meet the driver and guide outside the hotel at Valet pick up.
Which guide languages are listed?
English (live guide).
What ticket format is listed?
Mobile ticket.
What accessibility information is provided?
Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
What is the cancellation policy?
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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