About this tour
When Jake from our team booked this Nashville VIP tour, we got a private spin through Music City with Steven Whitson, a working singer-songwriter who knows the place inside out. He drove us around for two hours, dropping local knowledge and performing an original tune mid-tour—the kind of insider access you won't get on a coach full of tourists. You'll flex your schedule around Steven's availability, so it suits people who want to slot something in between other plans rather than stick to a rigid timetable.
Highlights
- Private car with a working Nashville musician at the wheel
- Steven performs an original song written by him during the tour
- Behind-the-scenes music industry stories from someone who lives it
- GooGoo Clusters and Moon Pies included—proper Nashville snacks
- Flexible start time based on your itinerary
- Two hours of unrushed, intimate group experience
- No massive tour group crowds or scripted patter
What to expect
Jake found this tour hits different because you're not following a predetermined route or checklist. Steven picks you up, steers the conversation toward what interests your group, and shares the kind of stories only someone gigging in Nashville regularly would know. He'll point out venues, recording spots, and the odd hidden corner while you're driving, then pull over or find a quiet moment to play you something he's written. The vibe is relaxed—this isn't a high-energy show, it's more like a mate who happens to know Nashville and makes music taking you around.
Two hours moves faster than you'd think, especially if you get talking. The snacks and water keep you comfortable, and because it's private transport, there's no waiting around for other passengers. The flexibility on timing is genuinely useful if you're juggling a packed Nashville day.
Good to know
If you want authentic local perspective without the tour-bus treatment, this is solid. Steven's the real deal—working musician, not just someone reading from cards. Perfect for music industry curiosity, small groups, or anyone wanting something more personal than the standard Broadway honky-tonk crawl. Works for any fitness level since you're mostly sitting.
Tip for Steven isn't included in the price, so budget extra. Two hours is fleeting; you'll get a flavour but not deep dives into multiple scenes. Weather matters—you're in a car, but starting/ending points depend on Steven's schedule, so confirm logistics beforehand. Service animals are welcome; the tour notes it's accessible for all fitness, but clarify accessibility needs when booking if you have specific ones.
Bring your own expectations around what "VIP" means here—it's intimate and insider, not luxury. Water and snacks are sorted. No public parking headaches since it's private transport. Group size isn't specified, so check how many fit comfortably.
Tour sold and operated by Viator via Viator. Descriptions on this page are original BugBitten summaries written by our team — not copied from the operator. Prices and availability are confirmed at checkout.