Nashville Adventures Blog

The Battle of Stones River was one of the Civil War’s bloodiest engagements and secured Union control of Middle Tennessee. Its legacy still shapes Nashville and the region today.

By Paul Whitten, Founder of Nashville Adventures In 1975, long before bachelorette pedal taverns and neon Broadway, Nashville was captured on film in a way the city had never seen before . The movie Nashville  arrived at a moment when the city was still a regional music town, not yet a global brand. The film did not just depict Nashville. It reshaped how the rest of the country saw it and, in many ways, how Nashville came to see itself. Nearly fifty years later, locals still

Nashville’s hills once echoed with cannon fire during the Battle of Nashville, December 15–16, 1864. This post revisits the battle’s history, the places where it unfolded, and the lasting scars it left on the city. Learn how you can explore these stories through Nashville Adventures’ Civil War and downtown history tours.

People do not always associate The Beatles with Nashville. Liverpool, sure. Hamburg, absolutely. London, of course. But tucked into the long story of the greatest band on earth is a surprisingly deep Nashville connection. And the story did not stop when they broke up. In many ways, Nashville became the quiet second home for the solo Beatles who came looking for a fresh sound, world class musicians, or sometimes just peace. Truth be told, I love the Beatles, and musicians fall

Every city has its quirks, but Nashville has a long history of laws that make you stop, scratch your head, and say, “They really wrote that down?” When you dig back into the early codes of Music City, you find a mix of frontier caution, Victorian morality, and pure Southern uniqueness. Some of these rules made sense at the time. Others are just a reminder that our city has always had personality. As a Nashville historian and someone who spends most days walking these streets,

Nashville has a bizarre relationship with Christmas Day. The city was founded on December 25th, the Maxwell House Hotel burned on Christmas morning, and the 2020 bombing shook downtown on the same holiday. Explore these stories and the places they happened on a Nashville history tour that brings Music City’s past to life.

Spend the Day of the Dead honoring Nashville’s past among its historic cemeteries. From country music legends to Civil War soldiers and city founders, these sacred grounds tell the story of Music City — and Nashville Adventures offers private cemetery tours to help you explore them with reverence and respect.

If you’ve ever stood on the steps of the Tennessee State Capitol and looked down toward Broadway, you might’ve wondered: Why here?  Why...

Nashville isn’t just about country music and honky tonks — it’s a city where history lingers around every corner. From the legendary stage of the Ryman Auditorium to the stately halls of the Tennessee State Capitol, Nashville’s landmarks tell the story of a city shaped by pioneers, politics, and culture. Whether you’re strolling Bicentennial Mall, exploring Civil War history at Fort Negley, or wandering through Germantown’s charming streets, each site offers a glimpse into th

Nashville, Tennessee, is a city bursting with energy, culture, and history. Whether you're a music lover, a foodie, or someone who enjoys...

Nashville is a city that invites exploration on foot. From vibrant neighborhoods to scenic parks, walking is one of the best ways to...

When the West Point Entrepreneur Summit  came to Nashville, we had the honor of leading a custom corporate tour that blended history,...

Nashville’s history is full of larger-than-life figures — and some may not have left. From President Polk to Adelicia Acklen, discover the famous dead Nashvillians whose ghosts still haunt the city today.

Andrew Jackson wasn’t the kind of man to fade quietly into history. On Nashville ghost tours, his story is still told — not just as a president, but as a restless spirit. From phantom footsteps to soldiers swearing they heard his booming voice, Old Hickory’s presence may still echo through the streets of Nashville.

President James K. Polk shaped the nation, but his restless spirit may still linger in Nashville. From tragic death to multiple reburials, his haunting legacy makes the Tennessee State Capitol one of the city’s most intriguing ghostly sites.

1887 Map of the Battle of Nashville, courtesy of The Library of Congress Most folks come to Nashville for the music, the food, and the...

Nashville, often called Music City, is a place where music lives and breathes in every corner. Its rich history has shaped it into a...

The State Capital If you’ve ever been on a Nashville ghost tour, or just found yourself walking downtown after dark with a weird chill...

If you’ve ever been on a Nashville History Tour  with us, you know we’re not in the business of rattling off dates and pointing at...

Joelton, Tennessee, a rural suburb nestled on the edge of Davidson County, wasn't always known by that name. In the 1800s, it went by a different, more idyllic one: Paradise Ridge . But one March night in 1897, Paradise Ridge became the site of one of the most horrifying and unsolved crimes in Tennessee’s history. A Family of Settlers Jacob and Pauline Ade were German immigrants raising their six children on a sprawling 410-acre farm. Known in the community for their generosi