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Nashville: 2-Hour Golf Cart Bar Crawl Tour

★ 4.3 · 6 reviews 2 hours From $56 Operated by Joyride Nashville · Bookable on GetYourGuide
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Make your bar crawl a little more playful. This two-hour Nashville outing mixes a putt-putt tournament with visits to midtown bars, using a golf cart to move between stops. I like the built-in game, which gives the afternoon a purpose beyond simply ordering drinks, and I like the chance to see several bars without walking the whole route. The main catch is that drinks cost extra, and the guide’s energy may shape the experience.

The tour begins with hotel pickup and works best for a group ready to laugh, compete, and share a golf cart. Groups of four may be combined with up to six other people, so you should be comfortable meeting new players. Past guides Jeremiah and Jake earned especially warm praise for humor, local suggestions, and adapting to the group, though one outing felt less guided than expected.

At $56 per person, the price covers the putt-putt tournament and transportation, not alcohol. With drinks averaging about $6, your final cost depends on how much you order. The free cancellation policy and reserve-now, pay-later option make planning easier, but you still need valid identification and a reachable phone number.

Key points to know before booking

Nashville: 2-Hour Golf Cart Bar Crawl Tour - Key points to know before booking

  • Putt-putt decides the drinking game: Your score helps determine the drinks you receive or purchase, with penalty points adding a playful edge.
  • Hotel pickup starts the outing: You do not need to find the first bar on your own.
  • Midtown is the main setting: The route includes several of Nashville’s popular bars and focuses on Southern hospitality.
  • The golf cart is part of the fun: It provides transport between bars and turns the journey into part of the activity.
  • Drinks cost extra: Plan on roughly $6 per drink, in addition to the $56 tour price.
  • A group of four may be paired with others: The outing is social, not a private tour by default.

What this Nashville bar crawl actually is

Nashville: 2-Hour Golf Cart Bar Crawl Tour - What this Nashville bar crawl actually is

Think of this experience as a moving pub game rather than a standard sightseeing tour. You meet your guide, begin the golf-themed challenge, and travel by golf cart to a selection of midtown bars. Along the way, your putting results and the penalty list shape the drinking game.

The activity is designed for four or more people. That matters because putt-putt is more entertaining with a group, and the tour may combine your party with another group of up to six people. If you are booking with three friends, expect a shared social setting rather than an exclusive ride.

The golf cart keeps the pace light. You are not spending the full two hours inside one bar, and you are not walking from one end of Nashville to another. The short rides give you a chance to see parts of the midtown area while moving between drinks and putting challenges.

The exact bars are not listed in advance. That gives the guide some flexibility, but it also means you should not book this expecting a fixed list of famous venues. The appeal is the overall route, the game, and the chance to visit several popular spots in one compact outing.

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Hotel pickup and the first putt

Nashville: 2-Hour Golf Cart Bar Crawl Tour - Hotel pickup and the first putt

The experience begins with pickup from your hotel. This is useful in Nashville, where getting your group organized can be harder than expected once everyone is thinking about food, drinks, and parking. You can start the afternoon together instead of arranging separate transport to the first stop.

Once the group is assembled, the putt-putt tournament gets underway. This is not presented as a full golf lesson or serious sporting event. It is a simple recreational contest meant to create laughs and give everyone something to do between drinks.

Your putting performance affects the game. The tour uses predetermined drinks based on how well you putt, along with a penalty list for penalty points. That format gives the crawl a playful structure, although the supplied information does not spell out every rule or drink category.

You should treat the game as entertainment, not a reliable way to reduce your bar bill. Drinks are available for purchase, and the average price is about $6. The $56 tour price does not include them.

Riding between midtown bars

Nashville: 2-Hour Golf Cart Bar Crawl Tour - Riding between midtown bars

The golf cart is more than a practical shuttle. It creates a shared setting where your group can talk, compare scores, and take in the streets between stops. Since the tour lasts two hours, the cart helps keep the outing moving instead of losing too much time to long walks.

The route visits some of midtown Nashville’s best-known bars and focuses on the area’s friendly Southern welcome. You should expect a selection of stops rather than a long stay at one venue. Since the individual bars are not guaranteed by name, the experience is better for someone who wants variety than for someone determined to visit one particular place.

This arrangement also gives the guide room to adjust the rhythm. A good guide can keep the group moving, explain the game, and offer suggestions for drinks or food. Jeremiah was praised for being personable, funny, informative, and able to adjust to the mood of the group. Jake was also described as a lot of fun.

One previous outing felt less prepared and less involved from the guide. That is worth keeping in mind. The driver’s most basic job is getting you around safely, but the best version of this tour depends on the guide adding energy and local advice.

What you can expect at the bar stops

At each stop, you have time to purchase drinks and take part in the social side of the game. The tour is not a tasting program with alcohol included, so you choose and pay for what you order.

The putt-putt rules give the stops a little more shape than a normal afternoon of bar hopping. A good score may lead to one type of predetermined drink, while penalty points can add another task or consequence. The details are not fully specified, so you should listen carefully to the guide before the game begins.

The bar selection is one of the tour’s strengths and one of its unknowns. You may appreciate getting a quick look at several midtown venues, especially if you are new to Nashville. On the other hand, the tour does not promise a particular bar list, and a two-hour outing leaves limited time at each stop.

You should also allow for the cost of several drinks. At an average of $6 each, even a modest afternoon of ordering can add noticeably to the advertised price. If you prefer a quiet drink at one carefully chosen bar, this may not be the right format. If you like variety and a group challenge, the extra spending may feel worthwhile.

Guide quality can shape the whole afternoon

The guide is central to this experience. A strong leader keeps the putting contest clear, handles the group safely, and adds useful Nashville suggestions along the way.

Jeremiah received especially strong praise for making the outing feel tailored to the group’s personality. He was also credited with recommending good drinks and restaurants for after the tour. That kind of advice can be valuable because the tour ends before dinner, leaving you in a useful part of town with fresh ideas.

Jake was remembered as a fun guide as well. The names matter because they show what the best outings can feel like, but you should not assume that either guide will lead your departure. Guide assignments can vary.

The mixed feedback points to a practical lesson: book this for the activity itself, not only for a promised guiding performance. If your guide is lively and prepared, the experience can feel personal and easygoing. If the commentary is lighter, you will still have the golf cart, putting game, and bar stops, but the tour may feel more like transport with a drinking challenge.

Is $56 a fair price?

The $56 fee is reasonable if you value the combination of transport, organization, and a hosted game. You are not paying only for a ride. The price includes hotel pickup, golf cart transport during the activity, and the putt-putt tournament.

Still, the headline price does not cover drinks. At about $6 per drink, you should budget separately for alcohol. The total can climb quickly if you order at several stops, so compare this outing with the cost of arranging your own rides and visiting bars independently.

The value is strongest for visitors who want an organized afternoon and do not want to plan a route. It is also useful for a group that wants an easy social activity without committing to a full-day tour.

The value is weaker if you already know exactly which bars you want to visit. In that case, the fixed two-hour format and unspecified stop list may feel restrictive. The same is true if you do not drink, since the game is built around drinks, penalties, and bar visits, even though you control what you purchase.

Who should book this tour?

I would recommend it to adults aged 21 and older who enjoy light competition and group activities. It suits birthday outings, friend groups, and visitors looking for a relaxed introduction to midtown nightlife.

It can also work well for people who want a little sightseeing without signing up for a formal city tour. The golf cart provides a different way to move around, and the guide may offer useful restaurant ideas once the two hours are over.

You should think twice if you dislike shared groups. A party of four may be combined with another group of up to six people, so you cannot count on a private experience unless that is clearly arranged separately.

This is also not the best match for someone seeking detailed Nashville history or a quiet food-and-drink tasting. The focus is fun, putting, short rides, and bar time. The experience is social first and educational second.

Practical details that matter

Nashville: 2-Hour Golf Cart Bar Crawl Tour - Practical details that matter

The tour lasts two hours, and starting times depend on availability. The guide speaks English. The activity is wheelchair accessible, although the supplied information does not provide further details about individual golf carts or specific boarding arrangements, so you should confirm any personal requirements before booking.

Bring a passport or ID card and a driver’s license. Tennessee’s legal drinking age is 21, and you should expect to show valid identification when alcohol is involved.

Provide a phone number that will work while you are in Nashville. This gives the operator a way to reach you during the trip if pickup details change or the group needs to connect.

You can cancel up to 24 hours ahead for a full refund. You can also reserve now and pay later, which is handy if your schedule is still shifting.

Final verdict: book it for the game, not just the bars

Book this Nashville golf cart bar crawl if you want a short, social outing with a built-in contest and several midtown stops. The strongest reasons to go are the golf cart transport, the playful putting rules, and the chance to get local drink and restaurant advice from a good guide.

Before booking, budget for drinks, accept that the bars may not be announced in advance, and be ready to share the experience with another group. If that sounds like part of the fun, $56 is a fair starting price for a two-hour Nashville afternoon. If you want a private, quiet, or highly structured bar tour, choose something more focused.

FAQ

How long is the Nashville golf cart bar crawl?

The tour lasts two hours.

What is included in the price?

The price includes the putt-putt golf tournament and transportation by golf cart during the tour.

Are drinks included?

No. Drinks are available for purchase, and the average drink costs about $6.

How much does the tour cost?

The listed price is $56 per person.

Where does the tour begin?

Pickup is provided from your hotel.

Which area of Nashville does the tour visit?

The tour visits bars in Nashville’s midtown area.

How many people can join the group?

The activity is designed for four or more people. A group of four may be combined with another group of up to six people.

What is the legal drinking age for this tour?

The legal drinking age in Tennessee is 21. Bring a passport or ID card and a driver’s license.

Is the tour wheelchair accessible?

Yes, the activity is listed as wheelchair accessible.

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