Save time waiting in line by pre-booking your tour for Belle Meade Plantation, the historic Nashville estate that dates to the mid-1800s. A guide in period costume shows you around the Greek-Revival mansion during the 45-minute guided tour, then leaves you free to explore the grounds on your own. Great for history buffs, with the added bonus of a complimentary tasting at the onsite winery.
All entrance fees included
All taxes, fuel surcharges and service fees included
Informative, friendly and professional guide
Inclusions & Exclusions
Inclusions
Professional guide
All taxes, fees and handling charges
Admission ticket
Wine tasting
Exclusions
Food and drinks
Departure & Return
Departure point
Belle Meade Plantation (6miles from downtown Nashville)
What To Expect
Make your own way to Belle Meade Plantation with at least 15 minutes to spare before your tour is due to start. Your costumed guide meets you at the designated time and leads you on a 45-minute tour of the Belle Meade mansion. Go through almost every room in the mansion, which is furnished with period furniture and art, and serves as a prime example of Victorian architecture in Tennessee. Expect to hear informative commentary about the estate during the 1800s, when it developed into an important thoroughbred horse farm, and later became the site of Civil War battles and the temporary headquarters for a Confederate general.After your guided tour, feel free to walk through the grounds to see the historic outbuildings, including a dairy, horse stable, and a replica of a log cabin for the enslaved people who worked on the plantation. The Harding family, who owned Belle Meade, was one of Nashville's largest slave-holding families. Learn more about this aspect of the estate on the tour and in the exhibits.Stop in at the winery for a complimentary wine tasting if you like. You can also have brunch or lunch at the restaurant (own expense).
Additional Info
Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Parking on site is free
Arrive 15 minutes before your tour time and redeem your voucher at our Visitor Service desk. They will direct you to your tour
Wheelchair accessible
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel At least 24 hours in advance of the start date of the experience.