All-Inclusive Nighttime Pub Crawl

That first drink on a planned route changes everything.

This all-inclusive Lower Broadway pub crawl is built to save you decision fatigue: you follow a guide through Nashville’s honky-tonk strip and get your first cocktail at each stop. I love that you don’t need a map, and I also like that it mixes classic Nashville-style bars with drink themes like Tennessee moonshine and craft beer. One thing to weigh: at this price point, the value depends on how much you enjoy the included drink picks, since not every pour will match your exact taste.

You’ll start near the action at Doc Holliday’s Saloon, then head into Printers Alley for kickoff, finishing near Big Machine Brewery & Distillery. Most nights run about five venues in two hours, so it’s a fast, social loop, not a slow bar-hang.

If you’re craving a low-effort way to taste a bunch of Nashville flavors without planning ahead, this is a fun bet. Just bring your valid photo ID—no ID means no drinks—and keep in mind gratuity isn’t included.

Key Things to Know Before You Go

• First cocktail at each stop included so you can focus on the music and the next place instead of prices
• A guide leads the route around Lower Broadway and Printers Alley, which saves time and walking guesswork
• About five venues in ~2 hours means quick pacing and a clear nightlife rhythm
• Moonshine, craft beer, and specialty cocktails give you variety instead of just beer-only
• VIP discounts on other drinks can stretch your night if you want to keep ordering
• Fanny pack souvenir included as a souvenir token for the crawl

Lower Broadway in Two Hours: How This Crawl Actually Feels

This tour is designed for one thing: getting you into Nashville’s nightlife loop fast, without asking questions every five minutes. The format is simple. You meet at the start point, a guide gathers the group, and you walk a tight route through Lower Broadway and nearby streets tied to music and bar culture.

Because the pace is built for a two-hour window, the experience feels like a greatest-hits sampler. You’ll spend less time wondering where to go next and more time hearing live music, watching crowds, and trying drinks you might not order on your own.

The two big upsides I see right away are the pre-planned stops and the “included first cocktail” structure. That’s a big deal for value in a city where bar menus and drink prices vary wildly venue to venue. The possible drawback is that drink inclusions can’t perfectly match everyone’s taste. If you’re picky about specific spirits or want to curate your own cocktail order, you may still have fun—but you might feel like you’re on someone else’s menu.

Start at Doc Holliday’s, Then Glide Into Printers Alley

Your tour kicks off at Doc Holliday’s Saloon, 112 2nd Ave N. From there, you’ll move toward Printers Alley for the first round. Printers Alley is a practical choice for a pub crawl because it sits right in the nightlife flow, with lots of bar density nearby. In other words: you spend more time inside places and less time crossing the city.

The meeting and route planning also matter for group energy. When a guide keeps you moving, it’s easier for everyone to stay in the same “we’re doing this together” mood. That’s also when the guide’s personality starts to show—some guides lean more history and story, while others focus on getting you to the next best sound and drink quickly.

One more logistics note you’ll want to respect: you must have a valid photo ID. The tour doesn’t mess around with this—without it, you can be turned away for drinks. If you’re traveling with a digital ID only, this is the point to sort out what you’ll use before you head out.

The Included Drink Game: What Your $84.95 Gets You

This crawl costs $84.95 per person and runs about two hours. For the money, you’re not just paying for walking and a guide. You’re paying for an organized night that includes:

• Alcoholic beverages where your first cocktail at each location is included
• Samples of local-style beer, Nashville specialty drinks, and Tennessee moonshines
• VIP discounts on other drinks at the stops
• A free fanny pack souvenir

Here’s how I think about value in plain terms: if you hit roughly five venues, that’s a built-in set of “starter rounds.” Your included drink at each stop is the core value engine. After that, VIP discounts are what let you decide whether you want to spend more and keep going—or stick with the included pours.

This also explains why experiences can feel different from one person to the next. If you like the drink direction at each bar, you’ll feel like the tour did what it promised. If you don’t love the exact sample options, you may still enjoy the music and the route—but you might wish you could order freely from the menu you actually want.

Gratuity isn’t included, so plan for that at the end.

Stop-by-Stop: What You’ll Find on the Crawl

The tour moves through around five venues, and the lineup can vary. Still, several stops show up again and again, and each one has a distinct “what to listen for / what to taste” angle.

Whiskey Bent Saloon: Cocktails With Live Honky-Tonk Energy

A common first “big name” stop is Whiskey Bent Saloon. This is where the crawl leans hard into Nashville’s live honky-tonk vibe—music in the room, crowd energy, and cocktails that fit the theme.

One specific drink that comes up is the Mango Habanero punch. That tells you what kind of “Nashville flavor” direction you can expect: bold, sweet-heat, and made to go down easy even if you’re trying something new.

Drawback to know: because this is a classic stop, it can be lively. If you’re the type who wants quiet conversation, this is not that moment. It’s a party-first venue.

Bootleggers Inn: Moonshine-Heavy Stop for Tennessee Spirits Lovers

Another recurring stop is Bootleggers Inn, which is especially known for its moonshine selection. If you like Tennessee spirits and want a structured way to try them without doing your own tasting tour, this is a great fit.

The practical advantage here is “variety without research.” Instead of studying menus or worrying which moonshines are worth trying, you’re guided toward a tasting-style experience as part of the crawl.

Possible downside: if moonshine isn’t your thing, you might find the included options skew stronger in that direction. You’ll still be able to grab other drinks if you like, but your best-case night is with someone who enjoys that genre.

Bowie’s Nashville: Music-First Energy With Specialty Cocktails

Some nights include Bowie’s Nashville, which stands out for its combination of music and specialty cocktails. This is a spot that can feel like a bridge between mainstream Broadway energy and something a little more “character-driven” in the drink lineup.

What I like about a stop like this is the contrast it creates inside the same two-hour schedule. You’re not just hitting one “style” of bar—you’re sampling different personalities across venues.

Alley Taps in Printers Alley: Atmosphere With a Speak-Easy Feel

You may also stop at Alley Taps. People often mention its atmosphere, including a more speak-easy vibe compared to the most open, neon-lit rooms.

This kind of stop can be the sweet spot for a lot of groups: the night still feels fun and lively, but you get a different mood than you’d get standing in the busiest street-level bars the whole time.

Big Machine Brewery & Distillery: A Slushy-Style Finish Near the End

The crawl ends at Big Machine Brewery & Distillery (and that’s the official tour endpoint). This venue is associated with slushy shots, which is a fun detail because it changes the drinking style from “sip-and-slow” to “easy and shareable.”

Ending here can also be smart because it’s right where you can keep moving afterward if you want. A crawl ending at a destination bar gives you an obvious “okay, now what?” answer without needing to navigate.

Guide Quality: Why Names Matter on This Kind of Tour

The guide is the secret ingredient on a pub crawl like this. You can have the same stops, but the experience changes a lot depending on how the group moves and how the guide sets expectations.

In the feedback pattern, guides like Elijah, Sean, Will, Shawn, Jimmy, Darrin, Austin, and Derrin come up with a consistent theme: they kept the night fun and organized, and they got people to places they wouldn’t find alone.

What also matters: how the guide handles timing. Some groups report smooth pacing and fast service at each stop. Others report rush, confusion, or delays that made the walk feel less fun and more procedural.

So here’s my practical advice: go into this assuming it’s a group night with a plan, not a personalized limo tour. If your group vibes are high and you’re flexible about pacing, the guide role turns from “annoying babysitter” into “you’re in good hands.”

When VIP Discounts Actually Help (and When They Don’t)

The tour includes VIP discounts on other drinks. This is useful if you plan to keep ordering after the included cocktail(s).

But discounts only help if you plan to spend more. If you’re someone who wants just one drink at each stop and then moves on, you might not feel the discount value as much. In that case, your decision should rest more on whether you like the idea of tasting samples rather than picking your exact cocktail.

Also, keep your expectations realistic: included drinks and samples can be “good” without being your dream order. You’re paying for access, pacing, and variety, not for every pour to match your personal top-five list.

Best For: Who Should Book This Pub Crawl?

This crawl works especially well if you’re:

• Doing Nashville for the first time and want a fast way to understand the nightlife layout
• Traveling with friends or a partner and want a shared plan
• More interested in live honky-tonk and bar-hopping than in building a custom cocktail itinerary
• Happy to try moonshine, craft beer, and specialty cocktails as a tasting experience

It may feel less satisfying if you’re:

• Extremely picky about what you drink
• Hoping for a slow, long sit-down dinner-and-drinks style night
• The type who wants total control over every menu choice

There’s also a group-size reality: the tour needs a minimum of 4 people to operate. If you’re traveling during a slower period, you can end up rescheduled or refunded. That’s not rare for group tours in nightlife-heavy areas.

Timing, ID, and Other Practical Things That Make or Break It

Here are the “don’t get burned” items that matter most:

• Bring your valid photo ID. No ID, no drinks.
• Plan for a tight schedule. This is about two hours, with roughly five venues, so you’ll be moving and switching rooms often.
• Wear shoes that can handle Lower Broadway walking. You’ll be on your feet and navigating crowds.
• Expect it to be social. Even with a guide, this is a shared crawl. It tends to work best with groups that are ready to chat and try new places.
• Service animals are allowed. If that’s relevant, you’re covered.
• Mobile ticket: keep it accessible so you can check in smoothly.

One more thing: the tour runs with a maximum of 20 travelers, so it isn’t a huge party herd. That’s usually a good sign for getting drinks and moving without total chaos.

Should You Book? My Decision Guide

Book it if you want a guided, fast-moving Lower Broadway nightlife sampler where you don’t have to research bars and you get the early rounds handled for you. The combination of included first cocktails, VIP drink discounts, and a route that hits multiple honky-tonk styles is a strong “save time, drink smart” deal.

Skip it or consider planning your own night if you’re:

• Only interested in very specific cocktail types
• Hoping for a more relaxed pace and deep conversation
• Counting on the tour drinks matching your exact preferences

If you do book, go in with the right mindset: this is not a quiet tasting class. It’s a lively walk through Nashville where the main value is that someone else does the routing and start-line drinks—so you can spend your energy enjoying the music and the next stop.

FAQ

How long is the All-Inclusive Nighttime Pub Crawl?

It’s about 2 hours.

Where does the tour start and end?

It starts at Doc Holliday’s Saloon, 112 2nd Ave N, Nashville, TN 37201, and ends at Big Machine Brewery & Distillery, 122 3rd Ave S, Nashville, TN 37201.

What does the price include?

The tour includes an all-inclusive nighttime bar crawl with alcoholic beverages (your first cocktail at each location included), VIP discounts on other drinks, local drink samples, and a free fanny pack souvenir.

Do I need a photo ID?

Yes. All guests must have a valid photo ID or you may be turned away for drinks.

Is gratuity included?

No, gratuity is not included.

What if the tour doesn’t have enough people?

The tour requires 4 people to operate. If fewer are scheduled, you’ll be asked to reschedule or receive a refund.

What happens if the weather is bad?

If canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.

Can I cancel for free?

Yes. You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund. Within 24 hours, the amount paid is not refunded.