3 Hours • Ages 21+
Discover Nashville's craft beer revolution on The Hop Walk, a 3-hour guided brewery tour through Downtown and The Gulch. Taste unique brews while learning the stories behind the city’s vibrant beer scene.
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Difficulty
easy
Duration
3 hours
Fitness Level
Participants should be able to walk 1.5 to 2 miles on urban streets comfortably.
Wildlife
History
Nashville's craft beer scene surged post-2010 as local brewers opened microbreweries that revived brewing traditions in the historically Music City.
Conservation
The breweries on the tour emphasize sustainable brewing practices, including water recycling and sourcing local ingredients to reduce environmental impact.
Music City Brew Hop
3 Hours • Ages 21+
Music City Brew Hop is a Nashville-based tour operator that runs hop-on, hop-off brewery shuttles, guided walking tastings, and seasonal public events focused on the local craft beer scene.
The company offers two flexible Brew Hop loops — The Brew Hop - EAST LOOP and The Brew Hop - WEST LOOP — each featuring six stops and a convenient start at The Omni Hotel Bongo Java Coffee Shop. The Brew Hop loops operate with hop-on, hop-off service from noon to 7 PM, letting guests create a custom brewery day at their own pace.
For those who prefer walking, The Hop Walk is a 3-hour guided tour through Downtown and The Gulch that includes pints at four craft breweries, guided tastings, and a specialty flight. Seasonal public events include the Holiday Lights Public Tour, a BYOB evening with 45 minutes of neighborhood light viewing, a brewery stop with a pint, and a photo opportunity at the State Capitol Christmas Tree with festive music, candy canes, and a small gift.
The Halloween Hop is scheduled for October 25, 2025, and includes trolley rides to four breweries and cideries, on-site activities and drinks, and an after-party with live music at Jackalope Brewing; guests who visit all stops may enter raffle prize opportunities. All tours start at clearly listed meeting points and highlight a curated selection of local breweries and neighborhood character, giving guests straightforward options for sightseeing and craft beer sampling throughout Nashville.
Location
Nashville, TN
Tours operate across Nashville neighborhoods
Tours Offered
5 Tours
East/West loops, walking and seasonal tours
Start Point
Omni Hotel
Meet at Bongo Java Coffee Shop
Brew Hop Hours
Noon–7 PM
Daily window for Brew Hop loops
Choose hop-on, hop-off loops, a guided Hop Walk, or a seasonal public tour — book early for holiday and Halloween events.
Wear comfortable walking shoes
The tour covers multiple neighborhoods on foot, so sturdy shoes will keep you comfortable throughout.
Bring a valid ID
This is an adults-only (21+) experience and you'll need ID for alcohol tastings.
Stay hydrated
Drink water between tastings to stay refreshed and balanced during the tour.
Plan your transportation
Consider using ride-shares or public transit after the tour for your safety.
Comfortable walking shoes
Ensure you can walk safely and comfortably through city streets.
Light jacket or layers
Spring weather can be changeable; layering keeps you comfortable.
spring
Sunglasses
Protect your eyes during sunny daytime strolls.
summer
Reusable water bottle
Stay hydrated to enjoy tastings and walking.