Nashville: 2-Hour Golf Cart Bar Crawl Tour

Nashville’s golf cart bar crawl turns a short afternoon into a moving pub game. You putt for points, earn or avoid drink penalties, and ride between midtown bars while a guide keeps the group together. It is part sightseeing, part social game, and part excuse to try a few drinks without planning every stop yourself.

I like the simple format and the golf cart transportation. You get a look at Nashville between bars instead of spending the whole afternoon inside, and the putt-putt rules give the group something to laugh about. The main catch is that drinks cost extra, and your fun may depend on how involved your guide is. One guide, Jake, was praised for being a blast, while another outing felt less prepared.

Key points

• Putt-putt sets the rules: Your score helps determine selected drinks, while penalties add a playful competitive edge.
• Golf cart travel keeps the route social: You ride between several midtown bars instead of walking the whole way.
• Hotel pickup starts the outing simply: The activity begins with pickup from your hotel.
• Guides can shape the mood: Jeremiah earned praise for humor, local suggestions, and adapting to the group.
• Drinks are extra: Plan on about $6 per drink, in addition to the $56 tour price.
• Groups may be combined: A party of four can be joined with another group of up to six people.

How the two-hour golf cart bar crawl works

This is a short, structured drinking game rather than a loose bar-hopping service. The basic idea is easy: you meet for pickup, begin a putt-putt tournament, and ride by golf cart to a selection of midtown bars.

The golf element gives the outing its shape. Your putting performance helps determine which predetermined drinks you receive or select, while a penalty list adds consequences for missed shots or other parts of the game. The exact drink and penalty details are part of the activity format, but drinks themselves are not included in the price.

That distinction matters. The $56 cost pays for the organized experience, golf tournament, guide, and golf cart transportation. You should also budget for drinks, with an average price of about $6 each. If you have several drinks, the final bill can be noticeably higher than the booking price.

The activity lasts two hours, so it is best viewed as a lively introduction to Nashville’s midtown bar scene, not a full evening out. You will visit several bars, but the time at each one may be fairly brief. That suits you if you want variety and momentum. It may feel rushed if you prefer to settle into one place.

Starting with hotel pickup and a putt-putt challenge

The tour begins with pickup from your hotel, which removes one small Nashville headache. You do not have to work out where to meet in an unfamiliar part of town before the drinking starts. You should still provide a phone number that works while you are traveling, since the operator asks for a valid reachable number.

The putt-putt tournament is more about group energy than serious golf. You do not need to be a skilled player. The point is to give everyone a reason to compete, tease one another, and pay attention to the rules before the bar stops begin.

A party of four may be joined by another group of up to six people. That can work well if you like meeting people and want a fuller social atmosphere. If you booked this as a private gathering, though, you should not assume the cart will be reserved only for your party.

The activity is advertised for four or more people, so the game clearly works best with a small group. Larger groups can create more energy, but they can also make the putting order and drink decisions take longer during a two-hour outing.

Riding between Nashville’s midtown bars

The golf cart is a practical part of the experience, not just a gimmick. It carries you between stops and lets you see some of the area along the way. You get a change of scene without having to organize separate rides between every bar.

The route visits several of Nashville’s popular midtown bars, with southern hospitality as part of the setting. The specific bars are not fixed in the information provided, so you should book this for the format and neighborhood rather than for one particular venue.

That flexibility can be useful. Your guide may adjust the pace or make suggestions based on the group. Jeremiah was praised for knowing the area, recommending good drinks, and offering restaurant suggestions after the tour. Those are the kinds of small choices that can make a short outing feel more useful than a basic ride from bar to bar.

Still, keep your expectations in line. This is not presented as a detailed Nashville history tour. The guide’s main jobs are to manage the group, get you safely between stops, explain the game, and help keep the mood light. You may hear useful local advice, but the main attraction is the activity itself.

What the guide can add to the afternoon

The guide has a large effect on this type of tour. A good host turns the putting rules into a shared joke, notices the group’s mood, and keeps the schedule moving without making the outing feel rigid.

Jeremiah received especially strong praise for being personable, funny, informative, and willing to adapt to the group. His local suggestions also extended beyond the tour, including restaurant recommendations for afterward. Jake was also singled out as a fun host.

There is a useful caution here. One outing was considered perfectly acceptable but would have benefited from a guide who was more involved and prepared. The guide still got the group around safely, which is important, but the experience was less engaging.

I would treat that as a fair warning rather than a reason to avoid the tour. Guide-led social activities can vary from day to day. If your group wants constant commentary or a carefully scripted program, this may not always satisfy you. If you mainly want safe transportation, a simple game, and someone to keep the stops organized, it should fit better.

Drinks, penalties, and the real cost

The drinking game uses predetermined drinks based on how well you putt. A penalty list adds penalty points, so the golf score affects more than bragging rights. That structure gives the afternoon a playful contest instead of leaving everyone to order independently.

Drinks are not included. The stated average is about $6 per drink, though your total depends on what you order and how many stops you make. At $56 per person before drinks, the tour is not the cheapest way to visit bars. You are paying for the golf cart, guide, setup, and organized group activity.

I see the value most clearly for people who would otherwise pay for several separate rides or spend time figuring out where to go. The tour combines transportation and entertainment in one booking. It also gives your group a ready-made plan, which can be worth something in Nashville, especially when nobody wants to be the person responsible for the afternoon schedule.

For a group that only wants a drink or two at one bar, the price may feel high. For a birthday outing, reunion, or first afternoon in town, the cost is easier to justify because the game and movement are part of the entertainment.

Remember Tennessee’s legal drinking age is 21. You need a passport, ID card, or driver’s license. Bring valid identification even if you look clearly over 21, since the activity involves alcohol purchases.

Who will enjoy the golf cart format most

This outing fits adults who enjoy light competition and do not take putting too seriously. It is especially suitable for a group that wants a shared activity instead of simply sitting at a bar.

I would consider it for:

• Friends planning a casual afternoon together
• Birthday groups and informal celebrations
• People who want to sample several midtown bars
• Visitors who like local guidance but do not need a history-focused tour
• Groups that want transportation included with their bar crawl
• Anyone who enjoys meeting another small group

It is less suitable if you want a quiet drink, a private vehicle, or a long stay at each bar. It may also disappoint anyone expecting all drinks to be covered by the $56 price.

The group-combining rule is worth thinking about before booking. Four friends could be joined by as many as six other people, which creates a group of up to ten. That can make the game more lively, but it means the experience is not guaranteed to feel private or tailored only to your friends.

Timing, comfort, and practical details

Two hours goes quickly once pickup, putting, rides, and bar visits are included. I would avoid treating this as your only Nashville activity for the day. It works better as a planned block before dinner or as an early part of an evening.

You should arrive ready to show identification and keep your working phone nearby. The operator asks for a valid phone number while you are in town, so do not rely on a number you cannot check during the activity.

The tour is offered in English with a live guide. It is listed as wheelchair accessible, which is important for many people comparing Nashville activities. If you have specific mobility needs, you should still confirm the practical details at booking, since the experience includes a golf cart, putting, and visits to multiple bars.

Free cancellation is available up to 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. You can also reserve now and pay later, which helps if you are building a Nashville schedule before every detail is settled. Check the available starting times when you choose your date.

How this compares with exploring bars on your own

Planning your own bar crawl gives you more control. You can stay longer at a favorite place, skip a crowded room, order exactly what you want, and keep the total cost easier to manage. You also have to handle directions, transportation, and the question of where to go next.

This tour solves those planning problems. The golf cart moves the group, the guide handles the general route, and the putt-putt game gives everyone a shared reason to stay involved. You are buying ease and entertainment, not just access to bars.

The tradeoff is control. You do not choose every stop, drinks cost extra, and the group may include people you did not arrive with. The two-hour limit also keeps the outing moving. That is good for variety, but not ideal if you like to linger.

The best way to think about it is as a guided social sampler. You are not paying only for alcohol. You are paying for an organized afternoon with transportation, competition, and local recommendations.

Should you book the Nashville golf cart bar crawl?

Book it if you want a playful two-hour outing with golf-cart transportation, several midtown bars, and a simple putting game that gets the group talking. The strongest experiences appear to come when the guide brings humor and local knowledge to the route. Jeremiah and Jake are good examples of the kind of host who can make the format feel personal.

Think twice if you want a private crawl, low total spending, or a detailed Nashville tour. Add roughly $6 per drink to the $56 booking price, bring valid ID, and remember that another group may join yours.

For a social afternoon, a birthday plan, or a first taste of midtown nightlife, I think this is a sensible pick. It is not a bargain bar crawl, but it offers more structure and personality than simply walking from one bar to another.

FAQ

How long is the Nashville golf cart bar crawl?

The activity lasts two hours.

How much does the tour cost?

The listed price is $56 per person.

Are drinks included in the tour price?

No. Drinks are available for purchase separately, with an average price of about $6.

What is the main activity?

You play a putt-putt golf tournament while visiting selected Nashville bars.

How does the drinking game work?

The activity uses predetermined drinks based on how well you putt, along with a penalty list for penalty points.

How do you travel between the bars?

You travel between the bars by golf cart.

Does the tour include hotel pickup?

Yes. The experience begins with pickup from your hotel.

Can a small group be joined by other people?

Yes. A group of four may be combined with another group of up to six people.

What identification should you bring?

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

Is the tour wheelchair accessible?

Yes. The activity is listed as wheelchair accessible.