Battle at Belle Meade Tour + Wine Tasting

About this experience

Battle at Belle Meade Tour and Wine Tasting Step into one of the most significant Civil War sites in Nashville with this guided tour of Belle Meade Plantation. Your ticket grants access to over 30 acres where Union and Confederate forces clashed during the Battle of Nashville, with a local historian leading the way through the stories of the US Colored Troops, the Army of the Cumberland, and the Army of Tennessee who fought on these very grounds. The guide also shares the compelling history of the Harding-Jackson family and the enslaved people who lived here during this turbulent period. Walk through the grand Belle Meade mansion and historic outbuildings whilst discovering how this estate became a crucial battleground. The guided tour covers key locations where battles unfolded, with interpretive exhibits and markers detailing the conflict's impact on both the property and the wider community. After exploring the historical grounds, the experience concludes at Belle Meade Winery, where the host serves a tasting of wines produced on site. What is Included Guided tour of Belle Meade Plantation with local historian Access to over 30 acres of grounds and historic buildings On-site wine tasting served by the host at Belle Meade Winery (guests aged 21 and over with valid ID only) Access to interpretive exhibits and battle markers Time to explore the mansion grounds before or after your tour Good to Know Arrive at least 15 minutes before your scheduled tour time. Comfortable walking shoes are essential as you will be covering significant ground across the estate. The experience is not wheelchair accessible due to the historic nature of the grounds and buildings. Photography is permitted in most outdoor areas. The wine tasting portion of the visit is available only to guests aged 21 and over with valid identification. The tour is well-paced and suitable for most visitors interested in Civil War history. Your ticket also provides access to explore the mansion grounds independently before or after your guided experience. Nashville offers numerous opportunities to delve deeper into Civil War history, and you might also enjoy exploring The Hermitage mansion tour to learn about President Andrew Jackson's legacy. For those interested in Nashville's broader historical narrative, consider combining your visit with Nashville city highlights tour to see how the past connects with the city's present character. Alcohol is not sold through this listing. Any tasting is served on site by the operator to guests of legal drinking age.

Highlights

• Guided tour across 30+ acres of a key Battle of Nashville site
• Learn the roles of the US Colored Troops and armies of both sides
• Local historian recounts the Harding-Jackson family's wartime story
• Explore one of Nashville's most significant Civil War landscapes
• Wine tasting included at the end of the plantation tour

What is included

• Guided Tour of The Battle at Belle Meade
• Local Guide & Historian
• Access to 30+ acres of Mansion Grounds, Outbuildings and Walking Trails
• Complimentary wine sampling after the tour

Not included

• Guide gratuities (recommended)

Before you go

Arrive at least 15 minutes before your scheduled tour Comfortable walking shoes are recommended Photography is allowed in most outdoor areas Bring a valid ID for wine tasting This experience is not wheelchair accessible

Cancellation terms

Cancel for free until 24 hours before your visit date and get a full refund. Rescheduling is possible until 24 hours before your visit.