Belle Meade Plantation

Discover Belle Meade Mansion, a Greek Revival masterpiece built in 1853, located in the heart of historic Tennessee. Step back in time with a guided tour of this stunning mansion and enjoy a complimentary wine tasting for guests aged 21 and over. With your ticket, also get access to the beautiful grounds, outbuildings, walking trails, outdoor game court, gift shops, and two on-site restaurants – The Belle Meade Meat & Three and the Fox Run Cafe.

Dive deep into the poignant history of enslavement, contract labor, and the enduring legacy of Black Heritage in the thoroughbred horse racing industry with the "Journey to Jubilee" tour at Belle Meade. This 60-minute walking tour offers a comprehensive look at the lives of enslaved individuals from the plantation's inception in 1807 through the adoption of the 13th amendment in Tennessee in 1865. Begin your journey inside the historic kitchen house, where you'll learn about the various skilled laborers who were enslaved at Belle Meade. As you walk through multiple points across the property, discover the harsh realities and inspiring perseverance of those who lived through this dark chapter of American history. The tour is grounded in extensive research from primary sources, aiming to honor and remember those whose stories have been forgotten. The tour concludes with a complimentary wine tasting at the Belle Meade Winery for guests aged 21 and over, providing a moment to reflect on the experience. This tour is recommended for guests aged 12 and older due to the mature and sensitive nature of the content.

Discover how the Civil War affected Belle Meade and Nashville on a walking tour of the Belle Meade Historic Site. Learn about how the Harding-Jacksons and those enslaved on the property lived through the American Civil War. Make multiple stops across the property, following the footsteps of the soldiers who skirmished at Belle Meade. Discover how the US Colored Troops, the Army of the Cumberland, and the Army of Tennessee fought at the Battle of Nashville, and its impact on the American Civil War. Please note that this tour does not go inside the mansion.