Belle Meade Tour: Journey to Jubilee History

Embark on a 1-hour journey into Belle Meade with its Journey to Jubilee historic tour. Explore the lives and stories of African Americans who were enslaved and later employed at Belle Meade, honoring their legacy and sacrifices. Complimentary wine tasting and self-guided tour included.

Duration: 1 hour
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights
  • Belle Meade Historic Site & Winery - Journey to Jubilee is an engaging tour that delves into the history of enslavement in the American South. This tour shares the narratives of Black Americans who were enslaved, those who gained freedom, and those who worked as contract laborers post-Emancipation. It highlights the crucial role they played in the…
What's Included
  • 1-Hour Guided Journey to Jubilee Walking Tour
  • Complimentary Wine Tasting at the On-Site Belle Meade Winery
  • Professional Guide
  • Guided History Tour of Belle Meade’s Outbuildings & Grounds
  • Access to the grounds of Belle Meade following your tour to explore at your leisure
  • Free On-Site Parking
  • Access to the Outdoor Game Court & On-Site Restaurant
What's Not Included
  • Guided Mansion Tours not included with this ticket (available to purchase separately on this site)
Additional Information

Embark on a 60-minute exploration of Belle Meade with our Journey to Jubilee historical tour. Join us as we delve deeply into the lives and tales of the African Americans who were first enslaved, and subsequently employed, at Belle Meade, doing so with deliberate respect and empathy. Our Journey to Jubilee tour is designed to pay tribute to the heritage…

Location
110 Leake Ave
Leake Avenue
Belle Meade Historic Site and Winery: Please Check-in At Tickets & Guest Services inside the Visitors Center Upon Arrival.
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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962yvettet
Mar 6, 2026
Great tour! - This was a great tour! Informative with lots of stories that made the narrated experience come alive. Our tour guide, Melissa, was very knowledgeable and personable.
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W912otryand
Feb 5, 2026
Journey to Jubilee with Tom! - What a great experience we had! Tom was our guide and did a phenomenal job. He was very engaging and provided a unforgettable tour. Very informational and a vivid look into the past. Thanks Tom!
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Climber50482331066
Jan 12, 2026
Wonderful tour!! - Wonderful tour with Kelsey. She was so knowledgeable and entertaining. She shared the history with compassion and care, answered questions, and led us on a wonderful journey. It ended with a wine tasting, which was equally great with Ashley.
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Sherpa35383016509
Jan 12, 2026
Educational and Thoughtful Tour! - Kelsey was amazing! So knowledgeable and thoughtful in her approach to discussing slavery in the area and on the Belle Meade site. This was a great addition to our trip.
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Resort07216338729
Jan 2, 2026
Excellent tour!! - Great tour! Very detailed oriented and friendly tour guides. You are given a well rounded historical view of the enslaved and what their lives were like.
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Happytravelersssss
Dec 29, 2025
Great tour - A great and interesting tour. Beautiful property. Interesting history. Tom did a great job. Recommend for older Children.
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Mariane
Dec 23, 2025
The guide is very intelligent, polite, and kind. - It's great to learn about the history it’s very important. People should get to know the guide. It's a different experience, combining the knowledge and history of the professional.
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P758prbrittanym
Dec 14, 2025
Educational look into US history - This tour was an amazing experience! No sugar-coating and actually talking about the harsh facts of slavery and the truth of post-emancipation. Highly recommend if you are in the area!! Well organised and topped off the tour with a wine tasting, featuring a homage to one of the head housemaid’s original blackberry wine recipes.
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Maria
Dec 5, 2025
Great experience! - My family thoroughly enjoyed this tour. It was a slow paced walk and we spent a good amount of time at each location. The tour guide was super knowledgeable about Belle Meade and was happy to answer all questions. Belle Meade certainly has a rich history - I’d love to come back for a different tour as well. The grounds are beautiful and the property has been well maintained. I highly recommend!
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Susan_k
Dec 2, 2025
Great tour - Wonderful your with great information. Taryn was a tremendous tour guide. We learned so much more than expected
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From $33
up to 14 guests
1 - Adult
Cancellation: Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your experience (local time).