- Belle Meade Historic Site & Winery - Discover the new tour at Belle Meade Plantation, titled Journey to Jubilee. This tour highlights the lives of the first African-Americans brought to Belle Meade in 1807, emphasizing their essential role in the property’s and the family’s history until 1906. From enslavement to emancipation, these individuals persevered, and their legacy is celebrated through this narrative. The tour delves into nearly a century of their history, utilizing primary source research. Experience their historical footprint at Belle Meade Plantation with the Journey to Jubilee tour.
Following your enlightening tour, you’re invited to partake in a complimentary wine tasting at our exquisite winery. Belle Meade’s grounds are open for self-guided tours, which you can enjoy before or after your scheduled tour. Presently, Belle Meade Plantation maintains 34 acres of its original estate, along with several historical structures, including the Mansion and the initial family home. The site now serves as a center for education, committed to the conservation of Tennessee’s Victorian architecture, history, and equestrian legacy.
- 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
- Guided Mansion Tours not included with this ticket (available to purchase separately on this site)
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 and sacrifices of the people legally enslaved on this property from 1807 till their emancipation in 1865, as well as to delve into the complex realities of their newfound freedom in the post-Civil War era. Through a unique methodology which includes reading directly from primary sources and fostering audience interaction, this experience offers a new approach towards understanding the history of slavery. After your tour, savor a complimentary wine tasting and enjoy access to the estate Grounds for a self-guided exploration.
Please Be Aware: This is a guided tour, but it does not grant admission to the primary Mansion part of the Belle Meade estate. Separate reservations are required for Guided Mansion Tours.
- Free On-Site Parking Available
- Arrive 20 minutes before your tour time and redeem your voucher at our Visitor Service desk. They will direct you to your tour
- Due to the intensity of the subject matter and our interpretive approach, this tour is limited to those aged 12 and older.
- Takes place outside and involves walking and several sets of stairs.
- Please Note: Guided Mansion Tours are not included with this ticket. Mansion Tours are also available to purchase separately on this website.
- Not recommended for travelers who cannot stand/walk for extended periods of 30 minutes or more
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
