Muscle Shoals Sound Studio: Authentic Music History Tour

Step back in time and explore the iconic Muscle Shoals Sound Studio, where legendary musicians recorded their hits. Discover the authentic history and signature sound that forever changed American music.

Duration: 40 minutes
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights
  • Muscle Shoals Sound Studio - The tour is of the iconic studio that produced hundreds of hit records including hits by the Rolling Stones, Bob Seger, Boz Scaggs, Paul Simon, The Staple Singers, Leon Russell, Rod Stewart, Rival Sons, Linda Rondstadt and many more. The studio is still a working studio. Merch for sale to support our operations that…
What's Included
  • Professionally Guided Tour
What's Not Included
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
Additional Information

In 1969, the group known as the Swampers established the Muscle Shoals Sound Studio, and it didn’t take long for renowned recording artists from around the globe to seek them out for their unique sound that made a lasting impact on American music. Thanks to the benefaction from Beats Electronics, this legendary studio has been meticulously refurbished….

Location
Muscle Shoals Sound Studios
North Jackson Highway
Cancellation Policy

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

Customer Ratings
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Robw599
Aug 12, 2025
Stand in the Footsteps of Greatness - Take the tour and stand in the footsteps of legends! I didn't add any pictures, because there are plenty here already. I was surprised to be the only one in our group who had seen the Muscle Shoals documentary. So let me say this; if you are planning to visit, do yourself a favor and watch it before visiting. The short tour is truly amazing, but you will appreciate it the most if you go in a bit more educated. I can't stop thinking about it! I now listen to those songs with a greater sense of appreciation. Toni was my guide and she was really fantastic.
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G8404lndeniseb
Jul 31, 2025
Muscle Shoals has got the swampers.... - Music history! So many artist recorded here, that you are sure to see photos of your favorite 1970s to todays. The piano that Freebird demo was played on was my favorite.
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Abcdefghicyz
Jun 24, 2025
Fabulous Music recording studio and history museum - This place is fantastic We spent a couple hours in the museum looking at all the treasure fri the past including the "Alabama" bands tour bus!! They stiil have recordug sessions in the evening.. Over the years almost ever band from Elvis the the Beatles have recorded here
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Nita
Jun 19, 2025
Wonderful place! - Chase was my tour guide and did a wonderful job! It was so interesting to see all the album covers, gold and platinum records received, hear so much history and view the many terrific pictures of the artists. Who knew Willie Nelson used to be handsome!! Seeing the equipment and sound studio was amazing. It was actually an emotional time for me. I’m so glad I visited.
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Gladtoeathere
Apr 28, 2025
A highlight - not to miss! - We traveled the Delta Blues Trail from NOLA to Memphis and then to Muscle Shoals. Visiting this Recording Studio was a wonderful way to wrap up our trip! Our tour guide was amazing - added to much to the "personality" of the studio and OH! the memories of the music that came from there! It was a treat!
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John_h
Mar 26, 2025
Don’t Miss This Studio Tour - Interesting for any music lover. Guides were very knowledgeable and had personal connection to the studio and shared authentic antidotes.
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Albert_s
Mar 13, 2025
Historical - Good tour guide. Very knowledgeable and the stories about the artists were very entertaining and interesting.
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S3605gqelizabethf
Mar 5, 2025
Music and music history lovers’ dream - So cool! Loved our tour. Felt like hallowed ground. Terrell was very knowledgeable and had so many great stories. Photos were great.
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S5734bipamelaj
Mar 1, 2025
Road Trip Diamond - Random roadtrip from our home 60 miles south of Nashville. This recording studio is as deep in music history and royalty as any I have ever seen. Similar to historic Studio B in Nashville it presents an incredible group of diverse musicians who are literally the backbone of Rock, Soul, Americana and more! Chase, our guide was beyond knowledgable and made all the stories come alive with a well curated selection of music actually recorded in the studio and also in contrast to the later heavily produced recordings done in more corporate studios. Truly a place that must be preserved, inexpensive and yet priceless!
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Ron_a
Jul 18, 2025
Worth the 4 hour drive - So thrilled to tour this studio. Worth the 4 hour drive! Lots of historical info on the Muscle Shoals Sound! Felt like stepping back in time. And while our Tour guide was fantastic I wish he would have more info on documentary about Muscle Shoals! So much history in one beautiful slice of heaven!
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up to 15 guests
1 - Adult
Cancellation: Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your experience (local time).