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Muscle Shoals Sound Studio Tour in Sheffield Alabama
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Muscle Shoals Sound Studio Tour in Sheffield Alabama

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40 min
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40 min
Starting time
Friday 11 September 2026
Language
English
Free cancellation until 10 Sept 2026.
$45$50Save 10%
2 adults × $22.50
All taxes and fees included

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Overview

This walking tour of Muscle Shoals Sound Studio in Sheffield, Alabama, takes about 40 minutes and is led by a professional guide. The studio was established in 1969 by the Swampers, a group of musicians who created a distinctive sound that attracted many famous recording artists. The building has been restored to appear as it did from 1969 to 1978, including the vintage equipment in the upstairs control room and the orange carpet in the downstairs party room. Visitors can see the bathroom where Keith Richards finished the song Wild Horses and the piano Paul Simon played on Kodachrome. The studio continues to operate as a recording space managed by a nonprofit organization. Merchandise is available for purchase to support the studio's operations. Masks are currently required, and visitor capacity is limited following state and federal guidelines. On-site parking is available. Hotel pickup and drop-off are not included. A Viator voucher must be presented to join the tour.

Highlights

Guided walking tour of Muscle Shoals Sound Studio
Studio restored to 1969–1978 appearance
View vintage recording equipment upstairs
See the party room with original orange carpet
Visit the bathroom where Keith Richards finished Wild Horses
Piano played by Paul Simon on Kodachrome is on display

What's included

Professional guided tour of Muscle Shoals Sound Studio

What's not included

Hotel pickup and drop-off

Itinerary

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Muscle Shoals Sound Studio

The tour covers the studio where hundreds of hit records were produced, including work by the Rolling Stones, Bob Seger, Boz Scaggs, Paul Simon, The Staple Singers, Leon Russell, Rod Stewart, Rival Sons, Linda Rondstadt, and others. The studio remains active as a recording space and is managed by a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization. Merchandise is sold to support the studio's operations. Masks are required and visitor capacity is limited according to state and federal guidelines.

60 min

Languages

English (guide)

Cancellation policy

  • Cancel at least 24 hours before start for a full refund.

Additional info

1–15 travelers per booking
Mobile ticket
Wheelchair accessible
Service animals are welcome
Reachable by public transport
Infants travel on an adult's lap
Suitable for all fitness levels
A Viator voucher must be shown as proof of purchase to join the tour
Parking is available on-site
Total
$45Save 10% vs Viator