Take a journey through one of America’s most vibrant cities with this private walking tour of Memphis!
Your tour will begin when you meet up with your guide near the Mississippi River. Discover how this massive river influenced the shaping of modern-day Memphis and how it still plays an important role today.
Make your way to The Peabody Hotel, a legendary Memphis destination that is home to one of the most charming daily parades that you will ever see! If you’re lucky, you’ll arrive just in time to watch the daily march of the Peabody ducks as they make their way down the red carpet and into the beautiful Peabody fountain.
It’s all about the rhythm and blues as you enjoy a leisurely stroll down Beale Street. Uncover this street’s significance as a historic center of African American culture and hear stories about Ida B Wells, the Beale Street Blues, BB King, and Martin Luther King Jr. Walk past the Orpheum Theatre and learn how this historic landmark was destroyed by fire in 1923. Along the way, indulge in some delicious and tangy Memphis-style barbeque.
Your day in Memphis will conclude with a 1-hour tour around the National Center for Civil Rights Museum. See how the city played a vital role in the Civil Rights Movement and travel to historic sites such as the Lorraine Motel, the location of MLK’s assassination. From here, you can choose to continue to explore the museum at your own leisure.
