Memphis History & Heritage: Private Half-Day Walking Tour
Overview
Like cities, the world over, the history of Memphis is one best understood by knowing the lay of the land, and the geography which shaped it. As you walk through the city, your guide will explain how the city’s features have defined and shaped the institutions and culture of Memphis.
Visit historic Beale Street - where nightclubs, pawnshops, restaurants, and theatres have been playing the blues for over a century.
Learn about the street’s history dating back to the mid-19th century, where Black commerce thrived in spite of the odds. Hear tales of Ida B Wells, 'Beale Street Blues', B.B. King, and Dr King.
Then, enter into the heart of the American story at the National Center for Civil Rights Museum, where your guide will take you on an hour tour.
What's Included
- Daily Memphis Trolley Pass
- National Civil Rights Museum admission tickets
- A friendly, professional English-speaking tour guide for your own private group
- Transportation
- Food and drink
- Gratuities
- Hotel pickup and dropoff
Meeting Location
126 South 2nd Street
Memphis, TN 38103, USA
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
450 Mulberry Street
Memphis, TN 38103, USA
Your tour ends inside the "National Civil Rights Museum" located at 450 Mulberry St, Memphis, TN 38103, United States.
What To Expect
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Memphis
30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Beale Street
30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
WDIA-WHRK Radio Building
30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
The Orpheum Theatre
30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
National Civil Rights Museum - Lorraine Motel
1 hour • Admission Ticket Included
Additional Info
- Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability
- Wheelchair accessible
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Operated by a business
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Activity code: C-255730P175
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