Things to do in Memphis

Activities, attractions and tours

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Pink Palace Museum featuring a house
Memphis Rock \'n\' Soul Museum which includes signage and interior views
Downtown Memphis showing outdoor art
Mason Temple featuring theater scenes and interior views
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Nashville to Memphis Daytrip with Graceland VIP Tour and Sun Studio Admissi...

Nashville to Memphis Daytrip with Graceland VIP Tour and Sun Studio Admissi...

Activity duration is 15 hours
9.8 out of 10 with 271 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is S$487 per adult
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Private & custom tours

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Memphis Rap and Hip Hop Tour

Memphis Rap and Hip Hop Tour

Activity duration is 2 hours and 30 minutes
Free cancellation available
Price is S$64 per adult
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Food, drink & nightlife

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Memphis: City Discovery Bus Tour

Memphis: City Discovery Bus Tour

Activity duration is 2 hours
9.8 out of 10 with 41 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is S$63 per adult
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Cruises & boat tours

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Mobsters, Mayhem, & Murder of Memphis Ghost Tour

Mobsters, Mayhem, & Murder of Memphis Ghost Tour

Activity duration is 1 hour
9.4 out of 10 with 6 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is S$31 per adult
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What to do in Memphis

Popular places to visit

Graceland showing a house and a pool

Graceland

Study the exhibits at Graceland, a popular museum in Memphis. Discover the top-notch restaurants and fascinating museums in this romantic area.

Graceland
Beale Street featuring signage, street scenes and night scenes

Beale Street

With iconic landmarks, historic buildings and live music venues, Beale Street, "the Home of the Blues" is Memphis as it was at the turn of the 20th century.

Beale Street
Mini Takes the States 2014 Road Rally Memphis to St.Louis Leg: If you are going to spend the money .... put up a BIG SIGN. #MTTS2014 #minitakesthestates #go11

FedExForum

Catch an event at FedExForum during your trip to Memphis. Discover the area's top-notch restaurants and its entertainment choices.

FedExForum
CW109J University of Memphis, Memphis, Tennessee, USA

University of Memphis

Explore the campus of University of Memphis as part of your travels around Memphis. Make time to visit the area's shops or simply enjoy its top-notch restaurants.

University of Memphis
Memphis Zoo

Memphis Zoo

Why not visit the animals who call Memphis Zoo home during your holiday in Memphis? Stroll along the area's riverfront or experience its acclaimed theatre scene.

Memphis Zoo
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Wolfchase Galleria

During your trip to Memphis, you can enjoy retail therapy at Wolfchase Galleria. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.

Wolfchase Galleria
CW13TK AutoZone Park Baseball Stadium, Memphis, Tennessee, USA

AutoZone Park

Catch an event at AutoZone Park during your trip to Memphis. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.

AutoZone Park
Two words: the ducks. These ducks march into the fountain in the middle of the hotel two times a day, swim around for a while, then march right back out and ride an elevator up to their suite. True story. I couldn't make that up. Peabody Hotel tradition.

The Peabody Memphis

You can learn about the history of Memphis with a stop at The Peabody Memphis. Discover the area's top-notch restaurants and its great live music.

The Peabody Memphis
National Civil Rights Museum at the Lorraine Motel

National Civil Rights Museum

You can browse the exhibits at National Civil Rights Museum, a museum with a story of its own, during your trip to Memphis. Discover the area's top-notch restaurants and its great live music.

National Civil Rights Museum

Areas of Memphis

Beale Street showing nightlife, night scenes and street scenes

Downtown Memphis

4/5(51 area reviews)

Downtown Memphis is a destination visitors seek out for its ample dining options, fascinating museums and great live music. You might also want to check out attractions like Orpheum Theatre or Gibson Guitar Museum while you're exploring the neighbourhood.

Downtown Memphis
Pink Palace Museum featuring a house

East Memphis

3.5/5(3 area reviews)

Travellers to East Memphis praise its popular shops. If you've got some more time to explore, be sure to stop by Theatre Memphis and Memphis Botanic Garden.

East Memphis
Memphis Zoo which includes street scenes

Midtown

3.5/5(6 area reviews)

Theatres, live music and museums are some highlights of Midtown. Make a stop by Minglewood Hall or Memphis Brooks Museum of Art while you're exploring.

Midtown
Elvis's 1955 Cadillac Fleetwood. Elvis first used this car for touring, then gave the car to his mother.

Whitehaven

3.5/5(55 area reviews)

The ample dining options and great live music are top of the list for many visitors to Whitehaven. A stop by Graceland or Tri-State Bank of Memphis might round out your trip.

Whitehaven
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Southwind

Southwind is popular for its abundant dining options, and if you're looking for more to see and do, you might think about a trip to Mike Rose Soccer Complex or TPC Southwind.

Southwind
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Medical District

While visiting Medical District, you might make a stop by sights like Sun Studio and Hunt-Phelan Home.

Medical District

 

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Southaven

a shot of an arched red and black bridge over a lake surrounded lush green trees reflecting off the water with blue sky and powerful clouds at Memphis Botanic Garden in Memphis Tennessee USA

Germantown

Frequently asked questions

Is Memphis worth visiting?
Whether you're coming to enjoy the local charm and cultural highlights or sample regional foods and go on outdoor adventures, there are plenty of things to do in Memphis.
How do I spend a day in Memphis?
After you've checked off major attractions like Memphis Zoo and Beale Street Landing, spend some time enjoying Memphis's shopping and dining scene.
What is the top tourist attraction in Memphis?
You can't go home without visiting Memphis Zoo, rated the top tourist attraction in Memphis.
Is three days enough to stay in Memphis?
You can easily tick off top attractions like Memphis Zoo, Orpheum Theatre and Beale Street Landing with a three-day trip to Memphis. On average, most travellers plan two days here. There's plenty to explore nearby too, so stay a little longer and check out West Memphis.
Is Memphis a walkable city?
With vibrant neighbourhoods and leading attractions within walking distance of the city centre, Memphis is a good destination to explore on foot. Enjoy wandering between Orpheum Theatre and Beale Street Landing. Then take a stroll around Downtown Memphis, located 0.16 kilometres from downtown, and New Pathways, which is roughly 2 kilometres away.
What are some activities to do in Memphis with kids?
Deciding what to do in Memphis with kids has never been so easy. Whether you're travelling with little ones or teenagers, there are loads of family-friendly sights and activities to keep everyone happy here.

What to do in Memphis for adults?
There are loads of things to do in Memphis, with entertainment for adults of all ages. End the day with a visit to Old Dominick Distillery or FedExForum.
Are there free things to do in Memphis?
In Memphis, Beale Street Landing is a popular spot for anyone planning to see the city without taking their wallet out. Also, check out the green spaces and other neighbourhoods, and speak with a local tour guide. It's an easy way to discover the best free things to do in Memphis.