{"id":1641,"date":"2018-05-14T18:51:40","date_gmt":"2018-05-14T23:51:40","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/wearememphis.com\/?p=1641"},"modified":"2024-03-28T16:05:07","modified_gmt":"2024-03-28T21:05:07","slug":"looking-memphis-attractions-best-tours","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/wearememphis.com\/travel\/looking-memphis-attractions-best-tours\/","title":{"rendered":"Looking for Memphis attractions? Here are the best tours!"},"content":{"rendered":"

Memphis<\/a> is a city rich with history and culture\u2014 what else would you expect from the birthplace of rock \u2018n\u2019 roll and the epicenter of the civil rights movement? There\u2019s no time like the present to discover Memphis by foot, via riverboat or through an organized Memphis tour<\/a>.<\/p>\n

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Sun Studio Tour<\/strong><\/p>\n

This small recording studio may not look like much at first glance, but its place in music history is incomparable. Elvis Presley recorded \u201cThat\u2019s Alright Mama\u201d right here in 1954, and the studio was frequented by B.B. King, Jerry Lee Lewis, and Johnny Cash to boot. On a tour at Sun Studio<\/a>, you\u2019ll get the chance to see the equipment these legends used with your very own eyes!<\/p>\n

Graceland Tour<\/strong><\/p>\n

You simply cannot visit Memphis without going to Graceland<\/a>. After all, it\u2019s one of the most-visited houses in the United States, second only to the White House. Be sure to swing by The King\u2019s famous Jungle Room while you\u2019re on the premises! What\u2019s more, the VIP tour includes access to the car museum that houses Elvis\u2019 iconic pink Cadillac, as well as the opportunity to get up close and personal with some of his most recognizable stage costumes.<\/p>\n

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Memphis Riverboat Tours<\/strong><\/p>\n

Old-fashioned riverboats<\/a> serve as the perfect vehicle to explore the Mississippi River in style. And why not spring for a themed excursion that includes dinner and fireworks? There\u2019s no better way to learn about the history of Ol\u2019 Man River.<\/p>\n

Beale Street Tour<\/strong><\/p>\n

This major tourist attraction is lined with blues clubs, bars and restaurants, gift shops and live music everywhere you turn. Needless to say, there\u2019s never a dull moment on Beale Street<\/a>. Music fans might want to consider timing their visit to coincide with the annual Beale Street Music Festival, which brings together artists from different genres against the backdrop of this iconic landmark.<\/p>\n

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The Memphis Rock \u2018n\u2019 Soul Museum<\/strong><\/p>\n

Memphis has no shortage of pioneers who overcame social barriers to create music that changed the world, and this museum celebrates them all in one place. The audio tour<\/a> is positively overflowing with more than 300 minutes of information, including snippets from over 100 songs. Don\u2019t forget to check out the galleries of stage costumes and instruments!<\/p>\n

National Civil Rights Museum<\/strong><\/p>\n

This history of our country\u2019s civil rights movement dates all the way back to the 17th century. The National Civil Rights Museum<\/a> is the place to go for audio, images and films that will open both your eyes and your heart.<\/p>\n

Whether you\u2019re moving to Memphis or just dropping by for a visit don’t miss these essential and informative tours.<\/p>\n

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You also might be interested in: Take the Ultimate Memphis Food Tour! – We Are Memphis<\/a><\/p>\n

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