Top Memphis Art & Culture

Take a spooky stroll through Memphis during this guided ghost walking tour. Experience the darker side of downtown, and hear tales of the city's haunted heritage as told by a professional storyteller. Explore Earnestine and Hazel's, a former brothel that is well known as one of the most haunted buildings in Memphis, as well as the Orpheum Theatre and the John Alexander Austin House.

Explore the top attractions in Memphis on this sightseeing tour along the Mississippi River. See landmark locations like the Memphis Pyramid, now a Bass Pro Shops “megastore” with shopping, a hotel, restaurants, a bowling alley, and an archery range; the National Civil Rights Museum at the Lorraine Motel, where Martin Luther King, Jr. was assassinated and much more. A Memphis hotel pickup and drop-off are included on this tour.

Shake, rattle, and roll through Memphis on this guided musical bus tour. Local musicians lead the way on a fun-loving ride through the home of blues, complete with live music and tambourines, shakers, and bongos for all to enjoy. Visit historic Beale Street, one of the most iconic streets in America, plus Stax Studio, the Lorraine Motel, and more. Upgrade to include admission to Sun Studio, the most famous recording studio in the world.

Memphis has a unique dark history filled with stories of ghosts, murders, legends, and lore. Explore the city’s spooky areas during this haunted Memphis bus tour, and cover more ground than you would on just a walking tour. Drive through the city as your guide tells you tales about Memphis that are sure to give you goosebumps. During your tour, you'll make a stop at the city’s Victorian Village, as well as downtown.

Explore downtown Memphis on this all-inclusive tour. Visit the Smithsonian’s Rock N' Soul Museum along with top attractions such as Beale Street, known as the home of the blues, and Lorraine Motel, where Martin Luther King Jr. was assassinated. A barbecue tasting and trip to the Peabody Hotel's March of the Ducks, a much-loved Memphis tradition, are also included.

Trace Memphis' history, from the Civil War to modern-day, on this guided walking tour. Learn about the history of this rowdy blues, soul, and rock ‘n’ roll river town, and visit many of the city’s top attractions—Beale Street and sections of the Mississippi River among them. Experience, too, a time-honored Memphis tradition: Peabody Hotel's March of the Ducks.

Visit the Memphis Music Hall of Fame to learn all about the city's legendary music history. Browse exhibits and museum displays about the musicians and artists who shaped the Memphis Sound.

Drive past the Mississippi River, grand Victorian homes, and cultural landmarks on this narrated tour of Memphis, which takes you beyond the city’s obvious sights. A tour of the legendary Sun Studios, where artists such as Johnnie Cash and Elvis Presley recorded their music is also included as is round-trip transportation from your downtown Memphis hotel.

Explore the city of Memphis through the lens of the Civil Rights Movement during this driving sightseeing tour. See key landmarks and monuments that are important to African-American history such as Slave Haven, the National Civil Rights Museum, and Beale Street. Listen to engaging commentary about the history of the area from periods of slavery to the civil rights movement to present-day.

First-time visitors to Memphis appreciate this overview driving tour of the city's key sights. Choose from morning or afternoon departures to see the city's Victorian homes, Beale Street, and Graceland, among other attractions. Stop to visit the famous ducks that make their home at the Peabody Hotel. Round-trip transport from and to your hotel (most mid-south properties) is included.

Follow in the footsteps of musical legends, such as Louis Armstrong, Muddy Waters, and B.B. King, on this walking tour of Beale Street in downtown Memphis. Your guide knows the ins and outs of the street—said to be where blues began—ensuring you won't miss a beat of its storied past. Pass by highlights including Lansky Brothers, where Elvis Presley was known to shop, as well as the more-than-100-year-old A. Schwab General Store.

The Memphis Rock ‘n’ Soul Museum will have you tapping your toes. Book this admission ticket and discover Memphis' history of blues, rock and soul music. An included audio guide adds depth to the extensive exhibits, with more than 100 songs to bring liveliness to the displays. Delve into Memphis' musical legacy and learn all about the pioneers like BB King and Muddy Waters who put Memphis on the map.

Tour the historic Memphis home of the Woodruff and Fontaine families. The Victorian era mansion was built in the French style and is furnished in period antiques. This is your chance to visit the past and learn what Memphis was like in the 19th Century. There are also QR codes throughout the house to allow visitors to scan and learn at their own pace.

When in Memphis, taking this tour to Elvis’ childhood home is a must for fans of the King. Enjoy a comfortable, narrated coach ride to the town of Tupelo, Mississippi, and then tour the Elvis Presley Birthplace childhood home and church, plus the Elvis Presley Museum, Tupelo Fairgrounds, and Tupelo Hardware Company—all important sites in his childhood and musical career.

Visit the birthplace of Elvis from Memphis, on this guided tour with hassle-free transportation. After being picked up at your hotel, travel to Tupelo, Mississippi, the home where Elvis lived for 13 years. With a guide, tour the 2-room house built by Elvis’ father. Then, visit his elementary school, church, and soda fountain he often frequented.

Learn about the haunted history of Memphis on this informative walking tour. Listen as your guide shares stories of famous hauntings and locations known for paranormal activity such as Earnestine and Hazel’s, the Arcade Restaurant, the Green Beetle, and Orpheum Theater. Stop for photos along the route as you delve deep into city’s dark past.

Memphis’ pub scene can be tricky to maneuver if you’re new to the city. Let a guide help you find the way during this haunted pub crawl as they lead you to at least three of the city’s most popular bars—while mixing in some spooky stories of ghosts, lore, and local legends, too. Plus, your guide is a real paranormal investigator and can answer any questions you may have and let you know their personal, experienced opinion.

Wander through the most famous street in Memphis, with your private guide, where you will immerse yourself in the history of Memphis, the stars of the show, and their stories. Visit the classic Peabody Hotel and see where Elvis first signed his first album. See one of the city’s most loved radio stations. Beale Street is in Downtown Memphis and runs from the Mississippi River to East Street, a distance of nearly 2 miles. Your tour finishes with a drink at a local haunt, where your guide will get you a drink (beer, house wine, coffee, or soda) and give you insight into the best place to indulge in Memphis’s music scene.

The Friday Night Ghost Hunt is a two-hour, special weekly walking and bus tour featuring exploration inside the Woodruff-Fontaine House: a Backbeat exclusive. The tour features: -Exclusive after-hours access to the famous Woodruff-Fontaine House, a spectacular Victorian mansion and home to numerous spirits including Mollie Woodruff, who has frequently appeared to house docents and guests. -The old Morris Cemetery location in the historic South Main District. Disturbance of this former cemetery over the years may well be responsible for the area’s unusual paranormal activity. -The notorious Ernestine & Hazel's, a former brothel long recognized as one of the most haunted buildings in Memphis. It is home to several ghosts as well as a haunted jukebox. The tour is for ages 13 and older only. Join us to experience this exclusive exploration of the haunted side of Memphis. Offered every Friday night from March through November.

Memphis is renowned for its musical legacy, as well as its rich history and heritage. With this walking tour, enjoy a comprehensive introduction to the southern Tennessee city. Stroll down Beale Street, the home of Blues music; admire views along the Mississippi River; and look out for the famous Peabody Ducks. Finally, learn more about Memphis' history at the National Civil Rights Museum and see the Lorraine Motel where Dr. Martin Luther King was assassinated.

Come and explore Memphis, a lively city along the Mississippi River known as the home of Blues and famous for its contribution to the culture and history of the U.S. Learn how Blues and Rock'n'Roll are bounded with Memphis. Immerse yourself in an vibrant atmosphere of art, history, and music. Admire picturesque views of Mississippi River Park. Get lucky to see famous ducks chilling in the hotel lobby. Walk through neons, colors, and sounds of historic Beale Street. The mobile app helps you explore Memphis with a private audio tour (included). All you need is a mobile phone. Download tours in advance to listen without WiFi. The audio guide on the mobile app is the best way to enjoy the tour at your own pace. WeGoTrip app is available on the App Store and Google Play and works offline. Ready to experience Memphis and the way it sounds? Then join the tour!