Memphis History & Heritage: Private Walking Tour
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Discover Memphis through its rich history and vibrant culture on this private half-day walking tour. Your guide will take you through the city's most iconic sites, explaining how its geography and landmarks have shaped its unique identity.
Start your journey at the Peabody Hotel's Skyway Roof, where you'll enjoy panoramic views of the city and the Mississippi River. Learn about General Washburn's Escape Alley and explore attractions like the Cotton Museum and the Memphis Music Hall of Fame.
Stroll down Beale Street, a legendary hub of African-American culture for nearly two centuries, and hear stories of its legendary musicians and civil rights heroes. Visit the WDIA-WHRK Radio Building, the first station in the U.S. dedicated entirely to the Black community, and marvel at the historic Orpheum Theatre.
Conclude your tour at the National Center for Civil Rights, where you’ll learn about Memphis’s pivotal role in the civil rights movement. See the Lorraine Motel, the site of Dr. Martin Luther King's assassination, and understand how this history continues to inspire change today.
Frequently asked questions
How long is the Memphis History & Heritage: Private Half-Day Walking Tour?
The tour lasts approximately 3 hours.
What’s included in the tour?
Your tour includes a daily Memphis Trolley Pass, admission tickets to the National Civil Rights Museum, and a friendly, professional English-speaking guide for your private group.
Is the tour suitable for all ages?
Yes, the tour is suitable for adults of all ages, from 0 to 100 years old.
Are there any accessibility considerations?
Yes, the tour is wheelchair accessible. Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness to fully enjoy the experience.
What is not included in the tour?
Transportation, food and drinks, gratuities, and hotel pickup and dropoff are not included.
How do I meet the guide?
Meet at the entrance to the Memphis Music Hall of Fame, located at 126 S 2nd St, Memphis, TN 38103. Your guide will be there to welcome you.
Free cancellation
Cancel at least 24 hours before your scheduled start for a full refund.
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Duration 3 hours
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Live tour guide
English
Key facts
What's included
Included
- Daily Memphis Trolley Pass
- National Civil Rights Museum admission tickets
- A friendly, professional English-speaking tour guide for your private group
Not included
- Transportation
- Food and drink
- Gratuities
- Hotel pickup and dropoff
Itinerary
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Stop 1
Enjoy a panoramic view of Memphis and the Mississippi River from the Skyway Roof of the Peabody Hotel. Learn about General Washburn's Escape Alley used in 1864 to escape Nathan Bedford Forrest's forces. Pass by attractions like the Cotton Museum and Memphis Music Hall of Fame.
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Stop 2
Walk down Beale Street, one of the most historic centers of African-American culture for nearly two centuries.
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Stop 3
Visit the WDIA-WHRK Radio Building, home to the first radio station in the U.S. dedicated entirely to the Black community since 1947.
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Stop 4
Explore the heritage of the historic Orpheum Theatre, listed on the National Register of Historic Places.
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Stop 5
Take the trolley to the National Center for Civil Rights. Learn about Memphis’s civil rights history, see the Lorraine Motel where Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. was assassinated, and understand its ongoing significance.
Meeting point & pickup
Meet at the starting point
Your guide will meet you at the entrance to the Memphis Music Hall of Fame, located at 126 S 2nd St, Memphis, TN 38103.
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Free cancellation
Cancel at least 24 hours before your scheduled start for a full refund.
- 100% refund if canceled at least 1 day in advance
- No refund if canceled within 24 hours
- May be canceled due to bad weather
Confirmation within 24 hours
Your booking will be reviewed and typically confirmed within 24 hours.
From $225.00 per person
- Free cancellation
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