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The Peabody Memphis

The Peabody Memphis: Our most recommended tours and activities

Memphis: City Tour with Optional Sun Studios & Riverboat

1. Memphis: City Tour with Optional Sun Studios & Riverboat

Visit the landmarks of Memphis and be fascinated as the city comes to life through stories and explanations. Your guide will help you discover the top spots including Peabody Hotel, the Memphis Pyramid, and Lorraine Motel where Martin Luther King was murdered. Begin your day with a hotel pickup from downtown Memphis. Be seated in a mini coach-bus to meet your guide. Begin the tour passing by the statues of B.B. King and Elvis Presley and the National Civil Rights Museum at the Lorraine Hotel, where Martin Luther King, Jr. was assassinated. Stop at A. Schwab for your local buys, an institution that sells all things Memphis—from regional arts and crafts to dry goods, magic potions, candies, books, magazines, and more. Pass by St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital. Continue to the Memphis Pyramid, which is now a Bass Pro Shops “megastore” that resembles an Egyptian pyramid and is filled with shopping, a hotel, restaurants, a bowling alley, and an archery range. From there, stop at the Peabody Memphis, a landmark 13-story downtown hotel, famous for having Ducks march every day on a red carpet throughout the reception. Finally, visit Beale Street, voted as the most iconic street in America by USA Today. See the nearly 2 miles of blues clubs and restaurants that make it one of the top tourist attractions in Memphis. Then, take a drive through Victorian Village, a historic neighborhood with homes that were built in the 1800s and alongside cotton row. Discover why this fiber is so important in Memphis' history. If you wish, upgrade your tour to include a cruise along the Mississippi River aboard a paddlewheel boat. Listen to interesting anecdotes from your captain about Memphis and its history. You may also add a tour to Sun Studios, the birthplace of Rock N' Roll, where Elvis recorded his first song.

Memphis: Big Mojo Sun Studio + Music History 3-Hour Bus Tour

2. Memphis: Big Mojo Sun Studio + Music History 3-Hour Bus Tour

Go behind the scenes at Sun Studio and let the Home of the Blues come alive on a city tour aboard the nation's only music bus. All of the guides on this tour are professional Beale Street musicians who will play and sing selections from the city's rich musical heritage, while entertaining you with comedy, history, and stories about your favorite Memphis personalities. Along the way, you will see Sun Studio, Beale Street, Stax Studio, the Lorraine Motel, Cotton Row, Peabody Hotel, Overton Park, Historic Central Gardens, St. Jude's Children's Research Hospital, and the early homes of Elvis, B.B. King, and Johnny Cash. Enjoy an exciting introduction to Memphis on an action-packed drive through the city. It's great fun for all ages; let loose and sing along as much or as little as you like.

From Nashville: Memphis Tour with Graceland VIP Access

3. From Nashville: Memphis Tour with Graceland VIP Access

Experience the legendary character of Memphis and see why this city is mentioned in more song lyrics than any other place on Earth. Located on the Mighty Mississippi River, Memphis is the birthplace of Rock ‘n’ Roll, the capital of Blues, and home to some of the best BBQ around. Depart by bus and celebrate 60 years of Rock ‘n’ Roll with a visit to Elvis Presley’s home, Graceland. See the burial site of the King of Rock ‘n’ Roll, walk through the Elvis Car Museum, and see 2 deluxe airplanes that he used for tours and traveling. Enjoy lunch on your own at Graceland and then learn what accident set Rock ‘n’ Roll in motion at Sam Phillips’ famed Sun Studios in the heart of Downtown Memphis on a guided tour. Hear the stories of how many legends got their start here. See the famous Peabody ducks make their way down the red carpet at the Peabody Hotel. Explore Beale Street to dive into some Blues and BBQ or take a stroll to the Memphis Rock ‘n’ Soul Museum. Finish the day with a drive by the Mississippi River.

Memphis: City Discovery Bus Tour

4. Memphis: City Discovery Bus Tour

Get the complete Memphis experience on this bus tour with an introduction to everything that makes Memphis unique. Discover the renowned Beale Street, Victorian Village, sample food at Central BBQ, and visit Rock 'n' Soul Museum, Edge Motor Museum, or take a scenic cruise on the Mississippi River (if options selected) Among other highlights, you’ll visit the Lorraine Motel to see the balcony where Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. spent his last moments, and Beale Street to discover how it became the 'home of the Blues". If you choose, explore the exhibitions at either the Rock ‘n’ Soul Museum or Edge Motor Museum, and enjoy a sightseeing cruise on the Mississippi River. Pass by some favorite Memphis sights, including I Am A Man Plaza, the Mississippi River, the Orpheum Theater, historic Cotton Row, and Hotel Chisca, where DJ Dewey Philips played Elvis for the first time.   At lunchtime, stop into Central BBQ to sample some of the best barbeque food in Memphis.

Memphis: Mojo Music History 90-Minute Bus Tour

5. Memphis: Mojo Music History 90-Minute Bus Tour

Experience how Memphis, The Home of the Blues, comes alive on a city tour aboard the nation's only music bus. Travel with a professional Beale Street musician as your guide who will play and sing selections from the city's rich musical heritage as you cruise through the city. Be entertained with comedy, history, and behind-the-scenes stories of your favorite Memphis personalities along the way. Pass by famous landmarks in music history such as Sun Studio, Beale Street, Stax Studio, The Lorraine Motel, Cotton Row, Peabody Hotel, Overton Park, Historic Central Gardens, St. Jude's Children's Research Hospital, and the Early homes of Elvis, B. B. King, and Johnny Cash. Receive an exciting introduction to Memphis on this action-packed drive through the city which is great fun for all ages.

Memphis: 2-Hour Guided Historic Walking Tour

6. Memphis: 2-Hour Guided Historic Walking Tour

This 2-hour walking tour of Memphis sheds light on the city's fascinating history. Memphis has always had something of a dual character or split personality: at once a gracious old-Southern city of riverboats and cotton money, as well as a rowdy river town of roughnecks, gangsters, and gamblers. Your guide will highlight both sides of the city’s history and some of the characters who have made Memphis one of the most unique and colorful places in the world. Along the way you’ll see the Historic Court Square, Fourth Bluff Park overlooking the Mississippi River, and a couple locations significant to the Civil War, including the sites of the Battle of Memphis and Forrest's Raid. Walk through Cotton Row and a gain a new perspective from a rooftop over the city. Pass through Deadman's Alley, Main Street, and Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.'s last march. The tour also includes watching the famous March of the Ducks at the Peabody Hotel, a Memphis tradition since 1933.

Memphis: Self-Guided Scavenger Hunt Walking Tour

7. Memphis: Self-Guided Scavenger Hunt Walking Tour

Enjoy a self-guided walking tour of historic Memphis, Tennessee while following clues on your smartphone and solving interesting puzzles along the way. Play with your private group as the game guides you through the town. Score points for correct answers and try to get a high score on the leaderboard. Explore Memphis, Tennessee at your own pace. See the Peabody Hotel, Elvis Presley Plaza, Memphis Music Hall of Fame, world-famous Beale Street, and much more. Discover some of what makes this area so popular with both locals and tourists alike. Enjoy fun challenges with family and friends that are perfect for all ages. Work together with your group to solve the 23 challenges on the scavenger hunt as you walk approximately 1.5 miles. Play any time that fits your schedule.

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What people are saying about The Peabody Memphis

Overall rating

4.8 / 5

based on 173 reviews

Best tour ever. From the guy in the bus singing but also being very knowledgeable to the young girl in sun studios being so enthusiastic and friendly it was a great experience

Although it’s was a 15 hour day, it was organized so well that the time was never an issue. Our driver was friendly, clear and drove excellently.

Really enjoyed our tour. Guide was very knowledgeable and considerable of our comfort and questions.

Nice drive there and back. They play Elvis movies and music. Graceland and sun studio awesome!

We really enjoyed our tour... our guide Shannon was great!!!