Memphis has it ALL – attractions, restaurants (and BBQ), places to stay, upcoming events and things to do. From Beale Street, to the Memphis Pyramid, discover the appeal of Memphis neighborhoods and feel the thrill of its outdoor adventures.
A suggested itinerary:
SUNDAY
Check in Hotel Napoleon
- Hotel Napoleon, an Ascend Hotel Collection Member
- 179 Madison Ave, Memphis, TN, US, 38103
- https://www.choicehotels.com/tennessee/memphis/ascend-hotels/tn729?mc=llyxyxpx
1:30 pm – Central Daylight Time
Back Beat Tours Memphis
The Home of the Blues comes alive on this city tour aboard the nation’s only music bus. All of the guides on this tour are professional Beale Street musicians who play and sing selections from the city’s rich musical heritage, while entertaining you with comedy, history, and behind-the-scenes stories of 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
- Early homes of Elvis, B. B. King, and Johnny Cash
Enjoy an exciting introduction to Memphis on this action-packed drive through the city. It’s great fun for all ages! (Note: Admissions to attractions not included on the Memphis Mojo Tour.)
- Backbeat Tours
- 140 Beale St, Memphis, TN, US, 38103
6:00 pm – Central Daylight Time
Central BBQ
It is no easy task to stand out from the crowd in a town as discerning about their barbecue as Memphis, but Central BBQ has managed to do just that, attracting throngs of hungry Memphians with a decadent offering of ribs, hot wings, and most importantly, pulled pork sandwiches (they also have famously delicious side dishes). You’re likely to find a line outside Central BBQ, but it is sure to be worth the wait.
Beale Street
All great places for live music. Alfred’s On Beale, B.B. King’s Blues Club, Jerry Lee Lewis’ Cafe & Honky Tonk, King’s Palace Café, Lew’s Blue Note Bar & Grill, Rum Boogie Café, Silky O’Sullivan’s.
- Beale Street
- Beale Street, Memphis, TN, US
MONDAY
9:00 am – Central Daylight Time
Breakfast – Arcade
The Arcade has the honor of being Memphis’ oldest restaurant. Speros Zepatos founded the diner in 1919 after immigrating from Cephalonia, Greece. Situated at the corner of South Main Street and G.E. Patterson, the original building was a small, one story, wood framed building. Food was actually cooked on potbelly stoves!
- Arcade Restaurant
- 540 S Main St, Memphis, TN, US, 38103
- http://www.arcaderestaurant.com
10:00 am – Central Daylight Time
Graceland & Elvis Presley’s Memphis
Lunch Suggestions
- Gus’s World Famous Fried Chicken
- 310 S Front St, Memphis, TN, US, 38103
- http://gusfriedchicken.com
- Huey’s Downtown
- 77 South 2nd Street, Memphis, TN, US, 38103
- Jim Neely’s Interstate Bar-B-Que
- 2265 S 3rd St, Memphis, TN, US, 38109
- http://www.interstatebarbecue.com/
2:00 pm – Central Daylight Time
Sun Studio
4:30 pm – Central Daylight Time – 1 hour
Peabody Duck March
Arrive to the Hotel by 4:30pm to catch the 5pm Duck March!
- The Peabody Memphis
- 149 Union Ave, Memphis, TN, US, 38103
- http://www.peabodymemphis.com/
6:00 pm – Central Daylight Time
Dinner at Curfew Memphis
Curfew is the perfect fusion of a classic tavern feel with Spanish, American and Italian flavors. Unrestrained by conventionality, this elevated dining experience seamlessly blends bold ingredients, a welcoming décor, and a talented team dedicated to culinary excellence.
Celebrity Chef Fabio Viviani brings his passion for hospitality to this incredible concept, combining authentic dishes with handcrafted cocktails and locally-sourced beers. Located on the main floor of Memphis’ Canopy Hotel, Curfew is your new destination to gather for the big game, check out local artist or simply indulge your tastebuds.
TUESDAY
10:00 am – Central Daylight Time
National Civil Rights Museum
The National Civil Rights Museum at the Lorraine Motel, the assassination site of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., chronicles key episodes in the American civil rights movement and the legacy of this movement to inspire participation in civil and human rights efforts globally
- National Civil Rights Museum
- 450 Mulberry St, Memphis, TN, US, 38103
- http://www.civilrightsmuseum.org
Lunch Suggestions – Downtown
- Gus’s World Famous Fried Chicken
- 310 S Front St, Memphis, TN, US, 38103
- http://gusfriedchicken.com
- Huey’s Downtown
- 77 South 2nd Street, Memphis, TN, US, 38103
- The Backlot
- 265 S Front St, Memphis, TN, US, 38103\
2:00 pm – Central Daylight Time
Stax Museum Of American Soul Music
- Stax Museum Of American Soul Music
- 926 E McLemore Ave, Memphis, TN, US, 38106
- http://www.staxmuseum.com
7:30 pm – Central Daylight Time
Dinner @ Bishop
Located in the new Central Station Hotel, Bishop showcases locally and regionally influenced French cuisine from chefs Andy Ticer and Michael Hudman, featuring bold, contemporary flavors in a relaxed, yet attentive environment. Enjoy your meal paired with an extensive wine list that offers a selection of unique wines from smaller, family-owned wineries that deserve a place at your table.
The Central Station Memphis
Checkout the evening music in the lobby of Central Station Hotel.
There lobby has a 30-foot record wall with Eggleston Works speakers and a 500-album vinyl record collection, all connected to Memphis in some way. There’s a live DJ’s playing music vinyl records every-night of the week. View
- The Central Station Memphis
- 545 South Main Street, Memphis, TN, US, 38103
WEDNESDAY
10:00 am – Central Daylight Time
Memphis Rock N Soul Museum
- Memphis Rock N Soul Museum
- 191 Beale St, Memphis, TN, US, 38103
- http://www.memphisrocknsoul.org/
Lunch Suggestions – Downtown
- Gus’s World Famous Fried Chicken
- 310 S Front St, Memphis, TN, US, 38103
- http://gusfriedchicken.com
- Huey’s Downtown
- 77 South 2nd Street, Memphis, TN, US, 38103
- The Slider Inn
- 363 Mulberry St, Memphis, TN, US, 38103
- Maciel’s Tortas & Tacos
- 45 S Main St, Memphis, TN, US, 38103
2:30 pm – Central Daylight Time
Memphis Riverboat Cruise
Arrive at 2:00pm
The sightseeing cruise is a 90-minute tour that takes you down the Mighty Mississippi with a live historical commentary. This is a great way to see and learn a bit of Mississippi River history while visiting Memphis, Tennessee.View
- Memphis Riverboats
- 45 Riverside Dr, Memphis, TN, US, 38103
Explore Big River Crossing
This is the largest pedestrian bridge to cross the Mississippi River.
If you want to see the bridge lights at night head to the Big River Crossing – Longest pedestrian & biking bridge over the Mississippi River from Memphis to West Memphis. From this bridge or any where along Riverside Drive you can witness nightly light show over the river.
Mighty Lights – Biggest nightly light show on the Mississippi river. Running at the top and middle of every hour from sundown to the 10:30pm finale.
- Big River Crossing
- Big River Crossing, Memphis, TN, US, 38103
7:00 pm – Central Daylight Time
Beauty Shop Restaurant – Dinner
- Beauty Shop Restaurant
- 966 S Cooper St, Memphis, TN, US, 38104
- http://www.thebeautyshoprestaurant.com/
THURSDAY
Check out at Hotel Napoleon
IF YOU CAN, MAKE A QUICK STOP TO THE MEMPHIS ZOO. SO WORTH IT TO SEE THAT PANDA!
Many thanks to the Memphis Tourism Board!
Happy Travels 