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Address: 2000 Galloway Ave, Overton Park, Memphis, TN 38112
With more than 500 species of mammals, birds, reptiles, amphibians, fish and insects from every part of the planet, this zoo is a great place for any animal lover to explore. Exhibits like Cat Country, Primate Canyon, Animals of the Night and Dragon's Lair fascinate visitors of all ages. Authentic habitats provide a perfect environment for...
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Address: 125 N Front St, Memphis, TN 38103
Taking advantage of an island that sprang up in the Mississippi in the early 20th century, this park offers a variety of attractions. Among them are the Mississippi River Museum, which tracks both the river's development and the culture and towns that grew up along its route. Also intriguing is River Walk, a scale model of the Mississippi's path,...
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Address: 3717 Elvis Presley Blvd, Memphis, TN 38116
Second in popularity only to the White House, Elvis's stately home attracts thousands of visitors each year. Eager to see how the king lived, guests can view Elvis's private jets (the Lisa Marie and the Hound Dog II), or they can peruse "Sincerely Elvis," a collection of the famous singer's personal effects. The on-site Elvis Presley Automobile...
Beale Street Historic District
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Address: 203 Beale St, Memphis, TN 38103
A stroll down historic Beale Street is a must for visitors to Memphis. The one-time headquarters of W.C. Handy, "Father of the Blues," Beale Street is still home to a plethora of budding street performers, wild dance clubs and relaxed listening rooms. An easy place to spend an entire weekend, it offers museums, theaters, restaurants and nostalgic...
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Address: 393 N Main, Memphis, TN 38103-1527
Want to take a trip through downtown and the historic district old-school style? Then climb into one of the horse-drawn carriages that traverse the city. Carriages can hold up to six people. Call ahead for specific pick-up places and schedules, or hail a carriage at the Peabody Hotel.
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Address: 450 Mulberry St, Memphis, TN 38103
This museum brings tears to your eyes as you realize what happened right where you are standing. This is the very spot where Martin Luther King Jr. was assassinated in 1968. The museum highlights many major events that occurred during the Civil Rights Movement. Displays include replicas of Martin Luther King Jr.'s Birmingham jail cell and the...
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Address: 706 Union Ave, Memphis, TN 38103
Recently designated a National Historic Landmark by the National Park Service, Sun Studio offers guided tours of its Museum Gallery and Recording Studio. This is where Elvis recorded his first song, "My Happiness," and you can even touch the first microphone he used! It's also the studio that launched the careers of greats such as B.B. King,...
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Address: 3050 Central Ave, Memphis, TN 38111-3316
Expect to spend more time here than you planned to! Occupying a pink marble mansion originally intended as a private residence, the museum boasts a fascinating collection of art and exhibits with a local theme. Offerings include a Civil War display, an exhibit on Memphis history, a mechanized, miniature circus, a planetarium, an IMAX theater,...
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Address: 4145 Southern Ave, Memphis, TN 38117
Audubon Park offers residents and visitors a chance to enjoy some "green." The park features a variety of recreational facilities, including tennis courts, a playground, a soccer field, picnic tables, a golf course and jogging trails. Park grounds also encompass W.C. Paul Arboretum and the Memphis Botanic Gardens.
Category: Best Attractions & Activities - Memphis Attractions & Activities
Address: 325 Union Ave, Memphis, TN 38103-5203
Let someone else do all the planning! This tour company offers a variety of trip packages with different themes such as Graceland, After Dark, National Civil Rights, Shopping, Casino and Riverboat tours. Tour times and prices vary, so call ahead to investigate and make reservations, 901-522-9229. Reservation line is open 24 hours a day.
