From US$220 per person
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4.6 / 5 from 5 reviews on Viator
- Group size
- Up to 12
- Language
- English
- Rating on Viator
- 4.6 / 5 · 5 reviews
About this tour
Immerse yourself in the worlds of Elvis Presley, B.B. King, and Johnny Cash, and discover the Memphis music scene in one of America's great music cities - famous for soul and rock 'n' roll influence and for being the birthplace of blues.
On your Private Tour of Beale Street, you'll learn the musical history of Memphis, the stars of the show and their stories.
You'll find out who W.C.Handy was and the influence that Sam Phillips had on the journey of rock'n'roll, the blues and the many famous musicians associated with these influential strains that have made Memphis famous for its music.
Accessibility, as stated by the supplier
- Wheelchair accessible
- Wheelchair-accessible surfaces
- Wheelchair-accessible transport
- Stroller accessible
Meeting 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, United States.
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Itinerary
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- 1
Stroll down Beale Street - an iconic street in the heart of downtown Memphis.(1 hr)
- 2
Learn about the heritage of the historic Orpheum Theatre, listed on the National Register of Historic Places.(15 min)
- 3
Walk past the Hard Rock Cafe, and the Memphis Music Hall of Fame, while also discovering the WDIA-WHRK Radio Building, home to the first radio station in the US programmed entirely for the black community since 1947.(15 min)
- 4
Walk past B.B King's Blues Club, a favourite of locals and visitors alike.(15 min)
- 5
Pop into The Peabody Hotel to see the iconic Peabody ducks (only during morning tours).(15 min)
- 6
End your tour at the Rock n'Soul Museum, to learn more about the huge musical impact that the community had on the entire world.(30 min)
Know before you go
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Included
- Rock n' Soul Museum tickets
- Plenty of time to take photos of your favourite places
- Daily Trolley Pass
- A friendly, professional English-speaking tour guide for your own private group
Not included
- Food and drink
- Gratuities
- Hotel pick up and drop off
Cancellation
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Location & contact
- Area
- Memphis, Tennessee
- Meeting 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, United States
- Contact
- The tour operator’s own details aren’t published. Questions about access or your booking go through Viator, which handles the booking and passes your request to the operator.
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