From US$88 per person
Book tickets on Viator (opens in a new tab): 2.5 Hours Essence of Memphis African American History TourYou book and pay on viator.com. Inclusable may earn a commission.
5.0 / 5 from 191 reviews on Viator
- Group size
- Up to 10
- Language
- English
- Rating on Viator
- 5.0 / 5 · 191 reviews
About this tour
On this 2.5 hour African American History tour, we will be your "conductor" and take you on a journey through Memphis that will be sure to open your eyes to some of the most historical sites connected to slavery through to the Civil Rights Movement and beyond. There is so much more to Memphis than Downtown to experience, so we will also explore some of our interesting neighborhoods.
This tour is for residents, families, and visitors who are looking for the activities to do that are safe, fun and insightful.
Accessibility, as stated by the supplier
- Wheelchair accessible
- Wheelchair-accessible surfaces
- Wheelchair-accessible transport
- Stroller accessible
Provided through Viator and not verified by Inclusable. Ask the supplier about your specific needs before you book.
Itinerary
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- 1
From our vehicle you will see the balcony of the Lorraine Motel, room 306 where Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. was assassinated on April 4, 1968. This is also the location of the National Civil Rights Museum.(pass by)
- 2
This was once the home of Jacob Burkle, a German immigrant who chose to participate in the Underground Railroad. This home was a stop on the Underground Railroad and is now a museum.(pass by)
- 3
We will tell you the "rest of the story" about this most iconic street. Once referred to as the Negro Mainstreet USA.(pass by)
- 4
This is the world headquarters for the Church of God in Christ. It was here where Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. gave his last speech, "I've Been to the Mountaintop" less than 24 hours before he was assassinated.(pass by)
- 5
It was in this church, built in the late 1800's, Sanitation Workers gathered to strategize the strike that caused Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. to come to Memphis.(pass by)
Know before you go
- Service animals allowed
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Dress code is smart casual
- This tour does not stop for guests to visit museums. Visits can be made at your leisure on your own. We will drive by sites with narration.
- A minimum of 4 travelers are required to operate this tour. (This can be achieved with more than one party making a reservation)
- You will be contacted if the minimum requirement to operate is not reached.
Included
- All taxes, fees and handling charges
Not included
- Food and drinks
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
Cancellation
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Location & contact
- Area
- Memphis, Tennessee
- 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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