Memphis Attractions
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Memphis National Civil Rights Museum
Built around the former Lorraine Motel, where civil rights leader Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. was assassinated in 1968, the National Civil Rights Museum immediately emits its cultural and historical ... Read more
Beale Street Historic District
All music lovers as well as those just looking for a fun night out on the town will not want to pass up an opportunity to visit Beale Street. This 1.8 mi (2.9 km) stretch of restaurants, bars, and ... Read more
Overton Park
Offering the beautiful outdoors, music, and history, this 342 acre (138.4 hectare) public park is what Memphis is all about. A visit to Overton Park can provide you with a relaxing afternoon filled ... Read more
Sun Studio
Known as "The Birthplace of Rock and Roll," this former studio is Memphis's own Mecca of music. Opened in 1950, the studio was the recording site of what is supposedly the first rock and ... Read more
Mississippi River
The largest river system in North America, the Mississippi has been an integral part of American culture since the beginning of the 19th century. Originating in Minnesota, and sweeping across 95 ... Read more
Memphis Zoo and Aquarium
Home to more than 3,500 animals representing over 500 different species, the Memphis Zoo and Aquarium is the perfect place to spend an afternoon with the entire family. Consistently ranked among the ... Read more
Mud Island River Park
Though not actually an island, but rather a small peninsula surrounded by the Mississippi River and the Wolf River Harbor, Mud Island is still a great place to learn more about the history and ... Read more
Pink Palace Museum
Whether you're a museum buff, or just want to see a massive pink building, the Pink Palace Museum is well worth stopping by when you're in Memphis. Covering a diverse array of subjects ranging from ... Read more
