Not only is Memphis 'Home of the Blues' and the 'Birthplace of Rock 'n' Roll', it's also produced such musical masters as Elvis Presley, BB King, Jerry Lee Lewis and Al Green.
In a nutshell
Its heritage is celebrated daily at dozens of clubs along Beale Street and in various museums, including Sun City which kick started the career of many a rock God! Nearby, Gracelands is the second most visited house in America, second only to the White House in Washington DC. Family attractions are plentiful with Memphis Zoo sure to prove popular. There are also lots of great restaurants to sample, atmospheric bars and fantastic shopping for the enthusiast.
Eats & drinks
Some argue that the famous Rendezvous restaurant in downtown Memphis sells the best barbecued ribs in the world! As well as good ol' Southern cuisine, there is a cornucopia of restaurants serving every type of fare imaginable, from Russian to Greek to Japanese.
Sightseeing ideas
Mallory-Neely House
Walk though the Italian splendour of this historic house to see how an affluent Memphis family once lived.
Chucalissa Museum and Indian Village
Step back in time to explore the culture of a people who flourished in the Mississippi Valley before the first Europeans arrived.
National Civil Rights Museum
This internationally renowned museum offers the first and only comprehensive overview of the civil rights movement in exhibit form.
Sun Studio
Hear out-takes from sessions, touch Elvis's first microphone and hear the story of the most famous recording studio in the world.
Getting around
Getting around
Either explore on foot or take advantage of the extensive public transport system.
Getting there
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Fly to Memphis airport via Atlanta with Delta Air Lines from Gatwick and Manchester.
Star attractions
- Steamboat Rides on the Mississippi
- Beale Street
- Gracelands
- Sun Studio
- Memphis Rock 'n' Soul Museum
- National Civil Rights Museum
- Memphis Zoo