Graceland
3734 Elvis Presley Blvd.
Memphis, TN 38116
901-332-3322; 800-238-2000

Whether you’re a fan of the King or not, Graceland Mansion is exciting to visit. Elvis Presley’s daughter, Lisa Marie, narrates the digital audio-guided tour of the home. The Jungle Room and the Trophy Building are the most entertaining parts of the tour for most visitors. Other Graceland attractions include the Meditation Garden, Elvis' private jets, the Elvis Presley Automobile Museum and Sincerely Elvis exhibit.

Sun Studio
706 Union Avenue
Memphis, TN 38103
901-521-0664 or 800-441-6249

Visit Sun Studio, the most famous recording studio in the world, and see where it all began. Guided tours explain the history of rock 'n' roll and the story behind this studio, which launched the careers of Johnny Cash, Roy Orbison, Elvis Presley, Jerry Lee Lewis and many others. Hear outtakes from sessions, and view a variety of exhibits, including Elvis' first microphone.

Memphis Pink Palace Museum
3050 Central Ave.
Memphis, TN 38111
901-320-6320

This eclectic museum features an IMAX theater, a planetarium and exhibits such as a hand-carved miniature circus and a replica of the first Piggly Wiggly grocery store, history, education, science and technology all under one roof.

Memphis Riverboats
45 Riverside Drive
Memphis, TN 38103
901-527-BOAT

Climb aboard a riverboat and take a ride down the Mississippi River and see Memphis from a different perspective when you choose from a variety of options, including sightseeing cruises, evening music cruises, and day cruises to Helena and more.

Memphis Rock 'n' Soul Museum
191 Beale Street
Memphis, TN 38103
901-205-2533

Explore the birth of rock n’ roll music and the musicians that brought it to life, such as Elvis, Otis Redding, Johnny Cash, Isaac Hayes, Jerry Lee Lewis, B.B. King, Al Green and many more.

Memphis Botanic Garden
750 Cherry Road
Memphis, TN 38117
901-576-4100

Relax and take an afternoon stroll through the Japanese, Sensory, Rose, Herb and Wildflower Gardens or one of the other featured gardens on this gorgeous 96 acres boasting native flowers and monthly wine tasting.

Cooper-Young Entertainment District
South Cooper Street at Young Avenue
Memphis, TN 38104
901-276-7222

The Cooper Young Entertainment District is located in historic Midtown and features unique art galleries and gift shops. Take a break at one of the coffee houses or eateries onsite.

Overton Square Entertainment District
2157 Madison Ave.
Memphis, TN 38104
901-273-0014

This eventful multi-block complex features a variety of retailers, several live theater and entertainment venues and restaurants such as the first TGI Friday's franchise and Boscos, Tennessee's original brewpub.

Alex Haley House Museum
200 S. Church St.
Henning, TN 38041
731-738-2240

Alex Haley’s famous book "Roots" told the world about the lives of slaves from pre-Civil War to freedom. The Alex Haley House Museum is located in Haley's childhood home and features exhibits about his life and work as a writer. The Haley family burial site is located nearby.

Center For Southern Folklore and Cafe
119 S. Main St.
Memphis, TN 38103
901-525-3655

The Center for Southern Folklore is sure to capture your imagination with exhibits depicting the culture of the south through photos, film and documentation at this combination museum, nightclub and coffee house.

Slave Haven/Burkle Estates
826 N 2nd St.
Memphis, TN 38107
901-527-3427

Trap doors, secret cellars, startling ads, auctions and artifacts all help bring to the life the history of this former stopping place for run away slaves on their journey through the Underground Railroad.

National Civil Rights Museum
450 Mulberry Street
Memphis, TN 38103
901-521-9699

Located at the Lorraine Motel, place of the assassination of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., this interactive museum features the human rights struggle and victories that made our Nation the place it is today.

Peabody Place Museum
119 S Main St.
Memphis, TN 38103
901-523-ARTS

The Peabody Place Museum features rare Chinese art from the personal collection of Jack and Marilyn Belz. Displays include Russian lacquer boxes, Italian mosaics, minerals, gemstones and fossils. Many items originated in the Orient and Europe and the Manchu Dynasty is showcased through detailed ivory carvings, elegant cloisonné, an imperial robe and other artifacts.

Art Museum of the University of Memphis
3750 Norriswood St.
Memphis, TN 38152
901-678-2224

Take a self-guided tour through Egyptian art that is exhibited here and the collection of splendid West African artifacts and contemporary art.

Chucalissa Museum
1987 Indian Village Dr.
Memphis, TN 38109
901-785-3160

In Choctaw chucalissa means “abandoned house” – this museum depicts the life and culture of Native American Indians through the intriguing reconstructed village, artifacts, exhibits and displays.

Dixon Gallery and Gardens
4339 Park Ave.
Memphis, TN 38117
901-761-5250

Stroll through the exquisite gardens on site or browse the Impressionist collection that includes Degas, Monet, and Pisarro.

Gibson Beale Street Showcase
145 Lt. George W. Lee Ave.
Memphis, TN 38103
901-543-0800

See how the talented craftspeople hand-shape a block of wood into an extraordinary musical instrument and see the latest in guitar technology.

Lauderdale Courts
252 N. Lauderdale
Memphis, TN 38105
901-521-8219

Home of Elvis Presley from 1949-1953 restored in the late 40’s early 50’s and you can take a tour or even stay the night.

Southland Park Gaming and Racing
1550 N. Ingram Blvd.
West Memphis, AR 72301
800-467-6182

Place your bets on live and simulcast greyhound and thoroughbred racing. Open year round, 7 days a week.

Soulsville: Stax Museum of American Soul Music
926 E. McLemore
Memphis, TN 38106
901-942-7685

This is where it all happened in the 60’s and 70’s when soul music was made famous by Otis Redding, Aretha Franklin, Isaac Hayes, and more!

Davies Manor Plantation
9336 Davies Plantation Road
Memphis, TN 38133
901-386-0715

On the National Register of Historic Places this is the oldest log and chink home in Shelby County.

Jack Daniels Distillery
Highway 55
Lynchburg, TN 37352
931-759-6180

Drink in the information on the fine art of making whiskey at the Nation’s oldest registered distillery.